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Tata Nexon EV vs MG ZS EV

The Tata Nexon EV and the MG ZS EV are two of India's most cross-shopped electric cars in 2026. This side-by-side EV comparison lines them up on the specs that decide a purchase — price, real-world range, battery, power and charging — so you can see the trade-offs at a glance.

Spec
Tata Nexon EV
MG ZS EV
Leads on 7 specs
Starting price
₹12.49–17.49 Lakh
₹18.98–25.75 Lakh
Body type
SUV
SUV
Battery
45 kWh
50.3 kWh
Range (claimed)
489 km
461 km
Real-world range
~375 km
~350 km
Power
143 bhp
173 bhp
Torque
215 Nm
280 Nm
Acceleration
8.9s 0-100 km/h
8.6s 0-100 km/h
Top speed
150 km/h
175 km/h
Fast charge
70 kW
75 kW
Fast charge time
10–80% in 56 min
10–80% in approx 60 min
Full charge
7.2 kW AC
7.4 kW AC
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Seating
5
5
Boot / storage
350 L
448 L
Model year
2026
2026
Highlights
  • · Best-selling EV in India
  • · 6 airbags standard
  • · JBL audio + wireless CarPlay
  • · Liquid-cooled IP67 battery
  • · Run-out model (clearance) — next-gen ZS EV due 2027
  • · Panoramic sunroof
  • · Larger touchscreen
  • · Connected car tech

On price, the Tata Nexon EV starts lower at ₹12.49–17.49 Lakh (ex-showroom).

For range, the Tata Nexon EV goes further on a charge (about 375 km).

Tata Nexon EV vs MG ZS EV: which should you buy?

On paper, the MG ZS EV leads on more of the headline specs than the Tata Nexon EV. That said, the "right" EV depends on what you value most — a lower price, longer real-world range, faster charging or specific features — so read the table row by row against your own needs before deciding.

Want to change one of the vehicles or add a third? Open the interactive EV comparison tool to build your own head-to-head. You can also browse the full EV catalog, estimate EMIs with the EV EMI calculator, or see running-cost savings with the EV vs petrol cost calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Tata Nexon EV or the MG ZS EV better value?

It depends on your budget and needs. The Tata Nexon EV starts cheaper, but value also comes down to real-world range, charging speed and features — compare the full spec table above and run the numbers on our EV EMI and cost calculators.

Which has the longer range, the Tata Nexon EV or the MG ZS EV?

The Tata Nexon EV has the higher quoted range. Remember that real-world range is typically lower than claimed (ARAI/IDC) figures, so check the "real-world range" row above for a more realistic comparison.

Can I compare other electric cars too?

Yes. Use our free EV comparison tool to compare any two or three electric vehicles in India side by side, across cars, scooters and bikes.