Electric cars have evolved significantly from their utilitarian roots to ultra-luxe chariots and apocalypse-ready, supercar-slaying SUVs. Here are the best ones money can buy in India.
Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge
Nothing screams exclusivity and grandeur quite like a Rolls-Royce. The Spectre marks the brand’s first foray into electric mobility, and we’re talking about the Black Badge variant that commands a jaw-dropping INR 9.5 crore (ex-showroom India), and that’s before you even open the bespoke catalogue. It’s the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever, producing 659 hp and 1,075 Nm of torque. The 0–100 kmph sprint? A swift 4.1 seconds for a near 3-tonne barge, no less. The claimed range stands between 493 and 530 km. And if one of the 44,000 exterior colours doesn’t cut it, you can always commission your shade at a price, naturally. Inside, it’s a celestial lounge, complete with 5,500 fibre optic stars spread across the dashboard and the iconic starlight headliner.
Mercedes-Benz G 580 Edition One
No car enjoys as much social media reverence as the G-Wagon by Mercedes-Benz. The G 580 Edition One brings that brute legend into the electric era and does so with panache. Priced at INR 3 crore (ex-showroom), it’s already sold out until the end of the year, cementing its status as a collector’s toy. It’s not just tough but technologically gifted, with EV-only features like the G-Turn, letting the SUV pirouette look like a tank. The claimed range is a solid 473 km. It’s a love letter to an off-road drama, now written in electrons.
Lotus Eletre 900-Series
Think the James Bond car, but with a little extra ground clearance in the Indian hills. That’s the Lotus Eletre. Available in three variants, it’s the Eletre 900-Series that steals the scene, packing 918 hp and a 0-100 kmph time of 2.9 seconds, making it one of the fastest SUVs on the planet. Sustainability meets speed: the seats are wrapped in Kvadrat, a high-end wool blend that’s 50 per cent lighter than leather, while carpets and boot liners are fashioned from 100 per cent recycled materials. The claimed range stands at 450 km (WLTP).
Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV 680 Night Series
The EQS Maybach SUV is an INR 2.63 crore dark horse that wouldn’t look out of place in a pharaoh’s palace. The dual-tone Mojave Silver and Onyx Black livery, dark chrome Maybach insignias, rose gold headlamp accents, and black Nappa leather cocoon the cabin in opulence. Inside, it’s a boutique hotel on wheels, with a 790W Burmester system and a panoramic roof. With 658 hp and a WLTP range of 611 km.
Porsche Taycan Turbo
The Porsche Taycan Turbo S is one of the finest driving machines to go electric. And, of course, being a Porsche, it’s endlessly customisable, from vegan interiors to wild paint-to-sample colours. It packs HD Matrix LED headlamps, a Bose sound system, Race-Tex roof liners, and more screens than a tech startup. With 871 hp under your foot, it demolishes 0-100 kmph in just 2.7 seconds, while still delivering a WLTP range of 582 km. This is driving nirvana with a battery pack.
Lotus Emeya R
This isn’t just another electric sports sedan. The Emeya R is a low-slung weapon, far truer to Colin Chapman’s ethos than you'd expect from a zero-emissions machine. While it starts at INR 2.34 crore, the top-spec Emeya R is so exclusive that its price is available only on request. With 905 hp and a 0-100 kmph sprint in 2.8 seconds, it’s got the numbers. The range is 435 km. Inside, you can pick between Alcantara, leather, or vegan. Tech-wise, it packs a 55-inch head-up display (yes, really) and a 15.1-inch central screen with Dolby Atmos audio. Think Blade Runner with British heritage.
BMW i7 M70
The i7 M70 is BMW’s vision of a silent, serene missile. This all-electric luxobarge gets an 8K 31.3-inch rear cinema screen, a 1,965W Bowers & Wilkins sound system, reclining massaging seats, and interiors trimmed in carbon fibre and Merino leather. The 0-100 kmph time is 3.7 seconds, and the range is up to 560 km (WLTP). Cost? INR 2.5 crore (ex-showroom). But the real question is: how will you ever go back to regular business class after this?
Audi RS e-Tron GT
The Audi RS e-Tron GT might be the more understated cousin of the Porsche Taycan, but don’t let that fool you. It’s every bit as exciting but significantly easier on the wallet. Priced at INR 2.05 crore (ex-showroom), this four-door grand tourer is a stunning mix of muscle and sophistication. It features Audi’s Matrix LED headlamps, full leather with microfiber suede upholstery, and a premium Bang & Olufsen audio system for concert-hall vibes on the go. With 646 hp on tap, it does 0-100 kmph in a blistering 3.3 seconds and delivers a claimed range of 481 km (WLTP).
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