Discover the New Sub-Compact SUV: Features, Performance, and Safety
This article explores a powerful and feature-packed new sub-compact SUV. It presents a muscular design and offers a range of modern conveniences for a comfortable and safe driving experience.
Smart Key Features
The car comes with a smart key that includes buttons for locking, unlocking, opening the boot, and controlling the full lamps. The vehicle also sports a prominent logo at the back.
Variants and Customization
This SUV offers four main variants: Smart Optional, Pure, Creative, and Fearless. Each variant also provides options for customization packs. For instance, the Creative Plus S variant includes specific advanced features like a sunroof.
Bold Front Design and Lighting
The front profile is muscular and tough. It features a gloss black front grill with a prominent logo. The Creative Plus S variant includes a 360-degree camera placement and two front parking sensors. Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) are dual-functional, paired with automatic LED headlamps that offer excellent light throw. This variant does not include fog lamps. The car also boasts a ground clearance of 208 millimeters. It comes prepared with rain-sensing dual wipers and washer system.
Dynamic Side View and Wheel Specifications
From the side, the car showcases 16-inch alloy wheels. The tires have a profile of 215/60 R16, with radial construction. Black body cladding runs along the side. The Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs) integrate cameras for the 360-degree view, similar to the front grill. It features a blackout A-pillar and silver-finished roof rails. A shark fin antenna is located at the rear, along with blackout C-pillars. A sunroof is available in ‘S’ variants like the Creative Plus S. The car comes with a 3-year or 100,000-kilometer warranty, which can be extended for an additional charge. Front wheels are equipped with disc brakes, while the rear features normal drum brakes. The fuel tank capacity is 44 liters.
Stylish Rear with Connected LED Tail Lights
The rear profile is especially attractive, featuring connected LED backlights that create a striking appearance. It includes a logo, a reverse parking camera, and integrated indicators. There is a hidden rear wiper and an integrated spoiler, but no defogger. The bumper is dual-tone and includes two reverse parking sensors. A white skid plate is present at the rear, mirroring the front design, along with reflectors and a reverse light.
Practical Boot and Storage
The boot can be opened easily using a sensor. It offers a generous boot space of 382 liters, ideal for luggage. A parcel tray is provided and can be removed as needed. For convenience, there is a 12V charging outlet and a boot light. Two hooks, each capable of holding 3 kg, are also available. The spare wheel, located beneath, is 16 inches, matching the main tires, and includes a jack and other tools.
Comfortable and Connected Interior
The doors feature dual-tone black and beige trims with white inner door handles and chrome door openers. Power window controls are present, along with child locks on the rear doors. The seats are fabric, with leather options in the top model. Seat covers and scuff plates are available as accessories. Rear passengers benefit from ample legroom and thigh support. Rear AC vents are included, but no charging outlet is available in the back. The car offers six airbags, with branding visible on the pillars. Grab handles and hooks are also provided. The rear features two adjustable headrests and three-point seatbelts. The rear seats can be fully folded down, but do not offer a 60:40 split option. A sunroof is visible from the rear seats, especially in variants like the Creative Plus S.
Advanced Digital Cockpit and Touchscreen
The driver’s side features a smart key with a request sensor for locking and unlocking. All four power window controls, chrome door openers, and ORVM adjustment controls are conveniently placed. The dashboard is expansive and includes a large touchscreen, automatic climate control, and a fully digital instrument cluster.
The digital cluster is large and displays various check lights, an RPM meter, fuel gauge, temperature bars, and a multi-information display (MID) showing trip details, average mileage, and range. The steering wheel is a two-spoke, flat-bottom design with an illuminated logo. It includes controls for cruise control and MID on the right, and telephonic and infotainment functions on the left. The steering wheel is tilt-adjustable. Controls for automatic headlamps and rain-sensing wipers are also present.
A 10.25-inch touchscreen takes center stage, supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. While this variant has some bezels, the top models offer a bezel-less screen. The climate control system, including fan speed and temperature, can be operated directly from the touchscreen. A highlight is the very clear 360-degree camera system, considered one of the best in its segment. Below the AC vents, a touch panel provides controls for various functions, including boot unlock, vehicle lock/unlock, 360-degree camera activation, and AC settings.
For charging, there’s a 12V outlet, a Type A USB port, and a Type C USB port. The car features a six-speed manual transmission and a manual handbrake. Three drive modes—City, Eco, and Sport—are available. Two glass holders are provided, but this variant does not include an armrest. The glove box is deep, cooled, and includes space for glasses and documents. The Inside Rear View Mirror (IRVM) is auto-dimming. White LED roof lights are present, along with an indicator for the co-driver airbag status and a microphone. The sunroof can be opened and closed with one-touch operation or via voice command. The driver’s sun visor has a ticket holder, and the passenger’s sun visor includes a vanity mirror.
Diverse Engine Options and Robust Performance
The NexN offers a unique range of engine options in its sub-compact SUV segment, including Petrol, Diesel, EV, and CNG (with a twin-cylinder setup for CNG).
The petrol variant is powered by a 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder Revotron petrol engine. It produces 118 bhp of power and 170 Nm of torque, with a claimed mileage of 18-19 kmpl. The engine bay includes insulation for improved refinement.
For the diesel option, there’s a 1.5-liter diesel engine delivering 114 bhp of power and 260 Nm of torque. This diesel variant is expected to offer a mileage of over 20 kmpl.
Top-Tier Safety Features
Safety is a priority, with the NexN earning a 5-star safety rating. It is equipped with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), six airbags, reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, a speed alert system, seatbelt warning, engine immobilizer, crash sensors, and Electronic Stability Program (ESP), among many other safety features.
Pricing Information for Creative Plus S Variant (Manual Transmission)
For the Creative Plus S petrol manual variant, the ex-showroom price is ₹1,150,000, and the on-road price is approximately ₹1,330,000.
The diesel variant of the Creative Plus S has an ex-showroom price of ₹1,290,000, with an on-road price around ₹1,493,000.
