Tata Curvv fully revealed ahead of September 2 launch

Tata has finally unveiled the much-anticipated Curvv coupe-SUV in India in its production-spec avatar. The coupe-SUV gets three engine options: each with manual and automatic gearbox options,  and the carmaker will announce prices on September 2.

1. Top-spec gets Level 2 ADAS, segment-first powered tail gate
2. 3 engines offered – 120hp and 125hp turbo-petrol, and 118hp diesel
3. Sits on new ATLAS platform

Also see: Tata Curvv EV launched at Rs 17.49 lakh

Tata Curvv exterior, interior, features

The Curvv, which is based on the Nexon, looks very similar to the compact SUV from the front. But it looks quite different in profile. It is clearly longer, the coupe roofline slopes down sharply, and the wheel arches are squircle. On the back,it gets a rooftop-mounted spoiler – it is a single-piece unit, but dips in the centre to mimick the concept's split spoiler. The tail-light stretches across the rear, above the Tata logo.

Tata is offering the Curvv in six variants: Smart, Pure+, Creative, Creative+ S, Accomplished S and Accomplished+ A. The cabin of the Curvv is carried over from the Nexon and Nexon EV, save for a few changes like a dual-tone burgundy and black theme. The dashboard design and centre console are identical, while the four-spoke steering is from the Harrier and Safari.

The Tata Curvv gets a segment-first powered tail gate with gesture control, 18-inch alloy wheels, flush door handles, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital driver’s display, a panoramic sunroof, reclining rear seat, and ventilated front seats. It also gets six airbags, Level 2 ADAS, ESC, disc brakes on all four wheels, TPMS, a 360-degree camera, electronic parking brake with auto-hold and more.

Tata Curvv powertrain options

Like some of its rivals, the Curvv comes with as many as three engine options to choose from. There’s the 120hp, 170Nm, 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol mill and a 118hp, 1.5-litre diesel unit.

The Curvv also debuts Tata’s new direct-injection turbo-petrol engines; the midsize SUV sports the 1.2-litre, three-cylinder unit that produces 125hp and 225Nm of peak torque. All three engines come with a 6-speed manual as standard, along with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic option. This makes it the only mass-market diesel car in India to offer a dual-clutch auto gearbox.

The Curvv is based on the new ATLAS platform that supports different body styles and petrol and diesel powertrains with both manual and automatic options.

Tata Curvv expected price, rivals

Pricing for the Tata Cuvv will be revealed on September 2. While the Curvv’s body style makes it a niche offering, Tata Motors said the coupe SUV’s pricing, powertrain choices and many variants will ensure it takes on all competitors in the midsize SUV segment. The company said it is aiming to become a major segment player with the Curvv, much like it did with the Punch and Nexon.

It will directly rival the Citroen Basalt coupe-SUV, while also facing competition from Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, Maruti Grand Vitara, among other similarly priced SUVs.

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