Tata Motors had launched the Nexon facelift in September last year and it was only a matter of time before the Dark Edition variants for the compact SUV became available. Priced from Rs 11.45 lakh-15.80 lakh, the Nexon Dark is available from the mid-spec Creative trim onwards and costs about Rs 35,000 more than the variant it’s based on.
Tata Nexon Dark Edition variants explained
Tata offers the Nexon Dark with two engines – a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol that produces 120hp and 170Nm of torque, and a 1.5-litre diesel unit that makes 115hp and 260Nm of torque. The former gets 6-speed manual, 6-speed AMT and 7-speed dual-clutch auto options, while the latter gets a 6-speed manual and AMT options.
There are a total of 23 trims to choose from as apart from the petrol-AMT, which is only available in Creative, Creative + and Creative + S trims, all other powertrain options come in five trim levels – including the top-spec Fearless and Fearless+ S. Here are the features, powertrains and safety kit available with each variant.
Tata Nexon Dark Creative – Rs 11.45 lakh-13.45 lakh
Engine: 1.2 petrol-MT, 1.2 petrol-AMT, 1.2 petrol-DCA, 1.5 diesel-MT, 1.5 diesel-AMT
- LED headlights and tail-lights with sequential LED DRLs
- 16-inch Dark-themed alloy wheels
- Roof rails
- Two-spoke steering wheel
- Chrome door handles
- 6 airbags
- Electronic Stability Program
- Rear camera
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- 7.0-inch TFT digital driver display
- Height adjustable driver’s seat
- Adjustable front and rear headrest
- Ventilated leatherette seats
- 4 speakers, 2 tweeters
- 7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Automatic climate control
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Electrically operated wing mirrors
- Cooled glove box
- Rear washer and wiper
- Paddle shifters (AMT and DCA only)
Tata Nexon Dark Creative + – Rs 12.15 lakh-14.25 lakh
Engine: 1.2 petrol-MT, 1.2 petrol-AMT, 1.2 petrol-DCA, 1.5 diesel-MT, 1.5 diesel-AMT
In addition to the Nexon Dark Creative, it gets:
- 360-degree camera
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Auto-fold wing mirrors
- Cruise control
- Auto headlights and wipers
Tata Nexon Dark Creative + S – Rs 12.65 lakh-14.75 lakh
Engine: 1.2 petrol-MT, 1.2 petrol-AMT, 1.2 petrol-DCA, 1.5 diesel-MT, 1.5 diesel-AMT
In addition to Nexon Dark Creative +, it gets:
- Voice-activated sunroof
Tata Nexon Dark Fearless – Rs 12.95 lakh-15.05 lakh
Engine: 1.2 petrol-MT, 1.2 petrol-DCA, 1.5 diesel-MT, 1.5 diesel-AMT
In addition to Nexon Dark Creative + S, it gets:
- Front fog lamps
- Blind spot monitor
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Rear defogger
- 60:40 split, folding rear seat
- 10.25-inch TFT digital driver display
- 4 tweeters, 4 speakers
- Air purifier
- Wireless charger
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Express cool feature
Tata Nexon Dark Fearless + S – Rs 13.80 lakh-15.80 lakh
Engine: 1.2 petrol-MT, 1.2 petrol-DCA, 1.5 diesel-MT, 1.5 diesel-AMT
In addition to Nexon Dark Fearless, it gets:
- Voice-activated sunroof
- Connected car tech
- Sub-woofer (AMT and DCT only)
- Harman speaker system (AMT and DCT only)
Tata Nexon Dark Edition rivals
The Nexon Dark Edition takes on the range-topping and slightly unique versions of compact SUVs like the Kia Sonet X Line and the Hyundai Venue N Line. If the upcoming Skoda compact SUV gets a Monte Carlo version, it will also compete with the Nexon Dark.
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