Tata Motors is on a mission to expand its range of personal electric vehicles. The company has established a special subsidiary dubbed “Tata Passenger Electric Mobility” to make EVs more accessible to the general public. The brand wants to create personal electric vehicles for every market group under this branch. Tata Motors has already established its position in the personal electric mobility market with the Nexon EV before introducing the Tigor EV and most recently, the Tiago EV. This latest launch has ensured that Indians now have access to a sub 10 lakh rupee electric car, the Tiago EV. Yes, it is largely based on the Tigor EV but sees a far more lower entry cost point. So which one should you consider? The value based electric hatchback or the practical electric sedan?
Tata Tiago EV Vs Tigor EV – Dimensions
Since the Tiago EV is a hatchback and the Tigor EV is a compact sedan, they each serve distinct car segments. But first, let’s look at the table to see how the various dimensions differ.
| Dimensions | Tata Tiago EV | Tata Tigor EV |
| Length | 3,769 mm | 3,993 mm |
| Width | 1,677 mm | 1,677 mm |
| Height | 1,536 mm | 1,532 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,450 mm |
As you can see above, while both the cars have an identical width, the Tigor EV, being a sedan, is longer by 224mm. This is mostly got to do with the addition of the boot. In terms of height, the Tiago is 4mm longer. The longer wheelbase of the Tigor EV also liberates more passenger room on the inside. Both the cars get a solid piece grille, EV badging and smart looking wheel caps.
Tata Tiago EV Vs Tata Tigor EV – Powertrain & Battery Pack
When EVs are concerned their powertrain is the main thing. Both the EVs from Tata Motors use the same Ziptron technology but boast different specifications. To keep the pricing low, the Tiago EV comes with an optional smaller battery pack as seen below.
| Specifications | Tata Tiago EV | Tata Tigor EV |
| Battery Pack | 19.2 kWh/24 kWh | 26 kWh |
| Power | 60 bhp/74 bhp | 74 bhp |
| Torque | 110 Nm/114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Claimed Range | 250 km/ 315 km (MIDC) | 306 km (ARAI) |
| Charging Time | Up to 6.4 hrs with 3.3 kW home charger Up to 3.6 hrs with 7.2 kW AC fast charger 10-80% in 57 minutes with 25kW DC fast charger | 0%-80% in 8 hours 45 minutes from 15A plug point 0%-80% in 65 minutes from any 25 kW DC charger |
As we told you above, two alternative battery packs are included with the Tiago EV to make it more accessible to more people. Additionally, because the battery packs in the Tiago EV are smaller than those in the Tigor EV, the Tiago EV charges faster than the Tigor EV. In terms of range, the Tiago EV has a longer range on paper, however, it is MIDC range rather than ARAI, thus the range in real life may differ. Both EVs comes with a 8 Year/ 1,60,000 km (whichever is earlier) battery warranty.
The smaller battery version also has a lower power output. While the certified range isn’t out yet, the 24 kWh Tiago might end up giving a longer range than the 26 kWh Tigor version. This is down to the fact that max torque is limited to 114 Nm in the Tiago EV as compared to 170 Nm on the Tigor. So yes, overall performance will also be a less in the Tiago EV (even in the bigger battery pack version).
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Tata Tiago EV Vs Tata Tigor EV – Features
If we discuss the features of the Tiago EV, it boasts leatherette seats, automatic climate control as standard, an 8-speaker Harman touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, as well as driving modes and multi-mode regenerative braking. It also has cruise control, auto-dimming mirrors, and automatic headlights. The electric hatchback is equipped with safety features like seat belt reminders, rear parking sensors, a rear parking camera, and ABS with EBD. Zconnect telematics with over 45 features is also included.
Regenerative braking, hill descent control, hill climb control, push-button start, touchscreen infotainment Harman system with Apple CarPlay, on the other hand, are all standard on the Tigor EV. It also has complete fabric seats with a Tri arrow pattern. Telematics from Zconnect with over 35 features is also available. Cruise control, multi-level regen, and a few more functions are not available on the Tigor EV.
Tata Tiago EV Vs Tata Tigor EV – Pricing
The XE, XT, XZ+, XZ+ Tech, and XZ+ Tech Lux trim levels of the Tiago EV are offered. Price ranges from Rs. 8.49 lakh to Rs. 9.09 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 19.2 kWh battery pack (ex-showroom). Starting at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom), a 24 kWh battery pack costs up to Rs 11.79 lakh (ex-showroom). The initial 10,000 units are only are eligible for these prices.
In contrast, the Tigor EV is offered in XE, XM, XZ+, and XZ+ DT trims. Price ranges from Rs. 12.49 lakh (ex-showroom) to Rs. 13.64 lakh (ex-showroom).
