KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Tata Harrier EV spied testing
- Launch expected by mid 2025
- Expected claimed range of up to 500 km
Tata has an ambitious plan for its EV arm under its new Tata.ev chain of dealerships. While it currently offers an extensive portfolio of EVs, the upcoming Tata Harrier EV has been spied on during high-altitude testing in Ladakh, dropping major hints on what to expect at its launch next year. Check out the test mule draped in heavy camo and the adventurous dust, but before that, make sure to join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to get all the latest buzz in and around the automotive world.
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2025 Tata Harrier EV Spied High Altitude Testing In Ladakh
Recently captured spy shots of the Tata Harrier EV in Ladakh reveal it sporting a fresh set of alloys identical to those showcased on the Harrier EV Concept during the 2023 Auto Expo. Although this isn't the first time that Harrier EV has been spotted in Ladakh, it is the first instance of the test mule being spotted with these distinctive wheels. The 2025 Tata Harrier EV is based on Tata's born-electric acti.ev architecture, which is also utilized in the Punch EV. Apart from this, the body frame and the dimensions will be the same as the current Harrier, albeit with some EV-centric design updates like a closed-off grille, drag reduction tyres, and possibly a Frunk.
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The ICE version of the Harrier already incorporates ADAS, but the Harrier EV is poised to introduce additional advanced features. Built on the acti.ev architecture, the Harrier EV could offer ADAS Level 2 capabilities. This platform is also designed to support ADAS L2+, promising improved safety and navigation functionalities. With 5G support, the acti.ev platform ensures uninterrupted connectivity for the Harrier EV. Additionally, the Harrier EV is set to include innovative features like Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle Charging (V2V), something that the new electric platform supports.
Battery And Range
Expected to feature a 60-kWh battery pack, the Harrier EV aims to deliver a range of approximately 500 km on a single charge. Additionally, Tata is reportedly developing a petrol variant of the Harrier alongside its EV counterpart as well. Furthermore, earlier spy shots have indicated that the Harrier EV will feature a rear-mounted electric motor, establishing it as a rear-wheel-drive vehicle. Moreover, recent online rumors suggesting the inclusion of an all-wheel-drive (AWD) powertrain appear to be substantiated by these photos.
Expected to launch in 2025, the Tata Harrier EV, it is expected to be priced somewhere around Rs 30 lakh and will rival the upcoming Mahindra BE.09 EV, and other EVs in the space.
Verdict
Tata is coming up as a pioneer in the EV race with it now becoing synonymous with EVs in India. With the affordable Tiago EV, it is moving towards an EV for all strategy with slowly launching the electric versions of all its ICE models and the Harrier EV is next in line towards a more premium offering. However, this line-up will peak with the launch of Safari EV which is also currently under development.
