Tata Curvv | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Tata Motors |
Production | 2024–present |
Assembly | India: Ranjangaon, Pune (FIAL); Sanand, Gujarat (TPEM) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
Body style | 5 door coupe SUV |
Layout | |
Platform | Adaptive Tech Forward Lifestyle Architecture (ATLAS) Advanced Connected Tech-Intelligent Electric Vehicle (acti.ev) |
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Engine | |
Electric motor | |
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Transmission | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,560 mm (100.8 in) |
Length | 4,308 mm (169.6 in) |
Width | 1,810 mm (71.3 in) |
Height | 1,640 mm (64.6 in) |
Curb weight | 1,225–1,346 kg (2,701–2,967 lb) 1,437–1,531 kg (3,168–3,375 lb) (Curvv EV) |
The Tata Curvv is a coupe subcompact crossover SUV produced by Tata Motors since 2024. It was introduced in the Indian market in August 2024 with three powertrain options, from petrol, diesel, and battery electric that is marketed as the Curvv EV. The Curvv is based on the smaller Nexon, with a lengthened rear section and reworked body panels.
The Curvv was first previewed as a concept model in April 2022. [1] In February 2024, Tata introduced another near-production concept model of the Curvv at the 2024 Auto Expo. [2]
The Curvv is based on the smaller Nexon, with much of the front section and the interior design are carried over from the smaller car. It is intended to occupy a higher segment, with a length of 4.3-metre. [3] It is 313 mm (12.3 in) longer than the Nexon and has a 62 mm (2.4 in) longer wheelbase. [4] [5]
The ICE-powered Curvv is available with three engine options: a 120 PS (118 hp; 88 kW) 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, a new 125 PS (123 hp; 92 kW), 1.2-litre direct injection turbocharged petrol option, and a 118 PS (116 hp; 87 kW), 1.5-litre turbo-diesel unit. All three engine options are available with a 6-speed manual transmission, along with an optional 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. It is the only mass-market diesel car in India to offer a dual-clutch automatic gearbox. [3]
The Curvv EV is available with two battery pack options: 45 kWh with a 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) motor, and 55 kWh with a 123 kW (165 hp; 167 PS) motor. The 45 kWh pack provides a Modified Indian Drive Cycle (MIDC) range of 502 km (312 mi), while the 55 kWh pack offers 585 km (364 mi). Tata also claims a 50:50 front to rear weight distribution, a 190 mm (7.5 in) ground clearance and 450 mm (17.7 in) water wading depth for the Curvv EV. [6]
In 2024, the Curvv and Curvv.ev in their most basic specifications for India received 5 stars for adult occupants and 5 stars for toddlers from Bharat NCAP (similar to Global NCAP 2023, based on Latin NCAP 2016). [7] [8]
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