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Tata Ace EV: The Electric Version of India’s Favourite Chhota Hathi

Updated on 09th January, 2026, By Abhijeet Warak
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Tata Ace EV: The Electric Version of India’s Favourite Chhota Hathi

Tata Motors has built its legacy by addressing India’s transportation needs. After the success of Chota Haathi, Tata Motors is introducing different variants of the Tata Ace EV. These models carry forward the strengths of the Chhota Haathi while meeting modern consumer expectations and supporting a more sustainable future. This blog covers everything you need to know about Tata Ace EV, including its new features and price range.

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Why "Chhota Hathi" is Going Electric?

There was a time when no compact commercial vehicle in India offered both high load capacity and efficient performance. To bridge this gap, Tata Motors introduced the iconic Chhota Haathi, which became a lifeline for operators and small businesses for the last mile deliveries. It was a mini truck with a compact design and impressive carrying capacity, which became a landmark innovation. As soon as Tata Motors introduced this mini truck, it gained popularity and became known as “Chota Haathi,” and it gave Tata Motors an advantage over the untapped market sector.

The Chhota Haathi was designed for Indian roads. It could easily navigate narrow lanes, busy city streets, and rural routes, even in difficult conditions. It quickly became a reliable solution for small businesses and last mile transportation needs. The brand has now launched the electric version of Chhota Haathi, which is Tata ACE EV. It is a technologically advanced electric commercial vehicle providing holistic solutions to e-commerce companies for sustainable intra-city transportation.

What sets Tata Ace EV apart from the rest?

The Tata Ace EV helps businesses help maintain fuel costs while adopting future-ready electric technology. With zero emissions and efficient performance, it enables operators to go green without compromising on profitability.

Affordable Price Range

Whenever you look at something, the first thought that comes into your mind is, “What is the cost of this product?”. Is it affordable? The Tata Motors Ace EV mini trucks price range starts from Rs. 6,50,000 (Ex-Showroom*), which makes it an affordable and smart choice for small businesses for last mile deliveries.

When performance meets efficiency

The Tata Ace EV has a max power of 21.3 KW and a torque of 130 Nm with a Lithium-Ion Iron phosphate (LFP) Battery. It also comes with a gradeability of 22% allowing it to handle inclines and rough terrains easily. This Mini truck is equipped with Rigid front & Rear suspension with Leaf springs, ensuring stability when it is loaded to even maximum capacity.

The Tata Ace EV has a dual circuit hydraulic disc and drum braking system that ensures safe and reliable braking in all driving conditions.

Payload and Built for Indian Roads

With the growing number of vehicles on Indian roads, there was a need for a vehicle that could move smoothly through small lanes, narrow routes, and busy streets. Tata Ace EV is specially manufactured for this purpose.

The Tata Ace EV offers a payload capacity starting from 600 kg and going up to 1000 kg, making it ideal for cargo transport, e-commerce, and parcel delivery. It measures around 3800 mm in length, 1500 mm in width, and 2365 mm in height, making it compact yet practical.

Its strong chassis and 2100 mm wheelbase improve durability and ensure reliable performance, making the Tata Ace EV perfect for daily urban and semi-urban operations.

Cost efficiency and Smart Saving

The Tata Ace EV is made in such a way that it saves cost and requires minimal maintenance. It has fewer moving parts, so it requires less servicing, which leads to higher uptime and reliability. The efficient build helps in long-term savings and makes it an economical and practical choice for small and medium businesses. Additionally, the truck offers ample cargo storage, enabling efficient deliveries.

Modern Fleet Owners

ADAS system is designed to assist drivers to avoid potential hazards on the road. In case the driver is feeling sleepy or his eyes is getting blinked, it immediately provides departure warnings, emergency braking assistance,       and collision avoidance system which helps in reducing accidents. In this way, drivers are safe when there is a chance of accident.

What is the advantage of choosing Tata Ace EV?

Tata Motors is setting the benchmark for commercial vehicle by bringing cutting edge technology and integrating ADAS system. It is providing smart features such as telematics, fast-charging and urban cargo transportation.

  1. Fleet Edge Telematics: The Tata Ace EV comes with smart connectivity and fleet edge telematics, which helps in vehicle tracking, trip management and driver alert notifications. It ensures safety for fleet operator. Fleet edge helps in planing your trip easily and monitoring it well. The monthly calendar helps in navigating through weeks and monthly plans.
  2. Track and Trace: It provides the accurate location and movement of vehicles, which helps in accountability and safety.
  3. Geo Fencing: The mini truck is integrated with a GPS tracking system, which helps in tracking and providing comprehensive data for decision making.
  4. Trip and Fuel management: Through this, you can also know fuel consumption expenses, which helps in managing cost.
  5. Eco-friendly: Tata Motors is redefining its future purposes by adapting to EV as this will reduce the pollution and save the planet.

Hence, Tata Ace Ev is revolutionizing the commercial vehicle sector by going green, building cutting edge technology and solving the problems of millions of people.

What Are the Leading Tata Ace EV Models in India?

The Tata Ace EV is a modern technology which sustains applications like e-commerce, courier & parcel, FMCG and waste management. It does come in different models. Here are some of them:

Model Name

Payload Capacity (kg)

Starting Price (Ex-Showroom*)

ACE Pro EV

750

Rs. 6,50,000

ACE EV

600

Rs. 10,51,000

ACE EV 1000

1000

Rs. 11,30,000 – 11,50,000

Is the Tata Ace EV Right for Your Business?

Tata Ace EV is building its legacy in the four-wheeler commercial vehicle segment, inspiring confidence in business owners and fleet managers about its proven track record. It addressed common challenges faced by operators and brought cutting-edge EVOGEN-powered mini trucks that run on low-emission energy.

The Tata Ace EV is a popular choice due to its multiple variants, providing fleet managers with flexible options that suit diverse operational needs. Its user-friendly design, fast charging, high payload capacity, and zero carbon emissions. It also helps reduce fuel expenses, making it an economical and sustainable solution for modern businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions On Tata Ace EV: The Electric Version of India’s Favourite Chhota Hathi

1. How far can Tata Ace EV run on a single charge?

The Tata Ace EV can cover an average distance of 150–161 km on a single charge, making it ideal for last-mile deliveries.

The Tata Ace Ev price range starts from Rs. 6,50,000 (Ex-Showroom*).

The Tata Ace EV carrying capacity load starts around 600 kg and goes up to 1000 kg.

Yes, Tata Ace EV comes with zero emissions, low operating cost, and suitable range and payload for city logistics.

Abhijeet Warak
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Abhijeet Warak
Abhijeet holds an M.Tech degree and has over 3 years of experience working in the vehicle and agriculture ecosystem, with hands-on exposure to tractors, farm machinery, and commercial vehicles. Driven by a strong passion for the vehicle industry and agriculture, he explains technical and Agri-related topics in a clear, practical, and user-first manner. Currently, he works as a Content Manager.
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