Top 5 Budget-Friendly EVs for City Commute : Are you tired of paying expensive petrol bills and dodging through suffocating traffic? 2025 could be that magical year when it’s finally time to get electric. Small, smart, and cheap electric vehicles (EVs) brought much more comfort and cost-effectiveness in commuting and did fantastic wonders in cities, designed particularly for short distances, easy parking, and low running costs.
These cool electric vehicles are quite useful for everyday office trips, grocery shopping, and drops off at school. If you want to jump on the EV ship while still being budget conscious, here are the top five pocket-friendly electric cars for commuting in the city in 2025.
Tata Tiago EV
Starting at around ₹7 lakh (ex-showroom), Tata Tiago EV is one of the most affordable and reliable electric cars in India. It offers a 250 km range with fast charging support and practicality in real-world driving. It has a screen, automatic AC, and adequate boot space. It is compact and just right for everyday commuting within congested urban traffic.
MG Comet EV
The funky two-door design of this EV makes it one of the coolest and most urban-friendly vehicles on sale today. MG Comet EV priced at around ₹6.9 lakhs gives a decent range of close to 230 km. It has a number of tech features including a voice command. Its size is perfect for tight-parking spots and narrow streets.
Citroën ë-C3
A hybrid hatchback priced around ₹11 lakh, the ë-C3 Citroën has a pretty different take overall, along with that French comfort. Claimed at a range of about 320 km, this hatchback misses out on fast charging in low variants but has ride quality and practicality for towns instead.
Tata Punch EV
Tata Punch EV is an SUV styling brought into the introductory price of under ₹11 lakh. Among the range are up to 315 km, high ground clearance, and a lot of modern features. It’s a great option for someone who wants a small car really loaded with personality.
Expected Mahindra e2o NXT
It is thought that Mahindra is gearing up for a new version of the e2o with this re-entry. Most probably, it will be under ₹8 lakh, as per estimates. It is said to be city-focused, hence will be compact in size but have good range and user-friendly features suitable for a short trip.