Over the next year and a half, India’s electric vehicle market is poised for a complete shift. Not one or two, but six highly interesting electric cars are expected to arrive, creating a lineup that looks genuinely exciting. The arrivals include Mahindra’s Scorpio EV, Tata’s most premium electric model yet, a seven-seater SUV with around 700 km of range, an affordable mini electric SUV priced near ₹10 lakh, a proper hardcore electric off-roader, and an SUV from the world’s largest EV manufacturer expected around the ₹20 lakh mark.
Mahindra Scorpio EV. While the company has not revealed extensive official details, it has confirmed that work on this model and the Bolero EV has been .underway since 2023. If the production version matches the rendered images circulating online, the Scorpio EV could become a proper global product for Mahindra rather than an India-only offering. The design is expected to stay true to the Scorpio’s identity—boxy, rugged and unmistakable—because the name itself carries strong DNA that buyers recognise. Battery options are likely to include 59 kWh and 79 kWh packs, delivering a realistic range of roughly 500 to 600 km. These batteries are already well tested, so reliability should not be a concern. Lower variants will offer rear-wheel drive as standard, while higher ones will add all-wheel drive, ensuring that the off-road capability associated with the Scorpio name remains intact. A realistic launch window falls within the next two years.
Next comes the VinFast VF3. Though it looks compact, it could prove a sensible choice for Indian buyers. Unlike the MG Comet, which is more of a hatchback, the VF3 presents itself as a proper mini SUV with boxy styling, high ground clearance and solid road presence. It is expected to use an 18.6 kWh battery offering a realistic range of around 250 km. That figure may appear modest at first glance, yet it suits the car’s intended purpose of daily city commuting, office runs or college trips rather than long highway journeys. Fast charging capability allows a 10 to 70 percent top-up in about 36 minutes. Pricing is anticipated between ₹7 and ₹10 lakh, positioning it as a strong rival to the MG Comet and Tata Tiago EV if VinFast manages to keep costs competitive.
The Tata Safari EV has been one of the most anticipated models ever since the Harrier EV arrived. Its overall design will closely follow the regular Safari, with EV-specific updates such as a closed grille, new alloy wheels and other cosmetic changes. Battery options of 65 kWh and 75 kWh should deliver 500 to 550 km of range, and Tata may introduce a larger 85 kWh pack that could push the figure closer to 700 km. Lower variants will use rear-wheel drive, while higher ones gain dual-motor all-wheel drive for improved off-road ability and stronger acceleration. The feature list is expected to mirror the Harrier EV’s premium offerings, including dual screens, Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, front and rear ventilated seats, wireless charging and even summon mode that lets the car move forward or backward via remote. Prices are likely to start around ₹22–23 lakh and stretch to ₹32–33 lakh at the top end. Production is set to begin in August, with a Diwali launch looking probable.
BYD, often underestimated by those who still view it merely as a Chinese brand, ranks among the world’s largest EV manufacturers and leads in several technology areas. Its smallest model, the Atto 2, has already been spotted testing in India. Roughly the size of a Hyundai Creta, it will compete in the same segment. Battery packs of 45 kWh and 51 kWh should handle both city driving and comfortable highway trips. Pricing is expected between ₹17 and ₹22–23 lakh, with a launch possible within the next year.
Tata’s Avinya represents a more ambitious step. Just as Toyota has Lexus and Mercedes has Maybach, Tata aims to enter the premium electric segment with this model. Developed in partnership with China’s Chery Automobiles—which already collaborates with Jaguar Land Rover—the Avinya will sit on Chery’s Free Lander platform. This collaboration should bring advanced technology and a quicker path to market. The design, judging by the concept, points to a futuristic coupe-SUV silhouette with premium proportions and strong road presence. Front and rear will feature Tata’s new LED “T” logo, while the overall look draws clear inspiration from Range Rover. The interior is expected to follow suit with a Range Rover-inspired dashboard and steering wheel that incorporate Tata’s latest branding. Battery options of 65 kWh, 75 kWh and 85 kWh could deliver range figures approaching 700 km. A launch toward the end of 2027 seems realistic, with pricing starting in the ₹35–40 lakh region, reflecting its premium positioning.
Finally there is Mahindra’s Vision T, the concept that points toward a future Thar EV. Despite frequent speculation about an early launch, the project still appears closer to a design study than a production-ready vehicle, and road testing has not yet begun. Anyone genuinely waiting for a Thar EV should plan around a 2028 timeline. Mahindra has already shown that its production models can stay remarkably faithful to concepts. If the company delivers a Thar EV that captures the presence of the Vision T, it could become one of India’s most striking electric SUVs.
These six models together signal a broadening of India’s electric vehicle choices across budgets, body styles and use cases. From affordable city runabouts to rugged off-roaders and premium long-range SUVs, the next couple of years look set to deliver something for almost every kind of buyer.
