Tata Curvv EV

Tata Curvv EV is the homegrown automobile manufacturer’s foray into the sports coupe SUV segment. The Curvv EV blends the toughness of an SUV with the elegance and sporty silhouette of a coupe. To make the most of the opportunity, Tata launched the electric vehicle at an official launch event in Mumbai on August 7.

The brand revealed that the electrified Curvv is based on the new Adaptive Tech-Forward Lifestyle Architecture (ATLAS). It gets two battery packs - 45 kWh and 55 kWh. While the current rivals include Mahindra XUV400, MG ZS EV and BYD Atto 3, its true competition will be the upcoming Citroen Basalt.

Tata Curvv EV Price and Variants

The newly launched Tata Curvv EV is up for grabs in five personas - Creative, Accomplished, Accomplished S+, Empowered+ and Empowered+ A. For the 45 kWh battery pack, the introductory ex-showroom prices start at Rs. 17.49 lakh and go up to Rs. 19.29 lakh, while the larger 55 kWh battery pack’s range goes from Rs. 19.25 lakh to Rs. 21.99 lakh. These prices may differ at the discretion of the company.

Expert Opinion - With the introductory prices in effect, we recommend the Empowered+ A variant as it comes with all the bells and whistles, including Level 2 Advanced Driver’s Assistance Systems (ADAS). Out of the 20 on board, some features of the safety suite include Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
The Curvv EV also offers six airbags as standard, an Electronic Stability Programme, an electronic parking brake and all-wheel disc brakes. At the moment, there is no direct competition to the Curvv EV in the sports coupe segment.

Tata Curvv EV: Key Features

• 12.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Voice-assisted panoramic sunroof
• Level 2 ADAS
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Powered tailgate
• 360-degree camera with blind spot monitoring
• Front Ventilated Seats

Besides the above features, the Curvv EV also boasts front parking sensors, wireless charging, an air purifier with AQI display, a two-stage rear seat recline, mood lighting, leatherette upholstery, automatic headlamps and rain-sensing wipers. It also comes equipped with an acoustic vehicle alert system and Arcade.ev app suite.

Battery and Motor Specifications

Tata offers two battery packs with the Curvv EV - 45 kWh and 55 kWh. The former and latter are paired with permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSMs) producing 148 bhp and 165 bhp, respectively. Torque output is 215 Nm for both powerplants. Three drive modes, Eco, City and Sport, are available as well which alter both performance and battery consumption. This unit is capable of accelerating to 100 kilometres per hour from a standstill in 8.6 seconds. There will be multi-mode regenerative braking as well to make the most out of the battery.

Tata Curvv EV: Battery Range

As mentioned earlier, the Curvv EV comes with a 45 kWh and a 55 kWh battery pack, offering a certified range of over 502 km and 585 km, respectively on a single charge. While we haven’t tested it out yet, expect a real-world range ranging between 420 km to 500 km.

Tata Curvv EV: Exterior

The Curvv ICE is a coupe SUV with sharp body lines, flush-type door handles and a sporty front grille. It gets a closed-off grille, a powered tailgate and flower-shaped alloy wheels. Usual bits like the DRLs front and back and LED headlights are present and towards the side, there are dual-tone alloy wheels measuring 18 inches.

Tata Curvv EV: Interior

It gets a panoramic sunroof letting in more light in the cabin, giving it an airy feeling. It also has driver power-adjustable seats and a Level 2 Advance Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Other amenities include dual-zone climate control AC, wireless charging, ventilated seats, a four-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo, paddle shifters, 12.3-inch touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Curvv EV also has V2L (vehicle to load) functionality as well.

• Dimensions and Boot Space - The Curvv EV has a length of 4,308 mm, a width of 1,810 mm and a height of 1,630 mm. Sitting on the ATLAS platform, the SUV has a wheelbase of 2,560 mm and a ground clearance of 190 mm. Overall, there are 35 storage spaces in the compact electric SUV. Talking about the boot space, you get 500 litres of storage space enough to store three to four suitcases.
• Infotainment and Connectivity (Music System) - As anticipated, the electric Curvv gets a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit paired with JBL speakers besides a 10.25-inch digital instrument console. Tata has also offered wireless connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the SUV.
• Safety Features - Multiple reports have revealed that the Curvv EV is extremely high on safety as it scored a five-star rating in the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP), something that the testing agency is yet to confirm. Other safety features include six airbags as standard, rear parking sensors, disc brakes on all four wheels, auto hold function, electronic parking brake (EPB) and ABS with EBD. The Level 2 ADAS offered on the Curvv EV has 20 features, including lane departure warning, Blind Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
• Warranty & Maintenance - There is a two-year warranty on offer. However, the brand also offers warranty extensions of up to three years. The one and two-year warranty extension packs come at Rs. 17,999 and Rs. 25,999, while the three-year one costs Rs. 48,999.

Competition

In the electric sports coupe category, the Curvv EV lacks any competition at the moment. Considering its price bracket, it rivals the Mahindra XUV400 and MG ZS EV.