If you’ve been waiting for a proper electric SUV that doesn’t compromise on power or capability, the Tata Harrier EV might just be what you’ve been looking for. After months of spy shots and teasers, we finally got our first clear look at the production-ready version cruising down the Mumbai-Pune highway, completely free of camouflage wrapping.
What’s Special
The Harrier EV isn’t just a regular Harrier with batteries stuffed in. Tata has built this from the ground up using their acti.ev Gen 2 platform, which means it’s designed specifically for electric driving rather than being an afterthought conversion.
The best part? This will be Tata’s first electric vehicle to offer all-wheel drive capability. They’re calling it Quad Wheel Drive (QWD), and it should give the Harrier EV serious traction advantages over competitors like the Mahindra XEV 9e.
Design That Works
Looking at the uncamouflaged photos, the Harrier EV maintains that bold, distinctive stance we love about the regular Harrier, but with subtle EV-specific touches. The front grille is now body-colored and sealed off, as you’d expect from an electric vehicle. The split headlight design remains, but now features connected LED DRLs with a silver accent strip that gives it a more premium feel.
The charging port sits neatly on the right side, and while the overall silhouette stays familiar, the redesigned bumpers and fresh alloy wheels give it enough differentiation to stand out.
Power and Range That Matters
Here’s where things get interesting. Tata hasn’t officially confirmed the battery specifications, but industry sources suggest we’re looking at a 60-70 kWh pack that should deliver over 500 kilometers of real-world driving range. The torque output is expected to hit around 500 Nm, which should make this SUV properly quick off the line.
For perspective, that range figure puts it ahead of many current electric SUVs in the Indian market, making it genuinely viable for longer trips rather than just city commuting.
Inside the Cabin
Inside is where most of the premium bits from the regular Harrier carry over. You get the 12.3-inch infotainment system, 10-speaker JBL audio and 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. Ventilated front seats, powered adjustment for both driver and passenger and dual-zone climate control keep things comfortable.
EV-specific bits include vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities, so you could theoretically power other devices or even another EV in an emergency.
Verdict
With the June 3 launch date approaching, the Harrier EV is all set to disrupt the premium electric SUV space. Long range, AWD and Tata’s improving build quality could make this a viable alternative to more expensive imported options.
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