I'm planning to buy an EV with a budget of 20L. I'm inclining towards Curvv EV, then also thinking about the Sierra EV launch and buying that one. When will the Sierra EV launch, as I can't wait too long? What would you suggest for me?

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The Tata Sierra EV has just been launched, and if you can stretch your budget, it's our recommendation.The Sierra EV sits above the Curvv EV in Tata's line-up, which is why it is more expensive. It comes with a larger battery pack, a more spacious cabin, a bigger boot and a noticeably more premium feel. It also gets a richer feature list and is likely to be the better long-term family EV.However, with a budget of Rs18 lakh, the Sierra EV is realistically out of reach. It starts at Rs 18.79 lakh (ex-showroom), so the on-road price will be well above your budget. In that case, the Curvv EV remains a very sensible choice.

Tata Sierra EV

Tata Curvv EV

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Pick the Creta Electric. For your Rs 25-27 lakh budget, it is the safest bet, and Hyundai’s huge service network will make long-term ownership hassle free. As an EV, it is smooth, quiet and quick enough, and Hyundai’s software and battery management have been trouble-free for most owners, which matters more than a flash spec sheet five years down the line. It is also known to reliably deliver the closest real-world range to its official rating amongst its peers, thanks to a highly efficient powertrain. The Harrier EV and XEV 9S are tempting for space and power, but are likely to sit higher than your budget and have been known to have some niggles especially in the software and electronics departments. The Sierra EV has now been launched and is certainly worth considering. It offers a larger battery, a spacious cabin and a premium overall package. However, being a brand-new product, we'd prefer to wait and see how it settles in before recommending it over the more established Creta Electric. You should also expect a waiting period on popular variants.Another EV you could consider is the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara. Though not as spacious as the others, nor as efficient, being from the house of Maruti Suzuki, it is expected to offer hassle-free reliability and a smooth ownership experience.

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Tata Sierra EV

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Buy the Tata Nexon EV if you have your eye on it. It meets your under Rs. 20 lakh cap and sub-4.3 m size, and with 30-35 km a day, you can charge at home just a couple of times a week and be sorted. The Sierra EV has now been launched and is a larger, more premium SUV. Its base variant sits at around your Rs 20 lakh on-road budget, but it is significantly larger than your preferred size. While it offers a bigger battery, a more spacious cabin and a more premium overall experience, you'll have to stretch your budget if you want the higher variants.For most city use, the Nexon EV rides well, is easy to park, and is a known package with a wide service network. If you do the odd highway run, pick the larger-battery Nexon EV and plan fast-charge stops along the route.One catch: The Nexon’s cabin and boot are smaller than what the Sierra will offer. If you truly need that extra space, be ready to spend more and wait.

Tata Nexon EV

Tata Sierra EV