- Tata has launched a fully electric version of the Harrier SUV in India.
- The Harrier.ev has a dual-motor AWD option and a 75 kWh battery pack.
- Preorders open July 2 in India with prices starting at about $25,100.
While the Land Rover Discovery Sport still hasn’t gone electric, its parent company’s distant Indian cousin is already moving forward. The Tata Harrier.ev is the battery-powered version of the Harrier, offering an all-wheel-drive option and a MIDC-rated range of up to 627 km (390 miles) on a single charge.
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Despite the electric drivetrain, the styling of the Harrier.ev doesn’t stray far from its internal combustion engine sibling, which rides on a budget-friendly version of Land Rover’s D8 platform. Originally launched in 2019 and refreshed in 2023, the design carries over with only a handful of EV-specific tweaks. These include a closed-off grille, reshaped bumpers, unique 19-inch wheels, and distinctive badging.
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Inside, the Harrier.ev steps up its game with a 14.5-inch Samsung Neo QLED display taking center stage. Other available features include a 540-degree surround camera system, a 10-speaker JBL audio setup, panoramic sunroof, power-operated tailgate, digital rearview mirror, and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). On the tech side, Tata’s new TiDAL platform (Tata Intelligent Digital Architecture Layer) enables more connected features and supports over-the-air updates.
The EV will be available in three trim levels named Adventure, Fearless, and Empowered. Furthermore, there is the Stealth edition with a typical dark-themed specification that has proven to be quite popular among Indian buyers.
Evolved Platform, Familiar Roots
While the standard Tata Harrier uses the cost-effective Omega Arc platform, a derivative of Land Rover’s D8 architecture found in models like the Discovery Sport, the Harrier.ev moves to the newer Acti.ev Plus platform. This updated architecture represents a notable step forward, redesigned to accommodate an electric powertrain and battery pack. It also introduces a new “Ultra Glide” multi-link rear suspension with frequency-dependent dampers.
The Harrier.ev is offered with either a single or dual-motor setup. In the all-wheel-drive variant, the front motor produces 156 hp (116 kW / 158 PS), while the rear motor contributes an additional 235 hp (175 kW / 238 PS), resulting in a combined 504 Nm (372 lb-ft) of torque. This makes it the most powerful Harrier to date, capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 6.3 seconds.
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The powertrain includes six terrain modes: Normal, Snow/Grass, Mud/Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl, and Custom. There’s also an Off-road Assist function that works like low-speed cruise control for rough terrain, along with a Drift mode for drivers looking to kick the tail out a little.
Range, Charging, and Price
Two battery packs are on offer, rated at 65 kWh and 75 kWh. The larger battery gives the rear-wheel-drive variant a MIDC-rated range of 627 km (390 miles), though Tata’s internal testing suggests a more realistic 480 to 505 km (298 to 314 miles). A 120 kW DC fast charger can bring the battery from 20 to 80 percent in just 25 minutes.
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Tata will open preorders for the Harrier.ev in India on July 2. Prices start at ₹21.49 lakh (around $25,100), which is competitive for a mid-size electric SUV with this level of tech and performance. That said, it’s a significant jump from the combustion-powered Harrier, which starts at ₹14.99 lakh (roughly $17,500).