Tata Nexon EV

Exterior

Initial impressions are really good. That coupe-like roofline is stunning, while the flowing lines and pumped-up wheel arches add to the character of the car. Up-front, the glossy front grille looks imposing with beautifully shaped Range Rover-inspired projector headlamps, which also get LED DRLs. What separates the regular Nexon from the Nexon EV are those blue accents all over the car. The flat bonnet is different from the car it replaces; so is the chunkier front bumper along with tri-star elements on the lower half of the bumper, while at the rear, the triangular-shaped clear-lens tail lamps are perfectly suited for the rear, with a huge silver accent running from one end to another. Thanks to 209mm of ground clearance, and those 16-inch alloy wheels, the Tata Nexon EV new model stands pretty tall. Tata's 'IMPACT' design philosophy sure seems convincing. 

Variants

The Tata Nexon EV variants are as follows: XM, XZ+ and XZ+ Lux. Features include an 8-speaker system from Harman, voice-based warnings like a low-fuel warning, seatbelt reminder and parking brake release alert. There's also a wearable key for the wrist that gives you access to the ignition, a host of smartphone applications, smart-key and push-start button, steering-mounted audio controls, leatherette upholstery, powered sunroof, auto headlamps and wipers, 35 app-based connectivity features for vehicle security, remote commands and location-based services, automatic climate control, and a 7.0-inch floating touchscreen that comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. On the safety front, it comes equipped with reverse parking assist, traction control, ESP, ABS with EBD, dual front airbags and ISOFIX child-seat mounts. 

Interior

The cabin has been refreshed for 2020, and the levels of fit-and-finish are top-notch. The dull-white and black combination looks very attractive, and the shape of the dashboard looks modernistic. It gets blue highlights as well; so does the upholstery. You'll also notice the part-digital instrument cluster that sports a part-digital coloured display that shows information like projected battery range, a graph showing power usage and state of charge. The steering looks sportier than before and there's also a rotary gear selector. Loads of room is available on the inside - enough to keep occupants pampered. The front seats offer good thigh support, while you can also stretch your limbs a fair bit, as the footwell seems nice and large. You will also notice three driving modes: Eco, City, and Sport. Also, the Tata Nexon EV comes with a 350-litre boot capacity, and thanks to the 60:40 ratio split rear seats, the luggage space increases to 690-litres with the seats folded. 

Engine Specifications & Performance

The Tata Nexon is powered by a permanent magnet motor that produces 127bhp and 245Nm of torque. The motor extracts power from a 30.2kWh T-shaped battery pack that is placed under the cabin floor. Thanks to the weight of the battery, the Nexon EV is heavier than the diesel-powered Nexon. The battery pack also conforms with the IP 67 standard, making it water-resistant up to one metre. The company also offers an 8-year or 1,60,000km warranty on the electric motor and battery pack. There's a strong surge of power when you put your foot down. Throttle responses are nice and linear. Select 'Sport' mode, and that's when the acceleration feels stronger. And it can reach a top speed of 120kph. Ride quality is really plush, meaning they've got the suspension setup spot-on. There is hardly any body roll around corners, and the Nexon seemed planted at high speeds too. The Tata Nexon EV on-road price, therefore, is well-justified, even if it’s at par with some slightly larger SUVs. 

Mileage 

The Tata Nexon's ARAI-certified driving range figure is rated at 312kms for the EV model.