EVs with BaaS in India are becoming increasingly popular as Battery-as-a-Service plans help reduce the initial purchase cost. Check the latest BaaS electric cars from Tata, MG, Hyundai, Kia, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Citroen and Toyota, along with their prices, battery charges and upfront savings.
Electric vehicles are becoming more common in India, but their relatively high upfront prices remain a concern for many buyers. A major reason behind this is the cost of the battery pack, which accounts for a significant portion of an EV’s overall price.
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To address this issue, several manufacturers have introduced Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) programmes. Under this model, buyers pay a lower upfront amount for the vehicle and separately pay for the battery through a subscription or financing arrangement.
The battery cost can be linked to the kilometres driven or charged as a monthly amount, depending on the model and manufacturer.
The list of EVs with BaaS in India has now expanded across different segments. Buyers can choose from small city cars, hatchbacks, compact SUVs, midsize electric SUVs and even an electric MPV.
Here is a detailed look at the electric cars currently available with BaaS, their effective upfront prices, battery subscription charges and potential savings.
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Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella
BaaS price: Rs 15.25 lakh + Rs 4.99 per km
Toyota’s Urban Cruiser Ebella is one of the newer electric SUVs to enter the BaaS space. The model is offered with a 61kWh battery pack and the E3 variant listed here has a claimed range of 543km.
The regular price of the E3 variant is Rs 23.60 lakh. Under the BaaS arrangement, the upfront vehicle cost comes down to Rs 15.25 lakh, while the battery subscription is charged at Rs 4.99 per km.
This results in an upfront saving of Rs 8.35 lakh compared with the regular price.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E3 | Rs 23.60 lakh | Rs 15.25 lakh | Rs 4.99/km | Rs 8.35 lakh |
The Urban Cruiser Ebella is therefore among the models offering a substantial reduction in initial purchase cost through BaaS.
Tata Tiago EV
BaaS price: Rs 4.69 lakh + Rs 2.60 per km
For buyers looking for a more affordable electric car, the Tata Tiago EV is one of the most accessible options on this list.
The regular starting price of the Tiago EV is Rs 6.99 lakh. With the BaaS option, the Smart 19 variant can be purchased with an upfront vehicle price of Rs 4.69 lakh.
The difference is Rs 2.30 lakh, although customers opting for the scheme have to pay a separate battery subscription charge starting at Rs 2.60 per km.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart 19 | Rs 6.99 lakh | Rs 4.69 lakh | Rs 2.60/km | Rs 2.30 lakh |
Tata has not disclosed the complete variant-wise BaaS pricing for the Tiago EV in the supplied information.
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Hyundai Creta Electric
BaaS price: Rs 10.99 lakh + Rs 3.90 per km
Hyundai has also joined the BaaS segment with the Creta Electric. The company introduced the battery subscription option in July 2026.
The Executive 42kWh variant normally costs Rs 18.03 lakh. With BaaS, the upfront price drops to Rs 10.99 lakh.
That means buyers can reduce their initial expenditure by Rs 7.04 lakh, although the battery subscription has to be paid separately at Rs 3.90 per km.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive 42kWh | Rs 18.03 lakh | Rs 10.99 lakh | Rs 3.90/km | Rs 7.04 lakh |
The complete BaaS pricing for other Creta Electric variants was not available in the supplied source material.
MG ZS EV
BaaS price: Rs 13 lakh + Rs 4.50 per km
The MG ZS EV is another midsize electric SUV available under the battery subscription model.
MG introduced the BaaS option for the ZS EV in September 2024. The SUV uses a 50.3kWh battery pack, with the battery subscription charge set at Rs 4.50 per km.
Depending on the variant, the upfront saving is close to Rs 5 lakh.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive 50.3kWh | Rs 17.99 lakh | Rs 13 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 4.99 lakh |
| Excite Pro 50.3kWh | Rs 18.75 lakh | Rs 13.76 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 4.99 lakh |
| Exclusive+ 50.3kWh | Rs 20 lakh | Rs 15 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 5 lakh |
| Essence 50.3kWh | Rs 20.75 lakh | Rs 15.76 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 4.99 lakh |
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
BaaS price: Rs 10.99 lakh + Rs 3.99 per km onwards
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara has also been added to the growing list of EVs with BaaS in India.
Maruti Suzuki charges different battery subscription rates depending on the battery capacity. The 49kWh versions attract a charge of Rs 3.99 per km, while the larger 61kWh battery versions have a Rs 4.39 per km subscription.
The upfront saving can exceed Rs 5 lakh on the listed variants.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 49kWh | Rs 16.19 lakh | Rs 10.99 lakh | Rs 3.99/km | Rs 5.20 lakh |
| Zeta 61kWh | Rs 17.94 lakh | Rs 12.29 lakh | Rs 4.39/km | Rs 5.65 lakh |
| Alpha 61kWh | Rs 19.99 lakh | Rs 14.49 lakh | Rs 4.39/km | Rs 5.50 lakh |
Kia Carens Clavis EV
BaaS price: Rs 12.88 lakh + Rs 3.30 per km onwards
The Kia Carens Clavis EV is particularly interesting because it is the only MPV among the BaaS models listed here.
Kia introduced its BaaS programme for the Carens Clavis EV in May 2026. The battery subscription charge depends on the battery pack.
For the 42kWh battery, the rental is Rs 3.30 per km, while the 51.4kWh battery carries a charge of Rs 3.80 per km.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTK+ 42kWh | Rs 18 lakh | Rs 12.88 lakh | Rs 3.30/km | Rs 5.12 lakh |
| HTX E ER 51.4kWh | Rs 22.04 lakh | Rs 15.94 lakh | Rs 3.80/km | Rs 6.10 lakh |
Kia has not disclosed the complete variant-wise BaaS price list in the supplied information.
MG Windsor EV
BaaS price: Rs 9.99 lakh + Rs 3.99 per km onwards
The MG Windsor EV played an important role in popularising the battery subscription model in India. MG introduced the ownership plan when the Windsor was launched in September 2024.
The model was initially offered with a 38kWh battery, while a larger 52.9kWh battery was later added.
For the 38kWh versions, the battery subscription is Rs 3.99 per km. The larger 52.9kWh versions attract a Rs 4.50 per km charge.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excite 38kWh | Rs 14.70 lakh | Rs 9.99 lakh | Rs 3.99/km | Rs 4.71 lakh |
| Exclusive 38kWh | Rs 16 lakh | Rs 11.29 lakh | Rs 3.99/km | Rs 4.71 lakh |
| Essence 38kWh | Rs 17 lakh | Rs 12.29 lakh | Rs 3.99/km | Rs 4.71 lakh |
| Exclusive Pro 52.9kWh | Rs 17.90 lakh | Rs 12.90 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 5 lakh |
| Essence Pro 52.9kWh | Rs 19 lakh | Rs 14 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 5 lakh |
Citroen eC3X
BaaS price: Rs 6.89 lakh + Rs 2.26 per km onwards
Citroen introduced a BaaS option with the eC3X as part of its June 2026 update.
One of the biggest advantages of the scheme is the lower upfront price. The BaaS starting price is Rs 6.89 lakh, compared with a regular starting price of Rs 11.99 lakh for the listed Live variant.
The battery subscription is Rs 2.26 per km, making it the lowest per-kilometre charge among the models covered here. However, there is a minimum monthly commitment of 2,000km, which translates into a minimum battery payment of Rs 4,520 per month.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live | Rs 11.99 lakh | Rs 6.89 lakh | Rs 2.26/km | Rs 5.10 lakh |
| Live (O) | Rs 12.35 lakh | Rs 7.09 lakh | Rs 2.26/km | Rs 5.26 lakh |
| Shine | Rs 13.26 lakh | Rs 8.30 lakh | Rs 2.26/km | Rs 4.96 lakh |
If customers do not select BaaS, Citroen is offering an introductory consumer discount of up to Rs 1.50 lakh, taking the starting price to Rs 10.49 lakh.
Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq
BaaS price: Rs 11.45 lakh + Rs 3.75 per km onwards
Mahindra has expanded the BaaS ecosystem with the BE 6 Sporteq, introduced with the August 2026 update.
The BaaS option is available with the 59kWh battery on the One and Two variants. The battery subscription is charged at Rs 3.75 per km.
Mahindra’s calculation is based on an assumed usage of 60km per day and an eight-year battery loan.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 59kWh | Rs 19.45 lakh | Rs 11.45 lakh | Rs 3.75/km | Rs 8 lakh |
| Two 59kWh | Rs 20.95 lakh | Rs 12.95 lakh | Rs 3.75/km | Rs 8 lakh |
The quoted prices do not include expenses such as road tax, insurance and TCS.
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Tata Punch EV
BaaS price: Rs 6.49 lakh + Rs 4,688 per month onwards
The Tata Punch EV gives buyers another option in the compact electric SUV segment.
The Smart 30kWh variant normally costs Rs 9.69 lakh. With BaaS, the upfront vehicle cost comes down to Rs 6.49 lakh.
The battery payment is calculated separately. For the 30kWh versions, it starts at Rs 4,688 per month, while the 40kWh variants have a monthly payment of Rs 5,274.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Payment | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart 30kWh | Rs 9.69 lakh | Rs 6.49 lakh | Rs 4,688/month | Rs 3.20 lakh |
| Smart+ 30kWh | Rs 10.29 lakh | Rs 7.09 lakh | Rs 4,688/month | Rs 3.20 lakh |
| Smart+ 40kWh | Rs 10.99 lakh | Rs 7.29 lakh | Rs 5,274/month | Rs 3.70 lakh |
| Adventure 40kWh | Rs 11.74 lakh | Rs 7.99 lakh | Rs 5,274/month | Rs 3.75 lakh |
| Empowered 40kWh | Rs 12.49 lakh | Rs 8.69 lakh | Rs 5,274/month | Rs 3.80 lakh |
| Empowered+ S 40kWh | Rs 12.79 lakh | Rs 8.99 lakh | Rs 5,274/month | Rs 3.80 lakh |
The battery EMI calculation is based on an assumed eight-year loan tenure.
Kia Syros EV
BaaS price: Rs 7.99 lakh + Rs 3.30 per km onwards
The Kia Syros EV is another relatively new addition to India’s BaaS market.
Its standard starting price is Rs 13.50 lakh, whereas the BaaS upfront price starts at Rs 7.99 lakh for the listed HTK 42kWh variant.
The battery subscription charge for the 42kWh version is Rs 3.30 per km.
| Variant | Regular Price | BaaS Upfront Price | Battery Subscription | Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTK 42kWh | Rs 13.50 lakh | Rs 7.99 lakh | Rs 3.30/km | Rs 5.51 lakh |
Kia is expected to disclose more details about the BaaS pricing of the larger 51.4kWh battery variants.
Complete BaaS EV Price Comparison
For buyers who want to quickly compare the EVs with BaaS in India, the table below brings together the starting BaaS prices and battery charges mentioned above.
| EV Model | Starting BaaS Price | Battery Charge | Maximum Listed Upfront Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Tiago EV | Rs 4.69 lakh | Rs 2.60/km | Rs 2.30 lakh |
| MG Comet EV | Rs 4.99 lakh | Rs 3.20/km | Rs 2.81 lakh |
| Tata Punch EV | Rs 6.49 lakh | Rs 4,688/month | Rs 3.80 lakh |
| Citroen eC3X | Rs 6.89 lakh | Rs 2.26/km | Rs 5.26 lakh |
| Kia Syros EV | Rs 7.99 lakh | Rs 3.30/km | Rs 5.51 lakh |
| MG Windsor EV | Rs 9.99 lakh | Rs 3.99/km | Rs 5 lakh |
| Hyundai Creta Electric | Rs 10.99 lakh | Rs 3.90/km | Rs 7.04 lakh |
| Maruti Suzuki e Vitara | Rs 10.99 lakh | Rs 3.99/km | Rs 5.65 lakh |
| Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq | Rs 11.45 lakh | Rs 3.75/km | Rs 8 lakh |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV | Rs 12.88 lakh | Rs 3.30/km | Rs 6.10 lakh |
| MG ZS EV | Rs 13 lakh | Rs 4.50/km | Rs 5 lakh |
| Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella | Rs 15.25 lakh | Rs 4.99/km | Rs 8.35 lakh |
Is BaaS Worth Considering for EV Buyers?
The biggest advantage of BaaS is the reduction in the initial purchase price. This can make an electric vehicle more accessible to buyers who do not want to pay for the entire battery upfront.
However, buyers should not compare only the upfront price. The battery subscription is an additional recurring expense, and the final ownership cost will depend heavily on how much the vehicle is driven.
For example, a per-kilometre BaaS plan can work differently for someone driving 500km a month compared with a high-mileage user covering 2,000km or more.
Therefore, before selecting a BaaS plan, buyers should calculate their expected monthly and yearly running, battery subscription cost, financing period and total ownership expense.
Auto India Daily Verdict
The EVs With BaaS in India is gradually becoming an important part of India’s electric vehicle market. From the affordable Tata Tiago EV and MG Comet EV to larger models such as the Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq and Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella, buyers now have several choices.
For customers focused on reducing the upfront cost, BaaS can make EV ownership easier to enter. But the battery subscription remains an important part of the overall cost, so the right choice will ultimately depend on individual driving requirements and ownership plans.
Note: Prices, BaaS charges, variant availability and savings mentioned in this article are based on the supplied source material and may vary depending on variant, financing terms, taxes and other applicable charges.
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Raj Prajapati is a Senior Automotive Content Writer at AutoIndiaDaily. A B.Tech graduate in Computer Science and Engineering, he leverages over four years of experience covering Indian car and bike launches, EV tech, and market dynamics to break down complex automotive regulations into simple consumer guides. Specialising in Indian motor vehicle laws, IRDAI updates, and ownership costs, Raj translates technical auto policies into actionable advice for everyday drivers.