TATA Curvv vs Nexon: Bharat NCAP Rating and Score & Comparison

In the frontal offset deformable barrier crash test, the Tata Curve provided better protection to the driver’s chest than the Nexon.

India’s own crash test agency, Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme), released a new set of results for three Tata cars including the Tata Curve and Tata Nexon. Both SUVs achieved an impressive 5-star safety rating, strengthening Tata’s reputation for making safe vehicles. Let’s compare the crash test results of Curve and Nexon in detail.

Results

TATA Curvev

The Curve provided good protection to the head, neck and chest of the driver and co-driver in the front offset deformable barrier test. However, protection for the driver’s left leg was rated marginal. In the side movable barrier test, protection for the driver’s head and abdomen was good, while the chest received an adequate rating. The driver’s head, chest, abdomen and pelvis all found good protection in the side pole test.

For frontal and side protection of an 18-month-old child, the dynamic score was 7.07 out of 8 and 4 out of 4, respectively. Similarly, for a 3-year-old child, the dynamic score was 7.59 out of 8 and 4 out of 4, respectively.

TATA Nexon

In the frontal offset deformable barrier crash test, the Nexon provided good protection for the head and neck of both the driver and passenger. Protection for the driver’s chest was considered adequate, while that for the co-driver was considered good. Both the legs of the driver and co-driver got adequate protection. Side movable barrier test results were similar to the Curve, with driver head and abdominal protection rated Good, while chest protection received an Adequate rating. Similarly, the driver’s head, chest, abdomen and pelvis all found good protection in the side pole test.

For frontal and side protection of an 18-month-old child, the dynamic scores were 7 out of 8 and 4 out of 4, respectively. Similarly, for a 3-year-old child, the dynamic score was 7.83 out of 8 and 4 out of 4, respectively.

Final Takeaway

The driver’s chest was protected better in the Tata Curve than the Nexon in the frontal offset barrier crash test. The driver’s right leg got minor protection in the Curve, while it got adequate protection in the Nexon.

Safety Features On Offer

Both Tata Curve and Tata Nexon come with safety features like 6 airbags (as standard), electronic stability control (ESC), and ABS with EBD. They also get a 360-degree camera and tire pressure monitoring system with blind view monitoring. The Curve also additionally features Level 2 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features such as adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and automatic emergency braking.

Price Range & Rivals

The Curve is a direct rival to the Citroen Basalt, while it can also be considered an alternative to compact SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and the Honda Elevate. On the other hand, Nexon competes with Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO.