Tata Nexon Review: The Safest Family SUV For The Money
By Galle Enterprises Road Test Desk · 6 June 2026 · 5.2K Views
Ground clearance and structural strength matter more here than 0-100 times. The Nexon leads on both, and that is the entire reason it belongs on this list.
The Safety Reason
A 5-star crash rating in a car at this price is still unusual. The shell feels solid over rough surfaces and the doors shut with a weight that inspires confidence.
Six airbags, ESP and hill hold come as standard on the variants we recommend importing.
The Ride Reason
With 208 mm of clearance, unmarked speed breakers and flooded lanes stop being a concern. The suspension is tuned for absorption rather than sharpness, which is the right call for our roads.
It stays composed at expressway speeds too, with less float than you might expect.
The Cost Reason
Economy of 16.2 kmpl in mixed driving is respectable for a petrol SUV of this weight. Service parts remain inexpensive and increasingly available locally.
Resale is improving as more buyers accept the brand, though it still trails Japanese equivalents.
Logbook
- Date of arrival:
- April 18, 2026
- Kilometres on arrival:
- 12,600 km
- Kilometres till date:
- 16,880 km
- Observed economy:
- 16.2 kmpl
- Running cost:
- LKR 28 per km
Positives: 5-star safety, high ground clearance, comfortable ride, strong equipment
Negatives: Resale trails Japanese rivals, gearbox can hesitate in traffic
If safety and road clearance top your list, nothing else at this landed price competes.
Tata Nexon variants & estimated prices
| Variant | Engine | Estimated landed price |
|---|---|---|
| Nexon Smart+ | 1.2L Turbo | LKR 24.00 Mn |
| Nexon Creative DCA | 1.2L Turbo DCA | LKR 27.10 Mn |
| Nexon Fearless+ DCA | 1.2L Turbo DCA | LKR 29.50 Mn |