The Tata Harrier, long celebrated for its distinctive design and commanding road presence, has now taken a monumental leap into the electric era with the official launch of the Tata Harrier.ev in June 2025. Building upon the strong foundation of its ICE counterpart, the Harrier.ev introduces an advanced electric powertrain, cutting-edge technology, and enhanced safety, positioning itself as Tata Motors' new electric flagship and a formidable contender in India's rapidly expanding premium EV SUV segment.
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The Dawn of an Electric Icon: Launch and Positioning
The Harrier.ev represents a pivotal moment for Tata Motors, leveraging its successful 'acti.ev+' dedicated electric architecture adapted from the OMEGAARC platform. This allows for a flat floor and optimized space utilization, crucial for an electric vehicle. Launched in the first week of June 2025, with bookings set to commence from July 2, 2025, the Harrier.ev aims to deliver a "supercar-like performance" coupled with "go-anywhere off-road capability."
As of June 2025, the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variants of the Tata Harrier.ev have been introduced with introductory ex-showroom prices ranging from approximately ₹21.49 lakh for the Adventure 65kWh variant, extending up to ₹27.49 lakh for the Empowered 75kWh variant. The pricing for the highly anticipated All-Wheel Drive (AWD) 'Quad Wheel Drive (QWD)' variants is expected to be announced on June 27, 2025. The Harrier.ev primarily targets premium electric SUVs like the Mahindra XUV.e9, BYD Atto 3, and even more premium offerings like the BYD Sealion 7 and Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Design Evolution: Electrifying the Signature Silhouette
While retaining the Harrier's muscular and bold stance, the Harrier.ev sports distinct design cues that signify its electric identity:
- Front Fascia: The most noticeable change is a blanked-off grille and redesigned front bumper with vertical silver slats, giving it a sleek, aerodynamic, and futuristic look typical of EVs. The connected LED DRLs and bi-projector headlamps remain, but with refined integration.
- Side Profile: New 19-inch aero-optimized alloy wheels with intricate designs enhance both aesthetics and range efficiency. An 'EV' badge replaces the 'Harrier' badging on the front doors, subtly announcing its electric nature. The overall silhouette retains the familiar floating roof design and muscular lines.
- Rear Design: The rear features new 'Harrier.ev' lettering on the tailgate, complementing the connected LED taillamps. The rear bumper also sees minor revisions with vertical slats to match the front.
- Dimensions: Interestingly, the Harrier.ev is slightly longer (by 2mm) and taller (by 22mm) than its ICE counterpart, though the wheelbase remains identical, ensuring familiar proportions with enhanced cabin space due to the flat floor.
It is also available in a striking 'Stealth Edition' with a matte black exterior and interior, along with unique EV-specific color options like Empowered Oxide, Nainital Nocturne, Pure Grey, and Pristine White.
Interior Revolution: Premium, Tech-Forward, and Spacious
The cabin of the Harrier.ev receives a significant upgrade, exuding a modern and luxurious ambiance with its new grey and white color scheme. It's designed to be a tech haven, offering an unparalleled in-car experience:
- Infotainment Hub: A massive 14.53-inch Samsung Neo QLED touchscreen infotainment system (a world-first in an automobile) dominates the dashboard, offering seamless wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This is complemented by a premium 10-speaker JBL sound system with Dolby Atmos, promising a cinematic audio experience. The 'Arcade.ev' app suite provides access to 25+ apps for entertainment.
- Digital Displays: A sharp 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster provides comprehensive driving information, including EV-specific telemetry.
- Enhanced Comfort: The Harrier.ev features ventilated front seats, a 6-way electrically adjustable driver's seat with memory function, and a 4-way electrically adjustable co-driver's seat. A "Powered Boss Mode" allows the front passenger seat to fold flat, enhancing rear legroom. Dual-zone automatic climate control, a voice-activated panoramic sunroof with mood lighting, and rear sunshades further elevate comfort.
- Innovative Features:
- V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) and V2V (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) capabilities: Allows the Harrier.ev to power external appliances (up to 3.3kW) or even charge another EV (up to 5kW).
- Auto Park Assist (APA) with 15 features: A segment-first for convenient parking.
- Digital IRVM with built-in dashcam recording: Provides enhanced rear visibility and integrated recording.
- Digi Access Digital Key: Utilizing UWB, NFC, and BLE for keyless entry and start.
- DrivePay: Enables UPI-based in-car payments for tolls and charging stations.
- Frunk: A useful front trunk providing 67 liters of storage in RWD variants and 37 liters in AWD variants, in addition to the 502-liter boot space.
Electric Powertrain and Performance: Unmatched Power and Range
The Tata Harrier.ev is built on a versatile electric architecture, offering multiple powertrain options:
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Battery Packs: Available with two LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery pack options: 65 kWh and 75 kWh.
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Drivetrain & Power:
- RWD Variants: A single permanent magnet synchronous motor on the rear axle produces 238 PS of power and 315 Nm of torque.
- AWD (Quad Wheel Drive) Variants: Features a dual-motor setup with a 158 PS (front) and 238 PS (rear) motor, delivering a combined output of 396 PS and a staggering 504 Nm of torque. This AWD variant can sprint from 0-100 kmph in a claimed 6.3 seconds (with Boost mode), making it one of the quickest EVs in its segment.
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Range (ARAI MIDC Certified):
- 65kWh RWD: Up to 538 km
- 75kWh RWD: Up to 627 km
- 75kWh AWD: Up to 622 km
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Charging: Supports fast charging, capable of adding 250 km of range in just 15 minutes. A 120kW DC fast charger can charge from 20-80% in 25 minutes. Standard AC charging options include 7.2kW and 3.3kW units.
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Terrain Management: The AWD version offers six terrain modes (Normal, Snow/Grass, Mud-Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl, and Custom) complemented by "Off-road Assist" for ultra-low-speed maneuvering, truly enhancing its "go-anywhere" capability. It also boasts an "Ultra Glide Suspension" with Frequency Dependent Damping for superior ride comfort and handling.
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Lifetime Battery Warranty: Tata Motors offers a lifetime battery warranty for the first private individual owner, a testament to their confidence in the battery technology and a significant peace of mind for buyers.
Safety: Setting New Benchmarks with 5-Star Rating
Tata Motors has prioritized safety with the Harrier.ev, which has recently secured a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP for both Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP). This makes it one of the safest EVs on Indian roads.
Key safety features include:
- 7 Airbags: Including a knee airbag for the driver.
- Level 2 ADAS: A comprehensive suite of 22 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking (for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles), Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Detection, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
- ESP with 16 functionalities and i-VBAC (Intelligent Vacuum-less Brake Assist).
- 360-degree Surround View System with a "540-degree Clear View Assist" that displays terrain beneath the vehicle, enhancing off-road visibility.
- All-wheel disc brakes, TPMS, ISOFIX child seat mounts, Hill Hold Control, and Hill Descent Control.
The Tata Harrier.ev emerges in June 2025 not just as another electric SUV, but as a statement of intent from Tata Motors – combining exhilarating performance, cutting-edge technology, and class-leading safety, all wrapped in a striking design. It's poised to redefine expectations in the electric SUV segment, offering a truly progressive and capable driving experience.
