Tata Motors Nexon EV Prime (Gen 1)
Electric SUV · 4W · Launched 2020
₹14.49 - 16.90 Lakh (discontinued)
Ex-showroom India
Range
312 km
Battery
30.2 kWh
Top speed
120 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
129 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
The original Nexon EV that kickstarted India's EV revolution in 2020. Replaced by the 2024 facelift with improved range and features. Available in used EV market at ₹8-12L.
Best for
Used EV buyers wanting India's most proven electric car at ₹8-12L in second-hand market
Pros & cons
+Pros
- India's first mainstream EV — historic significance
- Proven reliability over 4 years
- Excellent used EV value at ₹8-12L
- 205mm GC — still great
−Cons
- Discontinued — new units not available
- Only 2 airbags
- 312 km range — less than current model
- 25kW DC charging is slow by 2025 standards
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Tata Motors in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
12V battery drain — common across all Nexon EVs
Reported in earlier models — Tata Motors has released fixes for newer batches.
Infotainment lag on older software versions
Reported in earlier models — Tata Motors has released fixes for newer batches.
Charging port cover hinge weakens over time
Reported in earlier models — Tata Motors has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all Tata Motors EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on Tata Motors platforms. We've completed thousands of Tata Motors repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1Best used EV buy in India — 4 years of real-world data
- 2Check battery SoH — above 85% is good for a 2020-2022 unit
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 30.2 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 312 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 0-80% in 60 min (25kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 120 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 129 bhp |
| Torque | 245 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1585 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 205 mm |
| Boot space | 350 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of Tata Motors Nexon EV Prime (Gen 1). Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹57,960(4%) | ₹50,715 | ₹15.73 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹1.59 Lakh(11%) | ₹50,715 | ₹16.74 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹1.16 Lakh(8%) | ₹50,715 | ₹16.31 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹1.30 Lakh(9%) | ₹50,715 | ₹16.45 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹1.16 Lakh(8%) | ₹50,715 | ₹16.31 Lakh |
Pune | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹1.45 Lakh(10%) | ₹50,715 | ₹16.60 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹86,940(6%) | ₹50,715 | ₹16.02 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹14.49 Lakh | ₹72,450(5%) | ₹50,715 | ₹15.87 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
ev.care expert verdict
Based on real service data from ev.care's 2,500+ EV repair network and hands-on evaluation.
Good
Tata Motors Nexon EV Prime (Gen 1)
₹14.49 - 16.90 Lakh (discontinued)
Bottom line
The Tata Motors Nexon EV Prime (Gen 1) scores 7/10 overall. Best suited for: Used EV buyers wanting India's most proven electric car at ₹8-12L in second-hand market. Key strength: india's first mainstream ev — historic significance. Main consideration: discontinued — new units not available.
Expert ratings are based on ev.care service data, publicly available specs, and editorial assessment. Ratings may be updated as new data is available.
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