The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is rapidly gaining momentum in India, and if you're looking to make the switch to sustainable mobility without breaking the bank, you're in luck! With a budget of under Rs. 20 lakh (ex-showroom), there's a growing selection of electric cars that offer a blend of practical features and impressive driving range. Whether you're a daily commuter seeking an eco-friendly ride or a family looking for a spacious and efficient EV, the sub-20 lakh segment has something for everyone. From compact electric hatchbacks ideal for city driving to feature-rich electric SUVs boasting extended range, these EVs are designed to cater to diverse needs and preferences.
In this article, we'll delve into the details of 12 of the best electric cars available in India under Rs. 20 lakh, exploring their specifications and prices. So get ready to discover your ideal affordable electric car, explore the best EVs under 20 lakh in India, and understand the electric car price in India within this budget-friendly segment. Let’s start the list with the most affordable EV on sale today.
Launched in May 2023, the MG Comet EV is an electric hatchback that is ideal for urban use. With With a length of under 3 metres, it is the perfect electric vehicle for those looking for an affordable city runabout. This A-segment hatchback is also the most affordable EV in India to offer a rear-mounted electric motor.
Powered by a 17.3kWh battery pack, the Comet EV puts out 42PS of power and 110Nm of peak torque, which is more than adequate for your daily commute to work or the grocers. MG claim the Comet EV offers a range of 230km on a single charge.
MG are offering the Comet with 2 pricing options – one where you buy the car as a whole and BaaS, or Battery as a Service, where you buy the car and pay a monthly amount for using the battery. Here are the prices of the Comet EV if you plan to purchase it outright:
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With the BaaS program, the ex-showroom cost of the Comet EV drops by Rs. 2 lakh. Know more about the MG Comet BaaS program by tapping the link below:
Also Read: MG Comet EV Launched With BaaS Program
The Tiago EV is Tata’s most affordable electric car on sale currently. It is offered with 2 battery pack options with differing ranges, allowing customers to pick one based on their needs and budget.
Tiago EV MR: Equipped with a 19.2kWh battery pack, the Tiago EV medium range offers a range of 250km on a single charge. Its front-mounted electric motor produces 61PS of power and 110Nm of torque. With an efficiency rating of 13.02kmpu, the Tiago EV is a great option for those looking for an affordable and practical electric car.
Tiago EV LR: Equipped with a bigger 24kWh battery pack, the Tiago EV long range offers a rane of 315km in a single charge. The electric motor in the Tiago EV LR produces 75PS of power and 114Nm of torque.
Here are the current prices of the Tiago EV:
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Also Read: 2025 Tata Tiago EV Variant-Wise Features
If you are looking for an electric SUV on a budget, the Tata Punch EV is a great option. Like the Tiago EV, Tata offer the Punch EV with 2 battery pack options – 25kWh and 35kWh – that offer a range of 315km and 421km, respectively.
Punch EV MR: Equipped with a 25kWh battery pack, the Punch EV medium range offers a claimed range of 315km. Its front-mounted electric motor offers 82PS of power and 114Nm of torque. It has an efficiency rating of 12.60kmpu.
Punch EV LR: The long range variant of the Punch EV comes with a larger 35kWh battery pack, giving it a claimed range of 421km.
Here are the variant-wise ex-showroom prices of the Punch EV 2025:
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The 2025 Tata Punch EV is priced from Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 14.14 lakh (ex-showroom).
Also Read: Tata Punch EV Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
The 2025 Citroen eC3 is the all-electric alternative of the Citroen C3. It comes packed with a 29.2kWh battery pack and a front mounted electric motor that produces 57PS of power and 143Nm of torque. Citroen claim the eC3 offers a range of 320km per charge.With an efficiency rating of 10.96kmpu, the eC3 is a stylish and practical electric hatchback for city driving.
Here are the current prices of the 2025 Citroen eC3:
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The 2025 Citroen eC3 is priced from Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 13.57 lakh (ex-showroom).
The 2025 Tigor EV is the most affordable electric sedan in the country. Unlike the Tiago EV and Punch EV, the Tigor EV is only offered with a single battery option.
Equipped with a 26kWh battery pack, the Tigor EV offers a claimed range of 315km per charge. Its front-mounted electric motor produces 75PS of power and 170Nm of torque.
Here are the current prices of the 2025 Tigor EV:
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The 2025 Tigor EV is priced from Rs. 12.5 lakh to Rs. 13.75 lakh (ex-showroom).
Also Read: April 2024 - Tata Tigor EV Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
The 2025 Tata Nexon EV is a great option for those looking for a feature-packed electric vehicle. It is offered with 2 battery pack options – 30kWh and 40.5kWh – that offer a range of 325km and 489km, respectively.
Nexon EV MR: The Nexon EV medium range equipped with the smaller 30kWh battery and it offers a range of 325km. Its front-mounted electric motor produces 129PS of power and 215Nm of torque.
Nexon EV LR: The Tata Nexon EV long range is equipped with the larger 40.5kWh battery pack and offers a range of 489km. It puts out 149PS of power and 215Nm of torque.
Here are the current prices of all 2025 Nexon EV variants:
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The 2025 Nexon EV is priced from Rs. 12.5 lakh to Rs. 17 lakh (ex-showroom).
Also Read: Tata Nexon EV Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
The latest electric vehicle from JSW MG Motor, the Windsor EV has quickly become a popular model among electric vehicle buyers thanks to its aggressive pricing and tech-laden variants. Like the Comet EV, the Windsor EV is available with BaaS (battery as a service) and the price difference between the 2 options is about Rs. 4 lakh.
Here are the current prices of the 2025 Windsor EV:
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MG offer the Windsor EV with a 38kWh battery pack and a front-mounted electric motor that produces 136PS of power and 200Nm of torque. It offers a claimed range of 332km per charge, which is higher than the Tiago EV, Tigor EV and even the Punch EV.
Also Read: MG Windsor EV Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
Mahindra’s answer to the Tata Nexon EV, the XUV400 is the all-electric version of the now-discontinued XUV300 SUV. We expect Mahindra to launch the all-new XUV400 based on the XUV 3XO in the coming months. The 2025 XUV400 is offered with 2 battery pack options – 34.5kWh and 39.5kWh, which give it a range of 375km and 456km, respectively. All variants of the XUV400 produce 150PS of power and 310Nm of torque. The XUV400 is a powerful and practical electric SUV that's perfect for those who need a bit more space than the Nexon. It’s, after all, considerably longer than the Nexon EV.
Here are the current prices of the 2025 XUV400:
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The 2025 Mahindra XUV400 is priced from Rs. 15.5 lakh to Rs. 17.7 lakh (ex-showroom).
Also Read: Mahindra XUV400 EV Variant-Wise Features
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Tata’s current flagship electric vehicle – the Curvv EV – is a unique vehicle in this list thanks to its SUV coupe styling. The 2025 Curvv EV is offered with 2 battery pack options – 45kWh and 55kWh – offering a claimed range of 502km and 585km, respectively. While both variants offer 215Nm of torque, the 45kWh model produces 150PS of power while the 55kWh model generates 167PS.
Out of Curvv EV’s 7 variants, 5 of them have an ex-showroom price of under Rs. 20 lakh:
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The 2025 Tata Curvv is priced from Rs. 17.5 lakh to Rs. 22 lakh (ex-showroom).
Also Read: Tata Curvv EV Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
Sitting a segment above the Windsor EV, the ZS EV from JSW MG Motor is the all-electric alternative of the MG Astor. The ZS EV is offered with a 50.3kWh battery pack and offers a claimed range of 461km. Its front-mounted electric motor produces 177PS of power and 280Nm of torque. MG offer several variants of the 2025 ZS EV. However, only one fits our Rs. 20 lakh cut-off – the Executive – which is priced at Rs. 18,98,000.
Launched in January 2025, the Creta Electric is Hyundai’s first mass-market electric vehicle for the Indian market. Available with 2 battery-motor configurations, the Creta EV is priced from Rs. 18 lakh onwards.
The Creta EV medium range variants come equipped with a 42kWh battery pack a front-mounted electric motors that produces 135PS of power and 255Nm of torque. It offers a claimed range of 390km.
The EV long range comes with a 51.4kWh battery pack. The electric motor in this version offers 171PS of power and 255Nm. The claimed driving range of this variant is 473km. However, all long range variants are priced above the Rs. 20 lakh mark.
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Also Read: Hyundai Creta Electric Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
Mahindra’s latest EV based on their INGLO platform – the BE 6 – is the latest EV in the Indian market. With a futuristic design and feature-packed cabin, the BE 6 aims to redefine the Indian EV segment. Like most EVs in this price bracket, the BE 6 comes with 2 battery pack option with varying range and power outputs. However, only one of medium range variants – Pack One – of the BE 6 get a price tag of under Rs. 20 lakh. It is currently priced at Rs. 18.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
The BE 6 medium range variants are equipped with a 59kWh battery pack that offers a range of 535km. The rear-mounted electric motor in these variants offer 231PS of power and 380Nm of torque.
The BE 6 long range variants offer a range of 682km and is powered by 79kWh battery pack. The rear-mounted electric motor in these variants offer 285PS of power and 380Nm of torque.
Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
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