The market for electric vehicles is expanding quickly in India; between October 2022 and September 2023, EV sales made up over 5% of all vehicle sales. By 2030, EV sales may account for almost 40% of all vehicle sales. Twelve electric vehicles were introduced in India in 2023, eleven of which were brand-new models. This provided prospective EV purchasers with a wide range of options for all budgets and needs.
Best 12 EVs in India in 2023
The following 12 electric vehicles were introduced to the Indian market in 2023:
- BMW i7: Introduced early in January alongside the new 7 series, the BMW i7 is Germany’s premium luxury product. The premium electric vehicle is available with two different powertrain options, one of which is a large 101.7 kWh battery pack, and is said to have a range of up to 625 km.
- Mahindra XUV400: Introduced in India in March 2023, the Mahindra XUV400 is an all-electric sport utility vehicle. It has a 400-km stated range on a single charge and is delivered with a 75 kWh battery pack.
- Tata Nexon EV Facelift: The 2020 model year saw the release of the Tata Nexon EV, which along with its ICE (internal combustion engine) version, received a much-needed facelift in 2023. With a stated driving range of up to 465 kilometres, the Nexon EV is still available with two different battery pack options: 30 kWh and 40.5 kWh.
- Volvo C40 Recharge: In May 2023, the all-electric Volvo C40 Recharge made its debut in India. It boasts a stated range of up to 420 kilometres on a single charge and is delivered with a 78 kWh battery pack.
- Hyundai IONIQ 5: In June 2023, the all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 SUV made its debut in India. It can travel up to 480 km on a single charge and comes with a 58 kWh or 72.6 kWh battery pack.
- Mercedes-Benz EQE: Introduced in July 2023 in India, the Mercedes-Benz EQE is an all-electric sedan. It is equipped with a 90 kWh battery pack and can go up to 660 kilometres between charges.
- Audi e-tron GT: Introduced in India in August 2023, the Audi e-tron GT is an all-electric sporting vehicle. With a single charge, it is said to have a range of up to 488 kilometres using a 93.4 kWh battery pack.
- Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo: This all-electric waggon made its debut in India in September of 2023. With a single charge, it is said to have a range of up to 456 kilometres using a 93.4 kWh battery pack.
- MG ZS EV Facelift: In October 2023, the MG ZS EV made its Indian debut after undergoing a facelift in 2023. With a single charge, its stated range is 340 kilometres using a 44.5 kWh battery pack.
- Kia EV6: Introduced in India in November 2023, the Kia EV6 is an all-electric sport utility vehicle. It can travel up to 510 miles on a single charge and comes with a 58 kWh or 77.4 kWh battery pack.
- Nissan Ariya: In December 2023, the all-electric SUV Nissan Ariya made its debut in India. It can travel up to 610 kilometres on a single charge and is equipped with a 63 kWh or 87 kWh battery pack.
- Toyota bZ4X: The all-electric SUV is scheduled to go on sale in India in January 2024. It boasts a stated range of up to 500 miles on a single charge and is delivered with a 71 kWh battery pack.
In conclusion, the Indian EV industry is expanding quickly, and 12 new electric vehicles were introduced there in 2023, providing prospective EV purchasers with a wide range of options across all price points and uses. It is anticipated that more electric vehicles will be introduced in India in the upcoming years due to the growing demand for EVs.
