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EV you will buy today: Tata Curvv, Nexon, Mahindra XUV400 or MG ZS EV?

18th August 2024, 14:12 by Kanad Kalasur

A good overall package that’s priced competitively against rivals like the ZS EV, XUV400 & Nexon EV Long Range.

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Tata Curvv.EV

What you'll like:

Coupe SUV styling is unique & a great differentiator. Grabs attention on the road
A good overall package that’s priced competitively against rivals like the ZS EV, XUV400 & Nexon EV Long Range
165 BHP motor is very enjoyable. 400 km real-world range is sufficient for city + highway driving
Sorted road manners & high speed stability
Zero emissions, cheap “fuel” costs, no gears, light controls make it an ideal city car
500-litre boot is accommodating enough for family holiday luggage
Long list of features includes flush door handles, powered tailgate with gesture activation, 9-speaker JBL audio system (sounds really nice!), panoramic sunroof, V2L & V2V charging, Arcade.ev app suite, recline adjustment for rear seats and more
Loaded with safety tech like level 2 ADAS, 6 airbags, all-wheel disc brakes, acoustic vehicle alert system for pedestrians, ESP, front parking sensors, 360-degree view camera, TPMS, hill hold assist & hill descent control

What you won't:

Rear seat is uncomfortable for tall passengers - high floor, difficult ingress & egress and limited headroom (due to the coupe styling)
Suspension has a firm edge to it due to 18-inch wheels (top variant). Ride is liveable, but you do feel the bad roads. 17” wheel lower variants could ride better
Build quality and fit & finish – while being satisfactory - have room for improvement
Rearward visibility is poor, as is the case with most Coupe-SUVs
A few missing features like telescopic adjustment for the steering wheel, cupholders for front passengers, a rear sunshade…
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, range anxiety etc.)
Tata's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
It's a brand-new Tata launch, so the probability of niggles is high, especially in the initial batches

What you'll like:

One of the most sorted EVs in India! Drive it and you'll be a convert
A well-built car with good interiors
Fast performance and excellent mid-range. 0-100 km/h run of 8.5 seconds is enjoyable
Selectable regenerative braking and drive modes help you extract maximum performance or efficiency, as needed
Range is adequate for urban commuting as well as road-trips to nearby destinations
5 year / unlimited km warranty, 5 labour-free services & 8 year / 150,000 km battery warranty
Zero emissions, cheap “fuel” costs, no gears, light controls make it an ideal city car
Features such as the panoramic sunroof, cruise control, Bluetooth key, connected car tech & more
International model got a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. Safety kit includes 6 airbags, blind spot monitoring, ESP, HSA, TPMS etc.

What you won't:

Firm ride quality means you always feel the road, especially with the recommended 41 PSI tyre pressure
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, range anxiety etc.)
Missing features such as ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, steering reach adjustment...
Size & interior quality are more comparable to a Creta than other 28-30 lakh rupee cars
The rear seat is better suited to 2 adults & a kid, not 3 adults
6-speaker sound system is ordinary for the price. Subwoofer conspicuous by its absence

What you'll like:

Finally a proper EV from Mahindra that's well-built and refined
250-260 km real-world driving range should be adequate for city commutes & inter-city travel to nearby destinations
Exhilarating performance! 0-100 km/h in 8.3 sec is fun
Sorted road manners, compliant ride quality & solid high-speed stability. Beautiful handling package
Zero emissions, cheap “fuel” costs, no gears, light controls make it an ideal city car
Spacious and wide cabin with comfortable seats. Now gets a more practical 378-litre boot too
Well-equipped with features like drive modes, sunroof, cruise control, auto headlamps & wipers
Safety kit includes 6 airbags, disc brakes all-round, IP67 protection for motor and battery, and adjustable headrests for all 5 passengers. The XUV300 has scored 5-stars in the GNCAP!

What you won't:

Boring interior design feels kind of old by current standards
Concerns over niggles in a freshly baked Mahindra EV
A few cabin plastics & rough areas don't feel premium
Mahindra's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, range anxiety etc.)
Missing features such as front parking sensors, ventilated seats, rear AC vents, etc.
OEM speaker & sound quality are terrible

What you'll like:

A solidly built & good-looking electric car
Increased driving range is adequate for city commutes & inter-city travel to nearby destinations
Fast performance! 0-100 km/h in ~9 seconds is enjoyable
Sorted road manners & solid high-speed stability due to the lower center of gravity & firmer suspension
Zero emissions, cheap “fuel” costs, no gears, light controls make it an ideal city car
Nice, spacious cabin with comfortable seats. You get a practical 350-liter boot too
Loads of features over the standard Nexon EV such as faster charging, ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, Sport & Eco modes, multi-mode regen, cruise control, air purifier, wireless smartphone charging, sunroof and more
Safety kit includes disc brakes all-round, ESP, traction control, TPMS, electronic parking brake, auto hold etc.

What you won't:

Considerably more expensive than the Petrol / Diesel Nexon
Top speed is restricted to 140 km/h
Ride is compliant, but not plush. Firmness at lower speeds means you feel the big potholes
Only 3 dual-tone colour options to pick from. No single tone colour options available. Boring colour palette = just white, grey & blue
Fit, finish & interior quality don’t match up to the 20-lakh on-road price
The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, range anxiety etc.)
Tata's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble

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