India’s electric passenger vehicle market recorded 36,593 dispatches in August 2026, registering 85% YoY growth. The Mahindra 9S emerged as the best-selling EV with 4,508 units, narrowly ahead of the Tata Punch EV at 4,430 units.

India’s electric car market recorded 36,593 unit dispatches in August 2026, up 84.9% YoY. Tata retained the top position with 16,042 units and 43.8% market share, while Mahindra more than doubled volumes to 8,313 units.

With crude oil above $100 a barrel, we compare petrol, CNG, strong hybrid and EV running costs in India. See which powertrain costs the least per kilometre and how monthly and annual expenses compare.

Tata Punch EV prices have increased by ₹10,000 to ₹20,000. The electric SUV now costs between ₹9.79 lakh and ₹12.99 lakh, ex-showroom.

BMW has launched the facelifted 7 Series and i7 in India, with prices starting at ₹1.95 crore. The locally assembled i7 50 xDrive offers a claimed 728km WLTP range.

VinFast has strengthened its NCR presence with a new 11,500 sq. ft. 3S showroom in Sector 63, Noida. The facility showcases the VF 6 and VF 7 while offering sales, service and spare-parts support.

India’s electric passenger vehicle registrations reached 30,051 units in August 2026, growing 53.1% year-on-year despite an 11.1% monthly decline. Tata Motors maintained a commanding 43.8% market share, while Mahindra remained second and VinFast climbed to fourth place.

Range Rover Electric order books are now open in India. The luxury electric SUV offers a 118.5 kWh battery, up to 600 km of WLTP range, 405 kW and 850 Nm, along with a 22-minute rapid-charging claim

VinFast has reportedly suspended deeper localisation work for the VF 3, VF 6 and VF 7 while reassessing costs. The company’s Tamil Nadu plant remains operational, and assembly and sales of the VF 6 and VF 7 will continue.

JSW Motors is preparing for a major India entry, with retail sales expected to begin in January 2027. The company plans at least four new-energy vehicles by October 2027 across PHEV, strong hybrid, range-extender and battery-electric powertrains.

Tata Motors has recorded nearly 3X growth in EV bookings over six months, but production capacity is restricting deliveries. With record July sales and an expanding EV portfolio, supply may now be Tata’s biggest challenge.

Hyundai has confirmed an aggressive 26-product India launch and refresh programme through 2030. The roadmap includes an India-developed electric SUV launching in Q4 2026, new ICE SUVs, EVs and hybrids, along with major localisation and manufacturing expansion.

Suzuki has revealed the production-oriented e Sky electric kei car with a claimed 310 km range, 1,030 kg kerb weight, V2L capability and a 10.1-inch touchscreen ahead of its Japan launch in autumn 2026.

The upcoming MG Hector Tomahawk EV has been spotted completely undisguised during a promotional shoot in Pune, revealing its production-ready three-row SUV design ahead of its expected India debut.

Electric cars raced ahead of strong hybrids in India during H1 2026, recording 1,48,023 sales against 57,885 hybrids. We analyse the top-selling EVs and hybrids, model-wise growth and why the gap is widening.

India’s luxury electric car market registered 701 units in July 2026, growing 59.3% year-on-year. BMW retained the top position with 368 registrations and a 52.5% market share, while Tesla surged to third place with 115 units.

India's electric passenger vehicle market registered 32,036 units in July 2026, marking an impressive 82.9% YoY growth. Tata Motors dominated with a 42.5% market share, while Mahindra recorded 125.7% YoY growth and strengthened its second position.

MG has launched the limited-run M9 and Cyberster Couture Editions in collaboration with designer Gaurav Gupta. Prices start at ₹84.94 lakh, with production limited to 50 units each.

Kia India has opened pre-bookings for the Syros EV at ₹25,000. Offered with 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh battery options, the electric SUV delivers an ARAI-certified range of up to 526 km, 171 PS and 10–80% fast charging in 39 minutes.

The MG GO! Concept has made its global debut at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The compact five-door electric supermini previews a production model expected in 2027 and could eventually be named the MG2.