Tata Nexon.ev
The Tata Nexon.ev is a compact electric SUV starting at Rs 12,49,000 ex-showroom, built for buyers who want an EV from an established brand with a wide service network rather than a newer, less-tested name. It comes in two distinct battery sizes: a 30 kWh entry pack rated 275 km on ARAI, and a larger 46 kWh pack rated 489 km on ARAI that has been independently tested at 350 km real-world, making it the more dependable choice if you drive beyond city limits.
Is the Tata Nexon.ev right for you?
Best for
- Buyers who want a familiar, widely-serviced SUV brand for their first EV rather than a newer entrant
- City-first daily commuters who can work within the 30 kWh MR variant's 275 km ARAI-claimed range and charge overnight at home
- Buyers wanting genuine day-trip confidence, since the 46 kWh pack's 350 km real-world tested range covers most intercity runs between charges
- Buyers who value quick top-ups on the road, since the 46 kWh pack does a 10-80% DC fast charge in about 40 minutes on a 60 kW charger
Think twice if
- Buyers planning frequent long highway drives on the base 30 kWh MR variant, whose real-world range has not been independently tested and is expected to run modest against its 275 km ARAI figure on highways
- Buyers who need generous rear seat and boot space, since the Nexon.ev's cabin is tighter than newer coupe-SUV rivals in the segment
- Buyers eyeing the top Empowered+ A 45 trims (Rs 17.49-17.69 lakh), which price close enough to Tata's own pricier Curvv.ev that it is worth cross-shopping before deciding
EVz Score: 7.8 / 10 Excellent
Computed from catalogue data, not opinion, for the Fearless 45 (46 kWh) variant (the model's best). Range-based components use independently tested real-world range, never the raw claim. How the score works.
Available colours
6 exterior colours offered. Swatches are approximate on-screen representations, not official paint codes, and availability can vary by variant.
Variants, specs, on-road price and running cost
Charging: 10-80% in 56 min on 50 kW DC fast charger; AC home charging via 7.2 kW wallbox
- Ex-showroom₹12,49,000
- Road tax waived for EVs₹0
- Registration waived for EVs₹0
- Insurance (est.)₹43,715
EV road tax & registration are waived in Delhi.
At Rs 8/kWh vs Rs 105/litre, 6 km/kWh. Model your own commute in the savings calculator.
Compare all 7 variants
| Variant | Price | Battery | Range | Charging | Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative+ MR (30 kWh) | ₹12,49,000 | 30 kWh | 275 km ARAI | 10-80% in 56 min on 50 kW DC fast charger; AC home charging via 7.2 kW wallbox | 95 kW |
| Fearless+ MR (30 kWh) | ₹13,79,000 | 30 kWh | 275 km ARAI | 10-80% in 56 min on 50 kW DC fast charger; AC home charging via 7.2 kW wallbox | 95 kW |
| Creative 45 (46 kWh) | ₹14,14,000 | 46.08 kWh | 350 km real | 10-80% in ~40 min on 60 kW DC fast charger; 10-100% in ~6h 36m on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 106 kW |
| Fearless 45 (46 kWh) | ₹15,14,000 | 46.08 kWh | 350 km real | 10-80% in ~40 min on 60 kW DC fast charger; 10-100% in ~6h 36m on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 106 kW |
| Empowered 45 (46 kWh) | ₹16,14,000 | 46.08 kWh | 350 km real | 10-80% in ~40 min on 60 kW DC fast charger; 10-100% in ~6h 36m on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 106 kW |
| Empowered+ A 45 (46 kWh) | ₹17,49,000 | 46.08 kWh | 350 km real | 10-80% in ~40 min on 60 kW DC fast charger; 10-100% in ~6h 36m on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 106 kW |
| Empowered+ A 45 #DARK (46 kWh) | ₹17,69,000 | 46.08 kWh | 350 km real | 10-80% in ~40 min on 60 kW DC fast charger; 10-100% in ~6h 36m on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 106 kW |
"real" = independently tested; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Pick a variant above to see its city on-road price and running cost.
Real-world range vs ARAI claim
Real-world range is about 28% below the ARAI claim (independent test). Only the 46 kWh pack has an independently tested real-world figure (350 km against its 489 km ARAI claim); the 30 kWh pack's 275 km is an ARAI claim only, with no independent real-world test on record.
Charging and living with it
Charging: 10-80% in 56 min on 50 kW DC fast charger; AC home charging via 7.2 kW wallbox. Most owners charge overnight at home; plan public or workplace charging for longer trips. Being an established SUV nameplate, the Nexon.ev benefits from a wide Tata service network and has seen frequent feature updates across its model life, which matters for buyers wary of newer, less-proven EV brands.
5-year cost of ownership
Based on 40 km/day, the Tata Nexon.ev Creative+ MR (30 kWh) costs about ₹1,600/month to run versus ₹8,400/month for a comparable petrol car, a saving of ₹82,733/year at July 2026 prices.
| Monthly | Annual | 5-year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | ₹8,400 | ₹1,02,200 | ₹5,11,000 |
| EV | ₹1,600 | ₹19,467 | ₹97,335 |
| You save | ₹6,800 | ₹82,733 | ₹4,13,665 |
Assumes 15 km/l petrol, 6 km/kWh EV, ₹105/l petrol and ₹8/kWh electricity, 40 km/day. Figures as of July 2026.
Strengths
- Two battery choices let buyers trade price against range
- 489 km ARAI on the 45 pack is strong for the segment
- Established SUV with wide service network and frequent feature updates
- 60 kW DC fast charging on the 45 pack tops up quickly
Watch-outs
- MR (30 kWh) real-world range is modest for highway use
- Top-end 45 trims push close to the pricier Curvv.ev
- Rear seat and boot tighter than newer coupe-SUV rivals
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FAQ
What is the real-world range of the Tata Nexon.ev, not just the ARAI claim?
Only the 46 kWh pack (Creative 45 and above) has been independently tested, returning 350 km real-world against its 489 km ARAI claim. The 30 kWh MR pack is rated 275 km on ARAI, but no independent real-world test figure is available for it, so treat that number as a claimed ceiling, not a tested one.
How long does the Nexon.ev take to charge?
On the 46 kWh pack, a 60 kW DC fast charger takes it from 10-80% in about 40 minutes, and a 7.2 kW home AC wallbox takes roughly 6 hours 36 minutes for a 10-100% charge. The 30 kWh MR pack charges 10-80% in 56 minutes on a 50 kW DC fast charger, using the same 7.2 kW AC wallbox at home.
Which Nexon.ev variant should I pick?
If your driving is mostly within the city and budget is the priority, the Creative+ or Fearless+ MR (30 kWh, from Rs 12,49,000) covers daily use. If you want tested highway confidence and faster DC charging, step up to the Creative 45 (46 kWh, from Rs 14,14,000), which is the entry point into the larger, better-tested battery pack.
Is the Nexon.ev worth it over Tata's own Curvv.ev?
It depends on the variant. The base Nexon.ev trims are meaningfully cheaper, but the top Empowered+ A 45 trims (Rs 17.49-17.69 lakh) price close enough to the Curvv.ev's range that buyers stretching to that budget should compare both before committing.
Is the 30 kWh MR variant enough, or should I stretch to the 46 kWh pack?
The 30 kWh MR pack suits predictable, mostly-city driving within its 275 km ARAI-claimed range, since it lacks an independently tested real-world figure and its cons flag modest highway range. The 46 kWh pack costs more but comes with a verified 350 km real-world range and quicker 60 kW DC fast charging, which matters if you drive between cities.
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