BMW iX1

The iX1 LWB's single front motor makes 204bhp and 250Nm, good for a brisk 8.6s 0-100kmph run and confident overtakes in city traffic. The 66.4kWh pack is MIDC-rated at 531km, but real-world highway range settles closer to 330-400km depending on speed and AC use, so factor that gap into long-drive planning rather than the claimed figure.

At roughly Rs 51.4 lakh ex-showroom, the iX1 LWB undercuts BMW's own petrol X1 while adding rear legroom via the longer wheelbase -- a rare case of the EV being the value pick in its own lineup. That price does mean some kit is trimmed: no ventilated front seats, no 360-degree camera, and no adaptive cruise control, so weigh the feature list against rivals like the Mercedes EQA before booking.

Living with the iX1 LWB day to day is easy: 11kW AC home charging tops it up overnight, and DC fast charging takes it 10-80% in under 30 minutes at a compatible station. Standard warranty is 2 years/unlimited km, with the battery separately covered for 8 years or 1,60,000km. A few buyers report a logistics/preparation charge added over the ex-showroom price, so get an all-in on-road quote from the dealer upfront.