Tata Tigor EV Expert Review

Tata Tigor EV is based on the updated Tata Tigor, it retains the compact sedan silhouette but has added EV-specific touches such as blue accents, revised grille detailing and aerodynamic alloy wheels.
It is built on Tata’s Ziptron EV architecture, the Tigor EV uses a 26kWh lithium-ion battery pack.

Inside, the Tigor EV mirrors the petrol Tigor’s cabin layout, with subtle EV-specific blue highlights helping differentiate it. The layered dashboard design looks neat, and the overall cabin feels familiar and user friendly. Front seats are comfortable enough for city commutes, and visibility is excellent thanks to the upright greenhouse. Rear-seat space remains decent for the segment, though taller passengers may find under-thigh support limited.
Boot space is slightly compromised at 316 litres due to the battery packaging but remains practical enough for daily use.

Tigor Ev is powered by a front-mounted electric motor producing 75hp and 170Nm. The Tigor EV offers two drive modes: Eco and Sport. Full power and torque are available only in Sport mode, where throttle responses become noticeably sharper. Performance is smooth and predictable rather than thrilling. The Tigor EV feels quick enough up to urban speeds, especially in Sport mode, where it can sprint to 60kph quite briskly. Beyond that, acceleration tapers off, and it struggles to match the pace of petrol rivals at highway speeds. 
What stands out instead is refinement. The electric drivetrain is silent and vibration-free, making city driving feel calm and effortless. The absence of engine noise immediately gives it a more sophisticated feel than similarly priced petrol compact sedans. Regenerative braking is always active and cannot be adjusted, which takes some acclimatisation, especially on highways where lift-off deceleration can feel abrupt.

The claimed ARAI range for Tigor EV is 315km. In our real-world testing, the EV achieved around 200km in city conditions and approximately 181km on the highway. Efficiency figures stood at 7.69km/kWh in the city and 6.98km/kWh on highways.

The suspension setup has been revised to handle the extra battery weight, with stiffer springs and retuned dampers. While there is an initial firmness at low speeds, the Tigor EV settles well and absorbs bumps competently once moving. Rear passengers feel sharper road shocks more noticeably due to the firmer rear suspension setup. However, overall ride comfort remains respectable for a compact sedan.
The steering is light and effortless in city conditions, making the Tigor EV easy to manoeuvre in traffic and tight parking spaces. Handling is safe and predictable rather than sporty, with the added battery weight making its presence felt during quick direction changes.

The Tigor EV comes reasonably equipped with features such as touchscreen infotainment, connected car tech, automatic climate control and keyless entry. 
Safety is a strong point. The Tigor EV benefits from Tata’s robust structure and carries a 4-star Global NCAP safety rating, making it one of the safer compact EVs available at the time.

Priced between roughly Rs 12 lakh and Rs 14 lakh (ex-showroom), the Tigor EV positioned itself as one of India’s most accessible long-range EVs. For buyers looking to make the switch to electric mobility without stretching into SUV territory, the Tigor EV delivers a practical, safe and easy-to-live-with package that fits naturally into everyday urban life.