The Tata Nexon has been a favorite of Indian families for years, and there is a simple reason—it is safe, good-looking, and comes in almost every fuel type you could want. Petrol, diesel, CNG, even electric. In June 2026, it was India's second best-selling car.
So if the Nexon is on your list, here is everything that matters—the real on-road price, mileage across fuels, the CNG story, this month's discounts, and which variant to actually buy. In plain words.
Tata Nexon on-road price (2026)
The Nexon starts at around ₹7.37 lakh ex-showroom, which is about ₹8.28 lakh on-road in Delhi. The top model goes up to roughly ₹14.40 lakh ex-showroom, so around ₹17 lakh on-road.
And here is some good news for July — Tata is running 6 offers this month, including a cash discount of up to ₹55,000 on petrol variants and up to ₹20,000 on diesel, valid till July 31. So this is a good time to buy. Check the exact on-road price for your city on our Tata Nexon page, and calculate your EMI on our EMI calculator.
Here is the variant picture (the Nexon has many, so this is simplified):
Ex-showroom Delhi, changes by fuel and gearbox.
Tata Nexon CNG: India's first turbo CNG SUV
If you want low running cost, the Nexon CNG is special. It is the first CNG car in India to use a turbo-petrol engine, so you get better performance than most CNG cars, which usually feel slow.
The Nexon CNG starts around ₹9.31 lakh on-road in Delhi. Claimed mileage is 17.44 km/kg, and owners report a real 14–16 km/kg in mixed driving. One honest point—the CNG comes only with a manual gearbox, so there is no automatic option here. If you have high daily running and want low fuel bills, the Nexon CNG is a strong choice.
Nexon mileage: Petrol, diesel and CNG
Here is the full mileage picture in real-world terms:
The 1.2L turbo-petrol (120 hp) gives around 14–17 kmpl in mixed driving. The 1.5L diesel (115 hp) is the mileage king, with an ARAI figure up to 24 kmpl and real-world around 18–21 kmpl—great for highway users and high-running families. The CNG does a real 14–16 km/kg, which works out cheapest per kilometer.
Ground clearance is a healthy 208mm, so speed breakers and rough roads are not a problem. So the simple rule: diesel or CNG for high running and turbo-petrol for a fun everyday drive.
Interior, features and safety
The Nexon cabin got a nice update. Top variants get a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof, a JBL sound system, a 360-degree camera, and connected car features. The design looks premium, and the ride quality is comfortable over broken roads—a real plus for Indian conditions.
The best part is safety. The Nexon has a 5-star rating from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP and now comes with six airbags as standard across all variants. For a family car, that peace of mind is worth a lot. A couple of honest cons—the infotainment can lag a little, and the diesel could be a bit more refined.
Which Nexon should you buy?
Simple advice. For most families, a Creative or Creative+ variant hits the sweet spot—you get the sunroof, good screen, and key features without paying top-model money.
Choose the CNG if you have high daily running and want the lowest fuel cost (just remember it is manual-only). Choose the diesel if you do lots of highway km and want the best mileage with strong pulling power. And if you love a peppy drive, the turbo-petrol with the DCT automatic is smooth and fun.
With this month's discounts running till July 31, it is a good time to lock a deal. If you are also considering rivals, the new Brezza launches July 23, and the XUV 3XO is a strong option too—see them all in our best SUV under ₹15 lakh guide.
Tata Nexon
SUVFrequently Asked Questions
What is the on-road price of the Tata Nexon in 2026? It starts around ₹8.28 lakh in Delhi for the base Smart variant and goes up to about ₹17 lakh on-road for the top model, depending on fuel and city.
What is the Tata Nexon CNG price and mileage? The Nexon CNG starts around ₹9.31 lakh on-road in Delhi, with a claimed 17.44 km/kg and a real-world 14–16 km/kg. It is the first turbo-petrol CNG car in India.
What is the mileage of the Tata Nexon? Turbo-petrol gives about 14–17 km/L, diesel around 18–21 km/L real-world, and CNG about 14–16 km/kg.
Are there discounts on the Tata Nexon in July 2026? Yes. Tata is offering up to ₹55,000 off on petrol variants and up to ₹20,000 on diesel, valid till July 31, 2026.
Which is the best variant of the Tata Nexon? The Creative or Creative+ variant is the value sweet spot. Choose CNG for low running costs or diesel for the best mileage on highways.
Is the Tata Nexon safe? Yes. It has a 5-star rating from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP, with six airbags as standard across all variants.
