Thukral Electric EA-3

The Thukral Electric EA-3 is a 6+1 seater electric passenger carrier built by Delhi-based Thukral Electric Bikes for shared and last-mile city transport. It is priced around ₹4.3 lakh and aimed at fleet operators running e-auto services on fixed routes, with a 206 Ah lithium-ion pack that the manufacturer rates for 180+ km on a charge.

Range and charging

The EA-3 carries a 206 Ah lithium-ion battery, good for a claimed 180+ km per charge under light loads. Real-world city stop-start duty brings that down, but it still covers a full working shift for a 6-seater. Charging takes 5-6 hours from the supplied 30A/25A home charger, which suits overnight top-ups between shifts. There is no DC fast-charge option, so the workflow is an evening plug-in and a morning full pack.

Performance and payload

Power comes from a 4.4 kW PMSM motor producing 56 Nm of torque, with a top speed of 45 km/h and 7% gradeability. Gross vehicle weight is 1,231 kg against a 531 kg kerb weight, leaving roughly 700 kg of carrying capacity across the driver plus six passengers. Drum brakes, a hydraulic front shock absorber with helical spring and a leaf-spring rear suspension keep the ride composed on uneven city roads. The 3,158 mm length, 2,245 mm wheelbase and 3,500 mm turning radius make it easy to manoeuvre through narrow lanes and tight markets.

Who should buy it

This is working capital, not a weekend purchase. Operators running e-autos for shared rides, school shuttles or intra-city passenger runs will appreciate the low per-km running cost, the large pack and the three-year warranty covering the motor, controller, chassis, charger and battery. First-time e-auto buyers should factor in the overnight-only charging routine and confirm the local Thukral dealer network before committing.