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      Hyundai Creta Electric Makes Range Anxiety A Thing of the Past – Over 10k Charging Points Across India

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      Hyundai Creta ElectricWith a range of 473 km and access to over 10,000 EV charging points, Hyundai Creta Electric provides users complete freedom to explore their world
      For anyone planning to buy an EV, one of the important factors to consider is the range and charging options. Hyundai has ensured that Creta Electric works as an effective pill to eliminate range anxiety. Let us see the details about the battery, range and charging options to understand how Creta Electric addresses real-world driving needs and makes EV ownership more convenient.
      Creta Electric battery, range, charging time
      Two battery pack options are there with Creta Electric – a 42 kWh and a long-range 51.4 kWh unit. The 42-kWh battery pack is available with Executive, Smart, Smart (O) and Premium variants. The long-range battery pack is available with Smart (O) LR and Excellence LR variants. With the 42-kWh battery pack, range is 390 km (as per MIDC Part 1 + Part 2 Cycle). The larger battery pack offers a range of 473 km. Both packs are liquid cooled lithium-ion units, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
      Real-world range of Creta Electric can easily touch 400+ km. This is good enough for a full week of commuting and even for inter-city journeys. With significant improvements in charging infrastructure, users can also travel long distances across the country with their Creta Electric.
      11kW Home Smart Charger
      Charging time is a key concern for EV buyers, and Hyundai has addressed it with an efficient solution. Creta Electric comes with an 11 kW home charger, which is much better than what competition is offering currently. The 11 kW home charger allows Creta EV to charge from 10% to 100% in around 4 hours, while the larger battery pack takes 4.5 hours.
      For even faster charging, a 50 kW DC fast charger can be used, reducing charging time significantly. With this, both battery packs can go from 10% to 80% in just 58 minutes, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum convenience.
      Easily locate charging stations with myHyundai app
      Along with adequate range and fast charging, Hyundai has also ensured that Creta Electric users can easily find charging stations. This can be done with the myHyundai app that has more than 10,000 EV charging points mapped in its database. The app shows the nearest charging stations and slots that may be available for charging. Being able to easily locate a charging station significantly enhances the overall experience across both urban areas and highways.
      Seamless In-car payments
      Hyundai has also simplified the payment process at charging stations with its pioneering In-Car Payment system. As of now, around 1,500 charging stations support Hyundai’s In-Car Payment system. At any of these charging stations, the payment prompt is displayed on the infotainment screen. Users can then pay comfortably using the Hyundai Pay Wallet. Creta Electric’s In-Car Payment system ensures a seamless experience and eliminates hassles associated with using external payment methods.
      When it comes to addressing range anxiety, the Hyundai Creta Electric appears to be a step ahead of the competition. Hyundai has also focused on ensuring that the overall refuelling experience is better than what would expect from an ICE car. Overall, Creta Electric has prioritized convenience and efficiency, ensuring a hassle-free experience for users. More

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      Hero Sales Jan 2025 At 442,873 Units – Splendor, Xtreme, Karizma, Xpulse

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      2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0Hero MotoCorp heralds in the New Year with fresh product launches, both in the motorcycle and scooter segments
      In January 2025, Hero MotoCorp has introduced several new products to their range in Indian markets. The company strengthened their portfolio across both motorcycle and scooter segments. These new offerings include the Xtreme 250R and Xpulse 210 along with scooters such as the Destini 125, Xoom 125 and Xoom 160, the latter being a maxi scooter.
      Hero MotoCorp YoY Vs MoM Sales Jan 2025
      Along with showing off strong YoY and MoM sales growth, the company has also announced a strong 141% growth in its global business. There were 30,495 units dispatched to overseas markets, with demand scaled up in both Bangladesh and Colombia. Among the company’s achievements in the past month, was its success at the Dakar Rally 2025 wherein Hero MotoSports Team Rally finished in 7th place.
      Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, sold 4,42,873 units in January 2025. This was a marginal 2.14% YoY growth from 4,33,598 units sold in Jan 2024. It related to a volume increase of 9,275 units. Its MoM performance was even stronger with a 36.31% improvement over 3,24,906 units sold in Dec 2024. This was a 1,17,967 unit volume increase.
      Hero Sales Jan 2025 – YoY
      With the company’s motorcycle segment commanding a 90.39% share, sales were at 4,00,293 units in the past month, a slight fall of 0.49% from 4,02,256 unit sales of Jan 2024. New product launches and a more positive buyer sentiment at the start of the New Year, boosted its MoM performance by 34.09% when compared to 2,98,516 units sold in Dec 2024.
      Scooters hold a 9.61% share and saw double digit sales growth both on a YoY and MoM basis in Jan 2025. Scooter sales surged by 34.99% to 42,580 units, up from 31,542 unit sales of Jan 2024. MoM sales too improved by 58.11% over 26,930 units sold in Dec 2024.
      Breaking down sales in domestic and export markets, we see that Hero MotoCorp suffered a setback in domestic sales by 2.03% to 4,12,378 units. MoM improvement was seen in domestic markets. This was a rise of 40.19% from 2,94,152 units sold in Dec 2024.
      Hero Sales Jan 2025 – MoM
      However, the company witnessed an astounding 140.80% growth in terms of exports sales. Exports went up to 30,495 units in the past month. This was a volume increase by 17,831 units over 12,664 units shipped in Jan 2024. MoM exports suffered a marginal 0.26% decline.
      In Jan 2025, Hero MotoCorp’s electric vehicle (EV) brand VIDA, also dispatched a total of 6,669 units of its recently launched VIDA V2 electric scooter. This e-scooter is presented in three variants of Vida V2 Lite, Vida V2 Plus, and Vida V2 Pro. Prices range from Rs 96,000, Rs 1.15 lakh, and Rs 1.35 lakh respectively (ex-showroom.
      Hero MotoCorp YTD Sales Jan 2025
      Hero MotoCorp also witnessed outstanding growth on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. Sales surged 6.41% to 49,61,515 units in the FY2025 period, up from 46,62,630 units sold in FY2024. This related to a volume growth of 2,98,885 units.
      Hero Sales Jan 2025 – YTD
      Motorcycle sales were up by 7.46% to 46,17,542 units while scooter sales declined by 5.92% to 3,43,973 units sold in the FY2025 period from 3,65,611 unit sales during the same period of the previous year. Domestic sales were up by 5.06% to 47,44,376 units while exports showed off double digit 48.10% improvement to 2,17,139 units in the FY2025 period. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2025 – YoY, MoM, YTD Growth

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350An upcoming launch in the larger and more powerful 750cc segment will steer sales of Royal Enfield to even greater heights
      Royal Enfield has released their sales for January 2025. The company has witnessed outstanding growth proudly proclaiming a YoY, MoM and YTD improvement in sales. Along with familiar products such as Classic 350, Bullet 350, Himalayan 450 and Hunter 350 in the sub 350 cc segment along with Royal Enfield’s new Scram 440 and the upcoming Interceptor 750 are sure to steer the company to even greater sales targets in the months ahead.
      Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2025
      Taking into account sales through Jan 2025, the company saw 91,132 unit sales. This was an increase of 19.62% over 76,187 units sold in Jan 2024. It related to a 14,945 unit volume growth. On a MoM basis, sales improved by 14.68% from 79,466 units sold in Dec 2024.
      Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2025 – YoY
      Sales of the company’s sub 350cc range stood at 78,815 units, a 16.56% YoY growth from 67,620 units sold in Jan 2024. It related to a 13.44% improvement over 69,476 units sold in Dec 2024. The sub 350cc segment currently commands an 86.48% share in the company portfolio.
      Larger bikes above the 350cc displacement (411cc, 450cc and 650cc) also showed off both a YoY and MoM growth to 12,317 units. This was a 43.77% YoY and 23.29% MoM growth. There had been 8,567 units and 9,990 units sold in Jan 2024 and Dec 2024 respectively. Bikes in this segment command a 13.52% share.
      Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2025 – MoM
      This took total domestic sales up to 81,052 units which was a 14.88% YoY growth from 67,891 unit sales of Jan 2024. MoM sales too scored high with a 19.39% boost over 67,891 unit sales of Dec 2024. Exports, though they witnessed a massive 79.01% YoY growth to 10,080 units, suffered a 12.92% MoM decline when compared with 11,575 unit shipments in Dec 2024. Thus losing 1,495 units in volumes.
      Year-to-Date (YTD) Sales Jan 2025
      Positive growth was also seen on a year to date (YTD) basis wherein the company sold 8,18,209 units in FY2025. This was a 7.48% growth from 7,61,246 unit sales of FY2024. It related to a 56,963 unit improvement in volumes.
      Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2025 – YTD
      Sales growth was seen across both the sub 350cc and above 350cc segments. Sales of sub 350cc models stood at 7,03,580 units, up 3.53% over 6,79,567 units sold in the same period a year ago. Larger motorcycles too saw a higher percentage increase of a healthy double digit 40.34% to 1,14,629 units whereas there had been just 81,679 units sold in the FY2024 period.
      Breaking up these figures into domestic sales and exports, it was seen that exports improved by an even greater percentage as compared to domestic sales. Domestic sales in the FY2025 period were up by 4.72% to 7,33,908 units while exports surged by 39.53% to 84,301 units. Conversely, there had been 7,00,829 units sold in domestic markets in FY2024 while exports had stood at 60,417 units. More

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      Suzuki 2W Sales Jan 2025 – Growth 9% Domestic, 38% Exports

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      2025 Suzuki Access 125With the launch of New Gen Access 125, Suzuki has started the calendar year 2025 with a bang. Not only were the launch of new Access 125 and the showcase of e-Access at Auto Expo 2025 notable, Suzuki Motorcycle India registered a double-digit growth in January 2025 with great sales performance in both domestic and exports.
      Suzuki 2W Sales Jan 2025
      One of India’s leading 2W manufacturers, Suzuki Motorcycle India, has started the calendar year 2025 on a positive note. The company registered a total sales of 1,08,921 units last month, resulting in a positive growth of 13.74% YoY and 12.52% MoM as opposed to 95,762 units sold in January 2024 and 78,834 units sold in December 2024.
      Suzuki gained 13,159 units in volume YoY and 12,117 units MoM. Breaking down these numbers further, we can see that Suzuki Motorcycle India sold 87,834 units in the domestic market and 21,087 units globally in many markets. Domestic sales accounted for 80.64% and exports 19.36%.
      In the domestic market, Suzuki managed to sell 87,834 units with a 9.10% YoY growth as opposed to 80,511 units from a year ago, gaining 7,323 units in volume. At the same time, there was an 11.42% MoM growth with 9,000 units gained in volume when compared to 78,834 units sold a month before.
      Suzuki 2W Sales Jan 2025
      The company’s exports witnessed a major bump too. Suzuki shipped 21,087 units last month, which resulted in 38.27% YoY and 17.35% MoM growth as opposed to 15,251 units and 17,970 units shipped a month before. Volume gained in shipments was 5,836 units YoY and 3,117 units MoM. Suzuki’s sales fell into the green across the sales chart, which is not the case with its immediate rivals.
      Statement from Suzuki Motorcycle India
      Commenting on the performance, Mr. Devashish Handa, Executive Vice President – Sales, Marketing and After Sales, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. said, “Our consistent growth reflects the trust customers place in us.
      We are truly thankful to our customers, valued business partners, and dedicated dealer network for their constant support, contributing to our sustained success. We remain focused to strengthening our relationship and working closely with all our stakeholders to deliver Value Packed Products and services of superior quality.” More

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      Tata Harrier EV Mid Variant Spied Ahead Of Launch – New Wheel Design

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      Tata Harrier EV Mid Variant SpiedTesting for Tata Harrier EV has commenced a long time ago and we should see it launch soon enough. However, the new set of spy shots shows Harrier EV in camouflage ahead of launch. Interestingly, this test mule is donning a new design for alloy wheels that is slightly different than the one showed on stage. Let’s take a closer look.
      Tata Harrier EV
      We have seen the new Tata Harrier EV at Auto Expo 2025 in all its glory. This new flagship electric vehicle from Tata is poised to revolutionise Indian EV market and rival Mahindra XEV 9e. Launch is likely to happen soon and it is expected to follow Tata’s aggressive pricing strategies and undercutting competition.
      Tata Harrier EV Mid Variant Spied
      This test mule was spied in Okhla Industrial Estate in Delhi NCR and it is wrapped in camouflage. It has a closed-off grill at the front, confirming that is, in fact, Harrier EV and not Harrier Petrol, which is also in testing phase (1.5L GDi). Interestingly, this test mule looks like a mid-level variant of some sort.
      We say this because it dons a wheel design that is different from the top-spec trim showed at Auto Expo 2025. On closer inspection, this wheel design looks similar to the one offered with Adventure Plus trim of Harrier ICE, but finished in a monotone Black shade on this test mule. This particular wheel on Harrier ICE is 18-inches and wrapped with 235-section tyre.
      Tata Harrier EV Mid Variant Spied
      Top-spec trim will come with 19-inchers and probably 245-section tyres. These spy shots show a glimpse of the interior that reveals the same steering wheel as Harrier ICE along with the same 12.3-inch free-standing infotainment screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control and more.
      What to expect?
      At the grand stage of Auto Expo 2025, Tata Motors unveiled a production version of Harrier EV, which marked a significant shift in company’s strategies. For the first time post BS6 emission norms implementation in 2020, a Tata Motors car is getting power sent to rear wheels. That too, in a much more sophisticated way.
      Tata Harrier EV Mid Variant Interior
      There is a paradigm shift in performance too as Harrier EV packs two electric motors for blistering acceleration. Total system power is not revealed, but total system torque is 500 Nm. The suspension is massively overhauled as Harrier EV packs front and rear independent suspension as well.
      Tata Harrier EV Mid Variant
      Apart from the performance, Harrier EV is promised to bring significantly more features. On the stage, Tata Motors demonstrated self-park feature, similar to what we saw and experienced in BE 6 and XEV 9e. So, the excitement quotient around Harrier EV is immensely high and it is expected to set a new benchmark in technology and performance.
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      TVS Sales Jan 2025 Saw 17% YoY, 24% MoM Growth – Apache, Jupiter, iQube, Ntorq

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      TVS ApacheTVS Motor has reported total sales of 3,97,623 units in Jan 2025. This was a 17.12% YoY growth from 3,39,513 units sold in Jan 2024 while MoM sales improved from 321,687 units in December 2024. Sales growth was seen both in domestic and exports of 2 wheelers. While 3W domestic sales also ended positively, the same could not be said about 3W exports that suffered a 5.17% decline.
      TVS 2W Sales Jan 2025
      In Jan 2025, TVS sold 1,74,388 units of motorcycles reflecting a 12.07% YoY growth from 1,55,611 unit sales in Jan 2024. This related to an 18,777 unit volume increase. Motorcycles command a 44.98% share in the company portfolio. It was also a MoM growth of 20.42% when compared to 1,44,811 unit sales of Dec 2024.
      Scooter sales, boosted by the Jupiter, too grew significantly both on a YoY and MoM basis to 1,71,111 units. There were 1,32,290 units and 1,33,919 units sold in Jan 2024 and Dec 2024 respectively. Scooter share in the company range stands practically on par with its motorcycle range at at 44.14%.
      TVS Sales Jan 2025 – YoY
      With the new TVS iQube ST revealed at the 2025 Auto Expo and set to launch in the months ahead, e-scooter sales are set to improve even more. The company’s e-scooter range grew by 54.80% YoY to 25,195 units in Jan 2025 from 16,276 units sold in Jan 2024. MoM sales too saw a 24.91% improvement.
      TVS has the XL moped also in its range, sales of which stood at 42,172 units in the past month. This related to a 0.32% YoY growth but a more pronounced MoM improvement by 26.75%. These 2W sales figures took total sales to 2,93,860 units in Jan 2025 up 9.55% from 2,68,233 units sold in Jan 2024 while it was also a 36.63% MoM growth.
      The company’s 2W range also highly popular in global markets, showed off a 52.03% YoY with 93,811 units shipped in the past month. Exports however, declined by 3.21% MoM basis. This took total 2W sales to 3,87,671 units in Jan 2025, up from 3,29,937 units and 3,12,002 units sold in Jan 2024 and Dec 2024 respectively.
      TVS Sales Jan 2025 – YoY
      TVS 3W Sales and Exports Jan 2025
      Three wheeler sales showed off a 39.80% YoY growth in domestic markets to 2,708 units while MoM sales too improved by 22.04%. Exports on the other hand fell both on a YoY and MoM basis to 7,244 units. There were 7,639 units and 7,466 units exported in Jan 2024 and Dec 2024 respectively.
      Total domestic sales (2W+3W) saw a 3.93% YoY and 36.48% MoM growth to 2,96,568 units in Jan 2025. Total YoY exports too improved significantly to 1,01,005 units though reduced export shipments of both 2 and 3 wheelers related to a MoM fall by 3.20% when compared to 1,04,393 units shipped in Dec 2024. More

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      2025 KTM 390 Adventure R Spied Undisguised – Full Specs, Details Revealed

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      2025 KTM 390 Adventure R Spied UndisguisedWhile the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure was supposed to be launched on 30th January as per the official teaser, it didn’t seem to have materialised. However, full specifications of India-spec model have gone live on company’s website. Ahead of the official launch, new spy shots of 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R have been leaked showing the bike without any camouflage.
      2025 KTM 390 Adventure R Spied Undisguised
      While the official launch date is still not known, units seem to be reaching dealerships and might be spied on the way. These recent spy shots are credited to automotive enthusiast Abhijit Kalambe who spotted them at Tamhini Ghat in Maharashtra. This particular unit is completely undisguised and seems to be en route a dealership.
      Adjustable Suspension
      KTM’s website has revealed all specs and features of 2025 KTM 390 Adventure, including colours. The one seen in these spy shots is called Ceramic White, where White is at front and KTM’s signature Orange at the rear. Second colour is Electronic Orange, where Orange is at front and White at the rear.
      New 390 Adventure Rear
      Being the top-spec R variants of 2025 390 Adventure, it packs all bells and whistles KTM has advertised. As the name suggests, 2025 390 Adventure is positioned as an adventure tourer and not an outright off-roader. That’s where 2025 KTM 390 Enduro comes in and is expected to launch in India later on.
      390 Adventure Cermaic White Colour
      Specs & Performance
      Sticking with 390 Adventure R, it is an all-new motorcycle when compared to its predecessor. It features a completely revised bodywork with a sharper and angular design theme. Powering this motorcycle is a new 398.6cc single-cylinder DOHC 4V/cyl liquid-cooled engine that makes 45.3 bhp and 39 Nm, up by 2.4 bhp and 2 Nm.
      A 6-speed gearbox, slipper clutch and a quick-shifter come as standard. KTM is also offering a slew of electronic rider aids. Prominent among these include cornering traction control (switchable), cornering ABS, off-road ABS, cruise control and more. There are three riding modes too – Street, Rain and Off-road.
      390 Adventure Headlights
      Components of the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R are impressive. The most notable ones include fully adjustable USD front forks (compression and rebound, 30 clicks each), adjustable rear mono-shock (20 clicks rebound, 10 clicks pre-load), 320 mm front radially mounted and 240 mm rear floating disc brake setup with dual-channel ABS.
      New 390 Adventure Front
      Components & Features
      Suspension travel is 200mm at the front and 205 mm at the rear. Even though ground clearance is increased to 227 mm, seat height is reduced to 830 mm. Wheel size is now 21-inch front and 17-inch rear for the first time, as opposed to its predecessor’s 19-inch front and 17-inch rear setup. Fuel tank is the same 14.5L, but kerb weight has gone up 5 kg as it weighs 183 kg.
      390 Adventure TFT Cluster
      Other notable elements on this motorcycle include knuckle guards, adjustable levers, underbelly exhaust for compaction and mass centralisation, a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster positioned in a tower-like housing. This screen supports Bluetooth connectivity with features like music control and navigation. To further aid touring, KTM will offer auxiliary light accessories too, complementing the twin projector headlight setup. More

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      Mainstream Electric SUVs Range Compared (ARAI) – Creta, Curvv, BE 6, XEV 9e, eVitara

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      Mainstream Electric SUVs Range Compared – Mahindra BE 6Competition is intensifying in the compact and midsize electric SUV segment, as evident with several new products introduced in recent months. From the consumer’s perspective, one of the important factors in the decision-making process is the range of an EV. To help make informed decisions, here’s a comparison of the ARAI-certified range offered by mass-market electric C and D Segment SUVs.
      Mahindra BE 6 tops the list; XEV 9e second
      For anyone looking for maximum range, Mahindra BE 6 is likely to be the top choice. BE 6 is available with two battery pack options – 59 kWh and 79 kWh. Range is 556 km and 682 km, respectively. Mahindra XEV 9e has the same battery pack options. However, since the XEV 9e is larger and heavier, it has a slightly lower range.
      Mahindra XEV 9e Reach Showrooms
      While BE 6 is 4,371 mm long, XEV 9e measures 4,789 mm in length. Among mass-market electric SUVs, XEV 9e comes second when assessed exclusively as per range. It can run 542 km with the smaller battery pack and 656 km with the 79-kWh unit. Offering best-in-segment range, BE 6 and XEV 9e seem most appropriate for inter-city journeys and long-distance trips.
      While charging infrastructure has improved significantly, it is still better to have fewer refuelling stops. However, prices of BE 6 and XEV 9e are on the higher side, especially for top variants. Mahindra BE 6 is available in the price range of Rs 18.90 lakh to Rs 26.90 lakh. XEV 9e is priced in the range of Rs 21.90 lakh to Rs 30.90 lakh.
      Tata Curvv EV
      The 500+ km club
      Ignoring other variables, a range of 500+ km would seem desirable for most EV buyers. In that case, the options available are BYD Atto 3 and Tata Curvv EV. Atto 3 is available with battery pack options of 49.9 kWh and 60.5 kWh. Range is 468 km and 521 km, respectively.
      However, BYD Atto 3 is the costliest among all SUVs listed here. That’s because it is imported into India as CKD, which means additional taxation. BYD Atto 3 is available in the price range of Rs 24.99 lakh to Rs 33.99 lakh. Tata Curvv EV is available with battery pack options of 45 kWh and 55 kWh. Range is 430 km and 502 km, respectively. Curvv EV is relatively affordable, starting at Rs 17.49 lakh.
      Maruti Suzuki eVitara India Debut
      The top variant is priced at Rs 21.99 lakh. Maruti eVitara also promises a range of 500 km, but it is yet to be certified by ARAI. However, it is unlikely that there will be any major difference between the claimed range and ARAI certified range of eVitara. Maruti eVitara has battery pack options of 49 kWh and 61 kWh.
      450 – 500 km range electric SUVs
      While MG Motor will be bringing multiple new EVs to India, the current options include the MG ZS EV. It is derived from the ICE platform used for MG Astor. MG ZS EV is available with a 50.3 kWh battery pack. It has a range of 461 km. While the base variant costs Rs 19.98 lakh, the top variant is available at Rs 24.23 lakh.
      Hyundai Creta Electric
      Next is Hyundai Creta Electric, available with battery pack options of 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh. Range is 390 km and 473 km, respectively. While Creta Electric may not have the highest range in this list, it is one of the most practical and reliable options among mass-market electric SUVs. Creta Electric is competitively priced in the range of Rs 17.99 lakh to Rs 23.50 lakh. More