The Tata Nexon: A Feature-Packed Compact SUV
The Tata Nexon is a popular compact SUV known for its excellent build quality and extensive features. This article focuses on the Pure variant, which offers a great balance of style, safety, and technology.
Muscular Design and Strong Presence
The Tata Nexon makes a strong visual statement with its muscular design. The Pure variant is available in a sleek Pure Grey color, giving it a premium look.
- Front Design: The front features a gloss black grille with the distinctive Tata logo. The lower grille is also blacked out. Dual-functional DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) also act as indicators. LED headlamps are standard in this variant, though fog lamps are not included.
- Side Profile: The side showcases bold dual-tone black cladding. It rides on 16-inch steel rims. The ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are gloss black and include indicators that blink when the car is locked or unlocked. The A-pillar has a matte black finish, while the roof has a stylish silver finish, topped with a shark fin antenna. The fuel filler cap for diesel is located at the rear side.
- Rear Design: The rear features connected LED backlights, with only the side part lighting up in this variant. The center proudly displays the Tata logo, along with a reverse parking camera and the Nexon badging. An integrated spoiler and roof rails add to its sporty appeal. The rear bumper is dual-tone and includes two reverse parking sensors and reflectors.
Advanced Features for Convenience
The Nexon Pure variant comes with several convenient features designed to enhance your driving experience.
- Automatic Lighting and Wipers: This variant includes LED automatic headlamps and rain-sensing wipers, which automatically adjust based on weather conditions.
- Remote Central Locking: It features a flip remote central locking key with buttons for locking, unlocking, and follow-me-home headlamps.
- Door and ORVMs: The ORVMs are electrically adjustable. Door handles are matte black.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: The fuel tank has a capacity of 44 liters.
Spacious and Functional Interior
The interior of the Tata Nexon Pure variant is designed for comfort and practicality, featuring a dual-tone theme.
- Dashboard and Infotainment: The dashboard provides a modern look. A 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system is central, offering Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. It also displays the feed from the reverse parking camera. The AC controls are touch-responsive, and there’s a 12V charging outlet and a Type A USB port.
- Digital Instrument Cluster: The driver gets a fully digital instrument cluster, displaying information like the RPM meter, fuel gauge, temperature bars, and a multi-information display (MID) showing trip details, range, and mileage.
- Steering Wheel: The D-cut steering wheel features an illuminated Tata logo and comes with controls for telephony, infotainment, and the MID. It is tilt-adjustable.
- Seating and Space: The seats are upholstered in fabric. The rear cabin offers ample legroom, knee room, and thigh support. Rear passengers also benefit from AC vents. Two adjustable headrests are provided for rear passengers, along with three seatbelt points. There is a parcel tray and hooks for convenience. The glove box is deep and includes space for documents and a glass holder.
- Boot Space: The Nexon offers a generous 382 liters of boot space, which can be accessed using the remote key. The rear seats are 100% foldable, providing even more cargo capacity. A 16-inch spare wheel with a toolkit is located in the boot floor.
Robust Safety for Peace of Mind
Safety is a cornerstone of the Tata Nexon, which boasts a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating.
- Six Airbags: Six airbags are standard across all variants, including the Pure variant.
- Advanced Braking System: The car is equipped with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, complemented by ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution).
- Parking Aids: Reverse parking sensors and a reverse parking camera assist in safe parking.
- Additional Safety Features: Other safety features include a speed alert system, seat belt warning for all passengers, an engine immobilizer, a crash sensor, and automatic headlamps.
Engine Options and Performance
The Tata Nexon offers both diesel and petrol engine options, paired with manual and automatic transmissions.
- Diesel Engine: The 1.5-liter turbocharged diesel engine delivers 113 BHP of power and 260 Nm of torque. It offers impressive fuel efficiency, with an estimated mileage of 22-23 kmpl.
- Petrol Engine: The 1.2-liter petrol engine produces 118 BHP of power and 170 Nm of torque. This engine provides an estimated mileage of 19-20 kmpl.
- Drive Modes: Drivers can select from three drive modes – City, Eco, and Sport – to suit different driving conditions.
Dimensions and Pricing
The Tata Nexon is a well-proportioned compact SUV.
- Dimensions:
- Length: 3995 mm
- Width: 1804 mm
- Height: 1620 mm
- Wheelbase: 2498 mm
- Ground Clearance: 208 mm
- Pricing (Ex-showroom, Lucknow):
- Pure Diesel Variant: Priced at ₹11,09,000 (ex-showroom). The on-road price in Lucknow is ₹13,07,000.
- Pure Petrol Variant: Priced at ₹9,80,000 (ex-showroom). The on-road price in Lucknow is ₹11,19,000.
The Tata Nexon Pure variant stands out as a strong contender in the compact SUV segment, offering a compelling blend of design, features, and safety at a competitive price.
