Tata Sierra EV Empowered Variant Explained In Detail; Most Value-for-money Trim?

Tata Motors has recently launched the Sierra EV in the Indian market and is offered in five different variants. The Empowered variant sits just below the range-topping Empowered A trim and brings with it a long list of premium features and technologies. Available with two battery pack options and a premium cabin, it offers a near top-spec experience while commanding a significantly lower price than the flagship trim. So, if you’re wondering what the Sierra EV Empowered has to offer, here’s a detailed look at everything you get with this variant. 

Let’s find out what exactly the Empowered variant of the Sierra EV offers to justify its price tag:

Tata Sierra EV Empowered: Price

Tata Motors has launched the Sierra EV in India with prices starting from Rs 18.79 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base-spec Pure variant. The Empowered variant sits just one variant below the top-spec Empowered A variant and hence can be had in two battery pack options, with a price difference of Rs 1 lakh between the two options. 

Here is the detailed price breakdown for your reference:

Tata Sierra EV Empowered: Exterior 

Key Highlights: 

• Bi-LED booster headlamps

• Connected LED DRLs

• Front fog lights with cornering function

• Dynamic swiping indicators 

• Connected LED taillights 

• Rear fog lights 

• Roof rails 

• Flush door handles 

• 18-inch aero-optimised alloy wheels

• Puddle lamps

• Shark fin antenna 

• Front trunk (frunk)

The Tata Sierra EV Empowered boasts a premium and modern exterior with a host of distinctive styling elements. Up front, it gets connected LED DRLs, bi-LED booster headlamps, dynamic swiping turn indicators, and front fog lamps with a cornering function, giving the SUV a sophisticated look. The side profile is highlighted by flush door handles, roof rails, puddle lamps, and 18-inch aero-optimised alloy wheels, while the rear features connected LED taillights and rear fog lamps. It also comes with a practical front trunk (frunk), adding a touch of utility to its stylish and futuristic design.

Tata Sierra EV Empowered: Interior 

Key Highlights: 

• Leatherette dual-tone interiors 

• Leatherette wrapped steering wheel 

• Tilt and telescopic four-spoke steering wheel with illuminated logo

• Front armrest with storage

• Front row adjustable seatbelts 

• Front seat back pockets 

• Rear AC vents

• Rear window sunshades

• Rear armrest with cup holders

• 60:40 2-stage reclining rear seats 

• All adjustable centre headrests

• 2 front and 2 rear Type-C charging ports 

• Rear parcel tray

• Boot lamp

Moving inside, the cabin of the Sierra EV’s Empowered variant offers a premium and well-appointed cabin with a dual-tone interior theme, leatherette upholstery, and soft-touch materials throughout. Comfort features such as height-adjustable front seats, rear AC vents, sunshades, and reclining rear seats ensure a pleasant experience for all occupants, while practical touches like multiple Type-C charging ports and a rear armrest add to the everyday convenience. Overall, the cabin feels spacious, modern, and suitably premium for a top-spec electric SUV.

Tata Sierra EV Empowered: Features 

Key Highlights:

• Triple screen layout with a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a 12.3-inch passenger entertainment screen

• Wireless Android Auto / Apple CarPlay

• Ventilated front seats 

• 6-way electrically adjustable driver seat with memory and welcome function

• Dual-zone automatic climate control 

• 12-speaker JBL Black sound system with subwoofer and soundbar

• 13 JBL audio modes

• Dolby Atmos 

• Panoramic sunroof

• Electrically-adjustable ORVMs with auto-fold function

• AirConsole support 

• Four terrain modes

• Drift mode

• Boss mode 

• Ambient lighting (sunroof, front door, and overhead console)

• Powered tailgate with gesture control

• Air purifier with AQI display

• Express cooling 

• Wireless phone charger 

• 8-way adjustable sun visor 

• Thigh support extender for front seats

• NFC card access

• Automatic car wake-up by key fob

• Cruise control

• Paddle shifters for multi-mode regen and 3 drive modes

• Automatic headlights

• Rain-sensing wipers 

• Connected car tech

• Welcome and goodbye animation

Since the Empowered variant sits just below the top-spec variant, the list of features on offer is very long, and you will honestly not feel the need for any additional features. All these features make the cabin feel upmarket and premium, leaving no scope for complaints. Features like a triple screen layout, premium audio output, ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, powered tailgate, ambient lighting, etc, are feel-good features that elevate your ownership experience in the long term. 

Tata Sierra EV Empowered: Safety 

Key Highlights: 

• 6 airbags 

• ABS with EBD

• Electronic stability program (ESP)

• Traction control

• All-wheel disc brakes

• 360-degree camera

• Electronic parking brake with auto hold

• Front and rear parking sensors

• Front and rear fog lights

• Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS)

• Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

• Hill hold and descent control

• Rear wiper, washer, and defogger

• Rollover mitigation

• ISOFIX child seat mounts

• SOS calling 

Safety, being one of the main concerns in any purchasing decision, has been taken very good care of. The Empowered variant packs in all the premium and essential safety equipment that will be required by you during your ownership. Except for technology-driven features like a Level 2+ ADAS, auto-park assist, and a 540-degree camera, everything else is offered in the Empowered variant. 

Tata Sierra EV Empowered: Battery Options And Specifications

The Tata Sierra EV is offered in a total of two battery pack options, which include a 63 kWh unit and a larger 75 kWh unit. Both battery packs are available with the Empowered variant. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a single electric motor. Both batteries also support vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) charging. 

Here are the detailed battery specifications of the new Sierra EV:

ZigSays… 

The Empowered variant hits a sweet spot in the Tata Sierra EV lineup by offering a near top-spec experience without venturing into the highest price bracket. It packs in almost every premium feature that buyers would want, gets both battery pack options, and even looks identical to the range-topping Empowered A. Unless features such as Level 2+ ADAS, auto park assist, and the option of QWD are high on your priority list, the Empowered variant makes a strong case for itself as one of the best value-for-money trims in the Sierra EV range.

Would you prefer buying the Empowered variant of the new Tata Sierra EV? Or would you buy some other variant? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!