Tata Motors Launches High-Performance Electric SUV 'Tata Curve'

Tata Motors has unveiled its new electric vehicle, 'Tata Curve,' which offers advanced features like a 1.2C charging rate and a 123 kWh motor. The vehicle can achieve a range of 150 km with just 15 minutes of charging and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds.

Tata Motors, a leading player in India's automobile industry, has introduced its latest electric vehicle, the 'Tata Curve,' during a launch event in Mumbai on Wednesday. This innovation boasts a 1.2C charging rate, enabling a 150 km range with just 15 minutes of charging, alongside a powerful 123 kWh motor that propels the vehicle from 0 to 100 km/h in a swift 8.6 seconds.

At the event, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited, emphasized the growing importance of electric vehicles (EVs) to the company, revealing that EVs now account for 12 percent of Tata Motors' overall sales. He remarked, "When we started our EV journey, there were numerous challenges, but we have persevered over the last five years. Today, there are over 13,500 chargers across the country, and EVs contribute 12 percent to our sales."

Chandra further elaborated that the Tata Curve is an SUV coupe concept, distinguishing it as a unique offering in the market. He underscored its turbocharged performance and enhanced driving range. Referring to data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), Chandra noted that electric passenger vehicle sales in India saw a growth of over 9 percent in July compared to June, with 7,541 units sold in July, up from 6,894 in June. However, he also pointed out a year-on-year decline of over 2 percent, with 7,541 units sold in July 2024 compared to 7,768 units in July 2023.

The launch of the Tata Curve underscores significant technological advancements and increased consumer adoption in India's rapidly evolving electric vehicle market. As more companies introduce electric models, the market is poised for continued growth and innovation.

(With inputs from agencies.)