How Far Can the Tata Nexon EV Really Go? This 1000 Km Journey Tells All

In this article, we’ve shared the experience of automotive YouTuber Harsh Explorer(146K+ subscribers), who recently took the Tata Nexon EV 45kWh on a 1000 km road trip from Noida to Haridwar and back.

His journey aimed to test the Nexon EV’s real-world long-range performance, particularly a 425 km stretch attempted on a single charge.

This was one of the most requested vlogs on his channel. YouTuber Harsh Explorer finally sets off on a real-world long-distance test of the Tata Nexon EV 45 kWh, driving from Greater Noida to Haridwar, a journey of over 425 km one way.

With the Nexon EV fully charged to 100%, and showing an initial range of 358 km, Harsh kicks off the journey with enthusiasm, hoping to break the myths around EV range anxiety.

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Route Map: From Greater Noida to Haridwar

The planned route covers Yamuna Expressway → Greater Noida → Meerut → Muzaffarnagar → Roorkee → Haridwar. Total planned distance: approximately 410 to 425 km.

With the trip meter reset, the Nexon EV is set to Eco Mode, air conditioning turned on, and cruise control engaged at around 80–90 km/h to maintain efficiency.

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Charging Strategy: Smart Planning Pays Off

At about 150 km into the journey, the first pit stop arrives — not just for tea, but also to consider the next charging station.

Harsh smartly heads to a Tata Power station near Gautam Budh Nagar for a fast charge, avoiding costlier third-party chargers like Statiq.

Key observations from the charging process:

• Initial charge: 47% battery remaining, 190 km range covered.

• Charger capacity: 50 kW (actual output around 25 kW per gun).

• Charging time: approximately 50 minutes to reach 70% state of charge.

• Units consumed: about 10 kWh.

“Why pay when Tata Power is giving it for free?” Harsh says, underlining a key benefit of early EV infrastructure in India.

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Nexon EV Regenerative Braking Observations

Interestingly, the vlogger notes that regenerative braking doesn’t activate effectively until the battery drops below 95%.

Once active, the Level 1 to Level 3 regen modes assist heavily in slowing the car, reducing brake usage and improving efficiency.

At one toll booth, Harsh proudly shares, “I haven’t touched the brake pedal once. All braking was done through regen.”

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Nexon EV Cost Comparisons: Diesel vs EV Ownership

Having driven over 3,100 km in less than a month, Harsh estimates that the same distance in a diesel vehicle (at an average of 15 km/l) would have cost him around ₹18,000 in fuel.

With the Nexon EV, the charging cost has been negligible — especially by utilising free Tata Power stations.

Toll charges, however, remain standard: ₹450 one way, approximately ₹900 round trip. Read the story for a review of 2+ years of ownership of the Tata Nexon EV by a Tech YouTuber

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Range Anxiety? Not a Concern

Despite some mild concerns before each stop, the vlogger confirms that the Nexon EV consistently meets or exceeds real-world expectations.

With cruise control and regenerative braking used optimally, the Nexon EV delivers over 400 km per full charge, even with the air conditioning on and highway cruising speeds.

“People say range anxiety is a problem. I’ve driven over 400 km today and still have 50% charge left,” he says. Upon reaching Haridwar, the Nexon had travelled 425 km, with 53% battery state of charge and 179 km of range remaining.

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EV Charging Infrastructure: Still a Work in Progress

While Tata Power offers a reliable charging network, Harsh highlights several pain points:

• Absence of faster 60 kW chargers at most locations.
• OTP and login issues with third-party apps like Statiq and Jio-bp.
• A fragmented ecosystem that forces users to manage multiple apps and RFID systems.

“There needs to be a unified system — like UPI, but for EV charging,” Harsh suggests. Without standardization, long-distance EV travel outside metro cities remains a challenge.

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Destination Haridwar: The Final Verdict

After a 10-hour day filled with driving, tech troubleshooting, tolls, and charging stops, Harsh successfully arrives in Haridwar.

The journey proves the Nexon EV 45 kWh’s capability to handle long distances with smart planning, disciplined driving, and minimal charging costs.

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Final Trip Statistics:

• Total Distance: 425 km
• Battery Used: Approximately 47%
• Range Remaining: 179 km
• Charging Cost: ₹0 (all charging via Tata Power was free)
• Toll Charges: ₹450 (one way)

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Key Takeaways:

• Tata Nexon EV 45 kWh can comfortably cover 400+ km on a single charge.
• EV infrastructure is usable but requires major improvements in interoperability and speed.
• Potential savings of ₹18,000 monthly over diesel ownership.
• With proper planning, range anxiety is virtually eliminated.

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Disclaimer: This article is based on a vlog published by Harsh Explorer (channel link). All statements and figures have been verified and reviewed by cross-checking the Tata Nexon EV 45kWh variant specifications and route distance by the editorial team at e-vehicleinfo.com.

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