Key Highlights
- EV industry is set to witness multiple new electric four wheeler launch
- Premium segment to be populated
- BYD, Skoda, Hyundai, and others to expand their portfolio
EV industry has seen a potential growth in India in the last few years. Auto manufacturers are working extensively on new EV technologies to cater to the rising demand. Tata and Mahindra are amongst those home-grown brands which are focusing on the affordable and mid-range EV segment, while international brands such as BYD and Skoda are planning to refresh the premium EV lineup in India. We are listing down the most premium electric cars, sedan, and SUVs that will be launched soon in the country:
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Skoda Enyaq Electric SUV
- Launch Date: February 27, 2024
- Type: Electric SUV
- Will be packed with a 77 kWh battery unit
- Expected range delivery will be around 500 km range on a full charge
- Power output will be 200 bhp, while the torque generated will be 310 Nm
- Can reach up to 179 kmph top speed
- Accelerates from 0-100 kmph in 8.5 seconds
- Advanced safety tech including ADAS
- Will also include 360-degree surveillance camera
- Will be imported via CBU route
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BYD Seal Electric Sedan
- Launch Date: March 5, 2024
- Type: Electric Sedan
- To be powered by a single PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor)
- Power delivery output to be up to 230hp, while the torque could be around 260Nm torque
- Might come with just RWD (rear wheel drive) option
- To be backed by an 82.5 kWh battery
- Will achieve up to 180 kmph top speed and accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 5.9 seconds
- To include a 10.3 digital instrument cluster and a 15.30-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Will come with multiple advance features
- CBU import confirmed
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Volkswagen ID.4 Electric SUV
- Launch Date: Late 2024
- Type: Electric coupe SUV
- Expected to come with both AWD (All Wheel Drive) and RWD (Rear Wheel Drive) options
- Top-spec ID.4 GTX model possibly launching in India
- Produces a peak power of 299 bhp
- Could feature a 77 kWh battery pack
- Expected range delivery is around 480 km per charge
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Conclusion
All of the aforementioned EV models will be amongst the most premium options in the country. Also, all three EV variants listed above will be imported in the country via CBU route which will have a significant impact on their pricing. What would be interesting to see is which of the upcoming premium EV will hit the sweet spot amongst the Indian consumers.