Is it the right time to buy an EV in India? The government has also reduced the GST on electric vehicles from 12 percent to 5 percent. But still the number of people buying electric vehicles in India is very less. The problem with electric vehicles is their battery life, usually the batteries of these vehicles last for 6-7 years. However, some companies say that their electric vehicle batteries are given 8 years warranty and the battery of the vehicle is usable even after the warranty. Due to the prices of electric vehicles, lack of charging stations and many other reasons, Indian customers currently seem to be skeptical about buying electric vehicles.
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Benefit of electric vehicle
- EV is very cheap to run, low running cost is approximately 2 rupees per km. whereas the running cost of a diesel petrol vehicle is 5 rupees per km.
- Torque is much higher than petrol and diesel.
- Government provides subsidy.
- Low maintenance cost.
- Buying EV means you are promoting low pollution.
Some disadvantages of electric vehicles
- Range problem those who travel long distances have tension about the range that how far it will go. Even after accelerating high, the range starts reducing. The range also starts reducing due to heat.
- There is a need to charge it repeatedly.
- There must be grounding at home for charging.
- Charging station is also not available quickly, and you know the status of the map.
- The resale price of EV will always be less than that of a smartphone, this is practical because the battery life of EV is less every year.
Some things that will make EV better in future
- Battery swapping should be encouraged in low cost.
- Use only for local places.
- Wireless charging station near road.
- Some vehicles battery charges quickly and the battery gets damaged quickly.
- Some vehicles charge slowly and you have to wait.
Everybody starts well, the issue is to remain good till the end
AS EXAMPLE –TATA TIAGO SPECIFICATION
BATTERY
24 kWh High energy density Lithium ion battery pack –XZ+ Lux Tech LR, Electric
19.2 kWh High energy density Lithium ion battery pack – XT MR, Electric
19.2 kWh High energy density Lithium ion battery pack – XE MR, Electric
Some more things to know about electric vehicle batteries
- Battery Range – How Far Can You Go
- Charging Time – How Long Does It Take
- Battery Life – How Long Will It Last
- Maintenance – Do You Need to Worry
- Cost – How Expensive Are EV Batteries
- Second Life & Recycling – What Happens After
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Some more things to know about electric vehicle motors
- Types of EV Motors – Which One is Better?
- Power & Torque – What Does It Mean for You?
- Single Motor vs Dual Motor – Does It Matter?
- Motor Efficiency – How Does It Affect Range?
- Motor Maintenance – Is It Expensive?
- Sound & Driving Feel – What to Expect?
Electric Motor Power
55 KW
45 KW
45 KW
Multi Drive Mode
Yes
Yes
Yes
Charger Option
3.3 KW AC Charger Box
3.3 KW AC Charger Box
3.3 KW AC Charger Box
Thermal Management
Liquid cooled
Liquid cooled
Liquid cooled
Ingress protection for motor and battery pack
IP 67
IP 67
IP 67
Acceleration
0 – 60 km/h in 5.7 sec
0 – 60 km/h in 6.2 sec
0 – 60 km/h in 6.2 sec
Some more things to know about electric vehicle acceleration
- Torque Delivery
- Transmission
- 0-100 km/h Time
- Power Loss
Emission
Zero tail pipe emission
Zero tail pipe emission
Zero tail pipe emission
Drivetrain
Motor 55 KW and Torque 114 Nm
Motor 45 KW and Torque 110 Nm
Motor 45 KW and Torque 110 Nm