Tata Nexon EV vs Hyundai Creta Electric — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Pick the Hyundai Creta Electric for range; pick the Tata Nexon EV for value.
Tata Nexon EV
Tata
Nexon EV
₹14.99 L
Range: 350 km
Battery: 40.5 kWh
Top: 150 km/h
Charge: 56 min
Hyundai Creta Electric
Hyundai
Creta Electric
₹17.99 L
Range: 360 km
Battery: 51.4 kWh
Top: 165 km/h
Charge: 58 min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Tata Nexon EV | Hyundai Creta Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹14.99 L | ₹17.99 L |
| Battery | 40.5 kWh | 51.4 kWh |
| Real-world range | 350 km | 360 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 465 km | 473 km |
| Top speed | 150 km/h | 165 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9s | 7.9s |
| Motor power | 106 kW | 126 kW |
| Motor torque | 215 Nm | 255 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 56 min | 58 min |
| AC charging | 6.5 hr | 4 hr |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot space | 350 L | 433 L |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm | 190 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| NCAP rating | 5★ | 5★ |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
Tata Nexon EV
- • Creative
- • Fearless+
- • Empowered+
Hyundai Creta Electric
- • Executive
- • Smart
- • Premium
- • Excellence
Key Features
Tata Nexon EV
- ✓ 6 airbags
- ✓ Sunroof
- ✓ ADAS Lite
- ✓ Wireless charging
- ✓ 10.25" infotainment
Hyundai Creta Electric
- ✓ V2L+V2V
- ✓ ADAS Level 2
- ✓ Bose audio
- ✓ Panoramic sunroof
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Tata Nexon EV
Tata Nexon EV squeezes ~8.6 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
Hyundai Creta Electric
Hyundai Creta Electric balances 360 km of range with 165 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
Hyundai Creta Electric
Hyundai Creta Electric combines 5-seat capacity, 433L boot, and 5★ safety.
Tight budget
Tata Nexon EV
Tata Nexon EV at ₹14.99 L is the most wallet-friendly choice.
Long-term ownership
Tata Nexon EV
Tata Nexon EV ships with a 8-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
Tata Nexon EV
Pros
- + Strong real-world range
- + 5-star Bharat NCAP
- + Wide service network
Cons
- − Premium pricing
- − Stiff ride on potholes
Hyundai Creta Electric
Pros
- + Best-in-class range
- + Premium ADAS
- + V2L power
Cons
- − Premium pricing
- − Lower ground clearance than Nexon
Final Verdict
Pick the Hyundai Creta Electric for range; pick the Tata Nexon EV for value.
- Better real-world range: Hyundai Creta Electric — Hyundai Creta Electric delivers ~360 km vs 350 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Tata Nexon EV — Tata Nexon EV costs ~₹4,283 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Tata Nexon EV — Tata Nexon EV hits 10→80% in 56 min.
- Better safety: Tie — All score 5★.
- Better performance: Hyundai Creta Electric — Hyundai Creta Electric hits 100 km/h in 7.9s.
- Most affordable: Tata Nexon EV — Starts at ₹14.99 L — ₹3.00 L cheaper than the priciest here.