Tata Motors is currently the largest seller of electric cars in the country. The company has introduced a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) program to make EVs available to more customers. Under this scheme, buyers can reduce initial expenses by keeping the battery cost separate from the price of the car and pay for the battery on a usage basis (approximately ₹2.6 per km). With this, electric cars have come closer to petrol-diesel models.
Tata Tiago EV and Tata Punch EV are the two most affordable models that come with this scheme. Tiago EV is the most affordable option in the hatchback segment, while Punch EV offers more range and features as a compact SUV. Both models come with updated design, better features, stronger safety and better charging capacity. These cars are perfect for everyday driving in cities and help reduce range anxiety. Come, let us know the details of their price, battery, motor and range.
Tata Tiago EV
Non-BaaS prices range from ₹6.99 lakh (Smart 19.2kWh) to ₹9.99 lakh (Creative+ 24kWh). Base variant with BaaS starts at ₹4.69 lakh + ₹2.6/km. The design has an updated front, swept-back LED headlamps, connected tail-lamps and a monolithic look. The interiors are dual-tone (grey-black), which include a floating 10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, fabric upholstery and rear AC vents.
Features include wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, auto climate control, cruise control, 360-degree camera, connected car tech and wireless charger. Safety includes standard 6 airbags, ABS+EBD, ESC, hill-hold assist and TPMS. The batteries are 19.2kWh (61-62 hp, 110 Nm, 226 km MIDC range) and 24kWh (75 hp, 114 Nm, 285 km). DC fast charging allows 10-80% charge in just 35 minutes.
Tata Punch EV
Non-BaaS prices range from ₹9.69 lakh (Smart 30kWh) to ₹12.59 lakh (Empowered+S 40kWh). Available from BaaS for base ₹6.49 lakh + ₹2.6/km. The design includes revised bumper, LED DRL, cleaner look and new color options. The interior comes with a dual-tone, 10.25-inch touchscreen and digital display. Features include wireless connectivity, ventilated seats (top), sunroof, 360 camera, cruise control and iRA connected tech.
Safety features include 6 airbags, ESC, ABS, EPB, hill-hold/descent and TPMS as standard. The batteries are 30 kWh (approx. 88 PS, 154 Nm, 365-375 km ARAI) and 40 kWh (129 PS, 468 km ARAI). 65 kW DC charging allows 20-80% charge in just 26 minutes. Lifetime battery warranty is also available on 40kWh.
