Best Of 2023: Top EVs Launched This Year

Hyundai Ioniq 5 — The Ioniq 5 introduces a radical styling theme, boasting futuristic aesthetics and an interior crafted from sustainable materials. Its unique electric architecture not only maximizes space but also offers a modular cabin, setting it apart from conventional designs. In India, the Ioniq 5 is available in a competitively priced variant featuring a single motor producing 217hp and 350Nm. Despite its affordability, it offers an impressive range of 631km, surpassing many pricier EVs.

MG Comet — The Comet has broadened the accessibility of EVs to a wider audience by offering one of the most affordable options available. Its unique packaging combines a petite size with a surprisingly ample interior space, boasting premium quality and larger car features. With a respectable range of 230km, its compact footprint ensures effortless parking in tight spaces and easy maneuverability through congested cities.

Mercedes-Benz EQE — TThe EQE embodies the essence of a luxurious Mercedes, leveraging the brand's strengths within the realm of electric vehicles. Sporting an EV-specific styling theme linked to Mercedes' EQ brand, it offers interior spaciousness akin to larger luxury cars. With a range of 550km, it stands as a testament to efficiency. Notably, its standout feature is the expansive 'hyper screen,' spanning the entire dashboard, delivering a serene driving experience. In India, Mercedes has introduced the fully loaded variant of the EQE.

BMW i7 — The i7 represents the transition of the 7 Series into the electric realm, serving as BMW's flagship in this new domain. Its styling, complete with the signature massive grille, is awe-inspiring, complemented by illuminating effects and meticulous detailing throughout. This mammoth luxury vehicle runs on a battery instead of an engine, offering an impressive range of 625km, more than sufficient for a car of its luxury stature. Moreover, it even features a substantial 31.3-inch TV at the back!

Lotus Eletre — The Eletre stands as the fastest electric car available in India. The Eletre R boasts over 900 horsepower and a dual-motor layout, aligning itself closer to supercars in terms of raw performance. Its speed introduces a new dimension to what EVs can achieve. While the R version offers lower range due to its heightened performance, there's also an option available for extended range.

Tata Nexon EV — Forget the spaceship styling as the new Nexon EV also has larger updates on the inside which puts it on this list for sure. There is a new battery with the long range version packing in a larger 40.5kWh battery. This means that the range on offer has shot up with a claimed figure of 465km. The new Nexon also offers V2L and V2V plus a larger touchscreen and more power. There are more features on offer as well which means that the best selling EV in India gets more value now.