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The electric car market in India will soon become a lot more competitive over the next few years. This is because a number of major automakers are getting ready to launch a number of new models across different segments. So, without taking more of your precious time, here are the details of some of the most important upcoming EVs that are expected to launch in India.

MG Hector TomaHawk EV - Launch this month

JSW MG Motor India is preparing to launch its new seven-seater electric SUV in India on August 26, 2026. The upcoming model has already been spotted during the shooting of its official TVC. This spotting has revealed its exterior design without camouflage. The Hector TomaHawk EV will boast a large and upright design, with a gloss-black front grille, an illuminated MG logo and dotted LED DRLs.

The headlamps will be sleek units with LED elements, and the front bumper gets squared-off detailing and black elements. The SUV will also get a dual-tone exterior with a black roof, integrated roof rails, large alloy wheels and chunky cladding around the wheel arches.

On the inside, the seven-seater SUV is expected to get a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other expected features include a digital driver's display, wireless charging, automatic climate control, panoramic sunroof, powered and ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS.

The Hector TomaHawk EV is expected to come offered with a 69.2kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor. And based on the international model, it could produce around 204 PS and 310 Nm and offer a claimed range of around 530 km. The final India-spec specifications will be announced at launch.

Tata Safari.ev - Expected around Diwali 2026

Tata Motors is also getting ready to launch the Safari.ev in India. It will become the company's first three-row electric SUV. Test mules have already been spotted in India, and the model is expected to make its debut around the Diwali period. The Safari.ev is expected to retain the overall proportions of the existing Safari, although it will get several EV-specific design changes.

The electric SUV is also expected to share a large part of its equipment with the Harrier.ev. However, recent spy shots have suggested that Tata could give it an even more feature-rich cabin. One of the biggest expected highlights is a triple-screen dashboard similar to the setup seen in the Sierra and Sierra.ev.

The Safari.ev will most likely use Tata's 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery packs, with dual-motor all-wheel-drive versions potentially producing up to 500 Nm. It could also get a bigger 80 kWh battery pack option as well. It is also expected to get features such as Level 2+ ADAS, terrain modes, a 540-degree camera, self-parking, summon mode, digital IRVM, V2L and V2V.

Hyundai HE1i - Expected in 2026-27

Hyundai is currently developing a new sub-four-metre electric SUV which is internally known as the HE1i. This will become the first electric vehicle from Hyundai which has been developed specifically with the Indian market in mind. Test mules of this EV have already been spotted in India.

The HE1i is expected to get Hyundai's familiar styling elements, including sleek LED DRLs, split headlamps, an upright bonnet, thick black wheel-arch cladding, roof rails and connected LED tail lamps. On the inside, it could feature dual curved 10.25-inch screens, a drive selector behind the steering wheel, wireless charging, ventilated seats, automatic climate control, a 360-degree camera and a single-pane electric sunroof.

The HE1i is expected to be offered with 42 kWh and 49 kWh battery options. The smaller battery variant could produce 97 bhp and offer around 300 km of range. Meanwhile, the larger battery variant could produce 115 bhp and offer around 350 km. Both versions are expected to produce 147 Nm of torque.

VinFast VF5 - Recently spotted testing

The Vietnamese EV manufacturer VinFast is also getting ready to expand its presence in India with the VF5. Recently, an India-spec test mule was spotted, and this model is expected to sit below the VF6 in the company's electric SUV line-up. The India-spec VF5 gets a more upright front end with a clamshell bonnet, revised headlamps and a split-lighting setup.

The side profile will be largely similar to the global model, with black wheel arches, a black C-pillar and lower door moulding. At the rear, the SUV is expected to get a connected-looking LED tail-lamp design along with a roof-mounted stop lamp and a redesigned bumper. The test mule features an all-black interior with a two-spoke steering wheel and a large floating infotainment display.

Internationally, the VF5 comes available with 29.6 kWh and 37.23 kWh battery options and produces 95 hp and 136 bhp, respectively. However, India-specific specifications are yet to be confirmed. The VF5 is expected to be priced around Rs 12 lakh and could rival the Tata Nexon.ev and Mahindra XUV 3XO EV.

Honda 0 Alpha - Expected around 2026-27

Honda is also working on the 0 Alpha electric SUV for the Indian market. It has commenced its rigorous testing in different parts of the country. The upcoming SUV will boast a modern design with a tall stance, short overhangs, flush-fitting door handles, aerodynamic alloy wheels and slim LED lighting elements.

Its long wheelbase will also help in providing a spacious cabin. The interior is expected to become one of its biggest highlights. It will boast a landscape-oriented infotainment screen and a fully digital driver's display have been spotted on test mules.

Other expected features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, connected car technology, over-the-air updates, a 360-degree camera, premium audio and Level 2 ADAS.

Honda has not yet revealed the final battery and motor specifications. However, we could see multiple battery options, and single- and dual-motor configurations are expected. A claimed range of more than 500 km could also be offered depending on the variant.

Mahindra BE07 - Mid-2027

Last on this list is Mahindra BE07, which will sit above the BE6 in its Born Electric SUV line-up. The upcoming SUV is expected to feature a more upright and practical design, along with a larger cabin. Spy shots have already revealed frameless doors and flush-fitting door handles. Like other Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs, the BE07 is expected to get the same triple-display cabin and an overall technology-focused cabin.

The BE07 will be based on Mahindra's INGLO platform and is expected to use 59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh battery options. Both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations are likely to be offered.