Tata Harrier EV Real-World range Revealed

The Tata Harrier EV, which was launched recently comes with an option of two battery pack options, 65 kWh and 75 kWh. Recently we did a comprehensive real-world range test of the top-spec Harrier EV QWD (Quad-Wheel Drive) from 100% SOC all the way to 0% SOC. 

Harrier EV QWD Range Test (100% to 0%)

Through our real-world range testing of the Harrier EV, we documented a total range of 450 Km on a single charge, which is greater than 70% of the promoted 622 Km range of the Harrier EV. These are decent figures as the test included city traffic as well as open highway stretches. 

However, the real-world numbers are less when compared to the Tata’s claimed real-world range figures of 460-490 Km.

Testing Procedure

• Just before starting the test, we charged the battery to a full 100% SOC (State of Charge)
•  We drove the car in City Mode, which is a default mode in which Harrier EV starts up every time you start the car. 
• Regen Level was kept to Level 1, which allows a natural rotation and depicts a clear picture of everyday commutes. 
• The air-conditioning was maintained between 23-24 Degrees, with fan speeds set between one and two, during the test. 
• Our range test was divided between city commutes and highway driving, thus representing an accurate usage pattern for most EV buyers.  

Key Observations during the Test

Throughout the test, we made several important observations that can offer a clear insight into the performance of the Harrier EV.

Limp Mode: At 10% SOC, the maximum speed was restricted to 78 km/hr, and when the charge dropped to 5%, the top speed was further limited to 60 km/hr. When the battery percentage fell under 5%, the air-conditioning was automatically disabled, causing the vehicle to switch to Limp Mode to extend the distance it could travel on the remaining charge.

Minor Issues: We also experienced various issues during the range test such as a creaking noise during operation of the powered driver seat, which was quite annoying the moment you wanted to adjust your seat. Also the blind-spot monitor feed on the instrument cluster was stuck, even after turning the system off. These glitches could be removed in the next update from Tata.

Verdict: A Capable Long Distance Cruiser

The Harrier EV gave us a healthy real-world range of 450 Km in ideal road conditions, which just proves that Harrier EV is a high-performance electric long-distance cruiser. However it doesn’t match the 460-490 mark claimed by the company, but was more likely within the range, given by the extreme tests we did with the car. 

NOTE: Additionally, the practical range is contingent upon multiple elements, such as the implementation of regenerative braking, which can greatly impact the real range statistics. Still these figures offer a clear picture of how much amount of range Harrier EV 75 kWh QWD can provide on a single charge.