Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) EiV 22 (Double Decker)
Electric double-decker bus · 4W · Launched 2023
₹3.80-4.50 Crore
Ex-showroom India
Range
250 km
Battery
480 kWh
Top speed
70 km/h
Charge
5 hr
Power
280 bhp
Seats
65
Available colors
Overview
India's first electric double-decker bus, deployed on premium Mumbai BEST routes.
Best for
Major-city transport corporations on dense routes
Pros & cons
+Pros
- India's first electric double-decker
- 65 passengers
- Mumbai BEST iconic livery
- Independent HVAC zones
−Cons
- Upper-deck AC needs zone-switching
- Range 180-200 km loaded (vs 250 claim)
- Tilt warning at sharp turns
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Full troubleshooting guide
Quick-Fix Tips for Switch Mobility EiV 22 — Keep It Running Smoothly
Step-by-step fixes for the 3 most-reported faults, with difficulty + cost ratings. Written by ev.care's DIYguru-certified technicians.
Read the full guideImportant: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Upper-deck AC zone-switching learning curve
Reported in earlier models — Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) has released fixes for newer batches.
Staircase LED controller failure
Reported in earlier models — Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) has released fixes for newer batches.
Tilt warnings during turns
Reported in earlier models — Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) platforms. We've completed thousands of Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1Route can accommodate double-decker height/turns
- 2Charging depot suitable for higher pack
- 3Depot charging infrastructure capex is a major component of TCO
- 4Compare GCC (Gross Cost Contract) vs outright purchase per state policy
- 5Battery warranty under STU operations differs from private fleet
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 480 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 250 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 5 hours |
| Fast charge | DC fast charge (depot CCS2, 100-150 kW typical) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 70 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 280 bhp |
| Torque | — |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | RWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 210 mm |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | 65 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) EiV 22 (Double Decker). Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹15.20 Lakh(4%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.09 Cr |
Mumbai | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹41.80 Lakh(11%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.35 Cr |
Bengaluru | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹30.40 Lakh(8%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.24 Cr |
Hyderabad | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹34.20 Lakh(9%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.28 Cr |
Chennai | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹30.40 Lakh(8%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.24 Cr |
Pune | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹38.00 Lakh(10%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.31 Cr |
Ahmedabad | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹22.80 Lakh(6%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.16 Cr |
Kolkata | ₹3.80 Cr | ₹19.00 Lakh(5%) | ₹13.30 Lakh | ₹4.12 Cr |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) EiV 22 (Double Decker)
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The Switch Mobility (Ashok Leyland) EiV 22 (Double Decker) scores 7.2/10 overall. Best suited for: Major-city transport corporations on dense routes. Key strength: india's first electric double-decker. Main consideration: upper-deck ac needs zone-switching.
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