Budget electric cars in India for affordable intracity commutes: MG Comet, Tiago EV, and more

MG Comet EV

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Tata Tiago EV

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Tata Punch EV

Joining Tata's lineup is the new Tata Punch EV, now the third most affordable electric vehicle in India. It starts at Rs 10.99 lakh, ex-showroom, and offers two battery options: a 25 kWh pack with a 315 km range and a 35 kWh pack with an impressive 421 km range.

Citroen E-C3

The Citroen eC3, an electric version of the standard C3 and a competitor to the Punch EV, is priced at Rs 12.76 lakh, ex- showroom. It features a 29.2 kWh battery pack, providing a range of 320 km per charge.