In May 2026, the best-selling EV was the Tata Punch EV, a battery electric vehicle derived from the Tata Punch, which runs on a petrol-powered internal combustion engine. Tata Motors sold a total of 3,681 units of the Tata Punch EV. The total sales of EVs in May 2026 were 26,620; individually, the Tata Punch EV’s market share is 13.83%.
In April 2026, the sales number for the Tata Punch EV was 3,225 units; compared to the same, it registered a month-on-month growth of 14.14% with an increase of 456 units. The factor that makes this electric car the best-selling in the month of May 2026 is its smart features, large infotainment system, big battery pack, decent boot space, and affordable price.
The model that has achieved the second rank is the Mahindra XEV 9S with 3,502 units of sales and 13.16% market share. Compared to the Tata Nexon EV sales, it is just 178 units behind. In April 2026, 3,242 units were sold; compared to the same, sales have increased by 260 units, registering a month-on-month growth of 8.02%.
Currently, the Mahindra XEV 9S is available for sale with the ex-showroom price of ₹19.95 lakh to ₹29.45 lakh. Buyers prefer it over the other models because of its practicality; it comes with a seating capacity of 7 people in a 2-3-2 layout. Inside, it has a 12.3-inch display, first as a digital instrument cluster, second as an infotainment system, and third as an entertainment screen.
The third-rank holder is also from Tata Motors; it is the Tata Nexon EV with 2,649 units and a 9.95% market share. Compared to previous month sales figures, its sales in May 2026 have registered month-on-month growth of 6.00% with the sales increase of 150 units. It is available for sale with the ex-showroom price between ₹12.49 lakh and ₹17.49 lakh.
The thing that makes it more appealing is two lithium-ion battery packs that are 30 kWh and 45 kWh, giving the MIDC a range of 275 km and 489 km, respectively. Its key features are a 366-liter cargo capacity, including boot space and frunk; a 2.3-inch infotainment system with wireless connectivity support; a 9-speaker JBL premium audio setup; and vehicle-to-load capability.
The fourth one is the MG Windsor EV; JSW MG Motors India has sold 2,032 units, achieving a market share of 7.63%. In April 2026, they sold 3,296 units; compared to that, in May 2026, their sales declined by 1,264 units, registering a month-on-month degrowth of 38.35%. It is available for sale in multiple variants, whose ex-showroom price ranges from ₹14.10 lakh to ₹18.60 lakh.
Like those top 3 models, it is also available for sale with two LFP battery packs that are 38 kWh and 52.9 kWh. The MIDC range for standard battery packs is 332 km, and for the larger ones, it is 449 km. The power output is 134 bhp, and peak torque is 200 Nm for both battery packs. As a five-seater, it has 579 liters that enhance practicality.
The model got 5th rank in May 2026 EV sale is also from the Mahindra & Mahindra, it is the Mahindra XEV 9e. The carmaker sold 1,939 units covering the market share of 7.28%. Compared to April 2026 sales figures of 1,611 units, in May 2026, the XEV 9e registered a 20.36% month-on-month growth with an increase of 328 units in sales.
It is available with 59 kWh and 79 kWh lithium-ion BYD blade batteries, with the ex-showroom price ranging from ₹21.90 lakh to ₹31.25 lakh. The dashboard is equipped with 12.3-inch three displays with an up to 16-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system. Also features AR-HUD, Level 2+ ADAS, a 360° camera, and ambient lighting.