Discover the Tata Nexon: A Feature-Packed Compact SUV
The Tata Nexon stands out as a strong contender in the compact SUV segment. This article provides a detailed look at one of its top variants, highlighting its features, performance, and what makes it a popular choice for car buyers.
Pricing and Engine Options
The Tata Nexon offers excellent value, with the base model starting from an ex-showroom price of ₹7,69,000. The top variant can go up to approximately ₹14 Lakh on-road in Lucknow.
Under the hood, the Nexon offers both petrol and diesel engine choices:
- Petrol Engine: A 1.2-liter Revotron engine produces 118 HP and 170 Nm of torque, delivering a mileage of about 17 kmpl.
- Diesel Engine: A 1.5-liter engine generates 108 HP and 260 Nm of torque, offering an approximate mileage of 22 kmpl. Both engine options come with manual and automatic transmission choices.
Exterior Design and Styling
The Tata Nexon boasts a broad and muscular road presence. You can see it in a vibrant green color, with other options like white, red, blue, and grey also available.
Key exterior highlights include:
- Front Profile: Projector automatic headlights for low beam, halogen lights for high beam, indicators, and DRLs. Halogen fog lamps with a stylish silver finish are also present. The front bumper includes parking sensors and Tata’s distinctive ‘humanity line’ design in silver and black.
- Side Profile: The vehicle features 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels (215/60 R16 tires), glossy black auto-fold ORVMs with integrated indicators, and matte black A and C pillars. Silver-finished roof rails, a shark fin antenna, and an electric sunroof add to its premium look.
- Rear Profile: The back features a prominent Tata logo, a reverse parking camera, a rear wiper, a defogger, and a high-mount stop lamp. The black bumper incorporates a ‘Tri-Arrow’ design, two ultrasonic parking sensors, and a rear skid plate that gives it a muscular feel.
The Nexon also offers a generous ground clearance of 209 mm, making it suitable for various terrains.
Interior Comfort and Features
Step inside the Nexon, and you are greeted by a dual-tone dashboard. The interior is designed for comfort and convenience:
- Seating: Fabric seats with a ‘Tri-Arrow’ design are standard, while the top variants offer ventilated leather seats and a height-adjustable driver seat. Rear seats offer a 60:40 split ratio for versatile cargo space.
- Dashboard and Steering: A leather-wrapped steering wheel includes controls for cruise control, infotainment, and telephone. It also offers tilt adjustment. The fully digital instrument cluster, available from the base variant, displays trip information, average mileage, range, and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
- Infotainment: A Harman touchscreen infotainment system supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- Climate Control: The car features a fully automatic climate control system.
- Convenience: An electric sunroof is available from certain mid-range variants. Other features include an air purifier, wireless charging (in top variants), rain-sensing wipers, power window controls, an umbrella holder, bottle holders, rear AC vents, and adjustable headrests. The cooled glove box is spacious and includes a light and a tablet holder.
- Drive Modes: The Nexon offers three selectable drive modes: City, Eco, and Sport.
Safety First: A 5-Star Rating
Safety is a cornerstone of the Tata Nexon, which proudly holds a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating. Standard safety features include:
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
- Dual Airbags
- Reverse Parking Sensors
- Reverse Parking Camera
- Speed Alert System
- Child Safety Locks
- Engine Immobilizer
- Crash Sensor
- Remote Sensor Locking Key
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Automatic Headlights
- Rain-sensing Wipers
The car’s robust build quality is also a key factor in its high safety score.
Dimensions and Practicality
The Nexon is a compact SUV designed for urban driving and occasional adventures:
- Length: 3993 mm
- Width: 1811 mm
- Height: 1606 mm
- Wheelbase: 2498 mm
- Ground Clearance: 209 mm (as mentioned earlier)
- Boot Space: The boot offers good space with lights and hooks, providing ample room for luggage.
- Turning Radius: A tight turning radius of 5.1 meters aids maneuverability.
Warranty and Competition
The Tata Nexon comes with a standard warranty of 2 years or 75,000 km, which can be extended up to 5 years by paying additional charges.
It competes in the market with other popular compact SUVs such as the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV300, and Kia Sonet.
Special Editions
To cater to diverse preferences, the Nexon is also available in various special editions, including the Kaziranga Edition, XZ Edition, and Dark Edition.
Conclusion
The Tata Nexon is a compelling compact SUV that blends aggressive styling, a feature-rich interior, efficient engine options, and a strong emphasis on safety. With its 5-star safety rating and array of modern conveniences, it offers a complete package for those seeking a reliable and stylish vehicle.
