Maruti to Launch Affordable EV in 2026!
India’s most trusted carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, is gearing up to launch its first affordable electric vehicle (EV) by early 2026, and it’s already creating buzz among middle-class buyers.
With EV adoption rising and petrol prices showing no signs of slowing down, Maruti’s move signals a major shift in the Indian auto landscape.
🔋 What We Know So Far
Maruti’s upcoming EV is expected to be:
Priced between ₹8–10 lakh (ex-showroom)
Designed specifically for urban and semi-urban Indian roads
Powered by a range of 250–300 km per charge
Equipped with basic smart features and fast-charging support
The EV is being developed in partnership with Toyota, using their EV platform and battery tech.
🧠 Why This Is Big News for Indian Buyers
Unlike premium EVs like Tata Nexon EV, MG ZS EV, or Hyundai Kona, Maruti’s electric car will be focused on affordability, practicality, and high mileage per charge, making it perfect for:
Daily office commuters
Budget-conscious families
First-time car buyers switching from petrol/diesel
🏭 Made in India, for India
The EV will be manufactured at Maruti’s Gujarat facility, with a focus on:
Localized battery assembly
Cost-effective electric drivetrain
High-volume production to reduce costs
Maruti also plans to strengthen its EV service network and charging tie-ups before the official rollout.
🔋 Charging & Range Highlights (Expected)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Range per charge | 250–300 km |
| Battery pack | ~25–30 kWh |
| Charging time | 50% in 45 mins (fast charger) |
| Home charging | ~6–8 hours full charge |
| Warranty | 8 years (battery), 3 years (vehicle) |
💬 Industry Experts Say…
Ravi Bhatnagar, Auto Analyst at EV India Daily:
“This will be a breakthrough. If Maruti keeps the price under ₹10 lakh, it could become India’s bestselling EV in months.”
🚗 Is the Indian EV Market Ready?
India has already seen a 43% YoY increase in EV sales (2024–2025). With improving infrastructure, subsidies, and rising fuel costs, the market is ripe for:
Compact city EVs
Efficient two-wheelers and hatchbacks
Affordable long-term ownership
Maruti’s entry may push other brands like Hyundai, Renault, and Kia to release their own affordable EVs.
🔚 Final Thoughts
The Maruti EV could be the turning point for India’s EV revolution — bringing electric mobility to the masses, not just the metro elite.