The demand for electric SUVs in India is growing rapidly, and safety has become one of the most important factors for buyers. Several EVs in the market now offer top-tier safety ratings, making it easier—but sometimes confusing—to choose the right one.
To simplify your decision, here’s a look at the top 3 electric SUVs in India that have secured 5-star ratings in adult and child occupant protection in the Bharat NCAP crash tests.
1. Tata Harrier EV
The Tata Harrier EV stands out as one of the safest electric SUVs, especially for family buyers. It has secured an impressive 77 out of 81 points overall, with 32 points in adult protection and 45 points in child safety.
Built on the advanced Acti.ev+ architecture, this SUV is packed with cutting-edge safety features.
Key Safety Features:
- Level 2 ADAS with 20+ features
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (car, pedestrian, cyclist)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with stop & go
- Lane assist, TSR, ISA
- 540° camera with transparent view
- Digital IRVM with DVR
- Up to 7 airbags (including knee airbag)
- ESP with i-VBAC
- TPMS, hill hold & descent control
- ISOFIX mounts and SOS function
2. Mahindra XEV 9E
The Mahindra XEV 9E is another strong contender, scoring 77 out of 81 points in the crash tests. It achieved a perfect 32/32 in adult safety and 45/49 in child protection.
It is based on Mahindra’s INGLO platform, which uses ultra-high-strength boron steel for enhanced crash protection.
Key Safety Features:
- Level 2+ ADAS (5 radars + 1 camera)
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Keep Assist & Auto Lane Change
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Secure 360 system with 360° camera
- Remote dashcam & driver monitoring
- 6 airbags standard + 7th knee airbag
- ABS, EBD, ESP
- TPMS, ISOFIX mounts
- All-wheel disc brakes with EPB
3. Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
The Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara also delivers strong safety performance. It scored 31.49/32 in adult protection and 43/49 in child safety, with a total of 74.49/81 points.
This SUV is built on the HEARTECT-e platform, focusing on structural strength and passenger safety.
Key Safety Features:
- 7 airbags as standard
- Level 2 ADAS
- 360° camera
- AVAS (Acoustic Vehicle Alert System)
- Electronic parking brake with auto hold
- Four disc brakes
- TPMS and ISOFIX mounts
- SOS emergency button
All three electric SUVs—Tata Harrier EV, Mahindra XEV 9E, and Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara—offer top-notch safety with 5-star Bharat NCAP ratings. Each comes with advanced driver assistance systems, multiple airbags, and strong structural safety.
If safety is your top priority, you can confidently consider any of these options. However, the final choice should depend on your personal preferences, budget, and driving needs.
