Quick Reads
- Tata Motors has confirmed an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration, badged ‘QWD’, for the upcoming Sierra EV.
- The electric SUV will be underpinned by Tata’s advanced acti.ev+ architecture, and is expected to use the same 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery packs shared with the Harrier EV.
- The design and equipment levels are largely similar to the ICE model. Expect a triple-screen cabin layout, Level 2 ADAS, and the signature wraparound rear glass-inspired styling.
Intro
The Tata Sierra EV is one of the most anticipated electric car launches this year. While the brand has confirmed an official debut scheduled for June 30, they are not leaving any opportunity to let go off the hype till then. Tata Motors just released another teaser of the EV version of the Sierra nameplate fully undisguised confirming all aesthetic details as well as some powertrain specific info.
While the return of the iconic Sierra nameplate, this time in a purely electric avatar, has been in the pipeline for several years, we can finally confirm most of its details even before the official launch. Beyond just a nostalgic revival, the Sierra EV is shaping up to be a serious contender designed to slot cleanly between the Curvv EV and the flagship Harrier EV.
Here is a complete breakdown of everything we can expect from Tata’s upcoming electric lifestyle SUV.
The Return of the QWD: Sierra EV Powertrain and Battery Specs
The Sierra EV will be the seventh all-electric car from Tata Motors. One of the most important revelations from the recent teaser campaign is the confirmation of an all-wheel-drive powertrain, which Tata likes to call as ‘QWD’ (Quad Wheel Drive). This also confirms that the Sierra EV will use a dual-motor setup, likely reserved for its top-end variants.
Mechanically, the SUV will sit on the brand’s larger, more capable acti.ev+ platform that is also seen on the Harrier EV. It is also likely to borrow its battery configurations from the upcoming Harrier EV, including both the 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery pack options. The flagship QWD versions are expected to deliver substantial torque for increased performance as well as some off-road capability. Given its slightly smaller footprint compared to the Harrier EV, the Sierra EV could potentially deliver a claimed range that pushes the 650-kilometer mark.
Tata Sierra EV Design
Tata has managed to walk the tightrope between honoring the original 1991 Sierra and adhering to modern electric vehicle aerodynamics.
To visually distinguish itself from its internal combustion (ICE) counterpart, the Sierra EV features a closed-off, body-colored front grille. It is flanked by sleek, connected LED light bars, while the rectangular headlamps are placed lower. The side profile gets flush-fitting door handles, squared wheel arches, and 19-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. Most importantly, the brand has retained the distinctive thick B-pillar (body-colored) and blacked-out rear quarter glass element.
Tata Sierra EV: Interior & Technology
Higher variants of the Sierra EV will feature a triple-screen dashboard layout just like we have seen on the ICE model. This comprises a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver, a 12.3-inch central infotainment touchscreen, and a dedicated 12.3-inch display for the front passenger.
Beyond the screens, the equipment list is expected to be comprehensive. Buyers can expect a premium 12-speaker JBL audio system with Dolby Atmos, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, and powered, ventilated front seats.
Furthermore, the Sierra EV will be heavily equipped with safety tech, including six standard airbags, a 360-degree surround-view camera, and a complete Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite.
