Tata Harrier EV starting at ₹2.49 lakh, rivals Hyundai Creta EV, Mahindra XEV 9e, and BYD Atto 3. Take a look
Priced between
₹
17.99 lakh and
₹
24.38 lakh (ex-showroom), the
Hyundai Creta EV
is the most affordable electric car from the South Korean automaker. Available with battery options ranging from 42 kWh to 51.4 kWh, the Creta EV promises a range of 390 km to 473 km, depending on the battery pack option.
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The
Mahindra XEV 9e
is the flagship electric SUV from the homegrown carmaker. Launched alongside the BE 6, both electric SUVs are part of the brand's new generation electric car strategy. The Mahindra XEV 9e is available in multiple battery pack options, priced between
₹
21.90 lakh and
₹
3050 lakh (ex-showroom). The electric SUV offers battery options of 59 kWh and 79 kWh, with running ranges of 542 km to 656 km per charge.
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The
BYD Atto 3
will also face stiff competition from the Tata Harrier EV. Priced between
₹
24.99 lakh and
₹
33.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the BYD Atto 3 is available with battery pack options of 49.92 kWh and 60.48 kWh, promising running ranges of 468 km to 521 km, depending on the variant.
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