The new Tata Nexon's launch is not very far away. In fact, as reported earlier, the updated version of the SUV will go on sale in the Indian market on September 14, alongside its electric derivative. Given that this is the second facelift for the Nexon SUV, it is expected to set the template for the Harrier and the Safari facelift models, which are due to arrive in the country in the coming months. The compact SUV – the Nexon – will sport major changes to the exterior and interior. These include split headlamps, a full-width LED taillight, new LED DRLs with sequential lighting elements, a slimmer grille, and a modified front bumper. On the sides, the model largely resembles the existing version, but it will come with brand-new alloy wheels. The rear end is also majorly redone, with the forthcoming car receiving a new bumper with a pair of reflectors and reverse lights, a revised tailgate, and altered LED tail lights with an LED light bar. In addition, roof rails, a shark-fin antenna, turn indicators on the ORVM, and a sunroof are also likely on the cards.
Meanwhile, the interior of the updated Nexon SUV will incorporate a two-spoke steering wheel with a backlit Tata logo, a floating 10.25-inch touchscreen, a new digital instrument cluster, touch-based HVAC controls, thinner AC vents, etc.
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However, the car will continue to feature the same rotary drive mode selector, manual handbrake, and door panels as before. Even, its dashboard will be available with the same dual-tone, textured finish.
Tata Nexon Facelift: Variants
According to some market sources, Tata Motors has decided to keep its new Nexon model away from the usual nomenclature. So, the upcoming version will be offered in the following trims: Smart, Smart+, Smart+ (S), Pure+, Pure+ (S), Creative, Creative+, Creative+ (S), Fearless, Fearless (S), and Fearless+ (S). Some trims are familiar and some are new – Smart and Fearless. The '+' here denotes that the Nexon facelift will get optional packages with additional features on each trim, while (S) suggests the presence of a sunroof, although a single-pane unit.
Tata Nexon Facelift: Variant-wise Features
Let's now take a look at the upcoming Nexon's variant-wise features that are listed below:
Tata Nexon Smart:
- LED headlamps with reflectors
- LED Daytime Running Lamps
- LED tail lamps
- 16-inch steel wheels
- Two-spoke steering wheel
- Fabric seat upholstery
- Front power windows
- Manual HVAC controls
- 4.0-inch LCD Digital Instrument Cluster
- Multiple drive modes
- Central locking
- Six airbags, ESP
- Three-point seatbelt for all seats
Tata Nexon Smart+:
- Rear power windows
- Electric wing mirrors
- 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Four speakers
- Android Auto, Apple CarPlay connectivity
- Steering-mounted controls
- Voice commands
Tata Nexon Pure+:
- Full-LED headlamps
- Connected LED tail-lamp strip
- Automatic rain-sensing wipers
- Automatic headlamps
- Wheel caps for 16-inch wheels
- Roof rails
- Dual-tone dashboard finish
- Soft-touch door pads
- Rear AC vents
Tata Nexon Creative:
- Sequential LED DRLs and tail lamps
- Rear wiper, washer
- Body-coloured door handles, wing mirrors
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Leather-wrapped gear lever
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- Height-adjustable driver’s seat
- Automatic AC
- Push button start
- Keyless entry
- Cooled glove box
- Paddle shifters (automatics)
- 7.0-inch TFT instrument cluster
- Rearview camera
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
Tata Nexon Creative+:
- Front parking sensors
- 360-degree camera
- Cruise control
- Auto-folding ORVMs
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment
Tata Nexon Fearless:
- Sequential LED welcome signature
- Fog lamps with cornering function
- Rear defogger
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Front centre armrest
- 10.25-inch full-digital instrument cluster
- Air purifier
- Wireless charger
- Express cooling
- One-touch up/down driver’s side power window
- Rear armrest with cupholders
- 60:40 split, folding rear seats
Tata Nexon Fearless+:
- Premium sound system with subwoofer
- Leatherette upholstery
- Ventilated front seats
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with slim bezel
- Connected car technology
- Over-the-air updates
Tata Nexon Facelift: Pricing, Market Rivals
With all these abovementioned updates, the Nexon facelift is expected to cost more than the previous version. Expect the SUV to range between Rs 15 lakh and Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). In the Indian market, the compact SUV will continue to lock horns with the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Renault Kiger, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV300, the Kia Sonet, and others.
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Tata Nexon Facelift: Powertrain
Underneath the bonnet, a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 1.5-liter diesel motor will be available. A new 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual, and a 6-speed AMT will be offered with the petrol variants. However, only the 6-speed transmission will be available with the diesel versions. Power and torque figures for both engine options are yet to be revealed, but expect them to remain unaltered.
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