The compact SUV segment has been brutally competitive, with Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Skoda Kylaq and other models fighting for the same buyer. In this competition, the Tata Nexon has remained consistently as the best-selling SUV for four fiscal years out of five (FY 22, 23, 24, and 26). Here are the top five reasons why the Tata Nexon continues to hold an edge over its competitors.
Turbo-charged CNG Powertrain
Most CNG SUVs in this segment run on a naturally aspirated mill that feels underpowered when switched from petrol to CNG, as the power and torque take a hit. The Nexon iCNG changes that equation. It uses a 1.2-litre turbocharged Revotron engine that produces 99 bhp and 170 Nm of torque, even in CNG mode. With the CNG, the Nexon even offers a good mileage of 24.01 km/kg. Another highlight is that the iCNG lets you crank the car without petrol.
Tata has also kept practicality intact with a twin-cylinder CNG layout, so you still get a usable 321-litre boot instead of losing most of it to gas tanks, a common complaint with rival CNG SUVs. Along with that, it doesn’t compromise on features either – it offers a panoramic sunroof, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, and ventilated seats that its rivals miss out on.
Safety Benchmark
Safety has always been a hallmark of Tata, and the Nexon is a torchbearer. It was the first made-in-India car to score a 5-star Global NCAP rating back in 2018, and the current generation has maintained that 5-star rating under both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP’s stricter, updated protocols for both adult and child occupant protection.
Complementing its strong build, the Tata Nexon also offers a slew of safety features, including a ADAS, 6 airbags as standard, electronic stability control, a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, and more.
Multi Powertrain Setup
One of the main highlights of the Tata Nexon is its vast availability of powertrain choices. Buyers can choose between petrol, diesel, CNG and even an electric option. Along with the powertrain options, there are multiple transmission choices too. That includes – a 5-speed MT, 6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT and 7-speed DCA. That said, buyers wouldn’t need to compromise on any features to get the fuel type they want with the Nexon.
Features Suite
The Tata Nexon is fully loaded with all the necessary & premium features. The list includes a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen, front ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a wireless charger, among others. Not to forget, the Tata Nexon is also the only SUV under Rs 10 lakh to offer a panoramic sunroof and 360-degree camera. That said, with the Nexon, you won’t need to compromise on any features.
Value-For-Money
The ICE Nexon’s price ranges between Rs 8.60 lakh and Rs 16.98 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). The electric version – Nexon.ev is priced between Rs 13.22 lakh and Rs 18.56 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). At this price, the Nexon undercuts several of its competitors while still bundling a multi-powertrain and a loaded feature suite.