Tata Curve EV: After being shown as a pre-production concept multiple times and endless visuals of test mules, the first official teasers of the Tata Curve EV are finally out. The Curve will debut as an electric vehicle, followed by an internal combustion engine (ICE) version. The teasers show several elements of the upcoming EV from the Indian automaker. Let’s find out more about this upcoming EV.
What was spotted?
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The teaser released by Tata Motors shows the sloping roofline of the Curve, along with additional features like a connected light setup at both the front and rear like the Nexon EV.
We also got a glimpse of the alloy wheel design, which looks similar to the Nexon EV, but with aero inserts added. It is also set to get flush door handles, making it the first Tata car to get these. Other design elements include a closed grille on the EV version.
Tata Curve EV Expected features and safety net
This SUV-coupe from Tata Motors is expected to get a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital driver display, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof.
In terms of safety, it is expected to get six airbags, a 360-degree camera with blind spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, electronic stability control (ESC), and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) including lane keep assist, autonomous braking, and adaptive cruise control.
Expected powertrain
Tata has not revealed any information about the exact battery pack and motor details of the Curve electric SUV, but we expect it to offer a choice of two battery packs with a maximum range of around 500 km. It will be based on Tata’s Acti.ev platform, as seen on its younger sibling Punch EV, and will support DC fast charging, V2L (vehicle-to-load), drive modes, and adjustable energy regeneration.
Expected Price and Rivals
The Tata Curve EV is expected to have a starting price of Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom), and will rival the MG ZS EV and the upcoming Creta EV.
The Curve will also be launched in an ICE version later this year, which is expected to be priced at Rs 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom). The Curve will directly rival the Citroen Basalt, while it will also compete with cars like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hider, Volkswagen Taigun, and Skoda Kushaq.
