Best Electric SUVs Under 25 Lakhs in India 2026

A few years ago, spending Rs 25 lakh on an electric SUV in India meant compromising. The cars came with limited range, slow charging, basic features, and the constant anxiety of wondering where the next charger was.

In 2026, Rs 25 lakh gets you an electric SUV with 400+ km of real-world range, 5-star safety ratings, Level 2 ADAS, and in some cases, charging speeds that rival cars in higher segments too. The segment has matured faster than most buyers expected, and the competition between brands has pushed the value on offer to a point where picking the right one genuinely requires a detailed comparison.

This guide covers 7 best electric SUVs available under Rs 25 lakh in India that you can consider buying in 2026.

Top Picks at a Glance

Each SUV on this list earns its place differently. The short version:

• Best all-round pick: Maruti e Vitara — only 5-star Bharat NCAP electric SUV starting under ₹16 lakh (₹15.99 Lakh, 49 kWh) with 100 kW DC fast charging and India's largest service network at 5,780+ touchpoints across 3,000+ cities
• Best independently verified real-world range: Tata Harrier EV 75 kWh — 438 km in a CarWale full-charge-to-zero test, from ₹24.99 Lakh
• Fastest DC charging in this segment: Mahindra BE 6 / XEV 9e — 175 kW peak, 20% to 80% in ~20 minutes
• Best real-world efficiency per kWh: Hyundai Creta Electric 51.4 kWh — 432 km from a 51.4 kWh battery in Autocar India's long-range test
• Largest boot space: Mahindra XEV 9e — 663-litre boot + 150-litre frunk from ₹21.90 Lakh
• Most advanced ADAS: Mahindra BE 6 / XEV 9e — Level 2+ Mobileye EyeQ6 with drowsiness detection and highway driving assist from base variant
• Cheapest entry overall: Tata Nexon EV — ₹12.49 Lakh ex-showroom (30 kWh Mid Range)
• Widest service network: Maruti e Vitara — 5,780+ NEXA touchpoints, 3.8x larger than the next-largest brand on this list

The full ranking follows below.

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7 Best Electric SUVs in India Under 25 Lakhs in 2026

Car	Starting Price	Battery	ARAI Range	Real-World Range	DC Fast Charge (0–80%)
Maruti e Vitara	₹15.99 Lakh	49 kWh	440 km	~380–400 km	~45 min
Mahindra BE 6	₹18.89 Lakh	59 kWh	535 km	~380–400 km	~20 min
Tata Harrier EV	₹21.49 Lakh	65 kWh	538 km	~438 km	~25 min
Hyundai Creta Electric	₹18.02 Lakh	42 kWh	420 km	~432 km	~58 min
Tata Curvv EV	₹16.99 Lakh	55 kWh	502 km	~365 km	~40 min
Mahindra XEV 9e	₹21.90 Lakh	59 kWh	542 km	~350–380 km	~20 min
Tata Nexon EV	₹12.49 Lakh	30 kWh	275 km	~220–240 km	~40 min

Range and charging figures are for the base battery variant available under Rs 25 lakh. The Tata Harrier EV's 75 kWh pack at ₹24.99 lakh and the Mahindra BE 6's 79 kWh pack at ₹23.50 lakh also fit under the budget at higher prices.

1. Maruti e Vitara

Best for: First-time EV buyers who want the lowest-priced 5-star Bharat NCAP electric SUV (₹15.99 Lakh) backed by India's largest service network and 100 kW DC fast charging — the strongest in this price bracket.

The e Vitara arrived at a time when Indian buyers had been waiting for Maruti to make its move into the EV space. Sold through NEXA dealerships, it is available with a 49 kWh and a 61 kWh battery. The 49 kWh variant delivers 440 km ARAI-claimed range, while the 61 kWh extends it to 543 km. Both support 100 kW DC fast charging, which puts it ahead of most rivals in this price range where 50–70 kW is the norm.

There's also a BaaS option that makes the e Vitara one of the most financially accessible EVs in India, with an effective starting price of Rs 10.99 lakh. Add to that a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, 7 airbags standard across all variants, and access to 6,700+ public chargers through the Tata Power partnership, and the case for the e Vitara is built less on excitement and more on substance.

Price range: ₹15.99 Lakh – ₹20.01 Lakh (ex-showroom) | ₹10.99 Lakh – ₹14.51 Lakh (BaaS) Visit nexaexperience.com for the full list.

A note on BaaS: BaaS, or Battery-as-a-Service, lets you buy the car without paying for the battery upfront. Instead, you pay a per-km usage fee of Rs 3.99/km for the 49 kWh pack and Rs 4.39/km for the 61 kWh pack. This brings the starting price down to Rs 10.99 lakh. It works best if you drive under 1,200 km a month.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 144 PS (49 kWh) / 174 PS (61 kWh), FWD
• Boot space: 310 litres (expandable with 40:20:40 split rear seats)
• Seating: 5
• Bharat NCAP: 5 Star
• Airbags: 7 (standard across all variants)
• ADAS: Level 2 (from Zeta variant)

Why It Makes the List:

• 100 kW DC fast charging is the strongest in its price bracket
• 5,780+ service touchpoints across nearly 3,000 cities — the widest ownership support network available for any EV in India
• First electric SUV in India to earn a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating
• BaaS brings the effective starting price to Rs 10.99 lakh, the lowest entry point for an EV SUV in India
• 7 airbags standard across all variants including the base Delta

Warranty: 8 years / 1,60,000 km on battery and motor. 3 years standard on the vehicle, extendable up to 8 years.

2. Mahindra BE 6

Best for: Buyers who want the fastest DC charging in this segment (175 kW, 20 minutes to 80%) and the most advanced ADAS available under ₹25 lakh.

The BE 6 is not a conventional electric SUV. It is a coupe-SUV with a rear-wheel drive setup, a 59 kWh base battery, and 175 kW DC fast charging, even from the base Pack One at Rs 18.89 lakh. The 79 kWh pack, which delivers 682 km ARAI-claimed range and 449 km in a real-world test by Autocar India, is available from Rs 23.50 lakh. The Level 2+ ADAS system powered by Mobileye EyeQ6 includes drowsiness detection, highway driving assist, and remote park features that are typically reserved for cars costing significantly more. The lifetime battery warranty for first-time private owners is one of the strongest warranty commitments in this segment.

Price range: ₹18.89 Lakh – ₹26.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) Visit mahindraelectricsuv.com for the full list.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 228 PS (59 kWh) / 281 PS (79 kWh), RWD
• Boot space: 455 litres + 45-litre frunk
• Seating: 5
• Bharat NCAP: 5 Star
• Airbags: 7
• ADAS: Level 2+ (Mobileye EyeQ6, standard from Pack One)

Why It Makes the List:

• 175 kW DC fast charging reaches 80% in just 20 minutes
• Level 2+ ADAS with drowsiness detection and highway driving assist available from the base variant
• 79 kWh battery option available at ₹23.50 lakh, the largest battery under ₹25 lakh
• The only RWD electric SUV available under Rs 25 lakh in India

Warranty: Lifetime battery warranty for first-time private owners (15 years). 10 years / 2,00,000 km on ownership change.

3. Tata Harrier EV

Best for: Buyers who want the best independently verified real-world range under ₹25 lakh — 438 km in a CarWale full-charge-to-zero test, plus the only AWD option on this list.

The Harrier EV is Tata's most complete electric SUV and is a family-ready car on this list. It comes with 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery options, with the 75 kWh Fearless+ 75 variant available at Rs 24.99 lakh. In a real-world range test by CarWale, the 75 kWh QWD variant returned 438 km driven from full charge to zero. The 120 kW DC fast charger gets it to 80% in about 25 minutes. The cabin is feature-loaded with boss mode for rear passengers, panoramic sunroof with voice control, 14.53-inch Samsung Neo QLED display, JBL Dolby Atmos sound system, and a 540-degree surround view system. It is also the only car on this list to offer AWD.

Price range: ₹21.49 Lakh – ₹28.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) Visit ev.tatamotors.com for the full list.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 238 PS (RWD) / 313 PS (AWD)
• Boot space: 502 litres + 67-litre frunk
• Seating: 5
• Bharat NCAP: 5 Star
• Airbags: 7
• ADAS: Level 2 (from Empowered 75 variant)

Why It Makes the List:

• Impressive real-world range at 438 km from an independent test driven to zero
• 502-litre boot plus 67-litre frunk is a practical storage setup for a family on a long trip
• Boss mode, panoramic sunroof with voice control, and JBL Dolby Atmos make the cabin genuinely premium at this price
• 120 kW DC fast charging is the second fastest on this list

Warranty: Specific battery warranty terms available at Tata dealerships. Confirm before purchase.

4. Hyundai Creta Electric

Best for: Buyers who want the best real-world efficiency per kWh and Highway Driving Assist for expressway commuting.

The Creta Electric brings one of the most recognised nameplates into the EV space, available with 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh batteries. The 51.4 kWh variants start from Rs 19.99 lakh. In Autocar India's real-world range test, the 51.4 kWh variant returned 432 km. The cabin is well-appointed with ventilated and heated seats, a panoramic sunroof, dual 10.25-inch screens, and Highway Driving Assist that manages both speed and lane centering simultaneously on expressways. The 50 kW DC charging at 58 minutes to 80% is the slowest on this list and is the one area where the Creta Electric gives ground to its rivals.

Price range: ₹18.02 Lakh – ₹24.69 Lakh (ex-showroom) Visit hyundai.com/in for the full list.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 135 PS (42 kWh) / 171 PS (51.4 kWh), FWD
• Boot space: 433 litres
• Seating: 5
• Euro NCAP: 5 Star (Bharat NCAP not tested yet)
• Airbags: 6
• ADAS: Level 2 (from Premium variant)

Why It Makes the List:

• 432 km real-world range from a 51.4 kWh battery — the best efficiency per kWh on this list
• Highway Driving Assist simultaneously manages speed and lane position
• Ventilated and heated seats, panoramic sunroof, and a refined cabin
• 433-litre boot is the second largest among compact EVs on this list
• Strong Hyundai dealer network with wide presence across Indian cities

Warranty: Warranty terms vary by variant. Confirm with your nearest Hyundai dealer before purchase.

5. Tata Curvv EV

Best for: Buyers who want a distinctive coupe-SUV design and the largest boot in this price band (500 litres) at a sub-₹17 lakh entry price.

The Curvv EV is Tata's answer to buyers who want something more distinctive than a conventional SUV without paying a premium for it. It is India's first coupe-SUV in the electric space and comes exclusively with the 55 kWh battery across three SeriesX variants, starting from Rs 16.99 lakh for the Accomplished X 55. The 502 km ARAI-claimed range drops to around 365 km in real-world conditions, which is the lowest on this list. But where the Curvv EV excels is on features: a 500-litre boot with an 11.6-litre frunk, V2L and V2V charging, a panoramic sunroof, and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating.

Price range: ₹16.99 Lakh – ₹19.19 Lakh (ex-showroom) Visit ev.tatamotors.com for the full list.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 167 PS / 280 Nm, FWD (55 kWh)
• Boot space: 500 litres + 11.6-litre frunk
• Seating: 5
• Bharat NCAP: 5 Star
• Airbags: 6
• ADAS: Level 2 (top variant only)

Why It Makes the List:

• Largest boot space in this price band at 500 litres + 11.6-litre frunk
• Only coupe-SUV body style available in this price range
• V2L and V2V charging on higher variants
• Lifetime battery warranty for first-time private owners

Warranty: Lifetime high-voltage battery warranty for first-time private owners from date of first registration.

6. Mahindra XEV 9e

Best for: Buyers who want the largest combined storage on this list (663-litre boot + 150-litre frunk) plus Level 2+ ADAS and 175 kW fast charging.

The XEV 9e is the most practical of the two Mahindra entries on this list. It is a larger, more family-oriented car compared to the BE 6, with the biggest boot space on this list at 663 litres and an additional 150-litre frunk. It shares the same 175 kW DC fast charging and Level 2+ ADAS with the BE 6, which means drowsiness detection, highway driving assist, and remote park are all available from the base variant. The 59 kWh pack at Rs 21.90 lakh is the relevant option under Rs 25 lakh, delivering around 350–380 km of real-world range. The 79 kWh variant, which returns around 456 km in real-world conditions, starts at Rs 26.50 lakh which falls above this budget.

Price range: ₹21.90 Lakh – ₹30.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) Visit mahindraelectricsuv.com for the full list.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 228 PS / 380 Nm, RWD (59 kWh)
• Boot space: 663 litres + 150-litre frunk
• Seating: 5
• Bharat NCAP: 5 Star
• Airbags: 7
• ADAS: Level 2+ (Mobileye EyeQ6, standard from Pack One)

Why It Makes the List:

• Largest boot space on this list at 663 litres plus 150-litre frunk
• 175 kW DC fast charging reaches 80% in 20 minutes from the base variant
• Level 2+ ADAS with drowsiness detection and remote park standard from Pack One
• Reclining rear seats, rear sunblinds, and Harman Kardon audio make it the most comfortable cabin for rear passengers under Rs 25 lakh
• Lifetime battery warranty for first-time private owners

Warranty: Lifetime battery warranty for first-time private owners (15 years). 10 years / 2,00,000 km on ownership change.

7. Tata Nexon EV

Best for: Buyers under ₹15 lakh who want a proven EV SUV with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating across every variant — the only car on this list with that distinction.

The Nexon EV is the most affordable car on this list and the one with the longest track record in Indian EV ownership. Available with 30 kWh Mid Range and 45 kWh Long Range batteries, the full range sits comfortably under Rs 18 lakh. The 45 kWh pack delivers around 375 km of real-world range and charges from 10% to 80% in about 40 minutes on a 60 kW DC fast charger. It is the only car on this list with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating across every single variant including the base 30 kWh pack.

Price range: ₹12.49 Lakh – ₹17.19 Lakh (ex-showroom) Visit ev.tatamotors.com for the full list.

Specifications and Safety:

• Motor: 129 PS (30 kWh) / 145 PS (45 kWh), FWD
• Boot space: 350 litres + 11.6-litre frunk
• Seating: 5
• Bharat NCAP: 5 Star (all variants)
• Airbags: 6
• ADAS: Level 2 (top variant only)

Why It Makes the List:

• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating across all variants
• Lifetime battery warranty on 45 kWh variants from date of first registration
• V2L and V2V charging on higher variants
• Most extensive real-world ownership data of any EV on this list

Warranty: Lifetime battery warranty on 45 kWh variants from date of first registration.

Which One Should You Buy?

If you want the best all-round EV SUV under Rs 25 lakh: The Maruti e Vitara. Strong range, 100 kW fast charging, 5-star safety, and the widest service network in India at 5,780+ touchpoints. For most buyers, especially first-time EV owners, it is the most complete package in this price range.

If charging speed is the most important factor: The Mahindra BE 6 at 175 kW and 20 minutes to 80% is in a different league from everything else on this list. If you drive long distances frequently, the time saved at chargers adds up significantly.

If you have a family and need the most practical SUV: The Tata Harrier EV. Best independently verified real-world range, largest combined storage with boot and frunk, boss mode for rear passengers, and the only AWD option on this list.

If real-world efficiency matters most: The Hyundai Creta Electric's 51.4 kWh battery delivers 432 km in an independent test. The Highway Driving Assist is a genuine differentiator for buyers who spend a lot of time on expressways.

If you want the most boot space at the lowest price: The Tata Curvv EV at Rs 16.99 lakh gives you 500 litres of boot space and a 55 kWh battery. The most storage for the money in this segment.

If you want the largest boot overall: The Mahindra XEV 9e at Rs 21.90 lakh gives you 663 litres plus a 150-litre frunk, the most storage capacity in any EV under Rs 25 lakh by a wide margin.

All prices are ex-showroom and indicative as of May 2026. Verify with your nearest dealership before purchase. Range figures are ARAI-certified unless specified otherwise. Real-world range estimates are based on independent tests and owner data.