Owning the Tata Nexon EV over the past 50,000 kilometers has been a genuinely transformative experience - both for me personally and for the environment around me. My journey began with a simple yet powerful motivation: to embrace a cleaner, more sustainable way of traveling. Today, I can say I’m truly proud to be an EV owner.
Why I Chose the Nexon EV
The eco-friendly nature of electric vehicles has always appealed to me. The thought of reducing my carbon footprint and contributing to India’s green mobility revolution was a driving factor. Beyond the positive environmental impact, I was looking for a best-in-class safety car.
Real-world challenges: charging & range
No journey is without its challenges, and my EV adventure had a few. Finding charging stations, especially outside metropolitan areas, required planning and a bit of nerve. I still remember three distinct occasions when my Nexon EV reached 0% battery—those anxious moments taught me the importance of anticipating travel needs and leveraging charging infrastructure. Such instances, though rare, pushed me to better understand my car’s range and fostered a sense of resourcefulness.
Running Costs: The Dual Benefit
The savings surprised me. After 50,000 km my overall costs look like this:
| Expense Type | Total Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Slow Charging | 24,835.01 |
| Fast Charging | 66,574.13 |
| Tolls | 36,811.00 |
| Service | 24,254.00 |
| Purchase (Down payment and EMIs paid till date) | 10,40,335.00 |
| Insurance | 90,358.00 |
| Spares | 34,448.00 |
| Charging cost / km | ₹1.83 |
The charging cost per kilometer works out to just ₹1.83, which is exceptionally economical compared to any petrol or diesel car in the same segment.
Comfort, pride & impact
Driving the Nexon EV is smooth and quiet. Beyond comfort, there’s a sense of pride in knowing my kilometres are powered by cleaner technology. The costs and the lower emissions together make a strong case for EVs.
Tips for anyone thinking about an EV
- Plan your trips and charging stops, especially on long drives.
- Prepare your family as the wait time at charging stations is the hard one to start with.
- Track your running costs - EV savings become clear over time.
Looking back, switching to the Nexon EV has been rewarding in real, tangible ways. There are small challenges, but the benefits — financial and environmental — make the change worthwhile.