Tata Motors. If that happens, the Tata Nexon EV could claim the title for the most affordable long range EV as it's expected to start from Rs 15 lakh. At present, the sub 4-metre SUV doesn't have any direct rivals apart from the Hyundai Kona Electric and MG ZS EV. So should you spend the extra dough for the more premium EVs or save the cash? Let's find out:
First, The Difference:
|
Tata Nexon EV |
MG ZS EV |
Hyundai Kona Electric |
|
|
Prices (ex-showroom Delhi) |
Rs 15 lakh to Rs 17 lakh (expected) |
Rs 24 lakh to Rs 25 lakh (expected) |
Rs 23.72 lakh to Rs 23.91 lakh |
The price difference between the top-spec and its rivals are expected to be around Rs 6.90 lakh to Rs 8 lakh. Are the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric worth the huge price difference? Let's find out.
Dimensions:
|
Tata Nexon EV |
MG ZS EV |
Hyundai Kona Electric |
|
|
Length (mm) |
3994 |
4314 |
4180 |
|
Width (mm) |
1811 |
1809 |
1800 |
|
Height (mm) |
1607 |
1644 |
1570 |
|
Wheelbase (mm) |
2498 |
2579 |
2600 |
The Nexon EV is at a disadvantage when it comes to size. Thanks to its sub 4-metre length, it is the smallest in this bunch in terms of overall length and wheelbase. However, the Tata is the widest and the second tallest car here.
In terms of overall size, the is the biggest, followed by the Hyundai and Tata. That said, the Hyundai Kona Electric has the longest wheelbase here.
Features:
|
Tata Nexon EV |
MG ZS EV |
Hyundai Kona Electric |
|
|
Infotainment |
7-inch touchscreen |
8-inch touchscreen |
7-inch touchscreen |
|
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Connected Car Technology |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
|
Sunroof |
Yes |
Yes (Panoramic) |
Yes |
|
Climate Control |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
|
Sound system |
8-speaker Harman |
6-speaker |
6-speaker |
|
Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Drive Modes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Instrumentation |
Part Digital |
Analogue with MID |
Fully Digital |
|
Keyless entry with push button start |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Powered driver seat |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Ventilated and heated seats |
No |
No |
Yes |
|
Wireless Charger |
No |
No |
Yes |
In terms of features, the Nexon EV gets its bases right. Just like its rivals, the Tata comes with a touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, climate control, connected car technology, a sunroof, climate control, cruise control, drive modes as well as keyless entry with push button start.
However, it lacks niceties like a powered driver seat, ventilated and heated seats as well as a wireless charger, features present in the. Surprisingly, the MG ZS EV misses out on automatic climate control while the Kona Electric doesn't have connected car technology.
Safety Features:
|
Tata Nexon EV |
MG ZS EV |
Hyundai Kona Electric |
|
|
Airbags |
2 |
6 |
6 |
|
ABS with EBD |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Parking Aids |
Rear parking sensors with rear view camera |
Rear parking sensors with rear view camera |
Rear parking sensors with rear view camera |
|
ISOFIX |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Electronic Stability Control |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Tyre Pressure Monitor |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
All models here come with a minimum of dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, a rear view camera and ISOFIX mounts. The Kona Electric and ZS EV are offered with side and curtain airbags, electronic stability control and a tyre pressure monitor as well.
Powertrain:
|
Tata Nexon EV |
MG ZS EV |
Hyundai Kona Electric |
|
|
Power (PS) |
129PS |
143PS |
136PS |
|
Torque (Nm) |
245Nm |
353Nm |
395Nm |
|
0-100kmph |
9.9 seconds |
8.5 seconds |
9.7 seconds |
|
Battery Pack |
30.2kWh |
44.5kWh |
39.2kWh |
|
Range (ARAI Claimed) |
312km |
340km (MG Claimed) |
452km |
|
Fast charging time (0-80 percent) |
1 hour |
50 minutes |
57 minutes |
The Tata Nexon EV's electric motor develops 129PS and 245Nm. Yes, power and torque figures are less when compared to the ZS EV and the Kona Electric. That said, it's as quick as its rivals in the 0-100kmph run, covering it in 9.9 seconds. In comparison, the Kona Electric is just 0.2 seconds quicker than the Tata while the MG ZS EV is the fastest here.
The Tata Nexon EV utilises a 30.2kWh battery pack which is quite small when compared to its premium rivals. However, it has an impressive ARAI claimed range of 312km. On the other hand, the Kona has the highest ARAI claimed range here while MG claims the ZS EV will do 340km in a single charge.
All three models come with fast charging capability. The Nexon EV can charge from 0-80 percent in 1 hour while the Kona and ZS EV takes 57 minutes and 50 minutes respectively.
Verdict:
The Tata Nexon EV has some disadvantages when compared to its rivals. Not only is it a size smaller, it is not as powerful as its bigger rivals. However, it also comes loaded with all the features one needs, and the specifications are impressive. Considering that you'll be saving around Rs 8 lakh over its premium rivals, the Nexon EV could be the value-for-money electric SUV one might need.
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