279 km · 3h 30m drive · 6 of 9 EVs complete it without charging
| EV Model | Rated Range | Highway Range | Stops Needed | Trip Cost | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahindra XEV 9e | 542 km | 423 km | None | Rs. 938 | 10/10 | View specs |
| Mahindra BE 6 | 535 km | 417 km | None | Rs. 951 | 10/10 | View specs |
| BYD Atto 3 | 521 km | 406 km | None | Rs. 748 | 10/10 | View specs |
| Tata Curvv EV | 502 km | 392 km | None | Rs. 705 | 10/10 | View specs |
| Hyundai Creta EV | 473 km | 369 km | None | Rs. 700 | 9/10 | View specs |
| MG ZS EV | 461 km | 360 km | None | Rs. 702 | 9/10 | View specs |
| Tata Nexon EV Max | 312 km | 243 km | 1 stop | Rs. 729 | 5/10 | View specs |
| Tata Tigor EV | 306 km | 239 km | 1 stop | Rs. 468 | 5/10 | View specs |
| Tata Nexon EV | 250 km | 195 km | 2 stop | Rs. 544 | 3/10 | View specs |
Highway range = rated range × 0.78 (real-world highway efficiency factor). Trip cost at Rs. 18/kWh public DC fast charger.
| Cost Item | EV (Mahindra XEV 9e) | Petrol Car | Diesel Car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / Charging | Rs. 938 | Rs. 1796 | Rs. 1395 |
| Toll (NH-48) | Rs. 440 | Rs. 440 | Rs. 440 |
| Total One-Way | Rs. 1378 | Rs. 2236 | Rs. 1835 |
| EV savings vs petrol | Save Rs. 858 | — | — |
Assumptions: Public DC charger at Rs. 18/kWh · Petrol at Rs. 103/L, 16 kmpl · Diesel at Rs. 90/L, 18 kmpl · Toll at Rs. 440 one-way
6-lane divided expressway, smooth tarmac throughout. Well-lit and patrolled.
Avoid Friday evenings (5–9 PM) and Sunday evenings. Best departure: 6–9 AM weekdays.
FASTag mandatory at all toll plazas. Keep FASTag active to avoid delays.
Start with a 100% charge from Delhi. Even if your EV can do it non-stop, full battery means flexibility.
Use Eco or Range mode on the expressway. Reduces consumption 12–15% without a noticeable speed difference.
Leave before 8 AM to avoid Gurugram congestion, which can add 30–45 minutes.
If stopping at Kotputli, try arriving with 15–20% charge for a relaxed stop rather than a stressful one.
Last updated: June 2025
Route data: Google Maps Directions API
EV range figures: Manufacturer ARAI ratings adjusted by 0.78 highway efficiency factor
Charging stops: Google Places API and OpenChargeMap
Fuel prices: Indian Oil Corporation retail rates (June 2025) — Petrol Rs. 103/L, Diesel Rs. 90/L
Toll: NHAI official schedule
Charging cost: Average public DC fast charger rate Rs. 18/kWh
Charging stops are calculated at 70% of real-world range to ensure a safe buffer. Real-world highway range is ARAI-rated range × 0.78.