Tata Tiago EV

Cabin Layout and Quality

The old blue trim rings inside the Tata Tiago EV are completely gone now, resulting in a massive improvement for the cabin's visual appeal.

Shams points out,

"A tasteful dual-tone grey theme replaces them, paired with generous piano black plastics."

Chrome surrounds on the air vents add more to the flair, while drivers now hold a handsome two-spoke illuminated steering wheel. It feels excellent to grip and genuinely lifts the ambience, and the instrument dials feature revised graphics that are incredibly easy to read on the move.

Seating Comfort

Front Row

Tata has smartly swapped the old faux-leather upholstery for breathable fabric seats, and this makes hot summer commutes far more comfortable. The seat squab offers decent under-thigh support, and the driving position is easy to tailor.

Second Row

Rear passengers finally get three-point seat belts across the bench. Sadly, the rear headrests remain fixed and lack adequate neck support for taller adults. The floor, meanwhile, sits a bit high due to the battery pack, which pushes your knees up slightly.

Features That Improve Daily Use

• Freestanding 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with crisp graphics.
• Tata's IRA connectivity suite is available on the top variant.
• A fast-charging 45W Type-C port to keep devices juiced up.
• Auto headlamps and rain-sensing wipers.
• A cooled glovebox and a tyre pressure monitoring system.

The Tata Tiago EV's price starts at Rs. 7.99 lakh, but it can go up to Rs. 11.14 lakh for the fully loaded trim. You will have to drive the car a lot to recover its initial premium over the petrol variant. We have compiled the price range of all its variants in the table below.

Ex-Showroom Prices (India)

The hatchback’s larger 24 kWh battery pack claims an MIDC range of 293 km. However, Tata's internal testing suggests a real-world figure of roughly 205 km, and during our tests, the car started with a 90 per cent state of charge. It covered 110 km through stop-start traffic and brief highway stints. The battery dropped to 28 per cent with the air conditioning running constantly. That translates to a reliable real-world range of nearly 190 km.
According to Shams,
"It is a highly tractable setup for urban chores and short highway runs."
Charging options are plentiful. An optional 7.2 kW AC wall box cuts the charging wait down to 3.6 hours. If you find a fast DC charger, a 10 to 80 per cent top-up takes under an hour.

Observed Fuel Efficiency During Testing

On the safety front, the Tata Tiago EV is a fairly popular vehicle in the hatchback segment, offering a four-star Global NCAP adult safety rating and a three-star child safety rating.

Passive Safety and Crash Protection

The car’s bodyshell feels tough, and the doors shut with a reassuring thud. However, our only major niggle is that six airbags aren't available. Many cheaper rivals now offer them as standard equipment across their range. Currently, you only get dual front airbags in the Tiago EV. But rear passengers do get three-point seatbelts, which is a welcome addition.

Active Safety and Stability Systems

The last update crucially added electronic stability control and hill-hold assist to the kit list. These systems step in smoothly when the road gets slippery, while a sharper reverse camera makes parking accessible in tight spots. You also get a tyre pressure monitoring system.

Safety Verdict

This hatchback is one robust and fundamentally safe runabout. The four-star rating gives you peace of mind on the daily commute, but once again, we need to mention how the absence of six airbags as of 2026 feels like a missed opportunity for the Tata Tiago EV to lead the segment truly.

Tata has significantly modernised the cabin experience for its electric model. The standout upgrade is undoubtedly the freestanding 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, completely changing the dashboard fascia. The screen packs crisp graphics and a highly responsive interface, and you also get the brand's IRA connectivity suite on the top-spec models.
The driver, meanwhile, holds a handsome two-spoke illuminated steering wheel. It feels excellent to grip and lifts the cabin's visual appeal significantly. Behind it, the instrument dials feature revised graphics that are easy to read and engage.
According to Jaiveer,
“The Tiago EV did get a notable update to the interior last year, including the 10.25-inch central touchscreen on top variants.”

Infotainment and Interface

• The 10.25-inch touchscreen display is crisp to the touch and contains all the necessary feedback.
• Tata's IRA connectivity suite on the top trims offers remote commands, vehicle health diagnostics, and charge management.
• The revised digital instrument dials with clear graphics are clearly tailored to satisfy electric driving.
• There are multi-drive modes to adjust the engine’s power delivery in different driving situations.

Cabin Convenience and Practical Features

• A fast-charging 45W Type-C port is available to charge your devices on long trips.
• There is also a cooled glovebox and tyre pressure monitoring system for better planning and management.
• The car has breathable fabric seats for summer comfort.
• The car also benefits from auto headlamps and rain-sensing wipers for harsh weather.

The hatchback's boot capacity holds steady at a usable 240 litres. It will not swallow massive airport suitcases easily, but it can handle weekly grocery runs and daily stowage. The load lip is fairly standard for a car in this segment, so you do have to lift heavier bags quite high. The battery pack placement beneath the floor slightly compromises outright depth, but if we consider dedicated city runabouts, the space on offer remains genuinely practical.

Electric cars often suffer from a stiff ride over poorly maintained streets, and the battery pack's weight usually keeps the suspension stiff most of the time. But, to our surprise, the Tiago EV handles uneven roads well.
According to Shams,
“The Tiago EV manages to iron out bumps and ruts with surprising grace. Its suspension feels supple and absorbs poor road surfaces comfortably.”

City Driving

The electric motor offers brisk acceleration right from the bottom end. This advantage makes gap-hunting in stop-start traffic effortless, and you also get multi-drive modes to adjust the power delivery based on your driving mood. The battery drain is linear even in heavy traffic, as it handles daily commutes without any complaints.

Highway Driving

On long, uninterrupted stretches, the car holds its composure rather well. The higher model hits 60 kmph in 5.7 seconds, and it smoothly handles corners, though expect some body roll if you demand too much from it. It also struggles past 100 kmph, so remember, high-speed overtaking must always be a calculated affair.

Tata sells the electric hatchback across multiple trim levels; you can pick between the Medium Range (19.2 kWh) and Long Range (24 kWh) battery packs.
 

The Essentials That You Don’t Get

• The lack of six airbags as standard
• Adjustable rear headrests for adequate neck support
• Still no alloy wheels for the entire lineup

Picking the right Tata Tiago EV depends entirely on your daily mileage, and of course, also the price that you’re willing to pay for this vehicle.

Best for Budget City Runabouts: XT Medium Range

If your daily driving is mostly about covering short school runs and local markets, the smaller 19.2 kWh battery works perfectly.

Best for Daily Highway Commutes: XZ+ Long Range

Those tackling longer ring roads should step up to the 24 kWh pack. The cruise control feature makes tedious highway stints much more relaxing, and it is the sweet 

spot for outright value.

Best for the Tech-Obsessed: XZ+ Tech Lux

If you want a crisp 10.25-inch display and a two-spoke illuminated steering wheel, this is the one to grab. It feels properly upmarket inside.