Tata Motors redefines vehicular elegance with its significantly refreshed Nexon compact SUV. Set for a grand debut on September 14th, bookings for the Nexon and Nexon EV facelifts commence from September 4, with the Nexon EV facelift’s reveal planned for September 7.
The 2023 Nexon channels contemporary design, absorbing inspiration from Tata’s Curvv and Harrier EV concepts. The impressive 10.25-inch touchscreen pairs gracefully with a novel two-spoke steering wheel.
Exterior Evolution
The exterior showcases a split-headlamp design, with LED daytime running lights on top, juxtaposed with headlights below. These DRLs meld seamlessly through an upper grille adorned with the Tata emblem. The dominant lower bumper presents a broader grille, enhanced by a robust plastic bar and a decorative skid plate.
From a side glance, Nexon introduces a subtle accent line, accompanied by redesigned alloy wheels. The rear aspect accentuates its persona with a full-width LED light bar, centered by the Tata Motors insignia. The rear bumper houses the number plate and now includes the reverse light. With ground clearance at 208mm, Nexon remains ready for diverse landscapes.
Inside the Nexon Facelift
The interior reflection channels the Curvv concept. The revamped touchscreen setup seamlessly merges with a forward-looking two-spoke steering wheel. The dashboard, sleeker with minimalistic physical buttons, is adorned with leather textures and a carbon fiber semblance. Dominating this space is the prominent 10.25-inch touchscreen, an innovation first witnessed in the Nexon EV Max Dark edition.
This high-tech suite embraces features like a 360-degree camera, connected car technology, wireless charging, and an air purifier. Safety remains paramount with Tata equipping the Nexon facelift with six airbags, emergency call features, and essential protective gear.
Power Dynamics
The engine configuration remains formidable, hosting the 120hp, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol powerhouse. Depending on the chosen variant, customers can select from four gearbox alternatives. The 1.5-litre diesel option persists with a 6-speed manual or AMT.
Moving away from convention, Tata Motors introduces a dynamic naming structure, drawing inspiration from the Punch series.
Market Anticipation
With the debut approaching on September 14th, market experts speculate the Nexon facelift’s price to oscillate between Rs 8 lakh-15 lakh (ex-showroom). Poised against automotive stalwarts like Mahindra XUV300, Maruti Suzuki models, Hyundai Venue, and more, Nexon readies for a competitive showdown.
This revamp signals Tata Motors’ determined foray into the progressive automotive epoch, intertwining avant-garde design with state-of-the-art technology. Only time will tell how this fresh perspective will resonate with global audiences.
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