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The luxury car is changing shape in India. In 2026, electrification has moved firmly into the premium segment, with some of the world's biggest luxury marques like Porsche, Mercedes, BMW and others, introducing new EVs that combine long-range capability with the performance, technology and refinement expected at the top end of the market. From the sleek Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric to the formidable Porsche Cayenne Electric, here are 5 luxury electric cars launched in India in 2026 worth knowing about.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric arrived in India in April 2026, becoming the brand’s new entry point in the country. The CLA 250+ Long Range uses an 85.5kWh battery and has a claimed WLTP range of up to 792km. It is based on Mercedes-Benz’s MMA platform and uses an 800V electrical architecture.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric Price in India: ₹56.50 lakh onwards.
The Porsche Cayenne Electric made its India debut on September 30, 2026, with customer deliveries beginning in the country. Porsche had announced the model’s India pricing and opened bookings earlier, so the September date marks its formal arrival in the Indian market rather than the initial price announcement. The standard Cayenne Electric uses a 113kWh battery and dual-motor all-wheel drive, producing up to 442PS with Launch Control. Porsche claims a range of up to 642km. The range-topping Cayenne Turbo Electric takes performance considerably further, producing up to 1,156PS with Launch Control and completing 0–100kph in a claimed 2.5 seconds.
Porsche Cayenne Electric Price in India: ₹1.77 crore onwards.
BMW introduced the i5 Long Wheelbase in September 2026, with the electric sedan locally produced at the company’s Chennai plant. It gets an 81.6kWh battery and a claimed 669km MIDC range, while its rear-mounted motor produces 268hp and 410Nm. The 0–100kph sprint takes a claimed 6.7 seconds.
The extended wheelbase also gives rear passengers more space, adding to its chauffeur-friendly character.
BMW i5 Long Wheelbase Price in India: ₹79.60 lakh.
BMW’s flagship electric sedan received a major update in September 2026 with the new BMW i7. The i7 50 xDrive produces 455hp and uses a 112.5kWh battery, with a claimed 728km WLTP range.
Inside, the updated sedan gets BMW’s latest Panoramic iDrive, a 17.9-inch central display and the signature 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen for rear passengers.
BMW i7 Price in India: ₹1.95 crore onwards.
The Lexus ES 500e became the Japanese luxury marque’s first fully electric model in India when the eighth-generation ES launched in March 2026. Its 74.68kWh battery powers two electric motors producing a combined 343hp and 438Nm, while Lexus claims a range of 580km.
The luxury sedan also gets a 14-inch touchscreen, Mark Levinson audio and a 2,950mm wheelbase, keeping the focus firmly on comfort.
Lexus ES 500e Price in India: ₹91.20 lakh.
The latest launches show that electric luxury in India is no longer confined to one type of car. From the long-range Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric and spacious BMW i5 Long Wheelbase to the technology-focused Lexus ES 500e, flagship BMW i7 and performance-driven Porsche Cayenne Electric, the segment now spans multiple interpretations of premium motoring. With more luxury EVs on the horizon, 2026 marks an important chapter in India’s shift towards electric mobility.
Note: Prices mentioned are ex-showroom prices in India.
