Meet the Tata Tiago EV: Your Affordable Electric Car Solution
Are you tired of high petrol and diesel prices? The Tata Tiago EV offers a great solution. It is one of the most affordable electric cars available, bringing electric mobility to more people. This car combines modern features with efficient electric power, making it a good choice for daily commutes.
Variants and Pricing
The Tata Tiago EV starts at a very attractive price of Rs. 8,49,000. It comes in two main range options: a Medium Range (MR) and a Long Range (LR). The Medium Range has XE and XT variants. The Long Range includes XZ+ and XZ+ Tech Lux variants. For example, the Tiago EV XT (MR) costs around Rs. 10,07,000 on-road. The Tiago EV XZ+ (LR) costs around Rs. 12,41,000 on-road. If you want a faster 7.2 kW AC charger for your home, it costs an extra Rs. 50,000.
Exterior Design and Features
The Tiago EV looks much like its regular petrol version. At the front, it has a glossy black Tata logo and a closed grille. You will see a nice electric blue ‘dot EV’ badge. It features projector headlights, side indicators, DRLs, and halogen fog lamps. The electric blue accents with white paint give it a lovely look. The car gets stylish hyper-style steel wheels with full-size covers. It has a good ground clearance of 166 mm. The rear profile also looks similar to the regular Tiago. You will find a Tata logo, a unique Tiago EV badge, and a blue ‘dot EV’ badge. It also has a reverse parking camera.
Interior Comfort and Technology
Inside, the Tata Tiago EV has a dual-tone dashboard with electric blue highlights. These blue touches are a signature of Tata’s electric vehicles. The car comes with fabric seats, and top variants get leather seats. The dashboard offers good legroom and support. You get a fully digital instrument cluster that shows important information like battery charge (e.g., 79%), remaining range (e.g., 144 km from a claimed 315 km), and regeneration details. The steering wheel has a Tata logo, controls for infotainment and phone calls, and cruise control. It is also tilt-adjustable. The center console has a gear selector with options for Neutral, Reverse, Drive, and a Sport mode. There’s also a handbrake, two cup holders, and a 12V charging outlet. The glove box is a cooled tablet holder.
Performance, Range, and Charging
The Tata Tiago EV offers different battery options. The Medium Range version has a 19.2 kWh battery, giving 61 BHP power and 110 Nm torque. It claims a range of about 250 km. The Long Range version has a 24 kWh battery, offering 74 BHP power and 114 Nm torque. It claims a range of about 315 km. In real-world driving, the actual range might be a bit lower depending on conditions. The car supports both AC and DC fast charging. With DC fast charging, you can charge the battery from low to full in about 57 minutes. A standard 3.3 kW AC charger takes about 3-4 hours. A faster 7.2 kW AC charger is also available for an extra cost. The motor and battery come with an 8-year or 160,000 km warranty.
Safety and Dimensions
The Tata Tiago EV uses the same strong platform as the regular Tiago, which is known for its 4-star safety rating. This means the EV version also offers good safety. The car has a length of 3769 mm, a width of 1677 mm, and a height of 1535 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm and a ground clearance of 166 mm. The boot space is 240 liters, which is good for an electric car in this segment. It does not come with a spare wheel as the battery compartment is located there.
Conclusion
The Tata Tiago EV is a smart choice for anyone looking for an affordable and feature-rich electric car. With its decent range, multiple charging options, and comfortable interior, it makes electric driving accessible. You can choose from five attractive colors: White, Blue, Grey, Tropical Mist, and Midnight Plum.
