Tata Tiago.ev
The Tata Tiago.ev is a compact electric hatchback built for Indian city buyers wanting an affordable first EV, priced from Rs 6,99,000 ex-showroom with an ARAI-claimed range of up to 285 km on its top Long Range variants. It sits as Tata's most accessible EV, aimed squarely at daily commuting and short trips rather than long highway runs.
Is the Tata Tiago.ev right for you?
Best for
- City commuters covering under 60-70 km a day who can charge at home overnight
- First-time EV buyers who want the lowest entry price in Tata's electric range (Rs 6,99,000 for the Smart 19)
- Safety-conscious buyers, since 6 airbags come standard across every variant
- Small households needing a compact hatchback for errands, school runs and short intra-city trips rather than a second highway car
Think twice if
- Frequent long-distance or highway drivers - even the 24 kWh Long Range variants top out at an ARAI-claimed 285 km, and real-world range on highways typically runs lower than ARAI figures
- Buyers who need fast on-the-go top-ups - DC fast charging peaks at only ~30 kW, slower than Tata's SUV EVs, so a 10-80% charge still takes around 35 minutes
- Anyone prioritising strong performance - motor output is a modest 45 kW on the Medium Range variants and 55 kW on the Long Range variants
EVz Score: 5.4 / 10 Fair
Computed from catalogue data, not opinion, for the Pure+ 24 (Long Range) variant (the model's best). Range-based components use the claim adjusted by Tata's measured claim-vs-real record, never the raw claim. How the score works.
Available colours
12 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: DC fast charging up to ~30 kW (10-80% in ~35 min on 24 kWh; less on 19.2 kWh); AC via 3.3 kW standard charger
- Ex-showroom₹6,99,000
- Road tax waived for EVs₹0
- Registration waived for EVs₹0
- Insurance (est.)₹24,465
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 4 variants
| Variant | Price | Battery | Range | Charging | Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart 19 (Medium Range) | ₹6,99,000 | 19.2 kWh | 226 km ARAI | DC fast charging up to ~30 kW (10-80% in ~35 min on 24 kWh; less on 19.2 kWh); AC via 3.3 kW standard charger | 45 kW |
| Pure+ 19 (Medium Range) | ₹8,49,000 | 19.2 kWh | 226 km ARAI | DC fast charging up to ~30 kW; AC via 3.3 kW standard charger (7.2 kW optional) | 45 kW |
| Pure+ 24 (Long Range) | ₹9,49,000 | 24 kWh | 285 km ARAI | 10-80% in ~35 min on 30 kW DC; 10-100% in ~3.5h on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 55 kW |
| Creative+ 24 (Long Range) | ₹9,99,000 | 24 kWh | 285 km ARAI | 10-80% in ~35 min on 30 kW DC; 10-100% in ~3.5h on 7.2 kW AC wallbox | 55 kW |
"real" = independently tested; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Pick a variant above to see its city on-road price and running cost.
Charging and living with it
Charging: DC fast charging up to ~30 kW (10-80% in ~35 min on 24 kWh; less on 19.2 kWh); AC via 3.3 kW standard charger. Most owners charge overnight at home; plan public or workplace charging for longer trips. The base 3.3 kW AC charger on the Smart 19 will be slow for an overnight top-up; where possible, step up to a 7.2 kW wallbox (standard on both 24 kWh Long Range variants) to bring a full charge down to around 3.5 hours.
5-year cost of ownership
Based on 40 km/day, the Tata Tiago.ev Smart 19 (Medium Range) 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
- Lowest entry price of any Tata EV
- Easy to drive and park in the city
- 6 airbags standard and a large touchscreen on higher trims
Watch-outs
- Even the 24 kWh LR is best suited to city/short trips
- Slower charging than the SUVs (30 kW DC peak)
- Modest 45-55 kW motor output
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FAQ
What is the real-world range of the Tata Tiago.ev?
There is no independently tested real-world range figure available yet for the Tiago.ev - only ARAI-claimed range, which is 226 km on the 19.2 kWh Medium Range variants and 285 km on the 24 kWh Long Range variants. Treat these as lab-test ceilings; expect a noticeably lower number in daily city and highway driving once AC, load and traffic are factored in.
Which Tiago.ev variant should I buy?
If your daily driving stays under 40-50 km and budget is the priority, the Smart 19 at Rs 6,99,000 (226 km ARAI, 45 kW motor) covers most city needs. For a bigger range buffer, the Pure+ 24 at Rs 9,49,000 (285 km ARAI, 55 kW motor, 7.2 kW AC wallbox included) is the stronger middle option. The Creative+ 24 at Rs 9,99,000 uses the same battery and motor as Pure+ 24 but adds more features on top.
How long does the Tiago.ev take to charge?
On DC fast charging (up to ~30 kW), the 24 kWh Long Range variants go from 10-80% in about 35 minutes; the smaller 19.2 kWh Medium Range pack charges a little quicker to the same 80% mark on the same peak power. At home, a 7.2 kW AC wallbox (standard on both 24 kWh variants, optional on Pure+ 19) does a 10-100% charge in about 3.5 hours; the base 3.3 kW AC charger fitted on Smart 19 will take considerably longer overnight.
Is the Tiago.ev good value against rivals?
Spanning Rs 6,99,000 to Rs 9,99,000 ex-showroom across four variants, the Tiago.ev is priced as Tata's entry point into EVs, undercutting its own SUV electric models. The exact running-cost advantage over petrol depends on your local electricity tariff and how much you drive, but home charging is generally far cheaper per km than fuel for this kind of city-first usage.
Is the Tata Tiago.ev safe?
6 airbags are standard across the entire Tiago.ev range, a strong safety baseline for this price segment, and the higher Pure+ 24 and Creative+ 24 trims add a larger touchscreen as well.
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