Tata Nexon 2026 Launch: Stylish Design, Smart Features and Safety at ₹8 Lakh
The Tata Nexon has been a top choice in India’s compact SUV segment for years. With its latest updates in 2026, it brings stylish design, smart features, and top-class safety at an attractive starting price around ₹8 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it a great pick for families and young buyers who want value, looks, and peace of mind.
Bold and Modern Design
The 2026 Tata Nexon looks sharp and aggressive. It has a raised hood, sleek LED headlamps with daytime running lights, and connected LED tail lamps. The front grille gives it a strong SUV stance. New color options and dark editions add a premium touch. The side profile shows bold lines and 16-inch wheels. Overall, it feels modern and stands out on the road.
Smart and Feature-Rich Cabin
Inside, the Nexon feels premium and tech-loaded. You get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s also a 10.25-inch digital driver display, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, and a panoramic sunroof in higher variants. The JBL 9-speaker sound system delivers great audio. Other smart additions include a wireless charger, air purifier, and voice controls. The cabin is spacious with good comfort for city and highway drives.
Top-Notch Safety Features
Safety is the Nexon’s biggest strength. It has a 5-star Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP rating. All variants come with 6 airbags as standard. You also get electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, a 360-degree camera, rear parking sensors, and ADAS features like forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking in top models. This makes it one of the safest cars in its class.
Engine Options and Performance
The Nexon offers multiple powertrains. The 1.2-litre turbo petrol gives around 120 PS power with good pickup. There’s also a 1.5-litre diesel for better mileage and a CNG option for low running costs. Transmission choices include manual, AMT, and DCT. It handles city traffic and highways smoothly.
Affordable Pricing Starting at ₹8 Lakh
The 2026 Tata Nexon starts from about ₹7.32 lakh to ₹8 lakh (ex-showroom) for base models, going up to ₹14-15 lakh for top variants. On-road price in cities like Mumbai can start around ₹8-9 lakh. It competes with Hyundai Venue, Maruti Brezza, Kia Sonet, and Mahindra XUV 3XO. With strong features and safety at this price, it offers great value.
If you want a stylish, safe, and smart compact SUV without spending too much, the Tata Nexon 2026 is a smart choice. Bookings are open, and waiting periods vary by variant.
