Discover the New Tata Nexon: India’s Safest Compact SUV
Welcome to a closer look at the new Tata Nexon. This car is known as India’s safest compact SUV. We are focusing on the base XZ variant. The Tata Nexon is available in a total of seven different variants.
Exterior Design and Features
The Tata Nexon has a good design from the side. The base model comes with steel wheels. It features projector headlamps at the front. Fog lamps are not included in this variant. You get a manual key with two copies; central locking is not part of this base model. The base variant has 15-inch steel wheels. Body cladding is present, which helps protect the car from scratches. The side mirrors are black, manually adjustable, and can be folded by hand. Turn indicators are placed on the side mirrors. The A-pillar also has a black finish. Roof rails are not present in this base variant. The door handles are finished in black.
Rear Profile and Practicality
The rear of the Tata Nexon looks broad and strong. It has a fuel tank capacity of 44 liters. In the center of the back, you will see the Tata logo and ‘Nexon’ written. The tail lamps are clearly visible. Below them, there is a reflector. You will also find reverse parking sensors and a tri-arrow design. The back bumper has a black finish.
Comfort and Interior Highlights
Inside, the car’s door is finished in black. The front two windows are power windows. The door handle has a silver finish. There are no tweeters, but a bottle holder is included in the door. You can get tweeters added later. The inside rearview mirror is manually adjustable. The seats are made of fabric. You can recline the seats, but they do not have height adjustment. There are levers for opening the fuel lid and the boot, along with the car pedals.
Technology and Driver Controls
When you sit inside, you see a fully digital instrument cluster. This is the same across all Nexon variants. It shows many check lights and warnings. The steering wheel has the Tata logo in the center and a black piano finish. This base model does not have steering-mounted controls. The steering can be adjusted for tilt. On the left side, you have controls for the wipers, and on the right, for the headlamps. The AC vents have a specific design. The center console does not have a music system in this base variant, but you can add one later. There is a switch for the hazard lights. The dashboard has a grey finish and a good overall finish. The glove box comes with a holder. Manual AC controls are present. The car comes with a six-speed manual transmission. An automatic (AMT) option is also available for other variants. There is no charging socket, like a 12V socket. However, drive modes are available in this base variant, and they show on the car’s display when you change them. It also has a handbrake and glass holders. The dashboard and interior of the base variant look good, with a gap handle above the door and the IRVM.
Engine and Powertrain Options
This specific car is the petrol variant. The Tata Nexon is offered with Petrol, Diesel, and Electric Vehicle (EV) options, making it versatile for different needs.
Safety First: Key Features
The Tata Nexon is known as India’s safest compact SUV car. For safety, it includes features like ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), dual airbags, and reverse parking sensors.
Pricing and Availability
The Tata Nexon offers a good ground clearance of 209 mm. It is available in a total of six color options and seven variants. This car is available with Petrol, Diesel, and EV engine choices. For the petrol variant, the ex-showroom price in Lucknow is ₹7,28,000, and the on-road price is ₹8,28,000. If you choose the diesel variant, the on-road price in Lucknow is ₹9,73,000.
Conclusion
The Tata Nexon continues to be a strong contender in its segment, known for its safety and versatile options. This base variant offers many key features that make it a great choice.
