Here’s What Separates The Tiago NRG From Its Standard Counterpart

Tata Motors recently revived the Tiago NRG nameplate, introducing it for the facelifted Tiago at prices starting from Rs 6.57 lakh (ex-showroom India). Basically, if you want a more imposing and rugged Tiago, the NRG fits the bill with various changes over the standard model. Let’s take a look at what makes the Tiago NRG different:

Bolder Bumpers 

What immediately strikes the eye is a more muscular set of front and rear bumpers, complemented by skid plates in line with the overall rugged theme.

Cladding All Over

What’s a rugged model without loads of cladding all over? The Tiago NRG has just that. The carmaker has also added a nice extra touch with cladding on the rear tailgate.

New Wheels But…

Something that is not easily noticeable is the new 15-inch wheel design that still largely resembles the standard model. But here’s the catch: it gets steel units, as opposed to alloy wheels on the standard Tiago, which is a rather surprising decision taken by the carmaker.

Roof Rails

The Tiago NRG also gets roof rails unlike the standard model, however, it’s more of a cosmetic addition with no utility. 

A Growth Spurt

The rugged additions, new 15-inch wheels, and increased ride height have led to an increase in the hatchback’s dimensions. Compared to the standard model, the Tiago NRG is 37mm longer and 2mm taller with 11mm more ground clearance. 

Color Specific Cabin 

The contrasting orange accents from the pre-facelift Tiago NRG have been replaced by accents as per the exterior body shade chosen. It does carry over a few bits from the standard facelifted Tiago such as the updated steering wheel, gear knob, and digital dials.

Any New Kit?

It gets all the bells and whistles from the standard top-spec Tiago XZ+, such as a 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Harman audio system, front and rear power windows, steering-mounted audio controls, and electrically adjustable ORVMs. Besides, the Tiago NRG adds a keyless entry with a push-button start. That being said, the additional feature has come at the cost of climate control.

Colours

The standard Tiago is offered in five body shades: Flame Red, Pearlescent White, Pure Silver, Arizona Blue, and Daytona Grey. The Tiago NRG, on the other hand, comes in Cloudy Grey, Fire Red, Snow White, and a Foresta Green shade that looks similar to the Harrier Camo Edition.

Price

Based on the standard top-spec Tiago XZ+, the Tiago NRG retails at a premium of Rs 23,000, at Rs 6.57 lakh (MT) and Rs 7.09 lakh (AT).

It remains mechanically unchanged, powered by an 86PS/113Nm 1.2-litre petrol engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual or AMT. Its only rival in the country is the Maruti Suzuki Celerio X.