Tata Nexon EV vs MG ZS EV: Which to Buy in India 2026?

Tata Nexon EV vs MG ZS EV: 2026 Comparison

India's two most popular affordable EVs go head-to-head. Data verified from CarWale, March 2026.

Specs Comparison

Parameter	Tata Nexon EV	MG ZS EV
Price (ex-showroom)	₹12.49–₹17.49 lakh	₹15.50–₹18.14 lakh
Battery	30 kWh / 45 kWh	50.3 kWh
Claimed Range	325–489 km	461 km
Real-World Range	240–380 km	300–370 km
Power	127–143 bhp	174 bhp
Torque	215 Nm	280 Nm
DC Fast Charging	50 kW CCS2	50 kW CCS2
Safety	5-star Bharat NCAP	5-star Euro NCAP
Boot Space	350 litres	448 litres
User Rating	4.4/5 (209 ratings)	4.2/5 (71 ratings)

Tata Nexon EV

India's best-selling EV. Lowest entry price for a 5-star rated electric car.

• Two battery options: 30 kWh or 45 kWh
• Ziptron powertrain — proven over 3+ years
• Largest EV service network — 300+ cities
• 8-year / 1.6 lakh km battery warranty

Best for: First-time EV buyers, city commuters, budget under ₹15 lakh.

MG ZS EV

Significant price cut makes it excellent value for its 50.3 kWh battery.

• 50.3 kWh battery — more range buffer than Nexon base
• 174 bhp / 280 Nm — noticeably faster
• Panoramic sunroof, 360° camera, 6 airbags
• 8-year / 1.5 lakh km battery warranty

Best for: Buyers wanting bigger battery and more features for ₹15–18 lakh.

Which to Buy?

Situation	Choose
Budget under ₹15 lakh	Nexon EV 30 kWh
Want bigger battery	MG ZS EV
Highway trips 200+ km	MG ZS EV or Nexon 45 kWh
Widest service network	Nexon EV (Tata)