The Tata Tiago EV (electric vehicle) was formally presented and introduced in the nation on Wednesday, with a starting price of $8.49 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). This is Tata Motors' fourth electric vehicle (EV) model, following the Tigor EV, Nexon EV, and Nexon EV Max. The Tiago EV, however, is seen as the model that will introduce battery-powered mobility technology to the general public, in contrast to all three of the other models.
Tata Motors emphasises that the Tiago EV price revealed is only good for the first 10,000 reservations made once the reservation window opens on October 10. Beginning in January of the next year, Tiago EV will begin to be delivered. Additionally, 2,000 of the first 10,000 reservations are held exclusively for Tata EV passenger vehicle owners.
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In the nation's expanding EV market, Tata Motors has a massive market share. Although Nexon EV is the model that sells the most in all segments, Tiago EV may now threaten Nexon EV's dominance due to the price point at which it has been introduced. “With an aim to make our EVs more accessible, with this launch, we are entering 80 new cities, expanding our network to more than 165 cities," said Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility. “With the launch of the Tiago EV, India’s first electric hatchback, the nation can take a giant leap forward in the quest for safe, clean and green mobility."
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What is the size of the battery in the Tata Tiago EV?
Two battery options are available for the Tiago EV: a 19.2 kWh unit and a more powerful 24 kWh unit. Each of these battery packs targets a distinct customer base with various daily driving needs and offers a different range per charge.
What is the Tata Tiago EV's range?
The Tiago EV's range with a 24 kWh battery is around 315 km, however, the Tiago EV with a 19.2 kWh battery has a maximum range of 250 km. These range figures were obtained during testing.
What are the Tata Tiago EV's performance qualifications?
The Ziptron high-voltage architecture, which utilises a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor, is the foundation of the Tiago EV. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 km/h in 5.7 seconds. There are two available drive modes. There are 114 Nm of available torque and 74 hp of power output. Regenerative braking has three steps to return energy to the battery.
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What is the charging time for the Tata Tiago EV?
The Tata Tiago EV enables fast charging and can be fueled from 10% to 80% in 57 minutes using a DC fast charger. Of course, this is the best and fastest time to charge.
How dissimilar is Tiago EV's appearance from Tiago's?
The Tiago EV and the "ordinary" Tiago are largely comparable. However, it does have some distinguishing features on the outside, such as blue accents. Instead of a gear lever, there is a rotary dial within. Additionally, it has projector headlights.
What features distinguish the Tiago EV cabin?
To begin with, Tiago EV has an automatic gearbox as standard equipment. Additionally, it features cruise control, an eight-speaker Harman sound system, automatic climate control, rain-sensing wipers, connected car technologies, and more.
What colour options are available for the Tiago EV?
There are five exterior colours available for the Tiago EV. These colours are Tropical Mist, Midnight Plum, Pristine White, Daytona Grey, Teal Blue, and Grey.
