Hello friend! Hope you’re doing good today. I want to talk about a car that’s creating some buzz—Tata Safari EV. It’s the upcoming electric version of the Safari, and from what I’ve seen, it’s looking like something very special and unique. I’ll go through what makes it stand out, what we know so far, and what I think as a regular car-enthusiast person, so you can understand whether it’s a good option for you (or for “our town”, meaning Patna/Bihar area, and surroundings).
What is Tata Safari EV?
So, the Tata Safari EV is already a well-known SUV in India. The EV version is basically the all-electric version of that. It’s expected to bring in clean power, SUV-sized, and modern tech. According to reports, it will be built on the newer platform (Gen-2 EV architecture) of Tata Motors.
Price (in our town terms)
Brothers and sisters, price is often the first thing we check, right? For the Tata Safari EV, here’s what I found:
- One source says the expected price is ₹ 32 lakh (ex-showroom) for India.
- Another says a bit lower: in the range of ₹ 26-30 lakh range.
- Since our town (Patna / Bihar) will have some extra costs (taxes, registration, maybe local incentives less than metros), the on-road price might go up a bit. So think of maybe ₹ 32-35 lakh onwards in “our town terms”.
So if you’re considering buying, keep in mind the “in town” price will likely be higher than the basic number.
What makes it special and unique
Do you know it’s very special or unique? Let me tell you why I think so.
Big size and 7-seater flexibility
For families in our town, space is important. The Safari EV is expected to offer 7-seater layout. That means you could take your extended family, go on a weekend trip outside the city, and still have legs room.
Good range and EV advantages
One of the big advantages of going electric: fewer trips to the fuel pump, lower running cost. The Safari EV is expected to offer up to 500 km on a single charge (as per estimates).
If that holds true, for our kind of usage (city + some highway) it’s quite practical.
Modern features and tech
It’s expected to get good tech — large touchscreen, digital cluster, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) like maybe blind spot monitor, etc. Also interior comfort for sure. So it’s giving a premium feel.
Green credentials + future proof
Since it’s EV, you’re doing your bit for environment, and also preparing for a future where EVs will become more common. Especially for younger buyers that matters.
What we don’t yet know
Since this car hasn’t been fully launched (or detailed for every market) there are some things we are still waiting for. So when I say “so brother, let’s know something more interesting fact or feature”, here are some such points:
- Exact battery capacity and motor output: Not officially revealed yet.
- Charging time and charging network support: While estimates suggest fast charging, we don’t have confirmed figures yet.
- On-road cost in smaller cities and towns (Patna, Bihar) including subsidy, charging infrastructure locally – this is up to us to check.
- Real-world performance: range drops in hilly roads, or in heavy use, or in heat etc – something to ask dealer/test drive.
- After-sales service / availability of spare parts locally – in towns sometimes EV service can lag behind ICE vehicles.
What I like about it (from my regular guy view)
Let me share what I personally like (and what I would check) if I were you or me.
- Space: Having a big SUV that is electric is rare in our local market. If you have a bigger family or extra luggage, this helps.
- Running cost savings: Electric cars generally cost less per km than petrol/diesel, fewer moving parts → less frequent service.
- Cool factor & future ready: In our town, many people still have normal ICE cars. Driving an EV like this will feel modern, and “BE-FORE everyone else” feels nice.
- Good for long trips: If it can really deliver ~500 km, you can drive from Patna to say Varanasi or even further without too much range anxiety.
- Brand trust: Tata has built good reputation in India (with the Safari/Harrier etc) so reliability may be better.
Things to be cautious about
We should also keep some caution so that we take a sensible decision.
- Charging infrastructure in our town: While big cities may have many Tata Safari EV chargers, smaller towns like ours may have fewer. If you rely on public charging, check where chargers are, whether home charger installation is feasible etc.
- Higher purchase cost upfront: Though running cost may be less, the initial cost is high (₹ 30+ lakh). We must check whether the extra cost is worth the benefits for your usage.
- Resale value / battery life: EV battery life, future technology changes – all these matter. Make sure warranty is good (battery warranty) and service network is local.
- Range variation: Real-life range will likely be less than the claimed number. If you drive with AC on, in heat, with full load, range drops. So plan accordingly.
- Variant differentiation: Often top features come with top variants (cost more). If you pick base variant to save money, you might miss some features.
Features & what you get
Let’s go a bit more in detail on what this car is expected to offer (so “friend, let’s know something more interesting feature”).
- It will have modern infotainment system: large touchscreen likely, digital instrument cluster. (Estimates suggest 12.3-inch screen).
- Seating for up to 7, and possibly both 6-seat and 7-seat options.
- Strong safety features: multiple airbags, ESC, maybe ADAS.
- EV-specific design cues: closed grille, aerodynamic alloys, neat LED lights.
- Regenerative braking (helps refill battery when braking) although one source says in certain spec this may not be listed.
- Good comfort: as big SUV, so high driving position, good view of road, comfortable ride for family.
- In our town environment: a roomy car for long drives, maybe for Bihar’s roads & highways.
My verdict: is it worth it for you?
If I think as a regular person living in a place like Patna or nearby, and if I have a budget around ₹ 30-35 lakh, and if I do a fair amount of driving (city + highway) and maybe with family, then yes: the Tata Safari EV looks like a strong contender. Especially if you want to move to the Tata Safari EV now rather than later.
However, if you only drive short distances, the budget is tighter, the charging infrastructure is weak in your neighbourhood, then maybe wait a little or consider slightly cheaper Tata Safari EV or ICE cars.
In short: If you can afford it, and you’re ready for EV lifestyle (charging at home, checking infrastructure), then go for it. Otherwise, step cautiously.
Final thoughts
So brother, wrapping it up: The Tata Safari EV brings together size, Tata Safari EV powertrain, modern tech and brand trust, which in my view makes it a very appealing car. The price might be high for many, but realistic for the segment. The one for “our town” factor is: check charging availability, home charger cost, service reachable, and what variant you’re going to buy (features vs price). If you tick the boxes, this could be your next car, and you’ll feel proud driving it.
