Tata Curvv EV Launched: Level 2 ADAS capabilities, claimed range of 585 km; check out price and detailed features
Tata Motors today launched the much anticipated Tata Curvv EV that comes with Level 2 ADAS with 20 features and pedestrian safety sound alerts and a claimed range of 585 km on full charge.
Tata Curvv EV was launched in India on Wednesday. With the electric vehicle (EV), Tata Motors has made its maiden foray into the nation’s burgeoning electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) coupe market, where the Citroen Basalt is also anticipated to make its debut shortly. The Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), two battery pack configurations with compatibility for rapid charging, and connected car features with Tata’s iRA app are some of the Curvv EV’s most notable features. Significantly, Tata Motors introduced the SUV coupe with gasoline and diesel engine options for individuals who prefer internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.
What is an SUV Coupe?
A coupe SUV is a sport utility vehicle with a sloping rear roofline similar to that of a fastback. The sloping roofline is used to provide a styling advantage over its regular SUV cousin. These cars are frequently touted as premium alternatives when compared to traditional SUVs.
Tata Curvv EV Price in India
Tata Curvv EV price in India starts at Rs. 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base Creative variant with a 45kWh battery pack. The top-spec trim, Empowered+A, costs Rs. 21.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The prices are mentioned as introductory.
The SUV coupe is available in five trim variants:
- Creative, Accomplished
- Accomplished+S
- Empowered+
- Empowered+A
Tata Motors has introduced the Curvv EV in a total of five colours: Empowered Oxide, Flame Red, Pristine White, Pure Grey, and Virtual Sunrise.
Bookings for the new SUV coupe start on August 12, while those looking to test drive the vehicle can do so starting August 14 at Tata Motor showrooms. Delivery of the Curvv EV begins August 23.
Tata Curvv EV Design, Powertrain and Battery
Tata Curvv EV and ICE versions share a similar SUV coupe design, except a few elements. The vehicle gets 215/55 profile 18-inch wheels with aero inserts, thick body cladding, and flush-fitting door handles. It sports a continuous LED DRL light on the front with lower-positioned LED projector headlamps. The SUV coupe has a 190mm ground clearance and a water-wading capacity of 450 mm. The EV comes with a boot space of 500 litres while the frunk (front trunk) offers 11.6 litres of storage.
As for the powertrain, the Tata Curvv EV features a single front-mounted 123kW liquid-cooled motor which generates 167 PS. Courtesy of this powerful motor, Tata Motors claims a 0-100 time of 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 160km per hour. It comes with two battery pack options: 45kWh and 55kWh. As per the company, the 45kWh option offers a maximum range of 502km (ARAI claimed) on a single charge, while the larger battery pack has a claimed range of 585km. However, Tata Motors says that the options can provide a real-world estimated (C75) range of up to 350km (45kWh) and 425km (55kWh)
The battery options are limited to specific models, with Curvv EV’s base model only being offered with the smaller battery pack, while higher variants can opt for the 55kWh option. Tata claims that Curvv EV can offer up to 150km of driving range with just 15 minutes of charging using a 70kW DC fast charger. It is also capable of vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) charging capabilities.
Tata Curvv EV Features
The Tata Curvv EV’s level 2 ADAS capabilities, which support 20 features on the top model, are one of its standout characteristics. Its extensive feature list includes a 12.3-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster tuned by JBL, a voice-activated panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control with an air purifier, and a sound system with a 320W subwoofer. It expands on the linked driving capabilities that Tata Motors offers in its other cars, like the Nexon EV.
There’s also a new powered tailgate with gesture features, alongside automatic headlamps, and cruise control. The Curvv EV comes with Tata’s Arcade.ev experience which offers more than 20 apps. variants of the Tata Curvv also get keyless entry and push-start functionality with request sensors.
Leatherette upholstery, front ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, multi-mood ambient lighting, six-way adjustable front seats, a two-step rear seat recline feature, front and rear USB Type-C connections, and a cooled glove box are among the features of the top-tier Curvv EV trim level that enhance interior comfort.
Tata Motors has standardized a number of features for all EV models. The ESP with Auto Hold, the multi-mode regen with paddle shifters, the six airbags, the hill descent control, the electronic parking brake, the Eco, City, and Sport drive modes, and the connected car features with iRA app compatibility, SOS call functionality, and smartwatch connectivity are some of these. The new Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS), which activates in congested areas at speeds under 20 km/h, provides the electric car with pedestrian warning sound warnings as well.