Tata is launching the Tata Aeris EV this Thursday, 25 September, starting at ₹12.49 lakh (ex-showroom). This is the new name for the facelifted Tigor EV, so it's a fresh face on a familiar electric sedan. One thing to keep clear: Tata is also selling a petrol Aeris at ₹6.50–10 lakh, a totally different car despite the shared name.
Tata Aeris EV price: ₹12.49–13.75 lakh across three variants
The Aeris EV range starts at ₹12.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base Smart trim. Above it sits the Pure at an estimated ₹12.99 lakh, adding more comfort and connected features. The top Creative Plus is expected at ₹13.75 lakh, packing the full kit, including the 360-degree camera and six airbags. Remember, on-road prices will be higher after road tax, registration, and insurance, and these vary by state. Note the Smart's ₹12.49 lakh tag is only an estimate until Tata confirms it on launch day.
Aeris EV vs. petrol Aeris: same name, ₹6 lakh apart
This is the confusing bit. Tata sells two cars called Aeris. The petrol Aeris runs for ₹6.50–10 lakh with an 86 bhp 1.2-litre engine and an optional CNG option for cost-conscious buyers. The Aeris EV starts at ₹12.49 lakh, nearly ₹6 lakh dearer than the base petrol. So if your budget is tight and you drive long highway trips, the petrol makes more sense. The EV suits city drivers who want low running costs and don't mind paying more upfront.
Tata Aeris
SedanBattery and range: 19.2 kWh or 24 kWh, real km per charge
The Aeris EV is expected to offer two battery packs (kWh is the battery size): a 19.2 kWh and a bigger 24 kWh. It uses a permanent magnet synchronous motor, the same tech as other Tata EVs. Tata hasn't confirmed the ARAI range yet (ARAI is a government test that always reads higher than real driving). Going by the Tiago EV, expect a real-world range of roughly 200–250 km per charge, less in city traffic with AC on. It should support DC fast charging, so a 10–80% top-up should take under an hour, though exact times aren't out yet.
Features and safety: 360-degree camera, dual screens, 6 airbags
Inside, the Aeris EV gets a modern cabin borrowed from the updated Tiago. ev. You get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus a screen-based instrument display. Higher trims add automatic climate control, a wireless phone charger, rear AC vents, and USB Type-C ports on the front and back. On safety, top variants get six airbags, ESC (stops skids), hill-hold, ISOFIX child seat mounts, a 360-degree camera, and a blind-view monitor. That 360-degree camera is a rare kit at this price, a real help for tight parking.
Rivals and value: how it compares to Dzire, Aura, and Amaze
The Aeris EV has no direct electric rival in this space, so it cross-shops against petrol sedans. The Maruti Dzire tops out at ₹9.41 lakh, the Hyundai Aura at ₹8.60 lakh and the Honda Amaze at ₹10.02 lakh. All are ₹2.5–4 lakh cheaper to buy than the Aeris EV. But the EV wins on running cost, roughly ₹1–1.5 per km versus ₹6–7 for petrol. Over a few years of city driving, that gap can pay back the higher price. Some states also waive road tax and registration on EVs, so check your local RTO.
Verdict: buy the EV, wait, or pick petrol?
The Aeris EV makes sense if you drive mostly in the city and want cheap daily running with a feature-loaded cabin. The 360-degree camera, dual screens, and six airbags are strong for the money. But that ₹12.49 lakh starting price sits ₹2.5–3.75 lakh above the petrol Aeris band, and 200–250 km of real range means it's a second car or a city commuter, not a long-trip machine. Our pick is the mid Pure variant for the balance of range and kit. If you need one car that does everything, the petrol Aeris with CNG stays the smarter buy.
References: Tata India — official website
