Buying an electric car in India often comes with one major concern — the high upfront price. Compared to petrol and diesel cars, EVs still feel expensive to many buyers. To solve this problem, automakers have introduced the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model.
Under the BaaS scheme, customers purchase the car but do not pay the full battery cost upfront. Instead, the battery is offered on a subscription or rental basis, and users pay according to how many kilometres they drive. This significantly reduces the initial purchase price, sometimes bringing it close to — or even lower than — comparable petrol cars.
Here are five electric cars in India that are available with the BaaS model.
MG Comet EV
Designed mainly for city use and tight urban roads, the MG Comet EV is one of the most affordable electric hatchbacks in the market.
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Battery: 17.3 kWh
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Claimed range: 230 km (single charge)
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BaaS starting price: ₹4.92 lakh
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Battery rental: ₹3.20 per km
Its compact size and low running cost make it ideal for daily urban commuting.
Tata Punch EV Facelift
Tata has stirred the market by introducing the updated Punch EV with the BaaS option. The facelift model comes with two battery choices.
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Battery options: 30 kWh and 40 kWh
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Claimed range: up to 468 km
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BaaS starting price: ₹6.49 lakh
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Battery rental: from ₹2.60 per km
With strong range figures and aggressive pricing, the Punch EV becomes one of the most value-focused options.
MG Windsor EV
One of the early models to popularise the BaaS concept in India, the MG Windsor EV is known for its premium features and spacious cabin.
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Battery options: 38 kWh and 52.9 kWh
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Claimed range: up to 449 km
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BaaS starting price: ₹9.99 lakh
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Battery rental: ₹3.90–₹4.50 per km
It suits buyers looking for a balance of space, features and flexible ownership cost.
Maruti e Vitara
Maruti’s first global electric SUV arrives with strong battery options and long-range capability.
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Battery options: 49 kWh and 61 kWh
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Claimed range: 500+ km
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BaaS starting price: ₹10.99 lakh
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Battery rental: ₹3.99 per km
This model targets buyers who want Maruti’s reliability with EV efficiency.
MG ZS EV
For those seeking long-distance comfort and a more premium experience, the MG ZS EV remains a strong contender.
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Battery: 50.3 kWh
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Claimed range: 461 km
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BaaS price range: ₹13 lakh – ₹15.51 lakh
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Battery rental: ₹4.50 per km
It offers a good mix of performance, features and highway usability.
Why BaaS Is a Game-Changer
The Battery-as-a-Service model is making electric cars more accessible by lowering the upfront purchase cost. For many urban buyers, this pay-per-use approach can significantly reduce ownership burden while keeping running costs predictable.
As EV adoption grows in India, BaaS could play a key role in bringing more customers into the electric mobility ecosystem.