Tata Punch.EV
What you'll like:
A well-rounded EV package at an affordable price tag
Punchy 121 BHP motor is enjoyable. 300 km real-world range is adequate for most people
Zero emissions, cheap fuel costs, no gears, light controls & compact size make it an ideal city car
Enjoyable 6-speaker Harman ICE. One of the better systems in this segment
Sorted road manners & reassuring high speed stability
Well-designed & practical cabin with enough space for 4 adults
366-liter boot is accommodating
Loads of features such as ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, multi-mode regen, cruise control, Arcade.ev apps, air purifier, wireless smartphone charging, sunroof and more
Safety kit includes 6 airbags, disc brakes all-round, ESP, electronic parking brake, auto hold, blind spot view monitor, hill descent control, SOS calling function, etc.
What you won't:
Fit, finish & interior quality in some areas have room for improvement
Suspension has a firm tune (R16 variants). It is compliant & liveable, but you do feel bad roads
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, brand new tech could mean niggles, range anxiety)
No spare tyre, you will have to make do with a puncture repair kit! Good luck cruising on highways without a spare
Cabin width makes 4 adults welcome, not 5
Some missing goodies such as a split rear seat, rear A/C vents, spare wheel
Tata's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
It's a brand-new car, so the probability of issues & niggles is high
Review Link Tata Tiago.EV
What you'll like:
A well-rounded EV package at a sub-10 lakh rupee starting price. Total value-for-money
Zero emissions, cheap fuel costs, no gears, light controls & compact size make it an ideal city car
Real-world range of ~200 km is adequate for city commutes & urban dwellers
Peppy behaviour in "S" mode! "D" mode is rather tame though
Selectable regenerative braking is a very welcome feature
Sorted road manners due to the lower center of gravity & firmer suspension
Well-designed interiors are likeable & user-friendly
Features like the 8-speaker Harman audio system, cruise control, auto headlamps & wipers, connected car tech & more
Solid build & construction. Tigor EV's 4-star GNCAP result is reassuring
What you won't:
A stiff 4-lakh rupees more expensive than the Tiago Petrol AMT. You're paying for the tech & being an early adopter
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, brand new tech could mean niggles, range anxiety)
~200 km range means this is strictly a city car. No long highway runs
Stiffer suspension than the regular Tiago means you feel more of the road. Bad roads are felt
Power tapers off after 100 km/h; top speed of just 120 km/h
No spare tyre, you will have to make do with a puncture repair kit. We suggest buying a spare
Some misses such as "P" mode on the shifter, alloy wheels, adjustable rear headrests, etc.
Rear headroom is tight. Also, a rare Tata car that cannot seat 5 (best for 4 adults)
Tata's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
It's a brand-new technology, so there will be issues & niggles
Review Link Citroen eC3
What you'll like:
Funky-looking electric hatchback. Crossover styling cues will appeal to the masses
Real world range of ~200 km is good enough for city driving and urban commutes
Zero emissions, cheap fuel costs, no gears, light controls & compact size make it an ideal city car
Sorted handling characteristics, due to the lower center of gravity
Good-looking cabin that is practical too
315-litre boot is very usable and fits a 15-inch spare wheel underneath
10-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Now gets connected car tech as well
Lots of customization options and accessories to make your car truly unique
What you won't:
56 BHP motor isn't very fun-to-drive. Top speed is limited to just 107 km/h
200 km range makes the eC3 strictly a city car. Not ideal for long-distance travelling
No fast AC home charging even as an option. Either wait 10 hours or find a DC fast charger nearby
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, brand new tech could mean niggles, range anxiety)
Quality of cabin materials doesnt feel great; cost-cutting is pretty evident in certain areas
Missing plenty of features adjustable regeneration, climate control, wireless charging etc.
Cabin width makes the interiors suitable for 4 adults, not 5
Long-term reliability & after-sales service quality are big unknowns; dealer network is tiny
Review Link MG Comet EV
What you'll like:
An affordable EV that focuses on personal mobility
Ultra-compact size, light steering and small turning radius make it perfect for crowded cities
A well-built hatchback that doesnt feel cheap
Real world range should be 150 160 km which is enough for an urban commuter
Adjustable drive modes and selectable regen braking are useful in various driving conditions
Zero emissions, cheap running costs & green image will appeal to a lot of people
Good-looking cabin that has adequate space for 4 people to drive around town
Tech includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, connected car benefits, a cool starting procedure (no button to press), digital key sharing, etc.
Good feature list includes LED headlamps, indirect TPMS, keyless entry, split folding rear seat, reverse parking camera with sensors, etc.
Plenty of customization options and accessories to make your car truly
What you won't:
Weird, funky styling may not appeal to everyone
Not for people who want to do highway runs. This car is strictly for the city only
2-door design means difficult rear seat access. Also, it is a 4-seater, not 5
41 BHP motor isnt fun-to-drive
Can be used only as the 2nd or 3rd car of the house. Surely not your primary vehicle
Zero boot space with all the seats up. Youll have to fold the rear seats if you want to carry any luggage
No DC fast charging or even AC fast charging options. Just home charging is available which takes 7 hours for a full charge (10 80% in 5 hours)
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, range anxiety, setting up home charging etc.)
Missing features like seat height adjustment (tall drivers would want to lower the seat), rear washer and wiper, spare wheel!!
2-speaker sound system is just sad
Review Link Tata Tigor.EV
What you'll like:
A competent EV package at an affordable starting price
Zero emissions, cheap running costs & green image will appeal to a lot of people
Real-world range of ~200 km is adequate for city commutes & urban dwellers
Peppy behaviour in "S" mode! "D" mode is rather tame though
Sorted road manners due to the lower center-of-gravity & firmer suspension
Well-designed interiors are likeable & user-friendly
Features like the 8-speaker Harman audio system, projector headlamps, connected car tech & more
Solid build & construction. 4-star GNCAP safety rating is commendable
What you won't:
A stiff 5-lakh rupees more expensive than the Tigor Petrol AMT
Punch EV is superior & not that far away in terms of pricing
~200 km range means this is strictly a city car. No long highway runs
Stiffer suspension than the regular Tigor means you feel more of the road. Bad roads are felt
Power tapers off after 100 km/h; top speed of just 120 km/h
Smaller 316L boot (regular Tigor = 419L) due to the intrusive spare tyre
A rare Tata car that cannot seat 5 (best for 4 adults)
Tata's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
It's a brand-new technology, so there will be issues & niggles
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, range anxiety, setting up home charging etc.)
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