The 2026 Tata Nexon engine options comprise a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged mill that can be had in either petrol or CNG form, as well as a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder diesel. The NA petrol engine is available with a 5-speed MT, 6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT, and 7-speed DCT, the diesel gets a 6-speed AMT or 6-speed MT, and the CNG can be had with a 6-speed MT only. The Tata Nexon is 3995mm long, 1804mm wide and 1620mm high. The Nexon's wheelbase is 2498mm.

Engine	Tata Nexon Petrol	Tata Nexon Diesel	Tata Nexon CNG
Displacement	1.2-litre	1.5-litre	1.2-litre
Power (hp)	120	115	100
Torque (Nm)	170	260	170
Transmission	MT / AMT / DCT	MT / AMT	MT
Cargo capacity	382 litres	382 litres	321 litres

Himanshu Goel•26 Mar 2026

4/5

Nexon is my first car and really like it, solid build of the car - feels like a mini tank. I bought the automatic transmission - sometimes feel laggy. But overally at this price range one of the best car.

CarWise•1 Mar 2026

5/5

i have been using nexon petrol turbo and its proven its reliability, running strong even after 1.34 lakh km which is very impressive. great engine longevity for a petrol turbo

Darshan•24 Feb 2026

3/5

currently own 2020 nexon AMT XZA+ driven about 21k km. mileage i get is barely 8.5 in cities and 10 to 11 on highways. quite a gap between claimed and real world mileage. car is serviced recently too

Mythical solution•5 Jan 2026

4/5

tata nexon is a reliable car in terms of safety and mileage. good choice if safety is priority

Sanjoy•27 Dec 2025

5/5

nexon petrol turbo is still going great even after 1.34 lakh km. reliability has been really impressive. very satisfied long term ownership experience

Shubham•12 Dec 2025

2/5

tata petrol engines are not refined reliable or long lasting. only good for their diesel engines

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Manual gearbox could be better
Fit and finish not as good as rivals

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Questions you may find useful

•3d

Planning to upgrade from Alto K10 to an SUV. We are taller(6ft) occupants and need a spacious cabin where 5 people can sit comfortably. Can run 1000km round a month & 80% on highways. My priorities are Safety, Comfort for tall passengers, Basic tech and mainly an automatic vehicle. Confused with the review of 3xo MX2 pro AT, Nexon Diesel, Venue facelift HX5, Kia Syros HTK plus. Budget is around 11-12 lakhs on-road. Kindly suggest.

•2d

Go for the Mahindra XUV 3XO, and get the petrol with the 6‑speed automatic. It gives you a roomy back seat, a strong crash rating, and a planted and secure highway ride that suits your 80 percent highway use. The turbo petrol engine is the strongest here, and it's the only one of your shortlist to get a smooth torque-converter automatic gearbox. The only real downside is that the boot is not as big as that of rivals, and fuel economy won't be as good either, but for your largely highway use, the difference won't be so bad.The Hyundai Venue HX5 is fine for four but tight for five on long trips, and while the Kia Syros HTK Plus feels the largest, rear width and thigh support are only average, and its ride quality is quite choppy. Tata Nexon diesel would be lovely on highways and is safe, but the diesel automatic is an AMT, which is nowhere near as smooth as the XUV's torque converter, or even the Hyundai/Kia's DCT.

I have a budget of Rs. 12 lakh and am currently driving a Tata Tiago, which I have owned for the past 10 years. I am now looking to upgrade and would appreciate suggestions in both the sedan and SUV segments. My biggest dilemma is deciding whether I should choose a sedan or an SUV. In the sedan category, I am considering the Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia. In the SUV segment, I am looking at the Tata Nexon. Please suggest if there are any better options than these as well. My driving is evenly split between city and highway usage, and I am a light user with an average monthly running of around 1,000 km. Considering my requirements, which type of vehicle would be the better choice, and which models should I shortlist?

•4d

The first thing to note is that with a Rs. 12 lakh budget, the Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia may be difficult to fit in unless you're looking at entry-level variants or stretching your budget. The Tata Nexon, on the other hand, sits much more comfortably within your range.Between a sedan and an SUV, we'd lean towards a sedan for your usage pattern. With your driving split evenly between city and highway and a relatively modest monthly running of around 1,000km, a sedan generally offers better ride comfort, superior highway stability and a more engaging driving experience. Coming from a Tata Tiago, a Virtus or Slavia will feel like a substantial upgrade in terms of refinement, space and overall quality.If your budget is firm at Rs 12. lakh, we'd suggest looking at the Skoda Kylaq Automatic or Honda Amaze CVT as well. The Kylaq offers SUV practicality, strong safety credentials and a fun turbo-petrol engine, while the Amaze provides the smoothest automatic experience and excellent long-term ownership appeal.The Tata Nexon remains a good all-rounder with strong safety credentials and a practical cabin, but if your heart is set on a Virtus or Slavia and you can stretch the budget, they are the more rewarding cars to own and drive.

Suggest to me between the Tata Nexon Diesel Automatic and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Petrol Mild Hybrid Automatic. My running is 30 to 50 kilometres a day.

•1w

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Petrol Mild Hybrid Automatic would be the recommendation here.With a monthly running of just over 1000km, you're right on the cusp where a diesel's fuel-efficiency advantage starts becoming less compelling, especially if a significant portion of that driving is in the city. The Grand Vitara's naturally aspirated petrol engine and torque-converter automatic are smooth, refined and easy to live with, while the mild-hybrid system helps improve fuel efficiency in urban conditions. It also offers a more spacious cabin, better ride comfort and a more premium overall experience than the Nexon.The Tata Nexon Diesel Automatic will undoubtedly be more fuel efficient on longer journeys and offers strong low-end torque. However, it is still a modern diesel with a DPF, and if your driving includes frequent short trips or heavy city traffic, it may not be the ideal fit over the long term.

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•1w

I want to purchase an SUV, and my budget is 15 lakhs maximum. My daily drive is around 10-15 kms in the city, and occasionally I go out of the city, like once in a quarter, and that too, maximum up to 300 kms. The vehicle should give decent mileage. It should be safe as well. Kindly suggest a few options.

•1w

Go for the Hyundai Venue. Given your limited usage, there's no need to spend extra for the diesel engine, and either of the petrol engines should be sufficient. The 1.2-litre engine is perfect for your largely city use, with sufficient power and a light clutch and gear shift. However, for your highway trips, it might feel underpowered, and in that case, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol is a better bet, and even comes with a DCT automatic option. However, this engine isn't as fuel-efficient as the 1.2.Being one of the newest SUVs in the compact segment, the Venue comes with the latest tech, high-quality interiors, good space and good comfort too. With your budget of Rs 15 lakh, you can go up to the HX8 variant, which has a lot of features and tech. This includes safety features, and you'll be reassured by the fact that it has scored 5 stars in Bharat NCAP's crash tests. The only downside is that it's not particularly exciting to drive compared to some rivals.Speaking of which, alternatives include the Tata Nexon and Mahindra XUV 3XO, which have also scored 5-star NCAP ratings, but aren't as fuel-efficient as the Venue. Or conversely, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Fronx, which are more fuel efficient, but haven't yet been tested by Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP. Overall, we think the Venue is the best bet for you.

I am planning to buy the Hyundai Creta Knight Edition with iVT. I have also taken a test drive of the top-end Tata Nexon DCA, and while it is a good car with excellent features and strong value for money, I did notice some lag in city traffic. My first preference is an automatic transmission. I am slightly confused about investing in the top-end version of the Creta, especially since a new facelift (K3 platform) is expected in the next 6-8 months. In that case, I am concerned that the current model may depreciate further in the resale market. Could you please suggest the best option available and advise whether I should go ahead with the current Creta offerings?

•1w

Go for the Creta Knight iVT. Like you mentioned, the Nexon's DCT gearbox can tend to hesitate in city traffic, and the Creta’s CVT automatic is much smoother and calmer in stop-go conditions. It also gives you more space and an easier, more comfortable ride for family runs, while the 1.5 petrol with this gearbox suits everyday city use very well.About the “new facelift in 6-8 months”, there is no official word yet. Even if a new version arrives next year, the Creta name holds strong value in the used car market. Do note, the Creta iVT is not the quickest when you floor it, so fast highway overtakes will need some planning especially when fully loaded. For a smooth city automatic and fuss-free ownership, buy the Creta now.

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