Tata Motors has further strengthened its reputation for safety with the 45kWh variants of the Nexon EV receiving a prestigious 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment Program). With this, the entire Nexon EV lineup – including both 30kWh and 45kWh versions – now holds the highest safety certification under the Indian crash test program.
Top Marks for Occupant Safety
The Nexon EV 45kWh scored an impressive 29.86 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 44.95 out of 49 in Child Occupant Protection (COP), making it one of the safest electric SUVs on Indian roads.
Adult Safety Performance:
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Frontal Offset Crash Test: 14.26/16
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Driver protection rated ‘Good’ for head, neck, pelvis, thighs, and feet.
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Co-driver’s chest and tibias marked ‘Adequate’, with all other areas rated ‘Good’.
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Side Impact Test: 15.60/16
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Overall, the side impact results showed ‘Good’ protection, with chest performance slightly lower at ‘Adequate’.
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Child Safety Ratings:
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Dynamic Test Score: 23.95/24
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Excellent results in side and frontal impact simulations for both 18-month-old and 3-year-old dummies.
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CRS Installation Score: Full 12/12
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Vehicle Assessment Score: 9/13
Safety Equipment: Feature-Rich as Standard
The tested Empowered+ Long Range (LR) variant comes loaded with safety features, many of which are standard across the range:
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6 airbags
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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360-degree camera
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ISOFIX child seat mounts
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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3-point seatbelts with reminders for all occupants
Comparison with Rivals: Close Call with Mahindra XUV400
While the Mahindra XUV400 edges slightly ahead in adult protection with 30.38/32, the Nexon EV outperforms it in child safety, making the Tata offering a well-rounded package. This achievement also means Tata Motors now boasts a full portfolio of electric SUVs – including the Nexon EV, Punch EV, and upcoming Curvv EV – with 5-star BNCAP safety ratings.
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