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Tata Nexon facelift 2023 30 kWh (129 Hp) Medium Range
Overall Rating
Tata Nexon:
The Tata Nexon is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the Indian automaker Tata Motors since 2017. It is the first crossover SUV from the brand and occupies the sub-4 metre crossover SUV segment in India.
The Nexon was presented as a production model in early 2016 and went on sale in 2017. It gained a battery electric version in late 2019, marketed as the Nexon EV. In January 2020, the Nexon was refreshed with a heavily revised front and rear design. In September 2023, a second facelift was presented. By March 2025, Tata has produced 800,000 Nexons....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2023 Overview:
Tata Nexon (facelift 2023). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.2 s). A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
30 kWh (129 Hp) Medium Range Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth and responsive acceleration (9.2s 0-100km/h), perfectly suited for urban commutes and occasional highway trips.
Fuel Economy
Provides a practical electric range, making it an economical choice for daily city driving with lower running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Striking and modern exterior design
- • Feature-rich and premium interior with large screens
- • Wide range of powertrain options (Petrol, Diesel, EV)
- • Strong safety reputation (Global NCAP 5-star for pre-facelift)
- • Competitive pricing and value for money
Cons:
- • AMT gearbox can be jerky
- • Diesel engine can be noisy at higher RPMs
- • Some interior plastics could be better quality
- • Ride quality can be a bit firm over rough patches
- • No Euro NCAP rating for the facelift model
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Nexon: September, 2017 - January, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Tata |
| Model: | Nexon |
| Generation: | facelift 2023 |
| Modification (Engine): | 30 kWh (129 Hp) Medium Range |
| Start of production: | September, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 350 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3994 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1811 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1616 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2498 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 30 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 129 Hp |
| System torque: | 215 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 325 km |
| Electric motor power: | 129 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 215 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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