Range anxiety? Never heard of it. As India’s electric vehicle market matures, carmakers are pushing the limits of battery technology to deliver longer drives between charges. Whether you’re after a budget-friendly city commuter or a luxury EV that cruises the motorways with ease, these ten electric cars offer the highest range in India today.
10. Mahindra XEV 9e – 533km
Price: ₹21.9 lakh - ₹30.5 lakh
Mahindra’s XEV 9e is the perfect blend of affordability and long-range performance. Available in two trims, the entry-level Pack One boasts a 59kWh battery with an ARAI-certified range of 542km, while the premium Pack Three variant features a 79kWh battery offering a WLTP-certified 533km range.
9. Mahindra BE 6 – 550km
Price: ₹18.9 lakh - ₹26.9 lakh
The Mahindra BE 6 debuted alongside the XEV 9e under the brand’s electric-exclusive BE lineup. This sharp-looking SUV offers a slightly better range than its sibling, maxing out at 556km with a 59kWh battery. Opting for the larger 79kWh battery in the Pack Three trim gives a WLTP-certified 550km range—making it not just an efficient EV, but also the most affordable one on this list.
8. Kia EV9 – 561km
Price: ₹1.3 crore
Kia’s flagship electric SUV arrived in India last year as a fully imported model, sporting a massive 99.8kWh battery pack. With a WLTP-certified 561km range and a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, the EV9 balances efficiency and performance, sprinting from 0-100kph in just 5.3 seconds.
7. BYD Seal – 570km
Price: ₹41 lakh - ₹53 lakh
BYD’s third offering in India, the Seal, brings a mix of sportiness and efficiency. Available in multiple configurations, its highest range comes with the larger 82.56kWh battery pack in the RWD Premium variant, delivering a WLTP-certified 570km.
6. Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ – 586km
Price: ₹2.45 crore
This isn’t just a long-range EV—it’s a powerhouse. The Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 packs a 107.8kWh battery with a WLTP-certified 586km range. But that’s not the highlight—the dual-motor system produces 761hp, enabling a blistering 0-100kph time of just 3.4 seconds.
5. Porsche Macan Turbo – 591km
Price: ₹1.65 crore
The all-electric Macan Turbo rides on Porsche’s new PPE platform and boasts an impressive 591km range from its 95kWh battery. With 639hp and up to 1,130Nm of torque in overboost mode, it’s also one of the quickest SUVs on this list, doing 0-100kph in just 3.3 seconds.
4. Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback – 600km
Price: ₹1.14 crore - ₹1.30 crore
Audi’s Q8 e-tron Sportback 55 variant is the brand’s longest-range EV in India, thanks to its 114kWh battery. Offering a WLTP-certified 600km, this electric SUV delivers both style and substance, proving that luxury doesn’t have to come at the cost of efficiency.
4. Lotus Eletre – 600km
Price: ₹2.55 crore - ₹2.99 crore
Sharing fourth place with the Audi Q8 e-tron is the Lotus Eletre. Available in multiple trims, the base and mid-spec variants get a 603hp dual-motor setup paired with a 112kWh battery, offering a WLTP-certified 600km range. Performance-focused buyers can opt for the 905hp Eletre R, but at the cost of reduced range.
3. BMW i7 – 603km
Price: ₹1.95 crore
The BMW i7 is the all-electric twin of the iconic 7 Series, and its eDrive50 M Sport variant delivers an impressive WLTP-certified 603km range from a 101.7kWh battery. Featuring 449hp and a luxurious cabin loaded with tech, the i7 ensures you’ll go the distance in absolute comfort.
2. Lotus Emeya – 610km
Price: Starts at ₹2.34 crore
Launched earlier this year, the Lotus Emeya claims second place with a maximum WLTP-certified range of 610km. It comes in three variants, with the entry-level model offering a 102kWh battery, dual motors, and 600hp. While the mid-spec S model drops the range slightly, the top-end Emeya R focuses on raw performance, pushing 905hp.
1. Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 – 677km
Price: ₹1.55 crore - ₹2.45 crore
The undisputed range king of India, the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580, boasts an ARAI-certified 677km range, thanks to its 107.8kWh battery and ultra-efficient aerodynamics. Unlike its AMG sibling, this variant prioritises comfort and efficiency over sheer performance, making it the perfect long-distance electric luxury saloon.
