Tata nexon EV facelift revealed ahead of its launch

Tata nexon EV facelift revealed ahead of its launch

Compared to the Nexon ICE edition, the refreshed Nexon.ev offers distinctive design features.

Tata Nexon EV

The Nexon EV has now been unveiled by Tata Motors. This is the Nexon EV's first mid-cycle upgrade, albeit it has been rebranded to Nexon EV. Unlike the ICE version, which has undergone its second facelift, both the ICE and EV versions still feature a similar design.

The Nexon EV receives efficiency-enhancing mechanical improvements to the powertrain in addition to aesthetic and feature updates. Bookings and price announcements for the Nexon EV revamp will take place on September 9 and September 14, respectively.

Tata Nexon EV facelift Exterior

Tata Nexon.ev

Updates to the Tata Nexon EV are motivated by the Curvv idea, just like the ICE Nexon. With the exception of the electric blue accents, the previous Nexon and Nexon EV models were virtually identical, but the facelifted models stand out more. Tata Motors asserts that the updated design is more aerodynamic and that even the new LED lighting components use less energy, which increases range.On the EV, the upper part of the grille now has a single-tone, body-colored finish rather than the contrasting black finish found on the ICE variants. The trapezoidal headlight housings and the lower portion of the grille, meanwhile, sport a distinctive slatted design; the latter even has useful air vents. The full-width LED light band that runs across the nose of the EV, which is an exact copy of the Curvv idea and even serves a practical use by indicating the state of charging, is, however, its most distinguishing feature. 

The 2023 Nexon EV receives the same split headlight design as the normal Nexon, as well as trapezoidal housings for the main cluster and sequential LED daytime running lights (DRLs), a sizable grille on the lower bumper with a thick plastic bar running across it, and a faux-silver skid plate.  The 2023 Tata Nexon EV's profile is mostly unaltered, but its alloys now have a new look that matches the ICE variants. Again, the Nexon EV 2023 shares many exterior features with the ICE version in the rear, including connected LED taillamps, a prominent roof-mounted spoiler, a substantial bumper finished in the body color, and contrasting black and silver accents. It also sports a "EV" badge on its back.

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Tata Nexon EV facelift interior

The Nexon EV facelift dashboard shares the same look as the standard Nexon. It receives an entirely new layered design with numerous textures and materials, including piano black surfaces, soft touch materials, and a trim that looks like carbon fiber. Meanwhile, a gear lever with a vintage appearance has replaced the center console's rotary drive selector.The top-spec model has a class-leading 12.3-inch touchscreen with an entirely new user interface, which is larger than the 10.25-inch screen on the ICE Nexon. A new 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster with a navigation display, a two-spoke lighted steering wheel, and touch-based HVAC controls with toggle switches are also included. Even the touch-based climate controls are rather easy to use and have sharp, high resolution visuals on the panels. With few tactile controls, it has the air of a high-tech cabin.

Tata Nexon EV interior

Tata Nexon EV 2023 gets a 360-degree camera, linked car technology, a wireless charger, heated front seats, an air purifier, fast charging type-C ports, a single-pane sunroof, a JBL-branded sound system, voice controls, OTA updates, and more are included on the top-spec Nexon EV facelift. Tata has also released a brand-new Arcade.ev app suite, which enables you to stream content from OTT services like Prime Video, Disney+, Hotstar, and others.  

Tata nexon EV facelift safety features

 In terms of safety, Tata nexon EV gets six airbags, ABS and ESC as standard, front parking sensors, blind view monitor, three-point seat belts for all seats, ISOFIX anchors, hill descent and ascent control, all-wheel disc brakes, panic brake alert, and emergency and breakdown call assist are among the safety features on the Nexon facelift. Tata also asserts that the body structure has been strengthened for better side pole protection.  

Tata Nexon EV 2023

Tata Nexon EV facelift powertrain

Tata Motors has abandoned the Prime and Max prefixes in favor of Medium Range (MR) and Long Range (LR) to distinguish between the two Nexon models with this 2023 Nexon EV. The Nexon EV 2023 MR and LR each retain their current batteries of 30 and 40.5 kWh, respectively. The range has increased despite the fact that battery sizes have stayed the same. Due in part to better aerodynamics and other efficiency measures, the MR's stated range is 325 km and the LR's is 465 km, both of which are 12 km longer than before. The battery maintains IP67 security requirements. 

The batteries in both models can now be fully charged from 10 to 100 percent in 4.3 hours for the MR and 6 hours for the LR using a regular 7.2kW AC charger. That period is shortened to just 56 minutes for both variants when using a DC fast charger. As of right now, the electric SUV is also capable of V2V (vehicle to vehicle) and V2L (vehicle to load) charging, allowing you to use it to charge other electrical devices or even another EV. Tata asserts that the Nexon EV facelift is equipped with tires that have the lowest rolling resistance in the nation to promote the cause of efficiency.  

Tata nexon EV colours

A new Gen-2 permanent magnet synchronous motor is now available for the Nexon EV 2023, which is touted to be 20 kg lighter, utilize 30% fewer rare earth minerals, and have better cooling, battery management, and more efficient parts. The paddle shifters can be used to adjust the four-level brake regeneration, which is boosted by 10–15%.The MR and LR both produce 215Nm of torque and 129 horsepower, respectively, as outputs. It's interesting to note that while power outputs have remained constant, torque on the MR variant has actually decreased by 30 Nm, while it has decreased by 38 Nm on the LR variant. The LR is advertised by Tata as having a 0-100kph sprint time of 8.9 seconds, a top speed of 150kph, and improved NVH levels. Three driving options are available: Eco, City, and Sport.

Tata Nexon EV facelift variants

The three primary trims for the MR and LR variants are Creative, Fearless, and the highest-spec Empowered. These trims, which Tata refers to as "Personas," each have distinctive features like exterior colors and inside upholstery. Additional optional packages for these trims are indicated by a "+" suffix. While the LR is only offered in the Fearless and Empowered trims, the MR variation is offered in all three trims. 

Tata Nexon EV facelift price and rivals

The Mahindra XUV400 EV is the only direct competitor of the Nexon.ev facelift in this market. Regarding pricing, it will undoubtedly cost more than the previous model considering all the technological, mechanical, and equipment advancements it includes. For comparison, the ex-showroom price for the current 2023 Nexon EV is between Rs. 14.49 lakh and Rs. 19.54 lakh.