Tata Harrier EV Scores 5-Star Safety Rating in Bharat NCAP Crash Test

 Tata Harrier EV Joins India’s Safest Cars Club with Dual 5-Star Bharat NCAP Rating

Introduction:

Tata Motors has made a bold statement in India's electric vehicle market—and it's not just about design or range. The Tata Harrier EV has achieved a 5-star safety rating in the Bharat NCAP crash test, securing top marks in both Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP) categories. This achievement places the Harrier EV among the safest electric SUVs in India, proving that Tata continues to lead the way in safety innovation. Whether you're considering EVs for performance, practicality, or peace of mind, the Harrier EV checks all the right boxes.

Adult occupancy test (AOP) 

32.00 / 32.00 

Child occupancy test (COP)

45.00 / 49.00

Specifications:

Tested Vehicle Model & Variant                    TATA – HARRIER. EV – EMP 75 & EMP 75 AWD 

Body Type                                                        SUV (2 rows)

Crash Test Weight (kg)                                     2574 kg

Country of Origin                                              India

Year of Publication                                            2025

Ratings Applicability                                          To the variants listed in the Ratings Applicability.

Safety equipment

	Driver	Passenger	Rear
FRONTAL CRASH PROTECTION
Frontal airbag	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD	NOT APPLICABLE
Belt pretensioner	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD	NOT AVAILABLE
Belt Load-limiter	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD	NOT AVAILABLE
Knee airbag	NO – OPTIONAL	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT APPLICABLE
SIDE CRASH PROTECTION
Side head curtain airbag	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD
Side head (thorax head) airbag	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE
Side chest airbag	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD	NOT AVAILABLE
Side pelvis airbag	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE
CHILD PROTECTION
ISOFIX	NOT APPLICABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	YES – OUTBOARD SEATS
Integrated CRS	NOT APPLICABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE
Airbag Cut-off switch	NOT APPLICABLE	YES – MANUAL	NOT APPLICABLE
SAFETY ASSIST TECHNOLOGIES
ESC (UN GTR No.8/UNECE R140 AIS-133)	YES – STANDARD
Pedestrian protection (AIS-100)	YES – STANDARD
Seat Belt Reminder (SBR) (AIS-145)	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD	YES – STANDARD

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Conclusion:

The Tata Harrier EV has not only embraced electrification but also set a new benchmark in vehicle safety for the Indian market. With a crash test weight of 2574 kg, the SUV achieved 5-star ratings for both adult and child occupant protection, making it one of the safest electric SUVs in India. Standard safety features such as frontal airbags, side chest airbags, seat belt reminders, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) demonstrate Tata's commitment to passenger safety. While a few advanced airbags like knee and side-pelvis airbags are not available, the Harrier EV still offers an impressive level of protection across both frontal and side impacts. Combined with its rugged SUV design and modern EV architecture, this 2025 Harrier EV is not only eco-conscious but also built to protect.

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