Curvv will likely be launched with an EV powertrain first, followed by the ICE version some time later.
Tata Motors has confirmed that the Curvv SUV-coupe is all set to be launched in India on August 7. The Curvv will be the first mass-market SUV-coupe in India, serving as an alternative to mid-size SUVs.
- Tata Curvv to rival Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara
- To offer petrol, diesel, EV powertrains
Tata Curvv: exterior, interior design
The Tata Curvv is based on the Nexon and carries forward a similar design language, except the sloping roof line of course. It will have Tata’s signature new split-LED headlamp setup, lots of gloss-black cladding on the sides, a split tail-lamp setup at the rear and that distinct coupe-like roofline. EV and ICE models will likely be marked out by different-looking bumpers and LED light signatures. In terms of dimensions, the Curvv will be 313mm longer than the Nexon, with the wheelbase going up by 62mm.
On the inside, the Curvv will get the four-spoke illuminated steering wheel from the Harrier and Safari. The 10.25-inch screens for the instrument cluster and digital dials will be carried over too, although the EV could be marked out by some unique switchgear and additional features; just as the Nexon EV has over the regular Nexon. Other features of note will likely include a wireless charger, 360-degree camera, ventilated seats and connected car features. It will also get a panoramic sunroof.
Tata Curvv: powertrain options
Powering the Tata Curvv will be a new 125hp, 1.2-litre, three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that will be offered with both manual and automatic gearboxes. Meanwhile, diesel versions will use the Nexon’s 1.5-litre, four-cylinder unit. The fully-electric version will use Tata’s Gen 2 acti.ev architecture, and while technical details are currently sparse, it will likely offer a 450-500km range.
Tata Curvv: expected price, rivals
The Tata Curvv EV is expected to go on sale first, with prices starting from around Rs 20 lakh. This will position it above the Nexon EV in Tata’s portfolio, and below the upcoming Harrier EV. The Curvv ICE will likely be launched some time after the EV version, and could be priced from around Rs 10 lakh-11 lakh. The Curvv EV will rival the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV, Maruti eVX and even the MG ZS EV, while the Curvv ICE will face competition from mid-size SUVs such as Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and Hyundai Creta
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