Autobest Emperio, a New Delhi–based premium automotive dealership, has doubled its pre-owned luxury EV inventory over the last one year, driven by rising consumer demand for premium electric vehicles at significantly lower ownership costs.
The surge comes as luxury EV buyers increasingly shift towards the secondary market, where high-end electric vehicles witness nearly 40–50% depreciation within the first two years. This has created a strong value proposition for buyers seeking flagship luxury EVs at prices comparable to new entry-level luxury ICE vehicles.
According to the company, pre-owned luxury EV enquiries now account for nearly 15–20% of total luxury EV related enquiries. At present, the category contributes around 20–25% of Autobest Emperio’s overall sales portfolio.
“Luxury EV buyers today are far more value conscious than before. Customers are willing to buy a 2 year old premium EV if they are getting flagship technology, performance, and luxury at almost half the original price. We are seeing a major shift in buyer mindset, especially in metro markets,” said Avneet Singh Kohli, Founder, Autobest Emperio.
The company said improving charging infrastructure and reduced range anxiety across key metro cities are further accelerating adoption among affluent and tech-savvy buyers.
To strengthen customer confidence, Autobest Emperio has expanded its focus on battery health certification and technology backed vehicle diagnostics, as EV buyers continue to prioritise transparency around battery performance and long-term reliability.
The rising demand is also influencing Autobest Emperio’s expansion strategy. The company’s Gurgaon expansion is aimed at strengthening its presence in Delhi-NCR, which remains the largest market for luxury EV adoption due to stronger charging infrastructure, higher corporate wealth concentration, and increasing premium EV penetration.
Beyond Delhi-NCR, cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad are emerging as key growth markets for pre-owned luxury EVs.
Looking ahead, Autobest Emperio plans to increase the share of EVs within its overall inventory to nearly 50–60% over the next 12–18 months, driven by growing consumer acceptance and the increasing availability of premium EVs entering the secondary market.
