Tata Sierra: Key visual differences between the EV & ICE versions.
Tata has finally revealed its anticipated new Sierra in the Indian market after showcasing a variety of concepts and teasers at the motor shows. This marks the return of the legendary Sierra nameplate after 23 years since the previous model was discontinued in 2002. However, Tata has only showcased the ICE versions, as the Sierra EV is slated to launch in the first half of 2026.
Sierra EV vs Sierra ICE: Visual Differences
The Sierra EV will be having a variety of EV-design cues in order to differentiate it from its petrol and diesel counterparts. Let’s understand these with a form of a table.
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Sierra EV |
Sierra ICE |
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Closed-off front panel, sleeker bumper, & integrated headlamps in the bumper. |
Traditional grille with pixel-style pattern, body-coloured bumpers, and air-intakes just like a conventional SUV. |
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The front bumper will be smoother and minimal in design. |
There will be air openings for engine cooling. |
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There will be no grille as it will be a totally closed-off Panel. |
Addition of a prominent gloss-black grille. |
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Headlamps are located below the DRLs and are attached into the bumper. |
LED headlamps are integrated into the gloss-black trim situated above the grille. |
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There will be a single full-width LED light bar. |
Full-width LED bar with pixel-like elements on the edges. |
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EV-centric Alloy Wheels. |
Traditional-looking alloy wheels. |
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There is no ‘SIERRA’ branding on the front. |
There is a bold display of ‘SIERRA’ branding just above the Tata logo. |
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Design is more likely clean and minimal |
Design is more traditional, attracting a wider public. |
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New Sierra Design
This is one of the most striking designs of Tata as they have provided a boxy shape with new styling cues, which gives it a unique yet a modern stance. The front will be complimented by a gloss-black panel which will be smoothly integrated with the connected LED DRls, projector LED headlights and a striking ‘Tata’ logo.
The bumper adds to the rugged look of the SUV with gloss-black accents accents and faux silver skid plate. There is also an addition of two pixel-like fog lamps on either side which gives it a clean and conventional look.
The Sierra also gets new flush type door handles which gives it a futuristic look when viewed from the side. However it doesn’t retain the curved glass windows of the previous generation Sierra, but the black-painted section between the B pillars and C pillars is heavily inspired by the original design and resembles the signature styling of the original SUV which created a revolution in that era.
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New Tata Sierra Interiors and Features
The interior of the new Sierra comes with a triple-screen dashboard which includes one for the driver’s display and the other two for infotainment, which also have the functionality to synchronise the same content on both the screens. The steering wheel is carried over from the other Tata SUVs such as the Curvv, with an illuminated Tata logo and touch controls.
Tata has also given a new button layout to the Sierra with the addition of a new Terrain button, on the right side of the dashboard, which helps the user to switch between various modes, which is a unique addition to the Sierra and is not carried over from the other Tata SUVs.
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The interiors are featured with a black and grey theme with the addition of a massive panoramic sunroof that stretches up to the C-Pillars to give a sense of space in the overall cabin. All seats are equipped with adjustable headrests and 3-point seatbelts.
Other features include dual-zone A/C controls, a wireless phone charger, powered seats with memory function and ventilation, rear sunshades, 360 Degree Camera, Level 2-ADAS suite, and an electronic parking brake.
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