Tata Nexon was one of the first cars to receive a 5-star safety rating at Global NCAP crash tests back in 2018. Over the last few years, people on social media have vouched for the passenger safety offered in Nexon. The subcompact SUV has once again been crash tested by Global NCAP and once again it has received a 5-star rating.
In the latest crash test, the ICE-powered Nexon scored 32.22 out of 34 points in adult protection and 44.52 out of 49 points in child protection thus scoring a perfect 5-star in both categories. This makes the updated Nexon, the latest from Tata’s new range of SUVs to get a 5-star safety rating.
Commenting on this milestone, Mr. Mohan Savarkar, Chief Product Officer at Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, said, “Safety is ingrained in our DNA, and we are proud to earn the prestigious 5-star rating from Global NCAP for the new Nexon as per the enhanced 2022 protocol. It was the first car in India to receive 5 star rating from GNCAP in 2018 and it upholds this legacy, showcasing our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence.”
2024 Tata Nexon 5-star Global NCAP rating: What’s new?
From the time it was first crash-tested by Global NCAP in 2018, Nexon has undergone plenty of updates. Since then, Nexon has received two major upgrades– one in February 2020, and the other in September 2023. Even the testing process and points allocation for each phase of Global NCAP witnessed some major ramifications in 2022.
Watch video: 2024 Tata Nexon Global NCAP crash test
The updated safety ratings will be applicable for all units of Nexon produced from 8 August 2023 onwards. The latest iteration of Nexon has been updated with additional safety equipment, including six airbags and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard.
Global NCAP crash test procedure
Global NCAP’s crash test protocols assess frontal and side impact protection for all models, as well as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Pedestrian protection and side pole impact protection assessments are required for vehicles scoring the highest star ratings.
2023 Tata Nexon showed a stable structure and robust restraint systems which offered good protection. The model offered almost full protection for child occupants in the dynamic tests and is fitted with i-size anchorages and a passenger airbag disabling switch, making it versatile and safe for child occupants.
Nexon meets UN127 and GTR9 requirements for pedestrian protection as standard. The crossover also complies with Global NCAP’s ESC requirements and offers seat belt reminders for all seating positions as standard fitments. Other safety features offered in Nexon include six airbags, three-point seatbelts, ISOFIX mounts, 360-degree surround view, blind view monitor, front parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring system, etc.
