Tata will manufacture the Sierra EV alongside the ICE model at its Sanand plant, which was acquired from Ford in 2023.The Sierra EV will debut with both RWD and AWD configurations when it enters showrooms in 2026. Meanwhile, the all-wheel-drive version of the petrol/diesel Sierra is slated for an early-2027 launch, giving Tata a renewed presence in the AWD SUV category after a five-year absence.
Launch and Platform Details
The Sierra EV will be a key part of Tata Motors’ electric mobility push, built on its new, modular acti.ev+ platform, also shared with the Harrier EV. This architecture is designed to support multiple motor layouts, fast charging, and advanced technology.
- Launch Timing: The EV is expected to debut in the second half of 2026, with some reports pointing to a potential launch in January 2026.
- Drivetrain Options: Both RWD (single motor) and AWD (dual motor) configurations will be available right from the launch to cater to different performance needs and buyer preferences.
- Manufacturing: Production of the EV will take place at Tata’s upgraded Sanand plant in Gujarat, alongside the ICE version.
Expected Specifications and Features
While detailed specifications are not yet fully confirmed, the Sierra EV is expected to offer competitive performance and a rich feature set to take on rivals like the Hyundai Creta Electric and MG ZS EV.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | Likely two options: around 55 kWh and 65 kWh (+) LFP packs. |
| Range | Expected real-world range of approximately 450-500 km on a single charge with the larger battery pack. |
| Performance | The dual-motor AWD variant will offer enhanced power, with performance expected to be in a similar band to the Harrier EV’s 396 PS and 504 Nm of torque output. |
| Charging | Support for DC fast charging, potentially up to 150 kW, allowing for a 10-80% top-up in under 40 minutes. |
| Key Interior Features | A triple-screen dashboard setup in top variants, a large panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, and a 12-speaker JBL sound system. |
| Safety and Tech | Expected to include Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), six airbags as standard, a 360-degree camera, and connected car technology with 5G connectivity and OTA updates. |
| Exterior Highlights | Modern EV cues such as a blanked-off grille with an LED light bar, flush door handles, and 19-inch alloy wheels on top variants. |
Tata Sierra EV RWD and AWD launch in 2026
The ICE-powered Tata Sierra SUV was launched recently in a front-wheel-drive (FWD) configuration, with introductory prices starting at Rs 11.49 lakh. At the sidelines of the event, the company’s chief commercial officer, Vivek Srivatsa, told Autocar India that the Sierra EV will be available with both RWD and AWD options at its launch in 2026, unlike the Sierra ICE model, which will get AWD variants in 2027.
- Sierra EV is based on the same acti.ev+ platform as the flagship Harrier EV
- Sanand plant’s production capacity will likely be amped up before Sierra EV’s launch
Tata Sierra EV: RWD and AWD launch together
As with the Harrier EV, both drive layouts will be available at launch
The Sierra EV is built on the manufacturer’s acti.ev+ platform, which Tata says features a multi-layer skateboard design that enables all-wheel drive, faster charging and advanced driver assistance systems. The Harrier EV is the first Tata model built on this platform with both rear-wheel-drive (RWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) setups.
Sanand production facility to roll out both Sierra ICE and EV
Srivatsa also told Autocar India that the Sierra EV will roll out of the manufacturer’s Sanand production plant alongside the Sierra ICE, as is the case with the Nexon and Curvv nameplates. The plant’s capacity is likely to be amped up for manufacturing the Sierra ICE model, which could be further increased to accommodate the EV.
Notably, Tata Motors had acquired the Sanand plant from Ford India in January 2023. Currently, it has an annual production capacity of 3 lakh units, and at its launch, it was said to be scalable to 4.2 lakh units.
Tata Sierra EV: Expected powertrain options
Official details unknown but likely to share Curvv EV and Harrier EV’s battery options
While Tata Motors is yet to reveal the Sierra EV’s powertrain details, it is expected to borrow the Curvv EV’s top-spec 55kWh battery pack and the Harrier EV’s lower-spec 65kWh battery pack. Notably, the Curvv EV’s 55kWh battery is paired with a 167hp front-axle-mounted electric motor, while the Harrier EV’s 65kWh unit is mated to a 238hp rear-axle-mounted motor.
Like the ICE-powered model, the Sierra EV will slot in between the Curvv EV (Rs 17.49 lakh-21.99 lakh) and Harrier EV (Rs 21.49 lakh-29.48 lakh). The Sierra EV will rival the Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra BE 6, MG ZS EV and the upcoming Maruti Suzuki e Vitara.
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