Tata Motors launched an updated version of its e-SUV last month. Called the Nexon EV Max, this 2022 model carries a lot of changes and additions to make it a better package for prospective customers. The Nexon EV remains one of the best electric SUVs you can buy under Rs 25 lakh and here are 6 things you need to know about the new model
Improved Range
One of the biggest roadblocks in purchasing an electric car today is the limited driving range. Range anxiety remains a concern and Tata has addressed this issue to an extent. The updated Nexon EV Max comes with a claimed driving range (on a full charge) of 437km. This is as much as 125km higher than the previous version. This means in real world driving situations, the EV Max will still cover a minimum of 300km. Most owners thus will have to charge the SUV every 5-7 days.
Do note that the improved range is primarily due to the bigger battery pack.
Better performance
The older Tata Nexon EV had an output of 129 bhp of power and 245 Nm of torque. The new Max variant sees a small improvement, with max power being 143 bhp and max torque being 250. This hike helps to negate the extra weight of the bigger battery pack. Top speed has also been increased to 140 km/h – still electronically limited like the previous model.
Re-gen modes
Tata Motors had added regen modes in the 2022 Nexon EV Max. Regen ensures that when you lift off the accelerator pedal, the kinetic energy is utilised to power back the batteries. For the updated e-SUV, users can pick from three levels of regen with the hardest level giving extra braking, thereby enabling drivers to use one pedal drive. This means by lifting off the right pedal, users can control the reduction of speed and do not have to rely on the brake pedal.
More features
Tata Motors has worked hard to catch up with competition when it comes to the feature list. The updated model for instance gets a host of add-ons including an electronic park brake and air purifier. Front seats get ventilation, in comes wireless charging and the gear lever has been replaced by a rotary knob. This also frees up space between the seats. Cruise control, hill hold, ESP and smart watch integration are a carry over from the previous version.
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Its heavier and lower
The bigger battery pack has added 70kgs to the overall weight of the car. Plus, about 30kg of additional load comes from new added features. Due to this extra weight, Tata has tweaked the suspension as well. At the same time, to accommodate the biggest battery pack, ground clearance has gone down by 10mm.
Price hike
And finally the numbers! The 2022 Nexon EV Max sees a big hike in pricing and most of this is due to the bigger battery pack. As compared to the outgoing version, prices have gone up by over Rs 2 lakh. The Nexon EV Max is available in two versions of XZ+ and XZ+ Lux with prices starting at Rs 17.74 lakh.
Prices: (ex-showroom)
Nexon EV Max XZ+ 3.3 kW charger – 17.74 lakh
Nexon EV Max XZ+ 7.2 kW charger – 18.24 lakh
Nexon EV Max XZ+ Lux 3.3 kW charger – 18.74 lakh
Nexon EV Max XZ+ Lux 7.2 kW charger – 19.24 lakh
