2023 Tata Nexon EV facelift revealed: Major upgrades, longer range and advanced technology
Tata Motors has unveiled the 2023 Nexon EV facelift, featuring significant improvements compared to the previous model. The electric SUV now adopts the Curvv-inspired design language, similar to its petrol and diesel counterparts. Furthermore, the updated Nexon EV introduces several pioneering technological enhancements.
Booking for the new Nexon EV will commence on September 9, 2023, which coincides with World EV Day, starting at 8 am, with a token booking amount of ₹21,000. The official pricing details will be disclosed on September 14. The Indian automaker has renamed the Nexon EV variants, now referred to as Long Range and Mid Range, instead of Prime and Max.
The Long Range version offers an extended range of 465 km, an improvement of 12 km from the previous model. Meanwhile, the Mid Range variant boasts a single-charge range of 325 km, a 13 km increase from its predecessor. This electric SUV now features a Gen2 motor with an extended operational range, capable of running up to 16,000 rpm compared to the previous 12,000 rpm.
This upgraded motor delivers an impressive 106.4 kW (142.6 bhp) and a substantial peak torque of 215 Nm at the wheel. Tata has notably broadened the flat torque curve by an additional 750 rpm across the range, ensuring more consistent performance. The SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 8.9 seconds and boasts a top speed of 150 kmph, up from the previous 120 kmph.
Tata also highlights that the NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) levels have been further reduced and smoothed. Moreover, the new Nexon EV now offers regeneration via paddle shifters, with an improved regen efficiency of 10-15 percent. Additionally, it features the lowest rolling resistance tires in the car segment.
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