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Longest Range Cars in India 2023
India has received a slew of great Electric car trying to establish themselves in the Indian market. There quite a few EVs with impressive spec and are way ahead of its time. The EVs from these brands come with very futuristic tech This is a list of the Top 10 Long Range Electric Cars in India.
1. Mercedes EQS
The EQS is the brands flagship Electric Luxury sedan offering which is just like the S-class. The Merc is a brilliant car with tons of futuristic technology on board. The EV flagship is the most efficient car in this list considering it has the lowest coefficient of drag and slips through the air smoothly. A 107.8kWh battery pack powers the Mercedes-Benz EQS‘s all-wheel drive (AWD) system. It produces 523 horsepower and 855 Newton-meters of torque. The Mercedes Benz EQS can travel 857 kilometers on a single charge. The EQS comes with all the bells and whistles. The infotainment system has a really smooth interface and looks pretty great. The Merc has cameras and radar system, which is constantly scanning the road ahead and slackens off the air suspension if it sees a bump.
2. Kia EV6
There are two powertrain options for the Kia EV6. A 229PS and 350Nm single-motor rear-wheel drive and a 325PS and 605Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive. It runs on a 77.4kWh battery pack. The EV6 battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes thanks to fast charging. The Kia EV6 has a driving range of 708 km. A 14-speaker Meridian sound system, wireless phone charging, dual-zone temperature control, ventilated and motorized front seats, a sunroof, and dual curved 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and touchscreen interface are all standard. The current price range for the Kia EV6 is between Rs 60.95 lakh and Rs 65.95 lakh.
3. BMW i4
The i4’s 340PS and 430Nm electric powertrain are powered by an 83.9kWh battery pack. A 250 kW DC rapid charger can fully charge the car’s battery in around 30 minutes. BMW i4 has an ARAI claimed range of 590 km. A 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a motorized tailgate, power-adjustable front seats, ambient lighting, and a 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio system are all standard features on the BMW i4. It also boasts a 12.3-inch curved digital driver’s display. The electric BMW i4 is currently available at a price of Rs 69.9 lakh.
4. BYD Atto 3
BYD has deployed its proprietary Blade Battery technology to suit the fueling requirements of the BYD Atto 3 electric SUV. The 60.48 kWh battery source that powers the BYD Atto 3 generates a maximum torque of 310Nm and 201bhp. The new electric Vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds. According to the ARAI, it has a 521 km. BYD Atto 3 electric SUV is priced at Rs 33.99 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards. The delivery of the new electric car is scheduled to start in January 2023.
5. MG ZS EV
The ZS EV made its debut in India in 2020. The ZS had a facelift in 2022, with visual improvements, greater equipment, and a larger battery pack. The MG ZS has a 50.2kWh battery pack, giving it a stated range of 461km (ICAT). It is propelled by a single front-axle mounted electric motor with 176hp and 280Nm of torque. The 2022 MG ZS EV price is Rs 22.6 to Rs 26.5 lakh.
6. TATA Nexon EV
The Nexon EV Max also has a longer range of 453km (MIDC), up from 437km before. Current Nexon EV Max users will receive an OTA software update to boost range starting February 25. The Nexon EV Max XM comes equipped with projector headlights, a Harman infotainment system, linked vehicle technology, cruise control, and automatic climate control. It has a 40.5kWh battery pack and an electric motor that produces 143PS and 250Nm. Prices for the Nexon EV Max now range from Rs 16.49 lakh to Rs 18.99 lakh
7. Mercedes EQB
See why another Merc is on the list. After the EQC, the EQB will be Mercedes’ second electric SUV in India. Mercedes EQB is based on the GLB platform, a compact SUV with a Electric motor. It will have a maximum stated range of up to 596 kilometers. Mercedes-Benz EQB prices start at Rs. 74.50 Lakh
8. Volvo XC40 EV
Volvo hasn’t skimped on the powerplant for the XC40 Recharge. The higher trim has two motors, one on each axle, delivering a total of 408hp and 660Nm! That’s the same as the considerably bigger Audi e-tron 55 Quattro. The Volvo weighs almost 2.2 tons which is just as much as its competitors. Volvo XC40 EV will be priced between Rs 60 lakh and Rs 65 lakh (ex-showroom).
9. TATA Tiago EV
The Tiago EV is available with two battery pack sizes: 19.2kWh and 24kWh. The battery packs combined to an electric motor generates 75 PS (114 Nm) for the larger battery and 61 PS (110 Nm) for the smaller battery. The electric hatchback provides a stated range of 250km to 315km with various battery packs.
10. Mahindra XUV400 EV
The XUV400 EV comes with two battery pack sizes: 34.5 kWh and 39.4 kWh. The batteries are mated to a single electric motor providing 150 PS and 310 Nm. A 50kW DC charger can charge an EV from 0 to 80% in 50 minutes. Mahindra XUV400 has an ARAI-claimed range of 456 km. The Mahindra XUV400 pricing starts from Rs 15.99 lakhs onwards.
Conclusion
These are India’s Top 10 Long Range Electric Cars. The driving range is a major concern for anyone considering purchasing an electric vehicle. One major driving force is range anxiety, or the fear that the EV may not have enough battery power to complete a trip. Driving an EV that suddenly runs out of charge, analogous to running out of petrol in a conventional car, is not anyone’s idea of fun. Several factors, including the weather, driving method, number of passengers, and others, might impact range.