4 Key Highlights of the Harrier.ev Quad-Motor AWD
- Quad-Motor Setup for True AWD Performance – The Harrier.ev uses a front and rear motor setup, working together to deliver precise power distribution, incredible grip, and acceleration that leaves most SUVs behind.
- 6 Off-Road Modes Built for Indian Terrains – Mud, Snow, Rock, Sand, Normal, and Custom modes—each calibrated for real-world terrain—with low-speed cruise control and torque vectoring.
- 540-Degree Transparent Terrain View – With Transparent Mode, you can see under the vehicle—critical for rocks, potholes, and off-road obstacles. First-in-India tech!
- Built Like a Tank, Drives Like a Dream – 7 airbags, i-VBAC, AVAS, and 20+ ADAS features mean you’re as safe climbing mountains as you are cruising highways.
Introduction
Tata Motors has just electrified the Indian SUV space — literally. Enter the Tata Harrier.ev, the first Indian electric SUV to feature a quad-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) setup. While many EVs boast dual-motor configurations, Tata has taken it to the next level by engineering a system that uses two motors distributed across both axles, delivering true off-road capability paired with instant electric torque. This SUV is no longer just about clean energy — it’s about clean domination of any terrain.
From its exhilarating performance and futuristic tech to terrain-taming drive modes, the Harrier.ev Quad-Motor AWD brings the best of EV innovation to Indian roads — and far beyond them.
How Quad-Motor AWD Actually Works – Explained Simply
Unlike conventional AWD systems that use mechanical linkages (like differentials and transfer cases) to send power to all four wheels, the quad-motor AWD system in the Tata Harrier.ev is entirely electric and far more precise.
Here’s how it works:
- The Harrier.ev has two motors — one on the front axle and one on the rear.
- Each motor independently powers two wheels on its respective axle.
- This creates a virtual four-wheel-drive (4WD) experience — with independent torque distribution between the front and rear wheels.
But here’s the magic:
Because these are electric motors, they respond instantly. The system doesn’t just split power evenly; it constantly calculates which wheel needs how much torque, based on grip, terrain, and steering input.
So when you’re:
- Climbing rocky hills: Rear motor pushes harder while front keeps you balanced.
- Driving through slippery snow: The system redirects torque instantly from slipping wheels to those with grip.
- Cornering fast on twisties: It can even brake one wheel and power another, keeping you perfectly planted — like torque vectoring in performance cars.
It’s smarter, lighter, and faster-reacting than any mechanical AWD system, making it ideal for India’s unpredictable driving conditions — from flooded city roads to off-road expeditions in the Himalayas.
Harrier.ev Quad-Motor Tech & Performance
| Feature | Specification/Detail |
|---|---|
| Battery Options | 65 kWh and 75 kWh |
| Front Motor Output | 155.8 hp (Approx. 116 kW) |
| Rear Motor Output | 234.7 hp (Approx. 175 kW) |
| Combined Power Output | 390+ hp (Approx. 290 kW) [currently 313] |
| 0–100 km/h Time | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Modes (Off-Road) | Sand, Snow, Rock, Mud/Ruts, Normal, Custom |
| Real-World Range (RWD) | 480–505 km |
| Certified Range (QWD) | Up to 622 km |
| Charging | 15-minute fast charge delivers up to 250 km |
| Camera System | 540° Transparent View + Blind Spot Monitoring |
The front motor delivers 155.8 hp, ensuring a strong pull in slush, snow, or while cornering. The rear motor, making a potent 234.7 hp, helps push the vehicle through challenging surfaces like rocks or steep inclines. Together, the quad-motor setup creates one of the most dynamic and torque-optimized drivetrains in its class. While the combined output of both motors is a hefty 396 hp, the current battery’s discharge rate limits real-world performance to 313 hp. It’s not about lacking power—it’s about the battery keeping up. But here’s the exciting part: once future battery tech catches up, this machine will unleash its full 396 horses without breaking a sweat! And yah torque output is 504 Nm.
Built for the Brave: Off-Road Modes & Assist
Unlike its diesel sibling with just three drive modes, the Harrier.ev’s six terrain modes transform it into a terrain-conquering beast. Whether you’re sliding through sand dunes, crawling over rocks, or navigating deep snow, the custom-calibrated electronics and suspension adapt in real time.
Plus, Tata’s Off-Road Assist includes:
- Low-Speed Cruise Control (5 km/h crawl)
- Hill Descent & Hill Hold Control
- Custom Mode to fine-tune your own drive profile
- All-Wheel Disc Brakes with Wiping Function for consistent control
Safety & Smart Technology
Tata hasn’t cut corners on safety. The Harrier.ev comes with:
- 7 Airbags, including a knee airbag
- 20+ ADAS Features like lane assist, adaptive cruise, and front collision warning
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- SOS Call Function, i-VBAC, AVAS for pedestrian alerts
- 540° Camera with Transparent Terrain View
And with OTA updates, your Harrier.ev is always learning, improving, and evolving.
Conclusion: The Future of Adventure Is Electric
The Tata Harrier.ev Quad-Motor AWD isn’t just another electric SUV — it’s the beginning of a new era in Indian off-roading. For the first time, Indian enthusiasts have a homegrown electric off-roader that doesn’t just tick boxes — it redefines them.
From deep mud trails to smooth expressways, this SUV adapts, evolves, and dominates. And with a starting price of ₹21.49 lakh (ex-showroom), Tata has kept it premium yet attainable. Whether you’re a trail-seeker or a tech-lover, the Harrier.ev Quad-Motor is India’s boldest step toward an electrified, adventurous future.