Hyundai Motor India Limited has taken a bold and customer-friendly step in the electric vehicle market by introducing Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) for the much-loved CRETA Electric. This innovative model allows customers to purchase the premium electric SUV at a significantly reduced upfront price, starting at just ₹10.99 lakhs.This move is set to make premium electric mobility more accessible and affordable for Indian buyers.
With Battery-as-a-Service, customers can now own the Hyundai CRETA Electric without paying for the high-cost battery pack upfront. Instead, they subscribe to the battery through a convenient pay-per-use model.Key Highlights of the BaaS Offer:
- Battery EMI starting at just ₹3.9 per kilometre — Pay only for what you use, making running costs highly predictable and transparent.
- Massive reduction in upfront cost — The CRETA Electric is now available at a starting price of ₹10.99 lakhs (ex-showroom), dramatically lowering the entry barrier for a premium electric SUV.
- Greater accessibility to electric mobility for a wider range of Indian customers.
Along with the groundbreaking BaaS model, Hyundai has introduced several premium additions to further elevate the ownership experience:
- Integrated Side Foot Step → Newly added for enhanced convenience and a stronger, more premium SUV stance. It makes entry and exit easier, especially for elderly passengers and children.
- 7.4 kW AC Wall Box Charger → Now offered as standard with Home Charger (HC) variants, based on strong customer demand. This enables faster and more convenient home charging.
Hyundai’s BaaS model addresses one of the biggest concerns in the EV market — high upfront purchase cost — while giving customers flexibility, peace of mind, and lower initial ownership costs.Whether you drive 1,000 km or 3,000 km a month, the per-kilometre battery subscription ensures you only pay for actual usage, making the CRETA Electric one of the smartest and most affordable premium EVs in its segment.
With BaaS, integrated side steps, faster home charging solutions, and a starting price of ₹10.99 lakhs, the Hyundai CRETA Electric is now more desirable than ever.This strategic move by Hyundai is expected to accelerate mass adoption of electric SUVs in India by making premium EVs accessible to a much larger audience.
