Stuck between the Tata Nexon EV and Maruti Suzuki e Vitara? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Tata Nexon EV undercuts on entry price (₹12.49L vs ₹17.50L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Tata Nexon EV vs Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
Tata Nexon EV
SUV
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
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Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Tata Nexon EV | Maruti Suzuki e Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,249,000 | ₹1,750,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 30 | 49 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 275 | 500 |
| Range real-world (km) | 210 | 370 |
| Motor power (hp) | 127 | 142 |
| Torque (Nm) | 215 | 193 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 120 | 150 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 10.5 | 8.7 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 50 | 70 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 56 | 45 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 6 | 6.5 |
| Boot space (L) | 350 | 378 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 190 | 180 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Tata Nexon EV
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Tata Nexon EV if you want lower entry price. Pick the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara if you value longer real-world range.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the Nexon EV at 489 km and the e Vitara at 500 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 366 km vs 375 km respectively — the e Vitara edges out by 9 km in mixed city + highway driving.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?
Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The Tata Nexon EV is ~₹5.01L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.
Which is faster to charge?
Peak DC rate is 70 kW for the Nexon EV vs 70 kW for the e Vitara. 10–80% takes 40 min vs 45 min — the Nexon EV is faster on a long highway stop.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.