The Tata Harrier.EV was shown off at the first Tata Quad Day. The car was put through different challenges and we take you through the journey one video at a time.
During the Tata Harrier EV’s off-road demo at Quad Day, the vehicle was driven up a flight of stairs under guidance from marshals, followed by a controlled descent down a steep slope. Despite the intimidating gradient, the Harrier EV handled the climb and descent smoothly, showcasing its off-road capability.
In this off-road test, the Tata Harrier EV tackled a slush pit using its Mud & Ruts mode along with Traction Control Pro and Off-Road Assist. Maintaining a steady speed of 6 km/h and without any throttle or brake input, the vehicle autonomously managed wheel slip and distributed torque effectively to pull itself out of the slush. The demo highlighted the Harrier EV’s intelligent off-road tech and its ability to handle tricky terrain with ease.
This segment demonstrates the positive articulation capability of the Tata Harrier EV in Mud & Ruts mode. By placing the vehicle at an inclined angle, the test showcases the SUV’s stability, center of gravity, and 50:50 weight distribution. Despite the steep banking angle and uneven terrain, the Harrier EV maintains composure without any signs of struggle, smoothly navigating the obstacle. The test also highlights the SUV’s strong approach and departure angles, reinforcing its off-road competence.
In this test, the Tata Harrier EV tackles a steep 34° uphill and 35° downhill gradient to demonstrate its hill-climbing and descending capabilities. With Mud & Ruts mode and D mode engaged, the vehicle smoothly climbs with gentle throttle input and descends confidently using light braking. The Harrier EV handles the steep inclines effortlessly, showcasing its strong off-road capability and traction control.
The Tata Harrier EV enters a sand pit with Sand mode engaged, as indicated on the instrument cluster. With steady throttle input, the vehicle crosses the loose terrain effortlessly, showing no signs of wheelspin or traction loss. The traction control system remains unobtrusive, indicating strong baseline grip and effective power delivery. The Harrier EV clears the sand obstacle smoothly, reinforcing its off-road readiness even in loose, shifting conditions like sand dunes.
This test showcases the negative articulation capability of the Tata Harrier EV, where the vehicle is tilted inward on a slope. With Rock Crawl mode and Drive mode engaged, the SUV navigates the uneven surface smoothly using gentle throttle input. Despite the tilt, the Harrier EV remains stable and composed, highlighting its robust chassis and smart traction management. Even for a first-time off-roader, the vehicle proves easy to handle, doing most of the work to ensure safety and control.
In this demo, the Tata Harrier EV effortlessly tackles a rock pit crawl with Rock Crawl mode, Drive mode, and Traction Control Pro engaged. The crawl speed is preset at 6 km/h, allowing the vehicle to move forward without any throttle or brake input. The driver only controls the steering while the Harrier manages traction and torque distribution autonomously. A transparent chassis view on the screen displays real-time visuals of the terrain underneath, further aiding precision. The vehicle clears the obstacle with ease and confidence, highlighting its advanced off-road assist tech and real-world usability.
In this test, the Tata Harrier EV tackles an axle-twisting obstacle using Rock Crawl mode without engaging Off-Road Assist or Traction Control Pro, as the preset 6 km/h crawl speed was deemed too fast for the conditions. Using gentle throttle inputs and with real-time terrain visuals via the camera feed, the driver navigates the uneven surface confidently. The traction control system activates seamlessly, helping the vehicle maintain grip as opposing wheels lift and drop. The Harrier EV completes the obstacle with ease, further proving its off-road competence—even without full electronic assistance.
A demo of how the vehicle can do a 360-degree reverse turn
It also aces the table cloth challenge
In this obstacle, the Tata Harrier EV takes on a seesaw and camel hump course while in Mud & Ruts mode. With minimal throttle input, the SUV climbs the seesaw and transitions smoothly over the undulating humps. The demo highlights the Harrier EV’s impressive approach, departure, and breakover angles, as the vehicle clears the obstacle without any bumper scrapes. The controlled throttle response and ground clearance give the driver added confidence, further emphasizing the EV’s well-engineered off-road geometry and all-terrain capability.
In this demonstration, the Tata Harrier EV is showcased in its body-in-white chassis form with a 1.5-ton shipping container placed on its roof to highlight structural integrity. Despite the presence of a panoramic sunroof, the chassis holds firm under the weight, reinforcing Tata’s focus on roof strength and rollover safety. The test underlines the Harrier EV’s ability to protect occupants in severe impact scenarios, making a strong case for its suitability as a family-safe electric SUV.
A fully-built, drive-ready Tata Harrier EV is shown hanging suspended beneath a body-in-white Harrier chassis, both lifted by a crane. This striking demonstration showcases the chassis integrity of both the bare shell and the production-spec vehicle, reinforcing Tata’s engineering focus on durability and safety. Despite the weight and suspension stress, nothing falls apart—visually underlining the Harrier EV’s toughness as a four-wheel-drive electric SUV.
The park assist feature works like a charm.
The Harrier.EV can wade through deep water too.