The automobile industry is fast moving towards electric vehicles (EVs), primarily to protect the
future from the hazardous effects of climate change. Tata Motors, India’s largest automobile
manufacturer, has taken a major step towards this agenda of sustainability of the country by
introducing the Tata Tigor EV. The car comes at an affordable price while offering excellent features
and performance, making it widely popular among prospective buyers. In this blog post, we will
discuss in detail everything you need to know about the Tata Tigor EV, from its range to the price
and mileage:
Design and Features
The Tata Tigor EV is a sleek and modern car with a unique design that sets it apart from the other
EVs in the market. The Tata Tigor EV comes in 4 variants with 3 color options. The recent update in
the car added a luring Magnetic Red body shade to its color palette. The other two colors include
Teal Blue and Daytona Grey. Furthermore, the recent update of the car also added the already
existing features by lending from the top features from Tiago EV and Nexon EV. This car has a bold
and aerodynamic exterior with a sleek front grille and sharp LED headlamps. The interior of the car is
spacious and comfortable, with ample headroom and legroom for the passengers. The car comes
with a touchscreen infotainment system that includes features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto,
making it easy to connect your smartphone and stay connected on the go.
Battery and Performance
The Tata Tigor EV is powered by a 26-kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers a range of up to 306 km
on a single charge. A standard charger will take around 8.5 hours for the car to be charged up to
80%. However, this car also comes with a fast-charging option that allows you to take charge of up
to 80% of the battery in just 60 minutes. The car has a top speed of 80 km/h and can go from 0 to 60
km/h in just 5.7 seconds.
Safety Features
The Tata Tigor EV is equipped with advanced safety features such as dual airbags, ABS, EBD, and rear
parking sensors. The car also comes with a reverse camera, which makes parking and reversing
easier and safer. This car has received a 4-star NCAP (New Car Assessment Programs) rating. The car
also comes with an additional safety kit.
Cost and Maintenance
The Tata Tigor EV is an affordable electric car, which makes it accessible to a wide range of buyers.
The price range starts from Rs 12.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 13.75 lakh. The
maintenance cost of the car is also low in comparison to other petrol and diesel cars since EVs
require less maintenance and have fewer moving parts. The running cost of this car is around Rs.
0.54/km when it has been driven for around 315 km on a fully charged battery of 26 kWh.
Conclusion
Within the price range of Rs 14 lakhs approx., the Tata Tigor EV is an excellent electric car that is
packed with some amazing features. The recent update of this car added top-notch features like
regenerative braking, a tire pressure monitoring system, a puncture repair kit, and smartwatch
connectivity with the help of a software update, which elevated its performance. The update made
this car the finest version of the Tigor, which highly owes to the change in the powertrain. Although
the acceleration is a bit slow. However, the space, ride, and safety features make up for it. For city
commuters who are willing to make a switch to an electric vehicle, this car is the most affordable
and sustainable option within this price range. The range of this vehicle is sufficient enough for a
regular ride in the city.
With its distinctive design, spacious interiors, advanced safety features, and powerful range, the car
has been a popular choice. Although electric vehicles can appear to be a bit costly, however, the
government offers heavy discounts on the purchase of EVs. With an electric vehicle like this, you can
also positively contribute towards environmental causes without compromising on style,
performance, or affordability.