Tata Motors has added another feather to its cap in the EV space. Its long-range Nexon EV, powered by the newer 45 kWh battery, has officially been crash-tested by Bharat NCAP, and the result is exactly what Tata would’ve hoped for. Yup, a full 5-star safety rating.
This means every version of the Nexon EV currently on sale now carries a top-tier crash safety rating, a rare achievement for any electric car sold in India.
What Did the Tests Reveal?
Bharat NCAP tested the Empowered+ LR variant of the Nexon EV with the 45 kWh battery. It came loaded with safety gear like 6 airbags, ESC, ISOFIX mounts, TPMS, and even a 360-degree camera. Here's how it performed:
- Adult protection: 29.86 out of 32
- Child protection: 44.95 out of 49
More specifically:
- Frontal crash: 14.26 / 16
- Side impact: 15.6 / 16
- Child dynamic test: 23.95 / 24
That’s about as reassuring as it gets.
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For context, this version comes with the new 45 kWh battery pack, replacing the older 40.5 kWh trims. Tata now offers the Nexon EV in two main variants: 30 kWh (MR) and 45 kWh (LR), both boasting 5-star crash ratings.
With safety-conscious buyers increasingly leaning toward EVs, Tata’s latest result is not just a win on paper, it’s a reassurance for anyone considering the Nexon EV as their next car.
