2022 Tata Nexon EV Max Review : 11 Pros & 11 Cons

Out on the highway, the Tata Nexon EV Max is fantastic. An advantage of a powerful electric motor is that if you need to perform a quick overtake, there’s no need to wait for a downshift or being in the engine’s powerband.

A solidly built & good-looking electric car
Zero tailpipe emissions & green image will appeal to the environmentally-conscious
Real-world range of ~300 km is adequate for city commutes & inter-city travel to nearby destinations
Stupendously cheap fuel cost of 1 rupee / km (if you charge at home)
Fast performance! 0-100 km/h in <9 seconds is enjoyable
Sorted road manners & solid high-speed stability due to the lower center of gravity & firmer suspension
Smooth drive, no gears, light controls & compact size make it an ideal city car
Nice, spacious cabin with comfortable seats. You get a practical 350-liter boot too
Loads of features over the standard Nexon EV such as fast charging, ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, Sport & Eco modes, multi-mode regen, cruise control, air purifier, wireless smartphone charging, sunroof and more
Safety kit includes disc brakes all-round, ESP, traction control, TPMS, electronic parking brake, auto hold etc.
Low running costs & cheaper long-term maintenance (as is the case with all EVs)

Considerably more expensive than the Petrol / Diesel Nexon. You’re paying for the tech & being an early adopter
Needs a charging point installed at your home parking spot. This is not doable for many people
Lack of charging infrastructure & ~300 km range limits long-distance / highway usability
Long “full tank” charging times in comparison with an ICE car. Overnight charging is best
Top speed is restricted to 140 km/h
Ride is compliant, but not plush. Firmness at lower speeds means you feel the big potholes
Only 3 dual-tone colour options to pick from. No single tone colour options available. Boring colour palette = just white, grey & blue
Fit, finish & interior quality don’t match up to the 20-lakh on-road price of the XZ+ Lux
Tata’s after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
It’s a brand-new technology, so there will be issues & niggles
Petrol / Diesel Nexon carry a 5-star GNCAP rating. Nexon EV is still unrated

Read Team-BHP’s detailed Tata Nexon EV Max Review.