AI Verdict

Tata HarriervsTata Nexon EV

Our AI verdict

It's a close call

These two Tatas serve very different buyers rather than competing head-on. The Harrier is the choice for those wanting a bigger, more powerful, feature-loaded petrol SUV with a 5-star rating and strong road presence, while the Nexon EV suits buyers prioritising running costs, connected-car tech, and city-friendly electric motoring at a lower price. Pick Harrier for space and highway comfort, pick Nexon EV for tech, efficiency and ownership costs.

Tata Harrier

Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual

₹13 - ₹26.11 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Bigger, More Powerful Engine
The Harrier's 1.5L turbo-petrol makes 168 bhp and 280 Nm, comfortably outmuscling the Nexon EV's 127 bhp/215 Nm motor.
Larger Footprint & Wheelbase
At 4605mm long with a 2741mm wheelbase, the Harrier is significantly bigger than the 3995mm Nexon EV, translating to more interior room.
Bigger Boot Space
The Harrier offers 445L of boot space (up to 815L with seats folded) versus the Nexon EV's 350L.

AI Match

50%

It's a tie

Performance
70%
Comfort
68%
Luxury & Interior
60%
Technology
40%
Safety
80%
Ownership
60%
Practicality
78%
Value
62%

Tata Nexon EV

Creative Plus 30.0 kWh

₹11.63 - ₹17.89 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Modern Touchscreen Infotainment
The Nexon EV gets a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth audio, features entirely absent on this Harrier trim.
Connected Car Tech Suite
The Nexon EV offers app-based remote AC control, remote lock/unlock, vehicle tracking, geo-fencing and OTA updates, none of which the Harrier variant offers.
Keyless Entry & Start
The Nexon EV features keyless central locking and button start, while the Harrier requires conventional key-based entry and start.

AI · Personalisation

Which one describes you?

Tell us how you drive. Your daily use changes the recommendation.

Personalised recommendation

Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Tata Nexon EV

78% Match

The Nexon EV's lower running costs, compact size, and easy city maneuverability make it better suited for daily stop-go commuting than the larger, manual-only Harrier.

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Why Nexon EV for you?

Compact & easy to park

At 3995mm length and 5.3m turning radius, the Nexon EV is far easier to navigate through city traffic and tight parking spots than the much larger 4605mm Harrier.

No clutch fatigue

An automatic EV drivetrain removes the constant clutch/gear work of the Harrier's 6-speed manual, a big plus in daily stop-go traffic.

Cheaper daily running

Electric running costs per km are typically lower than petrol, and home/office charging suits predictable commute patterns better than fuel stops.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Tata Harrier and Tata Nexon EV stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Tata Harrier

Tata Nexon EV

What the shape reveals

The Harrier leads on raw performance, cabin space and practicality thanks to its larger 1.5L turbo-petrol and bigger body, while the Nexon EV pulls ahead on technology, connected features and running-cost ownership economics despite being the smaller, less powerful car.

Bigger, More Powerful Engine

The Harrier's 1.5L turbo-petrol makes 168 bhp and 280 Nm, comfortably outmuscling the Nexon EV's 127 bhp/215 Nm motor.

Larger Footprint & Wheelbase

At 4605mm long with a 2741mm wheelbase, the Harrier is significantly bigger than the 3995mm Nexon EV, translating to more interior room.

Modern Touchscreen Infotainment

The Nexon EV gets a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth audio, features entirely absent on this Harrier trim.

Connected Car Tech Suite

The Nexon EV offers app-based remote AC control, remote lock/unlock, vehicle tracking, geo-fencing and OTA updates, none of which the Harrier variant offers.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Tata Harrier

Strengths for those who prioritise power, comfort and greener running.

Bigger, More Powerful Engine
The Harrier's 1.5L turbo-petrol makes 168 bhp and 280 Nm, comfortably outmuscling the Nexon EV's 127 bhp/215 Nm motor.
Larger Footprint & Wheelbase
At 4605mm long with a 2741mm wheelbase, the Harrier is significantly bigger than the 3995mm Nexon EV, translating to more interior room.
Bigger Boot Space
The Harrier offers 445L of boot space (up to 815L with seats folded) versus the Nexon EV's 350L.
Bigger Alloy Wheels & Tyres
The Harrier rides on 235/65 R17 alloy wheels compared to the Nexon EV's 215/60 R16 steel rims.
Cruise Control-Ready Highway Comfort
With a 50-litre fuel tank and a larger cabin, the Harrier is built for longer highway journeys without frequent refuelling stops.

Tata Nexon EV

Strengths for those who prioritise greener running and value.

Modern Touchscreen Infotainment
The Nexon EV gets a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth audio, features entirely absent on this Harrier trim.
Connected Car Tech Suite
The Nexon EV offers app-based remote AC control, remote lock/unlock, vehicle tracking, geo-fencing and OTA updates, none of which the Harrier variant offers.
Keyless Entry & Start
The Nexon EV features keyless central locking and button start, while the Harrier requires conventional key-based entry and start.
Long Battery & Motor Warranty
The Nexon EV backs its 30kWh battery and motor with an 8-year/160,000km warranty, far more extensive coverage than the Harrier's standard 3-year vehicle warranty.
Lower Ex-Showroom Price
The Nexon EV is priced at ₹12,49,000, undercutting the Harrier's ₹12,99,990 price tag.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Manual - 6 Gears Automatic, Sport Mode
Drivetrain FWD FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive No No
Limited Slip Differential No
Differential Lock No No
Drive Modes No 3
Terrain Modes No No

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels
Wheels Alloy Wheels Steel Rims
Front Tyres 235 / 65 R17 215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres 235 / 65 R17 215 / 60 R16
Spare Wheel & Tyre No
Tyres Off-road Radial - Tubeless Tyres Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Warranty

Battery Performance

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof No No
Power Windows Front & Rear Power Windows Front & Rear Power Windows
Window Sunshade No No
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Keyless Start/ Button Start No Yes
Parking Assist No Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors Rear Rear
Cruise Control No No

Fuel Type	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility	E20
Engine Type	Hyperion 1.5L Turbo GDI Petrol Engine
Engine	1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	168 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	280 Nm @ 1750-3500 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2

Pure Electric Driving Mode	No
DC Fast Charging		10-80 % : 56 mins, 50 kW charger
AC Fast Charging		10 - 100 % : 4 hrs 18 mins, 7.2 kW charger
Driving Range		325 km
Officially Certified Range (km)		275 km MIDC Certified Range
Charging Options		3.3 kW AC Wall Box
Charger Connection Type		CCS2
Portable EV Charging Cable		Yes
Vehicle to load technology (V2L)		No
Vehicle to Vehicle charging (V2V)	No	No
Ingress Protection(IP) for Motor & Battery Pack		IP67
Charging Indicator On Light Bar		No
AC Regular Charging		10 - 100 % : 10 hrs 30 mins, 15 A plug point

Front Suspension	Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti-Roll Bar	Independent MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring	Twist Beam with Dual Path Strut
Advanced Suspension Features	No	No

Length Width Height	4605 mm * 1922 mm * 1718 mm	3995 mm * 1802 mm * 1625 mm
Wheelbase	2741 mm	2498 mm
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 litres
Doors	5 Doors	5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius		5.3 metres
Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)		No
Ground Clearance		205 mm (unladen)

Vehicle Warranty	3 Years / 100,000 kms	3 Years / 125000(whichever is earlier)
Battery Warranty		8 Years / 160000(whichever is earlier)
Motor Warranty (In Years)		8
Motor Warranty (In Kilometres)		160000(whichever is earlier)

Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Automatic, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive	No	No
Limited Slip Differential	No
Differential Lock	No	No
Drive Modes	No	3
Terrain Modes	No	No

Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Steel Rims
Front Tyres	235 / 65 R17	215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	235 / 65 R17	215 / 60 R16
Spare Wheel & Tyre	No
Tyres	Off-road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Fuel Type		Electric
Battery		Lithium Ion, 30 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan
Max Power (bhp@rpm)		127 bhp
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)		215 Nm
Idle Start/Stop		No
Electric Motor		Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Front Axle)
Acceleration		0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds (claimed)
Power Transfer Type		No

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	No	No
ADAS	No	No
Forward Collision Warning	No	No
Lane Functions	No	No
Rear Collision Assist	No	No
High-beam Assist	No	No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)	No
Automatic Park Lock	No	No
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)	No	No
Clutch Lock	No	No
Video Recording	No	No

Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Child Safety Rating		5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Seatbelts	Yes	Pretensioning with Load Limiter (All)
Child Seat Anchor Points	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Yes
Puncture Repair Kit	Yes	Yes
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Tyre Inflator	Yes
Dashcam	No	No
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch	Yes	Yes
Third Row Middle Seat Safety		No
Collapsible Steering Column	No	No
Breakdown Assistance Call Button	No	Yes

Brakes	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist (BA)	Yes	No
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	No	No
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)	No	No
Motor Slip Regulation (MSR)	No	No
Multi-collision Brake	No	No
Brake Disc Wiping	Yes	No

Air Conditioner	Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Vents on Pillars)	Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)
Heater	Yes	Yes
Air Purifier	No	No

Central Locking	No	Keyless
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Chrome
Fuel Fillers Lid	Capless	Manual
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)	Manual Dimming	Manual Dimming
Rear Defogger	No	No
Heated ORVM	No
Anti-glare ORVMs	No	No
Rear Wiper	No	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Exterior Door	Black Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type	Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Piano Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	No	Co-Driver
Rain-sensing Wipers	No	No
Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper	No	No

Sunroof	No	No
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows
Window Sunshade	No	No

Keyless Start/ Button Start	No	Yes
Parking Assist	No	Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	No	No

Bottle Holder in Doors	All Doors	All Doors
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets	Yes	No
Sunglass Holder	No	No
Rear Parcel Tray	No	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	No
Third Row Cup Holders	No
Lockable Glovebox		No
Umbrella Storage in Door	No	Yes
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front Only	2 Cupholders in Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage	No	No
Bootspace	445 L (measured up to the roof) – 815 L (rear seats folded)	350 L with 4 hooks
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release
Cooled Glovebox		No
Boot Open Warning	Yes	Yes
Utility Recess On Dashboard	No	No

Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Split Rear Seat	60:40	No
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Armrest	No	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	No
Ventilated Seats	No	No
Massage Seats	No
Comfort Headrest	No
Driver Armrest	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Seat Belt	Yes	Yes
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	No
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest	No	No

Infotainment Screen	No	7" Touch-screen Display
Audio System	No	4 Speakers
AM/FM Radio	No	Yes
Bluetooth Compatibility	No	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
Smart Connectivity	No	Android Auto (Wired) & Apple CarPlay (Wired)
Input Methods	Type A & Type C Wired Connectivity	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, Type-A Wired Connectivity, Smart Watch Connectivity
Antenna		Roof-Mounted Antenna
Gesture Control	No	No
Charging Ports	2 x 12V Power Outlets	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Integrated (in-dash) Music System	No	Yes
WiFi Hotspot	No
Voice Command	No	Yes
GPS Navigation System	No	No
Wireless Charger	No	No
Voice Assistant	No	Google Assistant
Ambient Sounds	No
Noise Levels	No
Speed Dependent Volume	No	Yes

Instrument Cluster Screen	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	7" Digital Instrument Cluster
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital
Clock	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	Yes	No
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes
Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Distance to Empty
Heads Up Display (HUD)	No	No
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed	Yes	Yes
Navigation On Instrument Cluster	No	No
Low Battery Warning	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Gauge	No	Yes
Tyre Position Display	No	No

Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls	No	Yes
Steering	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features		No

Headlights	LED Projector	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	LED	LED
Fog Lights	No	No
Ambient Interior Lighting	No	No
Interior Lamps	Switch Controlled Front and Rear LED Cabin lamps, Boot Lamp	Button Controlled Front LED Cabin lamps,
Automatic Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Headlights	No	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster	Yes	Yes
Puddle Lamps	No	No
Taillights	LED	LED
Welcome and Goodbye Animation	No	No
Reflectors	Rear Bumper	Yes
Stop Lamp	Yes
Connected LED	No
Sequential Turn Indicators	No	No
Illuminated Logo	Steering Wheel	No

Over The Air (OTA) Updates		Yes
Emergency Call Button		Yes
Find My Car		Yes
Geo-fence		Yes
Check Vehicle Status via App		Yes
Remote AC: On / Off via App	No	Yes
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App	No	Yes
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App	No	Yes
Remote Engine Start/Stop	No	Yes
Alexa Compatibility	No	No
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App	No	No
Connected Car App	No	Yes
Vehicle Tracking Via App		Yes
Digital Key		No
In-Car Remote	No
Service Reminder Via App		Yes
Home-to-Car Connectivity		Yes

Interior	Dual Tone	Dual Tone (Ocean & Black)
Grille Design		EV Specific Grille
Roof Rails	No	No
Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Wrappings		No
Scuff Plates	Yes	No
Body-coloured Bumpers	Yes	Yes
Rub-strips	No	Black
Body Kit	No	No
Exhaust	Yes	No
Skid Plate	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Diffuser	No	No

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Dual Tone Horn	No
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder	Yes	Yes
Boot Open Warning	Yes	Yes
Perimetric alarm system	Yes
Auto Crash Alert	No
Tow Away Alert	No

Tata HarriervsTata Nexon EV

Tata Harrier

Tata Nexon EV

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family

Long-Distance

Every vehicle has a different personality.

What the shape reveals

Strengths that matter every day.

Tata Harrier

Tata Nexon EV

Features that matter every day.

Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty

Battery Performance

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows

Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering

Lighting & Visibilty

Mobile App & Remote Controls

Design & Styling

Warning & Alerts

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