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On the occasion of World Environment Day, if you want to take steps towards reducing pollution and saving fuel expenses, then electric car can be a great option for you. The special thing is that now many such EVs are available even in the budget of less than Rs 15 lakh which offer long range, great features and strong safety. Know which one will be best for you among Tata Punch EV, Nexon EV, MG Windsor EV and Tiago EV.
On this special occasion of World Environment Day, taking steps towards a pollution-free future is a great decision. If you are also troubled by the rising prices of petrol and diesel and are looking for a safe, comfortable and economical vehicle for your family, then electric cars (EV) are the best option. Many family EVs equipped with luxurious and modern features are now available in the Indian automobile market in a budget of less than Rs 15 lakh. Come, let us know in detail about those 4 best and safest electric cars of the country, which will fit perfectly in your budget.
Tata Punch.ev: The most amazing and popular option for Indian middle class families at this time. Its ex-showroom price starts from around Rs 9.69 lakh and goes up to Rs 12.59 lakh. Talking about mileage or range, this car covers an excellent distance of 275 kilometers to 350 kilometers in a single charge, which is excellent for daily use and weekend trips.
Tata Motors has not made any compromise in terms of safety, it has received an excellent safety rating of 5-stars in the Global NCAP crash test. Talking about the features, it has advanced features like dual 10.25-inch large screen, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera and 6 airbags, which make the journey safe and comfortable.
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Tata Nexon.ev: This is one of India's most reliable and best selling electric SUVs. Although its higher variants are expensive, its starting model (Creative+) is easily available at an ex-showroom price of Rs 12.49 lakh to Rs 14.50 lakh. In its medium range model, you get an actual range of about 275 kilometers on a single charge, which makes long distance traveling easy.
In terms of safety, Tata Nexon EV has a 5-star safety rating, which keeps your family safe on the road at all times. In the cabin of the car, you get modern features like premium touchscreen infotainment system, fully digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control and Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which make the driving experience very exciting and fun.
MG Windsor EV: This is a premium electric vehicle with a very modern and unique design, which is very suitable for large families. The ex-showroom price of its initial models (Excite and Commute) is approximately between Rs 13.49 lakh to Rs 14.00 lakh. This car comes with a powerful battery pack of 38 kWh, which claims to give an excellent range of up to 331 kilometers once fully charged.
The biggest attraction of this vehicle is its luxurious cabin and sofa-like 'couch experience' of the rear seats, which provides amazing comfort. For safety, it has been provided with 6 airbags, rear parking sensor and strong body structure. In terms of features, it has a large touchscreen, brilliant LED lights, wireless charger and a large boot space of 604 litres, in which a lot of luggage can be kept.
Tata Tiago EV: If your budget is a bit low and you are looking for a perfect small hatchback car for daily driving in the city, then Tata Tiago EV is the most economical and best choice. Its ex-showroom price starts from just Rs 6.99 lakh and goes up to Rs 9.99 lakh. This car comes in two battery options (19.2 kWh and 24 kWh), which gives a range of 250 to 280 kilometers depending on the variant.
Despite the low price, in terms of safety, it is assured by Tata's strong safety technology and 4-star crash test rating. Talking about the features, this compact car has been provided with features like connected car technology, automatic transmission, cruise control, Harman's excellent sound system and regenerative braking. This is the easiest way to reduce petrol expenses to zero in cities with heavy traffic.