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Will the small battery pack of the eKUV100 be enough to drive around in India?

by @ashutosh.kumarover 1 year ago0 views7 answers
The Mahindra eKUV100 will reportedly have a relatively small battery pack, something like 15.9 kWh. As a result, EV enthusiasts and prospective buyers have had debates over its practicality in real world Indian driving conditions. On the one hand, a less expensive battery means a cheaper vehicle, but it also means a shorter range. Range anxiety is a big thing in a country where infrastructure for charging is still developing. Others say that for city commutes a smaller battery is enough, and will keep the vehicle lightweight and efficient. But other sources argue that the Indian driving conditions, with traffic jams and the use of air conditioning, could drain the battery faster than predicted. The balance between affordability and functionality in the Indian EV market is also discussed.
Mahindra Electric eKUV100
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Comments (7)

@abhinav-gualmost 2 years ago
It’s a decent compromise for the target price point. Tesla range can’t be expected at Maruti prices.
@shubham-agalmost 2 years ago
It's a start. They can always upgrade in future models as the battery tech improves.
@abhijeet-ralmost 2 years ago
For our traffic and AC needs, that battery will go down quickly. Not practical.
@punit-kumaalmost 2 years ago
For those who need more range, they should be offering a larger battery option.
@kunal-vikralmost 2 years ago
It is not built for a long trip, it is a city car. It's okay battery size for that purpose.
@sanjay-kumalmost 2 years ago
I think it's smart. It keeps the price down and most people don’t drive that far daily anyway.
@preeti-yadalmost 2 years ago
15.9 kWh is tiny! For short commutes it’ll be fine, but for anything else it will be useless.
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