Key Highlights
- five electric cars on sale in India now claim 600 km or more, and most cost well under Rs. 30 lakh.
- The Mahindra BE 6 79 kWh claims the most among mainstream cars at 683 km. The luxury Mercedes GLC Electric claims up to 715 km.
- Real-world range is usually 450 to 520 km for the cars in this list.
- Pick the BE 6 for the biggest number, the Sierra EV for a trusted service network, and the XEV 9S if you need seven seats.
Six long range electric cars in India now claim more than 600 km on a single charge, and five of them are family SUVs you can buy for under Rs. 30 lakh. That is a big change from a few years ago. We lined up the six, compared claimed and real-world range, and noted what each one costs and who it suits.
Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ 79 kWh | The Range Leader
The Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ with the 79 kWh pack claims 683 km, which is the highest number for any mainstream EV on sale. Mahindra says its own testing shows over 500 km in some city conditions with the AC on, and independent estimates sit at 450 to 500 km.
It makes 282 bhp, has a 455-litre boot and can add 20 to 80% in about 20 minutes on a 180 kW DC charger. The 59 kWh version is cheaper but claims only 557 km.
| Specification | Details |
| Ex-showroom Price | Rs. 23.5 to 26.9 lakh (79 kWh variants) |
| Battery | 79 kWh |
| Claimed Range (ARAI, MIDC) | 683 km |
| Top Speed | 202 km/h |
| DC Fast Charging | About 20 minutes (20-80%) |
Mahindra XEV 9S 79 kWh | The Seven-Seater With 679 km
The Mahindra XEV 9S is the only car here that seats seven, and it still claims 679 km with the 79 kWh pack. Mahindra’s own testing points to about 500 km with the AC on, while owner estimates are closer to 450 km.
The 79 kWh versions run from Rs. 21.95 lakh to Rs. 29.45 lakh at launch pricing. A 59 kWh version claims 521 km and a 70 kWh version claims 600 km, both at lower prices.
| Specification | Details |
| Ex-showroom Price | Rs. 21.95 to 29.45 lakh (79 kWh variants) |
| Battery | 79 kWh |
| Claimed Range (ARAI) | 679 km |
| Top Speed | 202 km/h |
| DC Fast Charging | About 20 minutes (20-80%) |
Tata Sierra EV 75 kWh | Long Range With Tata’s Service Network
The Tata Sierra EV arrived at the end of June 2026, and the rear-wheel-drive 75 kWh version claims 665 km (MIDC). The all-wheel-drive version claims 624 km.
Expect around 520 km in real use, and Tata says the 75 kWh pack can add up to 263 km in 15 minutes at a fast charger. It uses an LFP battery. If you want long range from a brand with a service centre in most towns, this is the one.
| Specification | Details |
| Ex-showroom Price | From Rs. 22.19 lakh (Adventure 75) to about Rs. 26 lakh (AWD) |
| Battery | 75 kWh (LFP) |
| Claimed Range (MIDC) | 665 km (RWD), 624 km (AWD) |
| Real-World Range (estimate) | About 520 km |
| Fast Charging | Up to 263 km in 15 minutes |
Mahindra XEV 9e 79 kWh | The Premium Pick
The Mahindra XEV 9e is the bigger, more upmarket sibling of the BE 6. With the 79 kWh pack it claims 656 km, and estimates for real use run from 440 to 490 km.
The XEV 9e range starts at about Rs. 21.9 lakh for the smaller battery, and the 79 kWh versions cost more. It charges from 20 to 80% in around 20 minutes on a fast charger. Choose it over the BE 6 for the extra space and the more premium cabin.
| Specification | Details |
| Ex-showroom Price | From Rs. 21.9 lakh (range); 79 kWh costs more |
| Battery | 79 kWh |
| Claimed Range (ARAI) | 656 km |
| Motor | 210 kW |
| DC Fast Charging | About 20 minutes (20-80%) |
Tata Harrier EV 75 kWh | The One Built for Rough Roads
The Tata Harrier EV claims 627 km (MIDC) with the 75 kWh pack in rear-wheel-drive form, and 622 km with the dual-motor all-wheel-drive version. Tata’s own tests point to 480 to 505 km in real use.
It has a lifetime battery warranty, a 5-star BNCAP rating and a 205 mm ground clearance. Charging from 20 to 80% takes about 25 minutes on a 120 kW charger. The 65 kWh version is cheaper but claims only 538 km.
| Specification | Details |
| Ex-showroom Price | From Rs. 24.99 lakh (Fearless+ 75, launch price) |
| Battery | 75 kWh |
| Claimed Range (MIDC) | 627 km (RWD), 622 km (AWD) |
| Real-World Range (Tata estimate) | 480 to 505 km |
| DC Fast Charging | About 25 minutes (20-80%) |
Claimed Range vs Real-World Range
These figures come from the ARAI-certified MIDC cycle, which is a lab test at gentle speeds. On real roads, with the AC on and the car loaded, 70 to 80% of the claim is a fair rule of thumb. That puts the BE 6 and XEV 9S around 450 to 500 km, the Sierra EV around 450 to 520 km and the Harrier EV around 480 km.
Highway speed is the biggest range killer. Holding 110 to 120 km/h takes more out of the battery than city driving, so plan your charging stops with the lower number. Battery size also affects what you pay later, so see what an EV battery warranty actually covers and what EV insurance costs in India.
Conclusion: Which Long Range Electric Car Should You Buy?
| Model | Claimed Range | Battery | Best For |
| Mahindra BE 6 | 683 km | 79 kWh | The biggest range number |
| Mahindra XEV 9S | 679 km | 79 kWh | Families of five to seven |
| Tata Sierra EV | 665 km | 75 kWh | Range plus easy servicing |
| Mahindra XEV 9e | 656 km | 79 kWh | A premium, spacious cabin |
| Tata Harrier EV | 627 km | 75 kWh | Rough roads, AWD option |
For most people, the choice is between the BE 6 and the Sierra EV. Take the BE 6 if range and performance come first, and the Sierra EV if you want a wider service network. Families that need a third row should go straight to the XEV 9S.
Before you book, check what you will spend each month in our guide to EV running costs. You can also browse every electric car in India, see the best electric cars under 20 lakh, or read our list of the best 7-seater EV cars.
FAQ
1. Which electric car has the longest range in India?
Among mainstream cars it is the Mahindra BE 6 79 kWh at 683 km (ARAI). The Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric claims up to 715 km, and some other luxury EVs claim more on different test cycles.
2. Which Tata EV has the highest range?
The Tata Sierra EV 75 kWh claims 665 km (MIDC), ahead of the Harrier EV at 627 km.
3. Is the claimed range what I will actually get?
No. Plan on 70 to 80% of the claim. That means roughly 450 to 500 km from the BE 6 and XEV 9S, and 480 to 505 km from the Harrier EV by Tata’s own estimate.
4. Which long range electric car has seven seats?
The Mahindra XEV 9S is the only one on this list with a third row, and it claims 679 km with the 79 kWh pack.
5. How fast can these cars charge?
The BE 6 and XEV 9S take about 20 minutes for 20 to 80% on a fast DC charger. The Harrier EV needs about 25 minutes, and Tata says the Sierra EV can add up to 263 km in 15 minutes.
