Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Features, specs compared

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec variants compared

The recently launched Tata Sierra EV is positioned right below its larger sibling, the Harrier EV. However, there’s quite a lot of pricing overlap between the two Tata electric SUVs. To that end, we’ve compared the top-spec Sierra EV Empowered A 75 to the mid-spec Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 to find out which variant delivers better value on paper.

Explore full specs, features, and a price breakdown in our Sierra EV vs Harrier EV comparison.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Dimensions

Harrier EV is longer and wider, but Sierra EV is taller and offers greater boot space

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 dimensions

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
Length (mm)4,3404,607
Width (mm)1,8411,922
Height (mm)1,7501,740
Wheelbase (mm)2,7302,741
Boot space (litres)622502
Frunk space (litres)55 (RWD) / 35 (AWD)67 (RWD) / 35 (AWD)
Wheel size (inches)1919

Expectedly, the Harrier EV is 267mm longer than the Sierra EV, but there’s only an 11mm difference between their wheelbases, suggesting that the smaller SUV doesn’t lose out on much interior space. While the Harrier EV is 81mm wider than the Sierra EV, the latter is 10mm taller. Wheel sizes are matched at 19 inches for both electric SUVs.

Interestingly, the Sierra EV offers 120 litres of additional boot space over the Harrier EV – it’s worth nothing that both SUVs’ boot capacity is measured up until the roof, as opposed to the conventional method, which is up to the parcel tray. In terms of frunk capacity, the RWD Harrier EV offers the bigger one, while their AWD versions are matched in this regard.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Battery and range

Harrier EV offers more power, Sierra EV is quicker and claims higher range figures

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 powertrains

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
Battery size (kWh)7575
Motor setupSingle, rear / Dual, front and rearSingle, rear / Dual, front and rear
Power (hp)209 / 306238 / 313
Torque (Nm)315 / 504315 / 504
Drive layoutRWD / AWDRWD / AWD
Claimed 0-100kph time (seconds)5.8 (AWD)6.3 (AWD)
MIDC range (km)665 / 624627 / 622

Both the Sierra EV and Harrier EV get 75kWh battery packs, along with single-motor (RWD) and dual-motor (AWD) options. The Harrier EV edges ahead in terms of powertrain output, though the RWD versions of both SUVs feature identical torque figures. Despite the Sierra EV’s slightly lower output, its AWD variant is half a second quicker in the 0-100kph run compared to that of the Harrier EV – this is on account of the Sierra EV being smaller and lighter.

Similarly, MIDC-claimed range is a total victory for the Sierra EV as well. The Sierra EV AWD’s claimed range is 2km higher than that of the Harrier EV AWD, while the RWD version can travel 38km more on a single charge.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Charging times

Both electric SUVs trade punches here

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 charging times and warranty details

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
AC charging time (10-100 percent)10.5hrs (7.2kW)10.7hrs (7.2kW)
DC charging time (20-80 percent)26mins (120kW)25mins (120kW)
Battery warrantyLifetime warranty and unlimited kilometresLifetime warranty and unlimited kilometres
Motor warranty8 years/1,60,000km (whichever is earlier)8 years/1,60,000km (whichever is earlier)
Vehicle warranty3 years/1,25,000km (whichever is earlier) 3 years/1,25,000km (whichever is earlier) 

Despite battery capacities being identical for both electric SUVs, the Harrier EV takes slightly longer to charge from 10-100 percent via a 7.2kW AC outlet. On the other hand, the Harrier EV is marginally quicker in a 20-80 percent top-up from a 120kW DC fast charger. Tata offers the same battery, motor, and vehicle warranties for the Harrier EV and Sierra EV, so buyers can rest easy on this front.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Exterior features

Harrier EV additionally offers side step and charging indicator function for the front light bar

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 exterior features

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
HeadlampsAutomatic LEDAutomatic LED
Front light barLEDLED
Welcome/goodbye sequenceYesYes
Charging indicator in light barNoYes
Front fog lampsLEDLED
Cornering lampsYesYes
Tail-lampsLEDLED
Rear fog lampsYesYes
Sequential indicatorsYesYes
Side stepNoYes
Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto-foldYesYes
Rear spoilerYesYes
Rear wiper and washerYesYes
Shark-fin antennaYesYes
Roof railsYesYes
Puddle lampsYesYes

Coming to exterior features, the Sierra EV and Harrier EV are near-identical. However, the Sierra EV does miss out on a charging indicator in the front light bar, with it instead being situated on the charging port. The Harrier EV additionally offers a side step too, which makes ingress and egress a tad easier.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Interior features

Sierra EV is the only Tata electric car to offer a triple-screen setup

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 interior features

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
Touchscreen12.3 inches12.3 inches
Digital driver’s display10.25 inches10.25 inches
Passenger display12.3 inchesNo
Heads-up displayYesNo
Automatic climate controlDual-zoneDual-zone
Steering-mounted controlsYesYes
Ambient lightsYesYes
Panoramic sunroofYesYes
Powered driver seat6-way adjustment6-way adjustment
Driver seat functionsMemory and welcomeMemory and welcome
Powered co-driver seat4-way adjustment4-way adjustment
Ventilated front seatsYesYes
Boss modeYesNo
Sound system12-speaker JBL Black10-speaker JBL Black
Wireless charging padYesYes
Cabin air purifierYesYes
Powered windowsFront and rearFront and rear
Rear sunshadeYesYes
Rear AC ventsYesYes
Rear centre armrestYesYes
Connected car techYesYes
V2L, V2V functionalityYesYes

Despite its lower positioning, the Sierra EV pulls a clear lead over the Harrier EV in terms of cabin equipment. Features like a 12.3-inch passenger display, a 12-speaker JBL sound system, and a heads-up display are not offered even on the top-spec Harrier variant. In fact, the Sierra EV is the only electric Tata to come with a triple-screen setup at the moment.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Driving features

Sierra EV comes with extra terrain mode and adaptive cruise control

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 driving features

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
Drive modesEco, City, SportEco, City, Sport
Battery regen modesYesYes
Terrain modesNormal, Wet, Rough, CustomNormal, Wet, Rough
Cruise controlAdaptive with stop/go functionsYes
Drift modeYesYes
Boost modeAWD onlyAWD only
Low-speed cruise controlAWD onlyAWD only
Extra terrain modes (AWD only)YesYes

Both the top-spec Sierra EV and mid-spec Harrier EV are very similar on the driving features front. However, the Sierra EV gets an additional ‘Custom’ terrain mode in the RWD version, as well as adaptive cruise control with stop and go functionality. The latter is much more convenient than the Harrier EV’s standard cruise control, as it can automatically adjust the speed based on proximity to nearby vehicles, and even come to a standstill and set off by itself. AWD versions of both SUVs get additional terrain modes too, namely Snow/Grass, Mud-Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl, and Custom.

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Safety features

Harrier EV has 7 airbags and 5-star BNCAP rating, Sierra EV gets Level 2 ADAS and better camera setup

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 safety features

 Sierra EVHarrier EV
Bharat NCAP ratingYet to be tested5 stars
Airbags67
Level 2 ADASYesNo
Camera setup540-degreeRear only
Parking sensorsFront and rearFront and rear
Disc brakesFront and rearFront and rear
ABS with EBDYesYes
Electronic stability program (ESP)YesYes
TPMSYesYes
Electronic parking brake with auto-holdYesYes
Auto-dimming IRVMYesYes
Rain-sensing wipersYesYes
Rear defoggerYesYes
Driver drowsiness detectionNoYes
Acoustic vehicle alarm system (AVAS)YesYes

In the safety department, the Harrier EV holds some notable advantages, specifically a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating (the Sierra EV is yet to be tested, but will likely perform well too), 7 airbags, and driver drowsiness detection. The Sierra EV, though, trades punches with the Harrier EV thanks to safety features like Level 2 ADAS and a 540-degree camera (360-degree with underfloor view).

Tata Sierra EV top-spec vs Harrier EV mid-spec: Prices and verdict

Sierra EV is up to Rs 70,000 cheaper

Tata Sierra EV Empowered A 75 vs Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 price* (Rs, lakh)

 Sierra EVHarrier EVDifference
RWDRs 24.79 lakhRs 25.19 lakhRs 40,000
AWDRs 25.99 lakhRs 26.69 lakhRs 70,000

*Exclusive of home charger and installation, which costs Rs 49,000 extra.

The Sierra EV Empowered A 75 clearly emerges as the better option over the Harrier EV Fearless+ 75, as the smaller SUV offers considerably more comfort and convenience features, a larger boot, higher claimed range figures, similar powertrain outputs and charging speeds, and greater performance – all while being Rs 40,000-70,000 more affordable.

All prices are ex-showroom, India.