Tata Nexon EV

●  Medium Range delivers 127bhp/215Nm with a claimed range of 325km, while Long Range offers 143bhp/215Nm with a tested range of 296km.

●  The 7.2kW AC home wall box charger is standard, charging the battery from 10–100% in 4.3 hours for Medium Range and 6 hours for Long Range.

●  DC fast charging brings the battery from 10–80% in 56 minutes for both variants.

●  Instant torque from the electric motor enables quick acceleration, especially in Sport mode, with a claimed 0–100kmph time of 8.9 seconds.

●  Battery regeneration modes are integrated into the paddle shifters for added convenience.

●  Passengers benefit from comfortable ride quality and generous ground clearance.

●  Handling is precise, aided by well-balanced weight distribution and responsive steering.

●  The gear selector shifts slowly through Parking, Reverse, Neutral, and Drive.

●  The 15kW portable ‘charge anywhere’ charger also takes 10.5 hours for Medium Range and 15 hours for Long Range to reach 10–100% charge.

●  Leatherette seats with front-row ventilation provide comfort and support.

●  The 60:40 rear bench has a centre armrest and accommodates three passengers with generous legroom.

●  Its cabin features a two-spoke back-lit steering wheel, a 10.25-inch HD configurable driver display, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen with app download capability.

●  Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto is available, along with a JBL music system with nine speakers, including a subwoofer.

●  The vehicle includes an electronic parking brake switch and touch controls for the air-conditioning, boot release, and 360-degree camera.

●  Additional conveniences include an auto-dimming IRVM, rain-sensing wipers, auto headlamps, and two 45W Type-C ports.

●  It supports vehicle-to-vehicle charging (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) to externally charge devices.

●  Only the driver’s seat is height-adjustable, while the front passenger’s seat is fixed.

●  Tall passengers may find rear headroom restrictive.

●  There are no cup holders in the front row of the Nexon EV.

●  It takes time to get accustomed to the centre panel controls, and improved touch feedback would enhance the experience.

●  Is available with a 360-degree camera and a blind spot view monitor for better visibility.

●  Is offered with ESP, hill ascent and descent control, auto hold, and disc brakes on all four wheels.

●  The rear is attractive, featuring angular connecting taillamps, a spoiler, and an inverted wiper beneath it.

●  The high-placed bonnet complements the minimal grille, typical of EVs, with sequential turn indicators.

●  The cabin looks and feels modern, especially with the cream-black theme, giving it an airy and plush ambiance.

●  The wide touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, and two-spoke steering wheel feel premium.

●  Controls on the centre console and the stubby gear lever also look and feel upmarket.

●  Although subjective, the purple paint shade on the Nexon EV is a little too bright and fancy.