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Tata Nexon :
Launched in 2017, receiving a facelift and a BS6 update in 2020, the Tata Nexon is another compact SUV in this list. The Nexon has an aggressive design and a proper road presence. Featuring a G-NCAP rating of five stars, the Nexon is a no-nonsense vehicle providing absolute safety to its passengers. Also, having a ground clearance of 205mm, it can easily handle potholes and bad roads, and has mild off-roading capabilities, considering it is front-wheel drive only. It has a very satisfying mid to top-end power and provides a spacious cabin room. The upper trims also receive wireless charging, an air purifier with an AQI display, an electric sunroof, and ventilated front seats. Providing more comfort for 3 people at the back, the Nexon is a proper family car and can easily house 5 people. It rivals the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and the Kia Sonet, which also are found on this list of cars under 10 lakh.
Car Specifications :
Engine: 1.2L turbo petrol, 1.5L diesel
Transmission: automatic, manual
Mileage: 16.3 km/l to 22 km/l
Airbags: 2
Fuel Type: petrol, diesel
Seating Capacity: 5
Body Type: compact-SUV
Safety :
Safety is another crucial aspect that buyers consider when purchasing a car, and the Tata Nexon scores high in this area as well.
The Nexon has received a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP, making it one of the safest cars on the road today.
Driving Experience :
The driving experience of a car can make or break the overall ownership experience, and the Tata Nexon delivers a smooth and enjoyable ride.
With its powerful engine, responsive handling, and comfortable interiors, the Nexon offers a driving experience that is unmatched by its competitors.
Nexon Advantanges :
- Powerful And Torquey Petrol And Diesel Engine Options : The 1.2L turbo petrol engine in the Nexon offers impressive performance. It produces 120PS of power at 5500rpm and 170Nm of torque between 1750rpm and 4000rpm. Similarly, its 1.5L turbo diesel engine produces 110PS of power at 4000rpm and 260Nm of torque between 1500rpm and 2750rpm.
- Good Road Presence And Ground Clearance : The Nexon boasts big dimensions and an imposing presence on the road. It is one of the widest and tallest SUVs in the B2-segment and impresses with its butch styling. Additionally, the Nexon offers a class leading ground clearance of 209mm.
- Petrol And Diesel Automatic Options : Tata offer the Nexon with both petrol and diesel automatic transmission options. The Nexon is one of a few SUVs in the segment to offer a diesel automatic option. Additionally, the Nexon offers petrol and diesel automatic options in all variants, save for the base variant.
- Feature Loaded For The Price : With the recent update, Tata offered multiple feel-good features in the Nexon. The Nexon offers features like automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, electric sunroof, front ventilated seats, air purifier, wireless charger, cruise control and auto-dimming IRVM. Additionally, the Nexon is also one of the most affordable cars in India to offer an electric sunroof.
Nexon Disadvantanges :
- Poor Feature Distribution : Tata Nexon suffers from poor distribution of features in some of its variants, as the mid variants lack several must-have features. While the XM variant is overpriced for what it offers, the XE, XM (S) and XM Plus (S) variants lack multiple must-have features like day/night IRVM, front and rear armrest, auto AC, split rear seatback, height-adjustable driver seat, Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity, rear camera, rear defogger, rear washer wiper and tyre pressure sensors.
- Missing Features : The Nexon lacks a few features that the other cars in its segment offer. These features include 360-degree parking camera, side thorax and curtain airbags, and rear wiper with washer.
PRICE RANGE :
Nexon price for base model in diesel is ₹ 10.04 Lakh. Nexon price for base model in cng is ₹ 8.00 Lakh. Whereas the price of Nexon automatic version starts from ₹ 9.44 Lakh.