Electrifying the Wild: Tata Safari EV – India’s Bold Leap into Premium Electric SUVs

In the roaring evolution of India’s electric vehicle revolution, where sales are projected to hit 2.5 million units by year-end, Tata Motors is revving up its Acti.ev platform with the much-anticipated Safari EV. 

As the electrified sibling to the diesel-powered Safari—India’s safest SUV with a 5-star GNCAP rating—the Safari EV promises to blend rugged three-row versatility with zero-emission prowess. Spotted testing across Indian roads since early 2025, this seven-seater beast is set for a festive launch in November 2025, potentially stealing thunder from Diwali showrooms. 

Aimed squarely at families making the switch from diesel who want a 500 km+ range and ADAS packed luxury, it sets Tata up to take on Mahindra’s XUV400 and Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 in India’s premium EV SUV space starting at ₹26 lakh ex-showroom. 

With the Harrier EV already showcased as its five-seater sibling, the Safari EV has further consolidated Tata’s position as a leader in the electric department—others have 70% of it. This story breaks down its specs, design and why it’s the ultimate family hauler for tomorrow’s roads.

Powertrain and Performance: Dual-Motor Muscle with Real-World Range

The Tata Safari EV is based on Tata’s Gen 2 Acti.ev design, with a pair of motors offering dual-motor all-wheel drive AWD for even better grip whether you’re tackling monsoons or traversing mountains. 

The front motor produces approximately 160 bhp with the thrust of a rear unit for as much as 390 bhp together – it could have 0-100 km/h in less than seven seconds for highway fun. A high-capacity 75-80 kWh battery pack underpins it, claiming a 500-600 km ARAI range, with real-world estimates at 450 km in mixed conditions. Efficiency? Around 15-18 km/kWh, thanks to regenerative braking and drive modes (Eco, City, Sport).

Charging is future-proof: 0-80% in 50 minutes via 150 kW DC fast chargers, or a full top-up in 8-10 hours on an 11 kW AC home unit. No plug-in hybrid here—pure EV focus, with V2L (vehicle-to-load) capability for powering gadgets up to 3 kW. It’s not the quickest off the line like a Model Y, but its low center of gravity ensures planted handling, elevating the Safari’s ladder-frame legacy into EV elegance.

This setup outranges the MG ZS EV’s 461 km while matching the Mahindra XUV400’s pep, but with three rows for practicality.

Design and Dimensions: Iconic Safari Stance, EV-Refined

Retaining the diesel Safari’s muscular 4,661 mm length and 1,889 mm width, the EV variant tweaks for aero-efficiency: A seamless closed grille, slimmer LED matrix headlights with dynamic indicators, and 19-inch aero-optimized alloys reduce drag to 0.32 Cd. 

The 2,741 mm wheelbase ensures cavernous third-row space (up to 7 seats), with 190 mm ground clearance for light off-roading. Boot? 420 liters with all rows up, swelling to 1,400 liters folded—family road-trip ready.

Colors span Cosmic Gold and Lunar White, with EV badges and blue accents signaling its green heart. Spy shots hint at flush door handles and a rear spoiler for stability. It’s much bolder than the Harrier EV, and comes with connected LED taillamps as well as a panoramic sunroof on higher trims, that combines Safari’s imposing presence with some subtle EV cues.

Features and Safety: Luxury Taps’ Cutting-Edge Tech

The Tata Safari EV is upped inside in the form of a 12.3-inch QLED touchscreen and 10.25-inch digital cluster featuring Tata’s iRA 2.0 for wireless AA/CP, OTA updates and AR navigation. Ventilated front/rear seats, 4-zone AC and a 10-speaker JBL system with Dolby Atmos spoil passengers. The Accomplished trim adds a 360-degree camera with transparent mode and powered ottomans for second-row lounging.

Safety is Tata’s forte: Up to 7 airbags, Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise, lane-keep, AEB), blind-spot monitoring, and a reinforced battery shield. Expect a 5-star Bharat NCAP nod, building on the ICE Safari’s scores. Connected features include geo-fencing and remote preconditioning via the myTata app.

Pricing and Variants: Premium Value in the EV Space

Debuting at ₹26 lakh ex-showroom for the base Adventure EV, it climbs to ₹32 lakh for the loaded Accomplished AWD—competitive against the Ioniq 5’s ₹46 lakh start, with FAME-III subsidies potentially slashing ₹1-2 lakh off. On-road in Delhi? ₹28-35 lakh. Bookings open pre-launch, with deliveries from December 2025.

Warranty: 8 years/1.6 lakh km (usable at 70 per cent) on battery, 3 years unlimited km on vehicle.

EV Safari vs. Top Competitors in 2025: Here’s How They Compare

The Safari EV rules space and safety undercuts the imports while matching locals with range.

It trumps the XUV400 on rows and power while offering better value than the Ioniq 5’s premium tag.

The Road Ahead: Why the Safari EV Redefines Family EVs

With India’s charging infrastructure set to grow to 15,000 stations, Tata Safari EV comes across as the considerate three-row EV — ideal for school runs or safaris with big Tata service net (1,000+ centers) smoothing penetration. It isn’t just an electrified Safari; it’s a statement of sustainability that could help take Tata’s share of EV sales to 50% by 2026. With testing wrapped and buzz peaking, mark November 2025 for bookings at tata.com. In the wild world of EVs, Tata Safari EV doesn’t follow trails—it blazes them.