In today’s highly competitive market, it’s crucial for brands to listen to customer feedback. Even the most successful carmakers wouldn’t be where they are, had they not offered what their customers wanted. Tata Motors has shown great progress in the EV space. It has enabled its customers to enjoy affordable and modern all-electric motoring, and as a result, the brand has secured itself a dominant presence in the market. However, its journey hasn’t been without challenges. Tata’s success stems from its ability to understand customer demands and address pain points, making itself a leader in the EV space. We take a look at the 2025 Tata Tiago.ev to understand if it meets the ever-changing demands in its latest iteration.
It’s worth noting how Tata Motors uses trickle-down economics effectively. It allows the brand to launch flagship products with segment-leading features and eventually begin offering those in more affordable cars, too. Take the Tiago.ev, for example. It might be an entry-level car, but it has been equipped with bits from the larger Nexon.ev and even the upcoming Harrier.ev. This is how Tata democratises EVs and some top-level features wherever possible.
A Modern twist
The 2025 Tata Tiago.ev retains the same silhouette of the original car, which hasn’t exactly aged despite being nearly a decade old. Some subtle updates have been incorporated to give it a modern look, while the inclusion of brighter and more vibrant colours furthers the car’s personality. While the exterior changes are minimal, it’s still a good design and it doesn’t stray too far from its practical positioning.
If you thought the slightly updated exterior was all Tata had in store for you, you would soon be proven wrong. One look inside the cabin is enough to see where the extra effort has gone. Borrowed from the Tiago’s more premium siblings is a large 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It heightens the interior’s feel and, positioned close to the driver’s line of sight, it’s now easier to see without having to take one’s eyes off the road ahead — unlike previously, where one had to glance down slightly to use the infotainment system. It even supports wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The dual-tone interior, whose layout is largely the same as before, has a new steering wheel, some premium materials and a piano black accent on the dashboard with ‘Tiago.ev’ branding. With the updated cabin, the Tiago.ev is bound to stand out in the segment, offering an increasingly upmarket feel.
The Tiago has always been a practical hatchback, and the 2025 update doesn’t take that away from it. The cabin is quite spacious, with decent room for passengers at the front and back. There’s enough headroom and legroom, and the seats are comfortable too, with good cushioning and support. This makes the Tiago.ev a great everyday car. You can do your grocery runs, deal with your office commutes, and even take the car on frequent long drives, and it won’t complain. That has always been the case, and the 2025 model seems to be even better equipped for the task.
Watt’s new: The larger but well-positioned 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is a welcome addition, and so is the new stylish steering wheel
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In addition, Tata Motors has done its bit to up the car’s refinement, which has resulted in an overall quieter cabin and a more comfortable ride. The overall build quality was never an issue with the Tiago.ev but with the update, the car feels more premium and distinctly solid, and rattles have been subdued. The audio system has also been upgraded, making drives even more enjoyable. The overall sound quality can be best described as immersive; it adds to the driving experience and makes the Tiago.ev a well-rounded car.
There are two variants to choose from, based on the battery size and power. The 19.2 kWh battery pack comes with a motor that produces 60 bhp and 11.21 kg-m. The long-range version, with a 24 kWh battery pack, is more powerful at 74 bhp and 11.62 kg-m. This offers a claimed range of 293 km on a full charge, and we found it to yield about 230 km during our test. Of course, you can play with the regen settings and drive a bit more conservatively to extract more range, but with the weather needing the AC to be on full blast nearly always, this is what we achieved in a mix of driving conditions.
The 2025 Tiago.ev also boasts improved charging times. Using a DC fast charger, the car can be charged from 0 to 80 per cent in just 58 minutes. This makes the Tiago.ev a great choice as an everyday car, given that a quick top-up of around an hour can add about 200 km of driving range. Plus, for those who want to use the car for city commutes and have the freedom to charge overnight, the standard charging speed and range are quite all right.
For urban bliss
It’s no surprise that the Tiago.ev’s abilities come to the fore in urban conditions. Its small footprint is perfect for the city, ensuring that navigating through even tight single-lane roads and urban by-lanes isn’t an issue. The instant torque from the electric motor is a boon as it helps to make quick moves without any struggle. Its steering is responsive, and the car feels quite nimble too. Furthering its appeal, the Tiago doesn’t get unsettled under sudden acceleration or braking either.
Priced ₹11.14 lakh, ex-showroom, the Tiago.ev turns out to be a fair bit of car for that money. While its closest rival, the MG Comet, might have a price advantage, the Tiago is definitely a more practical choice. It’s more spacious, and with an additional set of doors and larger wheels, the Tiago is more palatable as the sole mode of transport.
A larger battery pack with a 300+ km range would be welcome, but then it would make the car way more expensive. With the current range and charging capacity, the 2025 Tata Tiago.ev seems like a solid car for city dwellers. It offers great value and a premium feel without burning a big hole in the pocket. Plus, the small footprint, stylish exterior updates and the larger infotainment make it a really likeable car to live with.
Tata has sold more than 2 lakh EVs, becoming the market leader, but it has also accumulated many lessons on the way. It has listened to its customers and the resulting product, the 2025 Tiago.ev, is quite commendable.
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