The Tata Safari EV will be a pure electric SUV based on the Gen 2 act.ev platform. It is expected to offer battery options around 65 kWh and 75 kWh using LFP chemistry for safety and durability. Single-motor front-wheel-drive versions will be offered, while top variants are expected to get dual-motor all-wheel-drive setups for improved traction and performance. Combined output in AWD versions could reach 300 to 400 hp, allowing 0 to 100 kmph acceleration in under 7 seconds. Fast DC charging support of up to 150 kW is expected, enabling a 20 to 80 percent charge in around 30 minutes. Multiple drive and regeneration modes will help balance performance and efficiency for city, highway, and light off-road use.

Inside, the Safari EV is expected to offer a spacious and premium seven-seat cabin focused on comfort and practicality. The interior will likely feature high-quality materials, soft-touch surfaces, leatherette upholstery, and ambient lighting. A large central touchscreen, possibly 12 to 14 inches in size, will run Tata’s latest connected car system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. A fully digital instrument cluster is also expected. Second and third row passengers will benefit from dedicated AC vents, USB charging ports, and good legroom and headroom. The third row will be foldable to expand boot space, making it practical for family trips. Features like ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, powered adjustments, and multiple storage spaces are expected to enhance everyday usability.

The Tata Safari EV is expected to retain the familiar and muscular Safari silhouette while adding EV-specific design elements for a more futuristic appearance. The front is likely to feature a closed grille with an illuminated Tata logo, slim connected LED headlamps, and a redesigned bumper optimized for aerodynamics. The side profile will highlight the long body needed for three-row seating, along with flush door handles, black cladding, roof rails, and large alloy wheels ranging from 18 to 19 inches. At the rear, connected LED tail lamps and a cleaner bumper design are expected. Overall length should remain close to 4.7 metres, with ground clearance of over 200 mm to maintain light off-road capability. The design balances ruggedness with modern EV styling, ensuring it still looks like a true Safari.

The Tata Safari EV will compete in the premium electric three-row SUV space, where direct rivals are still limited. Upcoming models like the Mahindra XUV.e9 will challenge it with bold design and large batteries, while the BYD eMAX 7 offers MPV-style electric practicality. More premium global EVs like the Kia EV9 or Hyundai Ioniq 7 could compete on technology but at significantly higher prices. Against conventional SUVs, the Safari EV will position itself as an electric alternative to diesel models like the Toyota Fortuner or MG Gloster. With its combination of range, features, space, and Tata’s strong EV presence, the Safari EV could become one of the most compelling electric family SUVs in India.