2026 Tata Sierra EV Short Review: What We Liked & What Needs To Improve

The Sierra nameplate was recently revived by Tata with a fresh design, premium interiors, and loads of tech, and it very quickly became popular thanks to its package and of course the associated nostalgia. However, the one thing missing that really connected it to its predecessor – an all-wheel-drive setup – was brought back with the electric version of the SUV.

We recently drove the Sierra EV, spent time running through its endless feature list, and got behind the wheel to do some off-roading and check its capabilities. And the result? An electric SUV that feels better than its petrol/diesel-powered counterpart in every way.

Tata Sierra EV Looks

If you have already seen the standard Sierra, you won’t find the electric version much different. In fact, you need to look really closely to spot the differences as the design changes are minimal and limited to the face.

Compared to the regular Sierra, which gets a gloss black strip on the nose, the electric version gets a body coloured finish. It also gets a slightly redesigned front bumper with more gloss black elements, and on the sides you can spot “Tata.ev” branding. The rest of the design remains the same.

It gets the same single-piece front and rear end-to-end lighting, flat profiles, flush fitting door handles, large window areas as a homage to the OG Sierra, and the same 19-inch alloys.

If you ask me, I prefer the design of the Sierra EV over its ICE version simply because it removes the gloss black strip from the nose. But just like its ICE version, the Sierra EV carries an unmatchable road presence. It won’t just turn heads, it will make people come to you to ask if they can check out the car.

But if there is one thing that needs to improve, is the use of gloss black elements. You get those on the bumpers, wheel arches, and cladding under the doors, and these elements can very easily get scratched and look damaged. I’d suggest you get a PPF on them to preserve their look.

Tata Sierra EV Space & Quality

Inside the Sierra EV you get a cabin that justifies the hefty price tag this SUV comes with. The cabin theme is white and grey which makes the cabin feel airy. The dashboard design is minimalistic with aluminium and grey contrasting elements and all the attention goes to the end-to-end connected triple screen setup.

The design in itself is upmarket but what makes this cabin more premium is the material quality. You get leatherette not only on the seats, but also on the steering wheel, centre armrest, dashboard, door pads, and on the doors as well. The cabin has solid feeling and tactile buttons, the rare exposed plastics you see are smooth, and all panels feel sturdy and well built.

When it comes to the cabin, the Sierra EV hits the right balance between a clutter-free design and praise-worthy material quality. However, just like the exterior, the interior also features a lot of gloss black elements which need extra care just to look clean and scratch free. Also, the touch-based climate control panel is difficult to use while the car is in motion. 

Next up, cabin space. The rear seats have enough legroom and knee room to accommodate one six footer behind another with room to spare. The underthigh support is sufficient (albeit slightly lesser than the ICE version) and so is the headroom. Due to its width, three passengers can sit easily with minimum shoulder overlap and the flat floor allows the middle passenger to sit comfortably during long journeys.

Another thing that’s noteworthy is how quiet the cabin is. Despite being a silent EV, you barely hear wind and tyre noise, and even the suspension sound is kept to a minimum thanks to the cabin insulation. I say this because the same tyre and wind noise is very apparent in the ICE version of the SUV, and Tata has done a good job to keep the cabin quiet in the electric one.

Lastly, the cabin also gives you enough storage spaces and charging options to not make you complain. However, since it is an EV, we expected better practicality than the ICE version, like more space in the front central tunnel, but that’s not the case here, and the storage options remain the same as the ICE Sierra.

Tata Sierra EV Tech

If you love to show-off tech and features then the Sierra EV will be a great fit for you as it doesn’t miss out on anything. You get a triple-screen setup with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch front passenger display, and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display.

The touchscreen is easy to use, has large icons to make navigation though setting easier, and supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Also, if you’re using Google Maps with Android Auto and plan a long route, it will tell you all the available chargers on the way, when you'll reach there, how much charge you’ll have left, and how long you’ll need to charge before continuing your drive.

The front passenger screen comes with games you can play and OTT apps like YouTube, Hotstar, and even Amazon Prime Video. So when you are charging your car, you can sit back and watch a show to kill the time. Lastly, the driver’s display shows info in a neat manner and also displays Google Maps navigation.

Other features include a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone AC, powered and ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger, and a 12-speaker JBL Black sound system with Dolby Atmos and a dedicated soundbar for a theatre-like sound experience.

However, since this is the electric version, you get more features like vehicle-to-load, vehicle-to-vehicle charging, multi-level regenerative braking, auto parking, summon mode, and reverse assist.

Tata Sierra EV Boot

At 622-litres, the Sierra EV gets the same boot space as its ICE counterpart and it is enough to keep an entire suitcase set along with a few soft bags and shopping bags. The boot is deep and wide, so you can stack suitcases and keep them side by side without much effort. 

You also get a 60:40 split in the rear seat which you can fold to make more room. While you don’t get a flat floor after folding the rear seats, you do get enough space to shift houses and to add more convenience you also get a powered tailgate.

Also, since this is electric, you get a frunk under the bonnet big enough to keep a small duffle bag.

Do note that you do not get a spare wheel with the Sierra EV. It has to be purchased separately and might eat into boot space once placed under the boot floor. 

Tata Sierra EV Drive & Ride

One of the best things about the Sierra EV is the lack of a learning curve. If you are switching from a petrol/diesel vehicle, or if you’re buying your first car, you will get used to it immediately. The acceleration is linear, you pick up speeds gradually, there is no surge of power to surprise you, and yet it is quick.

Whether its bumper-to-bumper traffic or high speed expressways, the Sierra EV packs enough punch that you never feel the lack of power. Getting to triple digit speeds takes no time and overtakes are effortless even in Eco mode. But the one thing that you won’t find here is drama.

Since the acceleration is so linear and polished, even the sub 6-second 0-100 kmph run feels like it's just a regular drive. You don’t get pushed back into the seat, the car doesn’t let you feel the urgency, and you won’t even know how fast you’re going until you look at the speedometer. The performance here is so effortless that it might not feel thrilling. 

Still, with so much power at hand, along with Sports and Boost mode, you can have fun with the Sierra EV.

With the Sierra EV, you get two battery pack options, and the all-wheel-drive setup is available only with the bigger unit. Here are the details:

The ride comfort here is also excellent. When driving over rough roads, the suspension absorbs most of the jerks and you barely feel anything inside. In fact, you can carry speeds of 30-40 kmph over speedbreakers and you still won’t feel uncomfortable.

On highways, the Sierra EV remains stable at high speeds and it feels planted on corners as well, thanks to its lower centre of gravity. This is not a car that I'd want to push hard around a corner, but if you do, it will remain predictable.

Tata Sierra EV Safety

When it comes to safety, you know Tata is dependable. It gets 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill hold assist, all-wheel disc brakes, front and rear parking sensors, and ISOFIX child seat anchors.

It also comes with a 540-degree camera, which shows what’s underneath the car — super handy while off-roading. Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) features like adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and autonomous emergency braking round off the package.

Also, while there is no official crash test rating for the electric version yet, Tata did show us how safe the Sierra EV’s structure is by crushing it between two trucks. Given the standard Sierra’s 5-star record, you can expect a similar level of safety. 

To Summarise

The Tata Sierra came back as an SUV which looks modern, feels premium and feature loaded, gives you great space and comfort, and has enough power. The Sierra EV adds more features, and gives this nameplate off-road capabilities again, all while improving performance by a big margin.