Tata Nexon Smart+ AMT Launched at Rs 10 Lakh; Introduces New Entry-Level Variant

New Delhi: Tata Motors has expanded the lineup of Nexon compact SUVs by introducing five new AMT variants. Starting prices for the Nexon petrol-AMT range now stand at Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) for the Smart+ trim, while the diesel-AMT variant starts at Rs 11.80 lakh for the Pure trim. Initially, the most affordable Nexon petrol-AMT was priced at Rs 11.70 lakh, and the entry-level diesel-AMT variant was priced at Rs 13 lakh (both based on the mid-spec Creative trim).

Here are the complete prices for the five new Nexon AMT variants:

NEXON AMT PRICES (EX-SHOWROOM, MUMBAI)	Petrol AMT	Diesel AMT
Smart+	Rs 10 lakh	NA
Pure	Rs 10.50 lakh	Rs 11.80 lakh
Pure S	Rs 11 lakh	Rs 12.30 lakh

The new entry-level AMT variants are based on the Smart+, Pure, and Pure S trims. The Smart+ AMT petrol variant is priced Rs 1.70 lakh lower than the Creative AMT variant. Both petrol and diesel variants come equipped with 6-speed AMT gearboxes.

Tata Nexon AMT Feature Highlights

The base Nexon Smart+ variant offered LED daytime running lamps, 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, four speakers, electrically adjustable wing mirrors, drive modes, 6 airbags, ESC and ISOFIX child seat mounts.

The Pure trim includes features like full-LED headlamps and tail-lamps, roof rails, rear AC vents, touch-based HVAC controls, wheel covers, a woven roof liner, a 4-inch digital instrument cluster and voice commands. Additionally, the Pure S variant adds a sunroof, auto headlamps and wipers and an electrochromic rearview mirror.

Tata Nexon AMT Powertrain Details

Under the hood, the Nexon is powered by a 120hp, 170Nm, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 115hp, 260Nm, 1.5-litre diesel unit. The petrol variant offers a choice between a 6-speed AMT, 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox (with paddle shifters), depending on the variant. The diesel variant is available with 6-speed manual and AMT gearbox.

Tata Nexon AMT Rivals

Competing with other compact SUVs in the market, the Tata Nexon faces rivals such as the Mahindra XUV300, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Renault Kiger, and Nissan Magnite.