An Informed Look At Super Luxury EVs Available In India.
As you move up, it starts getting lonelier! The same seems to be true with the choices available in the above ₹1 Crore electric vehicle segment in India. Here’s a brief look with the stars we believe can help you make an informed decision.
Audi e-tron
Pros
- Seems to be more preferred than the iX
- Good driving experience, comfortable ride, and decent range
Cons
- Raised floor affects rear seat comfort
List Price: ₹1.02 – ₹1.25 Crore | Battery Capacity: 71kWh to 95kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 359-500km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 300km to 440km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 1.60 lakh km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
Jaguar I-Pace
Pros
- Air suspension is a great feature
- Great build quality, stunning design, and performance while driving
Cons
- Long wheelbase
- Low range
List Price: ₹1.20 – ₹1.24 Crore | Battery Capacity: 90kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 470km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 365km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 150,000km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
BMW iX
Pros
- Design attracts a lot of attention
- Very spacious and comfortable
- The iX features a double wishbone front suspension and a five-link rear axle for improved handling
Cons
- Users report heat leakage with the Electrochromic panoramic glass roof, even when set to opaque
- Security personnel may need assurance regarding the bonnet’s security features
List Price: ₹1.24 Crore | Battery Capacity: 76.6kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 425km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 340km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 1.60 lakh km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
Cons
- Limited fan base for this vehicle
- Ride quality is stiff
- Cargo space is limited
- High front end may impede driver visibility
- Stretching the budget for an EQS might be a better investment
List Price: ₹1.39 Crore | Battery Capacity: 90.56kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 525km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 440km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 150,000km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
Mercedes-Benz EQS
Pros
- Aesthetic and design that’s unique, a drastic departure from typical Mercedes designs
- Boasts a drag coefficient of 0.20Cd, among the best of any production car
- Comes with 1.3 million pixels per headlamp, a grille that lights up with tiny stars, and rear-wheel steering
- Competitive price point
Cons
- Interior quality falls short of S-class standards
- Low ground clearance
List Price: ₹1.59 Crore | Battery Capacity: 107.8kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 857km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 750km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 150,000 km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
Audi e-tron GT
Pros
• Porsche-like driving experience as it shares its platform with the Porsche Taycan
• Has matrix LED headlights with laser high beams
• A two-speed rear transmission for optimal efficiency
Cons
• Ingress and egress are challenging
• Driving range is limited
List Price: ₹1.70 – ₹1.94 Crore | Battery Capacity: 93.4kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 388km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 320km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 1.60 lakh km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
BMW i7
Pros
- The polarising style may have more detractors in reviews, but it doesn’t diminish the passenger experience
- Could be a statement vehicle for those who value luxury, forward-thinking, and early technology adoption
Cons
- High price point, even for a full-size luxury sedan
- The rear-screen, when folded down, can obstruct the driver’s rear view
List Price: ₹1.95 Crore | Battery Capacity: 101.7kWh | Range Promised (ARAI): 625km| Range Quoted By Dealers: 480km | Fast Charge Support: Yes | Battery Warranty: 8 years or 1.60 lakh km | Extended Battery Warranty Option: No
