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Tata Harrier EV Achieves 5-Star Safety Rating in Bharat NCAP Crash Tests

Tata Harrier EV Bharat NCAP crash test results out.

Tata Motorsâs newly-launched Harrier EV has achieved a 5-star safety rating in crash tests conducted by Bharat NCAP, making it the fourth EV from the company to receive a perfect 5-star rating. The electric SUV scored 32 out of 32 points for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 for child occupant protection. Bharat NCAP tested two variants of the SUV – Empowered 75 and Empowered 75 AWD. Both versions are equipped with a strong set of safety features, including front, side chest and curtain airbags, electronic stability control, seatbelt pretensioners with load limiters, and reminders for all seats. The 5-star rating covers both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive variants of the model, equipped with both the 75 kWh and 65 kWh battery options.

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In the crash tests, the Harrier EV performed well across the board. It received full marks in the frontal offset deformable barrier and side movable barrier tests, providing strong protection for crucial areas like the head, chest, and pelvis. In the side pole impact test, protection levels were rated as acceptable. The SUV also excelled in child safety assessments, achieving a perfect score in dynamic testing for child restraint systems and installation. The Harrier EV, starting at Rs 21.49 lakh ex-showroom, comes with advanced safety features like Level 2 ADAS, hill hold assist, hill descent control, AVAS (Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System), and disc brakes on all four wheels.

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