Tata Intra EV vs Eicher Pro X: Which Electric Pickup is Best in 2026?
Two serious electric pickup trucks. One costs nearly ₹5 lakh more than the other. Here is what that gap actually buys you.
India's electric last-mile segment just became a two-horse race at the pickup level. Tata Motors has launched the Tata Intra EV Pickup at ₹11.95 lakh (ex-showroom) on 7th of March 2026. And it is going up directly against the Eicher Pro X EV, priced between ₹16.99 lakh and ₹17.99 lakh. That is not a small difference. That ₹5 lakh sitting between these two trucks is EMI for over a year for most transport operators. So before you sign any paperwork, you need to know exactly what you are paying for. And whether it is worth it.
Tata Intra EV and Eicher Pro X EV Payload Comparison
If your business lives and dies by how much you can load per trip, this is where the conversation starts.
The Tata Intra EV carries a robust payload of 1,750 kg, which Tata positions as segment-leading. The Eicher Pro X EV offers a rated payload of 1,700 kg on its 40 kWh variant, while the 32 kWh version stretches that slightly to 1,760 kg. So on raw payload numbers, both trucks are essentially matched. Neither gives you a clear loading advantage over the other.
Where they diverge is in the body itself. The Intra EV comes with long body options stretching up to 10 feet 2 inches in cargo length, making it suitable for FMCG, e-commerce, cold-chain, waste management, LPG, and dairy distribution. The Eicher Pro X EV deck measures 3,340 mm, which is among the longest loading spaces in its segment, and comes in a variety of body options for diverse last-mile applications.
Range, Battery, and the Real-World Anxiety Test
Here is where these two trucks split in a meaningful way, and it depends on which Eicher variant you are comparing.
The Intra EV runs on a 28.2 kWh IP67-rated battery with an ARAI-certified range of 211 km on a single charge. The Eicher Pro X EV offers two battery options — 32 kWh delivering 206 km of range and the larger 40 kWh pack that pushes that out to 249 km.
So if you go with the base Eicher, range is effectively the same as the Tata. If you go with the 40 kWh Pro X, Eicher pulls ahead by 38 km. But that is also the version closer to ₹18 lakh.
For a fleet running defined city routes, 211 km per charge is comfortably enough for two or even three duty cycles. The Tata's range is not a weakness. It is a practical number for the route types these vehicles are designed for.
Charging Speed Is Where Tata Intra EV Pulls Ahead
Downtime is the silent killer of EV economics for working vehicles. The faster your truck charges, the more trips it completes per day.
The Intra EV charges from 10% to 80% in just 55 minutes using the CCS2 fast charging socket. The Eicher Pro X EV with the 32 kWh battery takes 75 minutes, and the 40 kWh variant stretches to 90 minutes for the same 10-100% charge on a DC fast charger.
That 20 to 35 minute difference might not sound dramatic on paper. But across a six-day operating week, it compounds into hours of additional earning time for the Tata operator.
Motor Performance: Eicher Pro X EV Has More Torque, But Tata Is No Pushover
The Eicher Pro X EV motor delivers 80 kW of power and a peak torque of 300 Nm. The Intra EV runs a 72 kW motor producing 230 Nm of torque, with the 23% gradeability ensuring smooth operations on inclines.
Eicher's torque advantage is 300 Nm against Tata's 230 Nm. It is real and relevant if your routes involve flyovers, slopes, or hilly terrain. You will feel that difference when the truck is fully loaded and climbing. If you are purely doing flat-city delivery work, Tata's motor is more than adequate and the difference will not show in your daily operations.
The Cabin and Comfort Gap
The Eicher Pro X EV comes with an ergonomically designed cabin featuring lie-flat seats, an infotainment system, reverse camera, Driver Sleep Management, Forward Collision Warning, Remote Immobilizer, and Hill Hold Assist. It also seats three people (driver plus two) which matters if you run with a helper or cleaner.
The Intra EV gets a walk-through cabin, car-like ergonomics, electric power steering, and a quiet drivetrain. Seating is driver plus one. The technology focus is on Fleet Edge telematics rather than driver-assistance features.
If driver comfort and ADAS-level safety features matter to you or if you regularly carry a second person — the Eicher Pro X EV offers a noticeably more premium cabin experience.
Warranty and After-Sales Support
Tata is offering a 6-year or 2 lakh km warranty on the high-voltage battery. Eicher covers the Pro X EV battery for 5 years or 1.5 lakh km.
One extra year and 50,000 more kilometres of battery coverage from Tata is a meaningful safety net for a commercial operator who depends on this vehicle every single working day.
Tata backs the Intra EV with access to over 25,000 charging points and more than 200 dedicated EV service centres nationwide. Eicher's Pro X EV is compatible with over 14,000 charging points across India. For operators in Tier 2 cities or running longer intercity routes, that charging network depth matters.
Final Verdict : Which EV Pickup YOU Should Buy
The answer depends entirely on what your business looks like in practice.
Buy Tata Intra EV If
If you are a solo operator, a small fleet owner, or an entrepreneur entering the electric pickup segment for the first time, the Tata Intra EV at ₹11.95 lakh is a hard proposition to beat. You get virtually matching payload, faster charging, better battery warranty, and a wider charging network. All at nearly ₹5 lakh less. That is not a small number when you are managing loan repayments against daily revenue.
Buy Eicher Pro X EV If
If you run a fleet where driver fatigue is a real operational concern, your routes involve significant inclines, or you operate in a structured corporate logistics chain where a digital cabin and ADAS features are standard requirements. The Eicher Pro X EV justifies its premium. The 40 kWh variant with 249 km of range is also the right pick if your drivers are covering longer intercity distances without predictable charging access.
Both trucks are serious, well-engineered contenders for India's last-mile electric future. But if you are buying one truck to make a living, the Tata Intra EV gives you more earning potential at entry cost. If you are scaling a fleet with a specific tech or comfort requirement, Eicher Pro X EV is worth every rupee of the premium.
