India Electric Vehicle Financing Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | > 15.00 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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India Electric Vehicle Financing Market Analysis
Currently, the Indian electric vehicle financing market is valued at USD 2.15 billion, and it is expected to reach USD 4.37 billion, registering a CAGR of above 15% over the next five years.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the market as the electric vehicle sector across the country suffered production losses in 2020, primarily due to the halt in manufacturing activities and supply chain complexities. With the sales of electric vehicles directly impacting the growth of the financing market, the market witnessed significant growth with the restoration of sales in the second half of 2020, coupled with efforts of vehicle dealers and banking firms in the form of short-term development strategies like offers for preowned cars.
- Overall, nearly 77% of all vehicles in India are financed through banks and non-banking financial corporations (NBFCs), though this share varies across different segments. Leaders in the EV market, such as Aeron Mobility, LeasePlan, QuikLyz, and Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), allow owners to lease electric vehicles instead of owning them, thus encouraging the mass adoption of EVs, especially in government and commercial fleets.
Rising consumer interest and various awareness programs across the country undertaken by several key players operating in the market are expected to drive the demand for EVs. Further, buyers are showing a preference for costlier vehicles, and those seeking lower costs are positively influencing the demand for electric vehicle financing as it gets more organized in the country. Mainstream buyers have also started considering electric vehicles, which is evident from notable EV sales in the country. For instance,
- The overall electric vehicle sales jumped to 428,213 units in FY22, up from 134,463 units in FY2021. All these factors are anticipated to have a significant impact on the electric vehicle-financing industry in the coming years.
Apart from this, the increasing trend of digital underwriting and the adoption of effective risk management strategies by vehicle financiers are likely to augment the demand in the market. In addition, aggressive sales strategies adopted by automotive financers, especially car financiers, to stay in business are likely to boost the growth of the market in the coming years.
India Electric Vehicle Financing Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the India Electric Vehicle Financing Market according to our research experts:
Rising Penetration of Electric Vehicles in India to Spur Market Growth
The COVID-19 pandemic severely crippled the auto industry, and the disruption had an impact on demand for electric vehicles. Several government initiatives with a focus on improving the electric vehicle adoption rate in the country are expected to encourage people to opt for electric vehicles, simultaneously contributing to the EV financing market in India. However, electric passenger vehicle sales are less than one percent of total passenger vehicle sales in India. There is a strong inclination toward electric vehicles in the market. For instance,
- According to SMEV, the electric passenger car sales (April 2021 - September 2021) stood at 6,261 units and surpassed EV sales of the previous financial year (April 2020 - September 2020) of 5,905 u. The sales of electric two-wheelers (E2Ws) in the country jumped over two-fold at 2,33,971 units, driven by good traction of high-speed scooters as compared to 1,00,736 units in 2020.
The government of India has undertaken multiple initiatives to promote the manufacturing and adoption of electric vehicles in India, to reduce emissions pertaining to international conventions, and to develop e-mobility in the wake of rapid urbanization.
- The NEMMP, FAME I, and II helped create the initial interest and exposure to electric mobility. In phase two of FAME, the government announced an outlay of USD 1.4 billion through 2022. This phase focuses on the electrification of public and shared transportation through subsidizing 7090 e-buses, 500,000 electric three-wheelers, 550,000 electric passenger vehicles, and 1,000,000 electric two-wheelers.
Several states, like Delhi, Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, have formulated their own electric vehicle policies, while others are in the process of doing so. For instance,
- According to the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2020, the government plans to have at least 50% e-buses for all new stage carriage buses and aims for 25% of the new vehicles to be electric by 2024. In March 2021, the Delhi government announced its plans to introduce an interest subvention of up to 5% for electric vehicle (EV) purchases in the state.
- Telangana has set electric vehicle sales targets for 2025. The targets include the electrification of 80% 2- and 3-wheelers (motorcycles, scooters, and auto-rickshaws), 70% commercial cars (ride-hailing companies, such as Ola and Uber), 40% buses, 30% private cars, and 15% electrification of all vehicles.
Such developments in the market are anticipated to bolster the electric vehicle industry in India, creating an optimistic outlook for EV financing in the near future.
Rising Availability of Electric Vehicle Financing Options in the Country
Over recent years, auto loans for electric vehicles are playing a significant role in retail lending in India. As the economy bounces back following the pandemic, consumers are expressing an increasing affinity toward personal mobility. They are inclined to adopt personal vehicles, especially two-wheelers and passenger cars, as consumers are encouraged by several financing options available in the country, especially for electric vehicles.
The State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC, ICICI bank, and Union bank announced their plans to improve EV financing offerings and other plans to stabilize their position for the same. On the other hand, other mainstream banks, such as Yes Bank and Axis Bank, tied up with vehicle manufacturers to provide affordable EMIs for EVs. For instance,
- In July 2022, Tata Motors teamed up with Axis Bank to provide an exclusively electric vehicle dealer financing solution to its authorized passenger EV dealers. This scheme allows dealers to obtain inventory financing above and beyond their ICE finance limit at attractive rates based on repo-indexed lending rates (RLLRs). The repayment period will be between 60 and 75 days.
Further, NBFCs in the EV financing space in India operate under either a captive or non-captive model. Captive NBFCs such as Manappuram, Vedika Credit Capital, Cholamandalam, and Greaves Finance have partnered with vehicle manufacturers to provide their consumers with affordable financing. Alternatively, non-captive NBFCs, such as Three Wheels United, Redfin, and Autovert, work toward financing particular vehicle segments. For instance,
- In August 2021, Terra Motors forayed into EV financing with the launch of Terra Finance India. This move is part of the ongoing initiative by the electric automotive giant to create a sustainable ecosystem for EVs through co-creation. The finance division is launched under Terra Finance India Pvt. Ltd, which is a joint venture company, was established to promote the microfinance business that will support the purchase of EVs in India's rapidly growing commercial EV market.
Owing to the above-mentioned factors and developments, various financing options available for buying electric vehicles are likely to augment the growth of the market over the coming years.
India Electric Vehicle Financing Industry Overview
The Indian electric vehicle financing market is moderately consolidated and is in the growth phase. Competition is expected to intensify over the coming years because of the lucrative opportunities available to various players in the market. The key vendors in the market are focusing on various growth strategies, such as expansion, portfolio upgradation, and mergers and acquisitions, to increase their market share and expand their regional base. For instance,
- In September 2022, Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Limited announced that it had partnered with Tata Capital, the financial services arm of the Tata Group. Through this partnership, customers looking to buy Kinetic Green's electric two-wheelers will get access to digitally-enabled loans at Kinetic Green dealerships across India.
- In September 2022, Quiklyz, the vehicle leasing and subscription business of Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Ltd, announced its expansion into the electric mobility leasing space. The company will now offer customized leasing and subscription solutions for electric 3W and 4W to its customers.
- In November 2021, Union Bank of India slashed vehicle loan rates to 6.95% for electric four-wheelers and two-wheelers. The bank is also done away with processing fees for its 'Union Green Mile' loan. While there is no ceiling on four-wheeler loans, electric two-wheeler loans are capped at INR 10 lakh. The interest rates will start from 6.95% and will be linked to Cibil credit score.
India Electric Vehicle Financing Market Leaders
ICICI Bank
Shriram Transport Finance Company (STFC)
State Bank of India
Karur Vysya Bank
Poonawalla Fincorp Limited
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
India Electric Vehicle Financing Market News
- November 2022: Shriram Transport Finance Co. (STFC) tied up with Euler Motors (Euler) to finance electric 3-wheeler cargo vehicles for last-mile logistics solutions. The partnership is in line with the objective of a green and sustainable future that Shriram embarked upon in 2022. STFC has witnessed the rising demand for e-commerce and logistics-related vehicles and the rising need for their financing.
- October 2022: BYD India Private Limited, a subsidiary of the world's leading New Energy Vehicle manufacturer BYD, signed an MOU with the ICICI Bank to offer financing solutions for its dealers and customers. Under this partnership, ICICI Bank will provide a bouquet of financial products and solutions to BYD India's dealers and retail customers.
- August 2022: Tata Motors, India's leading automotive manufacturer, joined hands with State Bank of India, India's largest bank, to offer an Electronic Dealer Finance solution (e-DFS) to its authorized passenger EV dealers. Tata Motors has been revolutionizing the Indian automotive market with its pioneering efforts and is leading the e-mobility wave in India with a commanding market share of 89% by Q1 FY23. India currently has over 30,000 Tata EVs on the road in personal and fleet segments.
- June 2022: Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy and State Bank of India announced that they are collaborating to provide financing options to interested buyers of electric vehicles. Ather wants to ease the process of purchase of electric scooters for its purchasers by using the massive reach of the SBI in India to provide wider financing options.
India Electric Vehicle Financing Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Drivers
4.2 Market Restraints
4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Value in USD billion)
5.1 By Type
5.1.1 New Vehicles
5.1.2 Used Vehicles
5.2 By Source Type
5.2.1 OEMs
5.2.2 Banks
5.2.3 Credit Unions
5.2.4 Financial Institutions
5.3 By Vehicle Type
5.3.1 Passenger Cars
5.3.2 Commercial Vehicles
5.3.3 Two-Wheelers
5.3.4 Three-Wheelers
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Vendor Market Share
6.2 Company Profiles*
6.2.1 State Bank of India
6.2.2 Union Bank of India
6.2.3 ICICI Bank
6.2.4 Axis Bank
6.2.5 IDFC FIRST Bank
6.2.6 Tata Motors
6.2.7 Shriram Transport Finance Company (STFC)
6.2.8 Poonawalla Fincorp Limited (Formerly Magma Fincorp Limited)
6.2.9 Karur Vysya Bank
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
India Electric Vehicle Financing Industry Segmentation
Auto financing refers to financial products available for consumers to buy a car without making full payment. The scope of the report covers details about recent developments, trends, and technologies in the market.
The Indian electric vehicle financing market is segmented by type (new vehicle and used vehicle), source type (OEMs, banks, credit unions, and financial institutions), and vehicle type (passenger cars, commercial vehicles, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers). For each segment, market sizing and forecast have been done on the basis of value in USD billion.
| By Type | |
| New Vehicles | |
| Used Vehicles |
| By Source Type | |
| OEMs | |
| Banks | |
| Credit Unions | |
| Financial Institutions |
| By Vehicle Type | |
| Passenger Cars | |
| Commercial Vehicles | |
| Two-Wheelers | |
| Three-Wheelers |
India Electric Vehicle Financing Market Research FAQs
What is the current India Electric Vehicle Financing Market size?
The India Electric Vehicle Financing Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 15% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in India Electric Vehicle Financing Market?
ICICI Bank , Shriram Transport Finance Company (STFC) , State Bank of India, Karur Vysya Bank and Poonawalla Fincorp Limited are the major companies operating in the India Electric Vehicle Financing Market.
What years does this India Electric Vehicle Financing Market cover?
The report covers the India Electric Vehicle Financing Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the India Electric Vehicle Financing Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
India Electric Vehicle Financing Industry Report
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