Tata Nexon: Features, Variants, and Price in India
A note on figures: Tata revises Nexon pricing and trim names fairly frequently, and dealer-level discounts vary by state. The figures below reflect the most recently reported ex-showroom range as of this article's last verified date — always confirm current pricing with a dealer before booking.
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The Tata Nexon is, by most sales counts, India's best-selling sub-4-metre SUV, and one of the very few models in the country sold with a genuine choice of four powertrains — petrol, diesel, CNG, and a fully electric version. It's also one of the earliest Indian-made cars to have earned a 5-star Global NCAP adult safety rating, a fact Tata has leaned on heavily in its marketing ever since.
One nameplate, four ways to buy it
What sets the Nexon apart from most rivals in its price bracket isn't a single standout feature — it's the sheer range of choice. Buyers can pick a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol, a 1.5-litre diesel, a factory-fitted CNG version, or skip combustion entirely with the Nexon EV, all within the same basic body and cabin. That flexibility has helped the Nexon stay relevant across nearly every kind of buyer, from first-time owners chasing mileage to fleet operators wanting a diesel that can rack up highway kilometres cheaply.
Variant by variant
The entry point — a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol with the essentials covered: dual airbags, ABS, and rear parking sensors.
Adds Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, then rain-sensing wipers and roof rails on the "S" trim — the sweet spot for buyers who want modern connectivity without stepping up to the pricier mid-range trims.
Mid-range trim that brings in alloy wheels and a cooled glovebox — a common sweet-spot pick for buyers wanting a more premium-feeling cabin without going top-of-the-line.
The range-topping diesel automatic, layering in a sunroof, 360-degree camera, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and wireless phone charging — essentially a fully-loaded Nexon.
Engines and transmissions at a glance
| Powertrain | Output | Claimed mileage | Transmission options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L Turbo-petrol | 118 bhp | 17.4 kmpl | 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic |
| 1.5L Diesel | 113-118 bhp | 23.2-24.1 kmpl | 6-speed manual, 7-speed DCA automatic |
| 1.2L CNG | 100 bhp | 24 kmpl (kg equivalent) | 5-speed manual |
The diesel remains the mileage leader on paper, which keeps it popular with buyers who cover serious highway distance, while the CNG version has grown in appeal as petrol and diesel prices in India have climbed — trading a small amount of boot space for a genuinely lower running cost.
Safety and everyday practicality
| Spec | Figure |
|---|---|
| Global NCAP rating | 5-star (adult protection) |
| Boot space | 321-382 litres depending on variant |
| Safety features | Electronic stability control, traction control, up to 6 airbags on higher trims |
| Convenience features | Sunroof, 360° camera, air purifier, wireless charging (on select trims) |
The Nexon's Global NCAP rating, first earned by an earlier generation and carried forward through updates, has been central to how Tata markets safety as a core Nexon strength rather than a premium add-on.
Who it competes with
The Nexon sits squarely in India's most contested segment — sub-4-metre compact SUVs — up against the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, and Toyota Taisor. Its main advantages over that group are the sheer breadth of powertrain choice and its safety reputation; its main tradeoff is a cabin that some reviewers find slightly less premium-feeling than the class-leading Brezza or Sonet at the top end.
Sources: Team-BHP, Autocar India, CarWale, CarDekho, Spinny — figures current as of September 2026 and subject to change; confirm with a dealer before purchase. Image: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).
