Tata Tigor EV Hits 2.26 Lakh km with Almost Zero Battery Degradation – A Real-World Milestone
A Gurgaon-based Tigor EV has crossed 2.26 lakh km in just three years with almost unchanged range — a rare real-world EV durability milestone.
Key Highlights
- Vehicle: Tata Tigor EV (25 kWh battery variant) used commercially.
- Distance covered: 2,26,403 km in about 3 years.
- Reported full-charge range: ~200 km with AC — unchanged since new.
- Frequent fast-charging, yet no major battery degradation.
Why This Story Matters
Many EV buyers fear long-term battery degradation and expensive replacements. The Tigor EV used heavily as a commercial cab tells a very different story — one of stability and longevity.
With over 2.26 lakh km and almost no range drop, this case resets expectations about real-world EV durability.
Ownership Snapshot: 3 Years, 2.26 Lakh km
The owner used this Tigor EV as a cab in the Delhi–NCR region, especially Gurgaon. Daily long-distance usage makes it a perfect stress-test for EV durability.
The car still delivers ~200 km per charge with the AC on — almost identical to when it was new.
Battery Health: A Real-World Myth Buster
Even after 2 lakh+ kms, the battery shows minimal degradation — a strong indicator of Tata’s battery management and thermal engineering.
Despite frequent DC fast charging, performance remains stable, contradicting the common belief that fast charging quickly kills EV batteries.
Running Costs & Daily Economics
A full charge costs roughly ₹180, while one full cycle earns the owner close to ₹1,800 — a 10× return per charge.
Maintenance costs have been very low despite the high mileage — a major confidence booster for potential EV owners.
What This Means for EV Buyers
This case proves that EV batteries can last far longer than many assume — even under commercial stress.
- Good charging habits help, but the BMS does most of the work.
- Fast charging is perfectly fine occasionally.
- If a cab can survive 2.26 lakh km, private owners can expect even better battery life.
Final Word
The Tata Tigor EV’s 2.26 lakh km milestone with near-zero battery fade is solid proof of the Indian EV industry’s maturity.
For new buyers, this case removes much of the fear around range drop and battery replacement.
