EVs or electric cars are the movement of people to a cleaner source of energy. It is the future of transportation. So, as people like to plan and develop for the future, car manufacturers also want to develop for the future. So, they introduce electric vehicles now and then, to make a gradual conversion to EVs.
Electric vehicles, in general, are environmentally friendly, and at the same time allow you to last a long distance depending on the model and different scenarios. So, carmakers are constantly on the move to make EVs.
One of the largest automobile markets is in India. The Indian automotive market is huge because people want different vehicles, and the demand is high. Meaning that due to the sheer population of India, and the demand for vehicles, it is a good market.
EVs will have to enter the automotive market in India to make it big. So, some manufacturers have or will introduce their EVs in India. Here are some EVs that are due to come in 2021 in India.
Audi e-Tron
Audi, one of the most well-known car manufacturers will be debuting their Audi e-Tron in India in 2021. The e-Tron will be the first-ever EV launch from the company in India. Two variants, that is the e-Tron and the e-Tron Sportback will make their debut.
Both the variants can produce 355 brake horsepower and 561 Nm of peak torque. The model offers 452 kilometers and comes with a 95-kWh battery. Moreover, the car can be charged to the brim within eight and a half hours with a regular charger.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
The Mercedes Benz EQS is one of the most talked-about EVs as of the present. The model has already gone into production and sales might start sooner or later. Learn more about the production here. The Merc is already well-liked by the people of India.
The EQS will be available in two models, the EQS 450+ and the EQS 580 4MATIC. The model is kind of like the all-electric version of the S-class series of sedans from Mercedes Benz. The EQS 450+ will be a base variant, while the EQS 580 4MATIC will be the top model. Learn more on the Mercedes Benz EQS here. Mercedes Benz EQS – Everything You Need to Know about the EV Car
Mahindra eKUV 100
Mahindra, an Indian car manufacturer will also be entering the EV market in India with their Mahindra eKUV 100. The vehicle was in the showcase at the Auto Expo 2020. This model might be the most affordable EV, which might go for 8.25 Lakhs or $11,200 or £7,900.
This EV will feature a 40kW battery which can generate 53 brake horsepower and 120 Nm of peak torque. The vehicle most likely will come with a single-speed transmission. The car with its transmission will send its power to all 4-wheels too. As per data, the range of the car is 120 kilometers.
Porsche Taycan
The Porsche Taycan is one of the more sporty EVs that is going to be available in the market. This sports car is a part of Porsche’s Mission E Concept. Mission E is to develop an AR simulation of the EVs of Porsche with the help of Google. This concept is intended to drive people to buy EVs and transition to electric vehicles.
The Taycan will feature two synchronous motors which will be able to produce 600 brake horsepower. As per reports, the car also will give a range of over 500 kilometers. Moreover, the car can also go from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour within 3.5 seconds. So, the Porsche Taycan will be a good EV sports car for India.
Tata Altroz EV
Tata, another Indian car manufacturer will introduce their all-electric version of the Tata Altroz, a model that also has a gas-powered variant.
The Altroz EV first made its debut in 2019 at the Geneva Motor Show. The model is developed on the Agile Light Flexible Advanced Architecture or ALFA. The car will feature a Ziptron powertrain, and at the same time will come with a Lithium-ion battery that has IP67 certification.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla, the forefront of EV tech and the most valuable car manufacturing company will introduce their vehicles in India. The Tesla Model 3 is already a well-known and tested EV in many other countries. Tesla has already made plans to have their headquarters in Mumbai and the production of these EVs in Karnataka.
The Model 3 can cover 500 kilometers on a single charge and go from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 3.1 seconds. People are hyped about the car and wonder about the pricing. This introduction is a part of Tesla’s expansion into other countries, learn more about it here.
Volvo XC40 Recharge
Volvo, the manufacturers of the world’s safest cars is making their EV debut in India with the Volvo XC40 Recharge. As per reports, the model will be available for sale from October 2021. The vehicle will come as a CBU, or as a Completely Built Unit, meaning that process will be high.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge will feature a dual motor with 150kW motors on each axle. The model will be able to generate 402 brake horsepower, and 660 Nm of peak torque.
Ending Note
EVs in India are a good chance in the Indian automotive market, which is fairly dominated by Maruti Suzuki. Granted, it will take time for people to transition to an EV, as the infrastructure must be built up. Together with that, electric prices are an unknown factor. But, still, we can hope that EVs make it good in India.
