Analysis: Tata Tiago EV

More than 20,000 reservations have been made for Tata's newest and most cheap electric since its launch a few months ago.

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The Tata Tiago EV's starting price, ex-showroom, is Rs. 8.49 lakh.

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A drive range of 315 kilometres is promised for the higher range variant.

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Tata didn't accomplish this with the Tigor EV, but they did it with the Tiago EV by releasing the vehicle in two versions.

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The Tata Tiago has a 4-star safety rating from Global NCAP, thus the EV may appear to be a secure vehicle as well.

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A guarantee of 8 years or 1.6 lakh kilometres, whichever comes first, is included with the IP 67-certified battery pack.

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