Designing an all-new steering wheel requires some creativity which is what inspired the designers at Tata Motors too.
As the launch of the new Tata Nexon (facelift) nears, the company’s design head, Martin Urlkahik shares the story behind the unique steering wheel design. The Nexon is one of the nation’s top-selling compact SUVs. Its remarkable success can be credited to a range of outstanding attributes, such as an esteemed 5-star safety rating, striking and bold design, state-of-the-art technology, and a plethora of user-friendly features. Tata has now introduced the latest iteration of the Nexon with a new appearance and making subtle improvements to the turbo petrol engine. Let’s dive into the details of the new steering wheel.
You may also like: Expert Shows How to Reboot Unresponsive Touchscreen of New Tata Nexon
Story Behind Tata Nexon’s New Steering Wheel
This post comes from _etauto and the_economic_times on Instagram. It captures the interview of Martin Urlkahik, Global Design Head at Tata Motors. Here, he explains the inspiration behind the new two-spoke steering wheel on the Nexon facelift. He mentions that while thinking about designing the new design, the designer thought of gaming consoles of Play Station and Xbox and how they are used to interact with the system. Hence, simplicity is at the core of this steering. These consoles have a distinct appearance, making it user-friendly and easy to interact with the games. That makes the steering wheel not just a mechanical component. A similar idea is behind the touch-sensitive HVAC controls.
You may also like: 5 New Features of Tata Nexon EV Facelift
Specs
The Nexon facelift comes with a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine that boasts impressive performance figures, delivering 125 PS of power and a peak torque of 170 Nm. One could choose between a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed DCT automatic transmission for this turbo-petrol variant. Tata Motors will continue offering the 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine, which delivers 110 PS of power and a maximum torque of 260 Nm. This diesel engine can be paired with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automated manual transmission (AMT). We will see the launch today.
You may also like: Will Tata Nexon Facelift Score 5-Star Safety Rating at Bharat NCAP?
What We Think
Tata Nexon is among the highest-selling compact SUVs in the country. However, it was due for an update for a while now. With this new model, Tata aims to cement its top position on the sales charts. Things like a striking exterior and a fresh interior layout will undoubtedly attract more buyers. This two-spoke steering wheel and new centre console are the prime reasons for that appeal. We shall have to wait to witness how well the potential buyers receive the compact SUV.
You may also like: Tata Nexon vs Nissan Magnite Drag Race – Guess Who Wins
You may also like: 2023 Tata Nexon Facelift – Which is the Most Value For Money Variant?
Disclaimer- The embedded videos/ external content is/are being used as a convenience and for informational purposes only; they do not constitute an endorsement or approval by Car Blog India of any of the products, services, and /or opinions of the corporation or organization or individual. Car Blog India bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, and/or content of the external site or for that of subsequent external videos/ external content. Contact the external publisher for answers to questions regarding its content.
