Autocar India
•10w

I have a Hyundai Grand i10, and my daily travel is around 20 km. However, I use the car twice a day. My garage space is not very big, which is why I sold my Hyundai i20 Sportz. If I want to buy an electric car, which one would be the best fit for me?

Verified
•10w

With a 20km daily commute (twice a day) and a small garage, the Tata Tiago EV is the best fit. It is compact, easy to park and manoeuvre, and the battery size is well suited to your usage pattern. The Tiago EV is also one of the most affordable electric car on the market, which makes the switch to electric more financially sensible. It is a practical city car with low running costs and a simple ownership experience. The MG Comet is even smaller and easier to park, but it is a two-door car with limited interior and luggage space, so it is not as practical as the Tiago EV. With a smaller battery, its real-world range is far lower, meaning you will have to charge it more frequently as well. Overall, the Tiago EV strikes the best balance between size, practicality and cost for your requirements.

Tata Tiago EV

Tata Tiago EV

•10w•

@biswajit.2 Go for Tiago EV

•10w•

@biswajit.2 Go for Tiago EV because its a best combo of size, practicality & best Bang for the Buck.. (15 Years Warranty for battery).

•9w•

@biswajit.2 Go for Tiago EV because be indian buy indian

•9w•

Which two Wheeler is best 14 inch tyres in 125 cc engine

•9w•

My daily running is approximately 120/150km which car is best for city as well as highway driving

•9w•

Correction : it's LxWxH LxWxH of Tiago EV is 3825 x 1684 x 1562 mm & LxWxH of Punch EV is 3880 x 1742 x 1622 mm. Its a Difference of just a few centimeters..

•9w•

We may like many cars but cant own them for many reasons like cost, size, fuel options, etc etc.. Available Parking Space would also be one of the most important reason of them all.. In your case, since space is a constraint, measure the available space and search for a suitable car which fits the available space.. We all may suggest TiagoEV. But looking at the sizes, LxBxW of Tiago EV is 3825 x 1684 x 1562 mm & LxBxW of Punch EV is 3880 x 1742 x 1622 mm. Its a Difference of just a few centimeters.. Diff is precisely 6.5cm x 5.8cm x 6 cm. Difference is not thaaat big. If you can fit a PunchEV in your car park space, and if you can stretch your budget for a longvterm purchase (12-15 years) go for Punch than the Tiago. It'll be worth your money..

•9w•

My daily travel is 60km which car is best in below 10 lakh price range

•9w•

@vijay_shankar.1 Buy Maruti Fronx CNG - it's fuel-efficient, reliable, and has low maintenance costs. If you prefer a hatchback, the Maruti Baleno CNG is another excellent choice.

•10w•

My journey monthly 1300 km office purpose uses which car best cng or electric or petrol budget amt car

•10w•

@khasimshaik You didnt mention your budget. Depending on your budget, you can choose between EV (as it is automatic anyway) or Petrol AMT. CNG is fine if you have a filling station very close to your home with less vehicles waiting to fill up (which may not happen..) The time you waste to fill up may not be worth the savings and the power loss.

More posts on similar cars

•2d

Hi guys, I’m looking for a four-car garage that can fulfil some specific roles. I need an EV for city use in Bangalore, and I’m considering either the Tata Tiago EV or Punch EV. I also need a high-mileage family hauler, for which I’m thinking of the Toyota Innova Hycross VX(O). For a fun car for myself, I’m considering the Volkswagen Virtus GT. Finally, I want another SUV that doesn’t need to be as large as the Hycross, so I’m considering the Mahindra XUV 7XO, Kia Seltos or Mahindra BE 6. I’ll be travelling frequently between Bangalore, Hyderabad and Coimbatore, and I’m also planning a road trip across India. My overall budget for the four cars is around Rs 1-1.5 crore. I’m open to suggestions, so I’d really appreciate any recommendations. Thanks in advance!

Verified
•2d

Purely as a city runabout, get the smaller battery version of the Tata Tiago EV. It is compact, easy to drive, and is very capable commuter. Sure, the Punch EV, with its larger battery is would be our recommendation had it been your only car, but since your usage is specific, the Tiago EV makes more sense.As a high-mileage family hauler, the Toyota Innova Hycross VX (O) is a sensible choice. It is spacious, comfortable and reliable, and the hybrid powertrain will help keep running costs in check on your frequent long-distance trips between Bangalore, Hyderabad and Coimbatore. That said, if you don't plan to use the third row for adults as much, you could also consider the new Kia Sorento - diesel or hybrid, take your pick. It is a far more sophisticated, value-for-money option.The Volkswagen Virtus GT is a solid choice. It offers strong performance, a well-balanced chassis and a genuinely enjoyable driving experience. But we'd suggest you either wait till the end of the year for the facelift, or pick the updated Skoda Slavia 1.5 TSI instead, both of which will have minor cosmetic tweaks along with an upgraded air-con for better cabin cooling.The Mahindra XUV 7XO is quite a large car, which defeats its purpose since you'll already have the Hycross or Sorento. Instead opt for the Kia Seltos which is a relatively more compact alternative, with a premium interior, lengthy features list, and a refined character. Alternatively, you could consider a Toyota Hyryder hybrid too, which is even more compact, drives well, and is extremely fuel efficient.

VehicleTata Tiago EV
VehicleTata Punch EV
VehicleToyota Innova HyCross
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
VehicleVolkswagen Virtus
VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleKia Sorento
VehicleSkoda Slavia
•3d

I've been using Kia Syros from a year and I love the size, the rich cabin and how all of its electronics work fuss free. We've driven for around 5000 km in a year which understandably isn't a lot. I plan to take the car to intercity/state in future. Now, I'm considering an EV Car strictly for city use and I've narrowed down to MG Comet for its size. I'm not worried about pricing as I'm certain what I'm getting. My question is, if there is any small car launch planned during the next 6 months or should I go ahead with Comet? How's MG's Battery Health Calibration done? I haven't seen any elaborate discussion in ranking or refinement on which brand does best/worst battery optimization.

Verified
•3d

The MG Comet is a genuinely well-packaged city EV - its compact size, tight turning circle and ease of parking make it ideal for urban use, and it is one of the few cars that truly embraces the city-car brief. MG’s battery management system is well-calibrated for Indian conditions, and the brand has not faced any widespread battery health or calibration issues in the market. There is no clear “best” or “worst” brand in battery optimisation – most mainstream manufacturers now have robust BMS systems, and the differences are marginal in real-world ownership. The bigger factors are usage patterns, charging discipline and thermal management, all of which the Comet should handle well. Given your low annual running and city-focused brief, the Comet is a sensible and well-timed purchase.VinFast has still not officially confirmed the VF3 for India, which is a micro electric SUV very popular in its home market, Vietnam. Besides that, there is nothing scheduled to be launched that is as convenient and compact as the Comet.

VehicleMG Comet

Popular discussions right now

•3d

I currently drive a Hyundai i10 CNG, with daily running of around 6 km in Gurgaon city traffic and a monthly highway drive of around 200 km. I am now planning to upgrade my car, with an on-road budget of Rs. 12 lakh for a petrol sub-4-metre SUV, up to Rs. 14 lakh for a petrol midsize SUV, and Rs. 15 lakh for an EV. I live in a rented apartment on the second floor, so I am apprehensive about getting an EV. I prefer an EV, but installing a charger could be complicated due to the sanctioned load. My running could increase to nearly 800 km per month in the future. My key priorities are: - Good suspension and ride comfort, as I have a back problem - Decent fuel efficiency in heavy city traffic - Low to medium maintenance costs - Auto hold and ventilated seats would be good to have I sometimes consider buying a manual, but I mostly prefer an automatic. I am currently considering the Maruti Brezza, Baleno AMT, Fronx AMT/AT, Sonet iMT, Exter AMT, and even the upcoming Inster, VF3, and Bayon. I am open to other suggestions as well. Note: I had a bad driving experience with the Punch AMT, as it caused back fatigue.

Verified
•2d

Given your priorities of ride comfort, fuel efficiency and low maintenance, the Maruti Brezza automatic is the most sensible upgrade. It offers a comfortable ride, a proven naturally aspirated petrol engine and Maruti's strong service network, which keeps long-term ownership costs in check. The torque converter automatic is smooth in city traffic, and the Brezza's higher seating position will help with your back issues. The Sonet iMT is not the right choice here. While it is a good car, the iMT is not a true automatic and will not offer the same ease of use in Gurgaon traffic. The Baleno AMT and Exter AMT are also not ideal given your back issues and the fact that AMT gearboxes are not as smooth as torque converter automatics in stop-start conditions.On the EV front, your apprehension about charging is valid. Without a straightforward home charging solution, an EV will add unnecessary complexity to your ownership experience. The upcoming Bayon is interesting and if you can wait a few weeks you would have a better picture before making a decision. For now, the Brezza automatic strikes the best balance between comfort, efficiency and hassle-free ownership.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleKia Sonet
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Baleno
VehicleHyundai Exter
VehicleHyundai Bayon

Upcoming launch buzz

Community discussions on upcoming launches

Want to sell your car?

Sell your car at the right price, without the stress.

Posted on: 16 Jul 2026