KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Tata Nexon gets new entry-level variants
- Diesel mill now affordable by Rs 1.1 lakhs
- The prices now start at Rs. 7.99 lakhs
Tata Nexon is one of the most popular monikers by Tata Motors and pulls in heavy footfall to its dealerships. It owes this to its exceptional build quality and the overall package that it offers. However, due to the recent challenges in the segment with the launch of Mahindra 3XO, Tata Nexon prices have been slashed by Rs. 1.1 lakhs with the introduction of new petrol and diesel variants. Let's explore this latest development in greater depth while making sure to join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group community of petrolheads to never miss out on any updates from the automotive world.
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Tata Nexon Gets New Base Trims In Petrol And Diesel: Now Starts At Rs. 7.99 Lakhs
Facing tough heat from the Tata Punch and the all-new Mahindra 3XO, the Tata Nexon has entered survival mode. Its the tussle for the top spot and the Nexon has been blessed with new base variants in both petrol and diesel. Talking about the petrol variant, Introducing the Smart (O), a new entry-level petrol variant of the Nexon is now available at a reduced starting price of Rs. 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It's uncertain whether this variant replaces or falls below the previous base model, the Smart Petrol 5MT, priced at Rs. 8.15 lakh (ex-showroom).
| Nexon Petrol MT | Price (in Lakhs) | |
| Smart (O) | 7.99 | New |
| Smart | 8.15 | |
| Smart + | 8.99 | Price cut of Rs. 31,000 |
| Smart + S | 9.39 | Price cut of Rs. 41,000 |
| Pure | 9.80 | |
| Pure S | 10.30 | |
| Creative | 11.10 | |
| Creative + | 11.90 | |
| Creative +S | 12.30 | |
| Fearless | 12.60 | |
| Fearless S | 13.10 | |
| Fearless + S | 13.60 | |
| Nexon AMT | ||
| Smart + | 10.00 | |
| Pure | 10.50 | |
| Pure S | 11.00 | |
| Creative | 11.80 | |
| Creative + | 12.50 | |
| Creative+ S | 13.00 | |
| Nexon DCA | ||
| Creative | 12.30 | |
| Creative + | 13.00 | |
| Creative+ S | 13.60 | |
| Fearless | 13.80 | |
| Fearless S | 14.30 | |
| Fearless + S | 14.80 |
Additionally, Tata has implemented a significant price cut of Rs. 31,000 for the Smart+ Petrol 5MT variant, reducing its price from Rs. 9.2 lakh to Rs. 8.89 lakh (ex-showroom). Furthermore, the most substantial price adjustment is seen in the Smart+ S Petrol 5MT variant, now priced at Rs. 9.39 lakh (ex-showroom), down by approximately Rs. 41,000 from its previous cost of Rs. 9.8 lakh (ex-showroom).
| Nexon Diesel MT | Price (in Lakhs) |
| Smart+ | 9.99 |
| Smart +S | 10.59 |
| Pure | 11.10 |
| Pure S | 11.60 |
| Creative | 12.60 |
| Creative + | 13.20 |
| Creative + S | 13.70 |
| Fearless | 14.00 |
| Fearless S | 14.50 |
| Fearless + S | 15.00 |
| Nexon Diesel AMT | |
| Pure | 11.80 |
| Pure S | 12.30 |
| Creative | 13.10 |
| Creative + | 13.90 |
| Creative + S | 14.40 |
| Fearless | 14.70 |
| Fearless S | 15.10 |
| Fearless + S | 15.60 |
The company has made a significant update by introducing diesel engines starting from the base Smart trim. Previously, diesel engines were only available from the Pure variant onwards, making the most affordable diesel option the Pure Diesel 6MT priced at Rs. 11.10 lakh (ex-showroom). With this change, the Nexon now offers a diesel engine at a reduced price point, with the new Smart+ Diesel 6MT variant priced at Rs. 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and the Smart+ S Diesel 6MT at Rs. 10.59 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it a lot cheaper than before by Rs. 1.1 lakhs making it a lot more competitive in the segment.
Verdict
The updated pricing and the introduction of new base variants is a move stemming from the recent introduction of Mahindra 3XO. With the tech and powertrain options that it provides, Nexon had to step up and offer a lucrative package to prospective buyers looking for a compact SUV. Meanwhile, with this latest pricing, Nexon reignites its appeal in the segment, a place where it was always a tough contender.
