Tata Nexon EV (2026 Model / Nexon.ev 45) is India's bestselling electric SUV, now upgraded on the Acti.ev platform with a larger 45kWh battery, longer range and enhanced safety/tech for city families and highway commuters.

Key Design Highlights

Compact SUV stance (3994x1811x1616mm) with connected LED DRLs/headlamps/taillamps, panoramic sunroof, 16-inch alloys, roof rails and 205mm ground clearance; dual-tone colours available. Boot: 350L expandable; frunk for cables.

Battery, Range and Powertrain

45kWh lithium-ion battery (IP67-rated) with 142bhp/215Nm permanent magnet motor; claimed 489km IDC range, 8.9s 0-100kmph. Drive modes: Eco/City/Sport; 4-level regen braking; V2V/V2L charging support.

Charging Capabilities

7.2kW AC: 10-100% in 6.5hrs; 60kW DC: 10-100% in 40mins (20-80% faster); 15A plug: ~18hrs; 8yr/1.6Lkm warranty.

Interior Features

12.3-inch touchscreen + digital cluster, JBL 8-speaker audio, wireless AA/CP, ventilated seats, auto AC, cruise control, paddle shifters, voice sunroof and UPI payments. 5-seater with rear AC vents, 60:40 split seats.

Safety and ADAS

6 airbags, ESC, 360-camera, TPMS, hill-hold/descent; Level 2 ADAS (AEB, lane-keep, blind-spot, traffic sign recognition, adaptive high beam). 5-star Bharat NCAP rating.

Pricing and Positioning

Ex-showroom ₹12.49-16.29 lakh (Creative/Fearless/Empowered variants); rivals MG ZS EV with superior range/safety at lower price. Ideal urban EV for 300-400km weekly use with low running costs (~₹1-2/km).