Tata Sierra vs Tata Nexon

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Tata Sierra

Tata Sierra

Accomplished+ Diesel AT

21.29 lakh

Tata Nexon

Tata Nexon

Diesel Fearless + PS Red #Dark AMT

14.52 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1497 cc
1497 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
AMT

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

118 hp at 4000 rpm
115 hp at 3750 rpm

Max Engine Torque

260 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
260 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

19.22 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested City Mileage

11.53 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

14.56 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
44 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

13.05 kmpl
–

0-100kph

13.37 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.97 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

9.42 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

N/A

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt

Front Brakes

Disc
Discs

Rear Brakes

Disc
Drums

Wheel Size

19 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

225/55 R19
215/60 R16

Rear Tyre Size

225/55 R19
215/60 R16

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
N/A

Turning Radius

–
5.1 m

Dimensions

Length

4340 mm
39952 mm

Width

1841 mm
1804 mm

Height

1715 mm
1620 mm

Wheelbase

2730 mm
2498 mm

Ground Clearance

205 mm
208 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

622-1257 litres
382 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Dead Pedal

Keyless Entry

Cabin Boot Access

Rear Window Sun Shades

Interior Lamps

Third Row AC Vents

Climate Control

2-zone
1-zone

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Glovebox

Acoustic Windshield

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Cup Holders

Sunglass Holder

Remote Locking

Roof Grab Handles

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Door Pockets

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Driver Armrest Storage

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

Hands-free Boot Opening

Driving Modes

Front Seatback Pockets

Electric Tailgate Release

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Launch Control

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light
Front Passenger Only

Auto Parking

Ambient Lighting

Rear AC Vents

Push Button Start

Bluetooth Connectivity

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

Yes (Gesture Control)

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Trunk Light

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Rear Power Outlet

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Safety

Hill Start Assist

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Side Airbag

Speed Assist System

–

Seat Belt Warning

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Traction Control

Traffic Sign Recognition

Central Locking

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Dual Tone Horn

–

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming
Auto

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

Curtain Airbag

BNCAP Rating

5
5

Clutch Lock

–

Child Safety Lock

Passenger Airbag

Brake Fade Support

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Brake Assist (BA)

Boot Open Warning

Blind Spot Monitor

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Automatic Wipers

Automatic Headlamps

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Airbags

6
6

Adaptive Cruise Control

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Overspeed Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Lane Departure Avoidance

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Hill Descent Control

High Beam Assist

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Heads Up Display

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Crash Test Rating

–
5

NCAP Rating

–
5

Exterior

Sequential Turn Indicators

Scuff Plates

–

Front Fog Lamps

Puddle Lamps

Pop-Out Door Handle

Manual
–

Headlight Height Adjuster

ORVM turn indicators

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Rub Strips

Roof Rails

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Illuminated Logo

LED fog lamps

Projector Headlamps

LED DRLs

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Body Coloured Bumpers

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Connected LED

–

Cornering Headlights

Stop Lamp

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Spoiler

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Interior

Average Fuel Consumption

Low Fuel Level Warning

Average Speed

Shift Indicator

Trip Meter

Instantaneous Consumption

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Distance to Empty

Head-up Display

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Gear Indicator

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Massage Seats

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Split

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Driver's Seat Memory

Third Row Seats

Individual Chairs at Rear

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Seat Count

5
5

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Heated Seats

Entertainment

Inbuilt Music App

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Rear Entertainment Screens

USB Input

MirrorLink

Branded Music System

JBL
JBL

CD Player

Touchpad

Wireless Phone Charging

AUX Input

Front Passenger Screen

–

Speakers

8
4

Steering Phone Controls

Web Browser

Display

12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.25 -inch Touchscreen

Satellite Navigation

In-built
Onboard

Audio System

Voice Commands

Steering Audio Controls

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Gesture Controls

Video Player

Connected Car Features

Phone App

–

Alexa Compatibility

Digital Key

–

Geo Fence

Smart Drive Information

–

Summon Mode

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

Low Battery Warning

Live Location Sharing

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Emergency Call Button

Find My Car

Check Vehicle Status via App

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•11w

I'm planning to buy an EV under a 20 lakh budget, and it should be an under-4.3-metre SUV. I had shortlisted the Tata Nexon EV, but now the Tata Sierra EV is coming. My daily running is around 30-35km. I'm confused about whether I should buy the Tata Nexon EV or wait for the base variant of the Tata Sierra EV.

•13w

I am buying my first car. While I do not have a fixed budget, I understand that every vehicle comes with certain trade-offs. My primary usage will be city commuting, along with occasional road trips every two months. I have never driven a German car before, and the last car I drove was a Tata Indica eV2. I am looking for a car that offers excellent comfort in Delhi-NCR weather conditions, including ventilated seats and an air-conditioning system that cools the cabin effectively. I would also like a car that provides an engaging driving experience so that I do not get bored of driving it over time. I plan to pass the car on to my father in the future if I no longer need it, so I am specifically looking for an automatic. Safety is, of course, a priority as well. I am currently confused between the Skoda Kylaq, Skoda Kushaq, Skoda Slavia, Kia Syros, Hyundai Venue, Hyundai Creta, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Sierra, Toyota Hyryder, and a few other options in the market. Which one would be the most suitable choice for my requirements?

•15w

I currently drive a Hyundai i10 CNG, with a monthly running of around 400 km, and am now planning to upgrade my car with an on-road budget of around ₹15 lakh. My running could increase to nearly 1,000 km per month in the future if my work location changes. My key priorities are: Good suspension and ride comfort Good fuel efficiency in heavy city traffic Low maintenance costs Comfortable seats for daily usage A feature like ventilated seats would be nice to have, but it is not essential. I am currently considering the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, and even upcoming ICE/CNG/EV options. I am also open to considering a used car that is up to 3 years old if it offers better value.

•18w

Hi, I live in Gurugram and am planning to buy my first car. We are a family of four, including one child and my mother (60+). I have shortlisted the Tata Sierra Accomplished Plus AT and the Tata Nexon Fearless+ S AT, but I am confused between the vehicle choice and fuel options. I am inclined towards diesel, as I plan to travel to my hometown, Hyderabad, by road twice a year. Mileage and concerns around ethanol-blended fuel are also influencing my decision.