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Tata Curvv vs Tata Harrier (2026)

Tata Curvv (₹9.99 Lakh – ₹18.99 Lakh) and Tata Harrier (₹13.00 Lakh – ₹26.11 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).

  • The Tata Curvv is more affordable — it starts ₹3.01 Lakh lower than the Tata Harrier.
  • The Tata Harrier is the more powerful car, with 168 bhp against 123 bhp.
  • The Tata Curvv is more efficient on paper — up to 18.4 kmpl vs 16.8 kmpl.
  • The Tata Curvv has the bigger boot: 500 litres vs 445 litres.

Specification Comparison

SpecTata CurvvTata Harrier
Ex-showroom price₹9.99 Lakh – ₹18.99 Lakh₹13.00 Lakh – ₹26.11 Lakh
Engine / Motor1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel1.5L Hyperion turbo-petrol / 2.0L Kryotec turbo-diesel
Max power123 bhp168 bhp
Fuel optionsPetrol, DieselPetrol, Diesel
TransmissionsManual, DCTManual, Torque Converter AT
Mileage (claimed)15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearboxdiesel: 16.8 kmpl (MT), 14.6 kmpl (AT)
Seating55
Safety rating5 stars5 stars
Airbags (max)67
Boot space500 L445 L

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Tata Curvv in short

The Curvv is India's first mainstream coupe SUV, slotting between the Nexon and Harrier to fight the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos with a style-first pitch. It offers two turbo-petrols including Tata's new 1.2L GDI Hyperion unit, a 1.5L diesel, and a 500-litre boot with a powered tailgate. Bharat NCAP awarded it a full 5-star rating.

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Tata Harrier in short

The Harrier is Tata's flagship five-seat SUV, built on the OMEGA architecture derived from Land Rover's D8 platform. The facelifted cabin brings a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Level 2 ADAS and a 5-star Bharat NCAP score, and since 2026 the 170 PS Kryotec diesel is joined by a 168 bhp 1.5L Hyperion turbo-petrol — ending the Harrier's diesel-only era. It battles the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector and Jeep Compass.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper: Curvv or Harrier?

The Tata Curvv is more affordable — it starts ₹3.01 Lakh lower than the Tata Harrier. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)

Curvv vs Harrier — which is safer?

The Tata Curvv scores 5 stars and the Tata Harrier scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.

Should I buy the Curvv or the Harrier?

The Tata Curvv is more affordable — it starts ₹3.01 Lakh lower than the Tata Harrier. The Tata Harrier is the more powerful car, with 168 bhp against 123 bhp. The Tata Curvv is more efficient on paper — up to 18.4 kmpl vs 16.8 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.