2017 Tata Nexon review, road test

Is there more to the Tata Nexon than just designer looks? Our road test reveals all.

Published on Sep 07, 2017 04:05:00 PM

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The Nexon remains calm and composed at high speeds and makes for a good long-distance cruiser.

Headlamp’s blister-like indicator pod inspired by Nissan Juke.

Sharply cut tail-lamps with their LED elements look really slick.

Desirable. That’s what the Tata Nexon is. With a design that stands out even amidst pricier cars, there’s an inherent pull to the Nexon. But, commendably, Tata has made sure buyers will find more to the Nexon when they scratch beneath the surface. Sure, the cabin could have been better put together and should have come with more storage spaces too, but it is still a place you and your passengers would be happy to spend long hours in. The impressive levels of refinement of both petrol and diesel engines and the well-settled ride simply add to the high level of comfort the Nexon offers. An added bonus is that the handling is quite entertaining too. The petrol engine has its weaknesses but it’s the smooth diesel that anyone interested in the Nexon should be considering.

Tata has also priced the Nexon aggressively, with prices starting at Rs 5.85 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the base petrol version and topping off at Rs 9.45 lakh for the top-spec diesel. All pointers suggest the Nexon could be Tata’s Swift moment – the car that changes its image for good.