Electric Cars in India with Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS): Prices and Subscription Plans Explained
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular in India, but the higher upfront cost of EVs still makes some buyers hesitant. A large part of that cost comes from the battery, which is the most expensive component in an electric car. To address this issue, some manufacturers have introduced a new ownership model known as Battery-as-a-Service or BaaS.
Under the BaaS model, the price of the battery is separated from the vehicle cost. This means buyers can purchase the car at a lower upfront price and then pay separately for the battery through a monthly subscription or a pay-per-kilometre plan. The idea is to make electric cars more accessible to a wider group of buyers while spreading the battery cost over time.
The concept is still relatively new in the Indian passenger car market, but it is gaining attention as more consumers consider switching to electric mobility. Some carmakers have already introduced BaaS schemes for select EVs, allowing customers to reduce the initial purchase price while paying for battery usage based on their driving needs.
Here is a closer look at electric cars in India that currently offer BaaS subscription options.
MG Comet EV
The MG Comet EV is one of the most affordable electric cars available with a BaaS option. With the battery cost separated, the starting price drops by around ₹2.71 lakh, making it a more accessible entry point into EV ownership.
The Comet EV is designed primarily for city driving. It is powered by a 17.3 kWh battery pack paired with a single electric motor that produces 42 hp and 110 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels, and the car offers an ARAI-certified range of about 230 km on a full charge.
Despite its compact size, the Comet EV comes with several modern features. These include dual 10.25-inch displays for infotainment and instrumentation, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, connected car technology, keyless entry and steering-mounted controls. Safety features include dual airbags, ABS with EBD, tyre pressure monitoring system, electronic stability control, hill hold assist, reverse camera and parking sensors.
Tata Punch EV
The Tata Punch EV is another model available with a battery subscription option. Under the BaaS scheme, the upfront price drops by around ₹3.20 lakh compared with the standard purchase model.
The Punch EV is offered in several variants including Smart, Smart Plus, Adventure, Empowered and Empowered Plus S. Buyers can choose between two battery packs. The smaller pack is rated at 30 kWh, while the larger one has a capacity of 40 kWh.
The bigger battery offers an ARAI-certified range of up to 468 km on a single charge, while the C75 real-world range is estimated at around 355 km. The vehicle also supports 65 kW DC fast charging, which allows the battery to charge from 20 percent to 80 percent in about 26 minutes. A quick 15 minute fast charge can add up to 135 km of range.
MG Windsor EV
The MG Windsor EV is another electric model available with a battery subscription plan. Buyers can choose between two battery packs depending on their driving requirements.
Both battery options are paired with a single electric motor that produces 136 hp and 200 Nm of torque. Charging options include a 7.4 kW AC home charger that takes around 9.5 hours for a full charge. A 60 kW DC fast charger can recharge the battery from 20 percent to 80 percent in roughly 50 minutes.
The Windsor EV is positioned as a feature-rich electric vehicle. It comes with a large 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof. The car also offers a premium 9-speaker Infinity sound system and advanced charging features such as vehicle-to-load and vehicle-to-vehicle functionality.
Safety features include six airbags, electronic stability control, a 360-degree camera, parking sensors and ABS with EBD.
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara
Maruti Suzuki has also entered the BaaS space with the e-Vitara. The electric SUV is offered with two battery options and customers can choose a subscription plan depending on the battery size.
The 49 kWh battery pack is paired with a front-mounted electric motor producing 144 hp, while the larger 61 kWh battery version delivers 174 hp. Both variants produce 189 Nm of torque.
The smaller battery offers a claimed driving range of about 440 km on a single charge, while the larger battery pack increases the range to approximately 543 km. The batteries use lithium iron phosphate blade cells sourced from BYD, which are designed for durability and safety.
MG ZS EV
The MG ZS EV is one of the more established electric SUVs in the Indian market and is also available with a BaaS plan. With this model, buyers can reduce the upfront purchase price and pay separately for battery usage.
The SUV uses a 50.3 kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor that produces 176 hp and 280 Nm of torque. It offers a claimed driving range of around 461 km on a full charge.
Charging the battery using a 7.4 kW AC wall box charger takes roughly 8.5 to 9 hours for a complete charge. Using a 50 kW DC fast charger, the battery can reach 80 percent charge in about 60 minutes.
Why BaaS could change EV ownership
Battery-as-a-Service is designed to reduce one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption, the high upfront price. By separating the battery cost from the vehicle price, buyers can enter the EV market at a lower starting cost and pay for battery usage gradually.
This approach can be especially useful for buyers who want predictable running expenses or those who prefer spreading costs over time rather than making a large upfront investment. In some cases, BaaS plans may also include battery support services or upgrades as technology improves.
While the model is still at an early stage in India, it has the potential to make electric mobility more accessible. As more manufacturers explore subscription based ownership models, buyers may see a wider range of EV options with flexible payment structures in the coming years.
Under the BaaS model, the price of the battery is separated from the vehicle cost. This means buyers can purchase the car at a lower upfront price and then pay separately for the battery through a monthly subscription or a pay-per-kilometre plan. The idea is to make electric cars more accessible to a wider group of buyers while spreading the battery cost over time.
The concept is still relatively new in the Indian passenger car market, but it is gaining attention as more consumers consider switching to electric mobility. Some carmakers have already introduced BaaS schemes for select EVs, allowing customers to reduce the initial purchase price while paying for battery usage based on their driving needs.
Here is a closer look at electric cars in India that currently offer BaaS subscription options.
MG Comet EV
- Price with BaaS: ₹4.92 lakh
- Battery subscription: ₹3.2 per km
The MG Comet EV is one of the most affordable electric cars available with a BaaS option. With the battery cost separated, the starting price drops by around ₹2.71 lakh, making it a more accessible entry point into EV ownership.
The Comet EV is designed primarily for city driving. It is powered by a 17.3 kWh battery pack paired with a single electric motor that produces 42 hp and 110 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels, and the car offers an ARAI-certified range of about 230 km on a full charge.
Despite its compact size, the Comet EV comes with several modern features. These include dual 10.25-inch displays for infotainment and instrumentation, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, connected car technology, keyless entry and steering-mounted controls. Safety features include dual airbags, ABS with EBD, tyre pressure monitoring system, electronic stability control, hill hold assist, reverse camera and parking sensors.
Tata Punch EV
- Price with BaaS: ₹6.49 lakh
- Battery subscription: ₹2.6 per km
The Tata Punch EV is another model available with a battery subscription option. Under the BaaS scheme, the upfront price drops by around ₹3.20 lakh compared with the standard purchase model.
The Punch EV is offered in several variants including Smart, Smart Plus, Adventure, Empowered and Empowered Plus S. Buyers can choose between two battery packs. The smaller pack is rated at 30 kWh, while the larger one has a capacity of 40 kWh.
The bigger battery offers an ARAI-certified range of up to 468 km on a single charge, while the C75 real-world range is estimated at around 355 km. The vehicle also supports 65 kW DC fast charging, which allows the battery to charge from 20 percent to 80 percent in about 26 minutes. A quick 15 minute fast charge can add up to 135 km of range.
MG Windsor EV
- Price with BaaS: ₹9.99 lakh
- Battery subscription: ₹3.9 per km (38 kWh)
- ₹4.5 per km (52.9 kWh)
The MG Windsor EV is another electric model available with a battery subscription plan. Buyers can choose between two battery packs depending on their driving requirements.
Both battery options are paired with a single electric motor that produces 136 hp and 200 Nm of torque. Charging options include a 7.4 kW AC home charger that takes around 9.5 hours for a full charge. A 60 kW DC fast charger can recharge the battery from 20 percent to 80 percent in roughly 50 minutes.
The Windsor EV is positioned as a feature-rich electric vehicle. It comes with a large 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof. The car also offers a premium 9-speaker Infinity sound system and advanced charging features such as vehicle-to-load and vehicle-to-vehicle functionality.
Safety features include six airbags, electronic stability control, a 360-degree camera, parking sensors and ABS with EBD.
You may also like
- Upcoming Maruti Suzuki Brezza Facelift: Expected Features, Specifications and Launch Details
- Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Returns: Price, Design and Performance Details
- How Many Made-in-India Cars Are Exported to the Middle East? Here's How the War Could Impact It
- Car Tips: These Car Parts Are Most Vulnerable in Summer—Don't Ignore Them
- Mahindra Launches Special Edition Electric SUV, Set to Take On Chinese BYD
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara
- Price with BaaS: ₹10.99 lakh
- Battery subscription: ₹3.99 per km (49 kWh)
- ₹4.39 per km (61 kWh)
Maruti Suzuki has also entered the BaaS space with the e-Vitara. The electric SUV is offered with two battery options and customers can choose a subscription plan depending on the battery size.
The 49 kWh battery pack is paired with a front-mounted electric motor producing 144 hp, while the larger 61 kWh battery version delivers 174 hp. Both variants produce 189 Nm of torque.
The smaller battery offers a claimed driving range of about 440 km on a single charge, while the larger battery pack increases the range to approximately 543 km. The batteries use lithium iron phosphate blade cells sourced from BYD, which are designed for durability and safety.
MG ZS EV
- Price with BaaS: ₹13 lakh
- Battery subscription: ₹4.5 per km
The MG ZS EV is one of the more established electric SUVs in the Indian market and is also available with a BaaS plan. With this model, buyers can reduce the upfront purchase price and pay separately for battery usage.
The SUV uses a 50.3 kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor that produces 176 hp and 280 Nm of torque. It offers a claimed driving range of around 461 km on a full charge.
Charging the battery using a 7.4 kW AC wall box charger takes roughly 8.5 to 9 hours for a complete charge. Using a 50 kW DC fast charger, the battery can reach 80 percent charge in about 60 minutes.
Why BaaS could change EV ownership
Battery-as-a-Service is designed to reduce one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption, the high upfront price. By separating the battery cost from the vehicle price, buyers can enter the EV market at a lower starting cost and pay for battery usage gradually. This approach can be especially useful for buyers who want predictable running expenses or those who prefer spreading costs over time rather than making a large upfront investment. In some cases, BaaS plans may also include battery support services or upgrades as technology improves.
While the model is still at an early stage in India, it has the potential to make electric mobility more accessible. As more manufacturers explore subscription based ownership models, buyers may see a wider range of EV options with flexible payment structures in the coming years.
More from our partners
Loving Newspoint? Download the app now
