Tata Nexon: Smart 1.2 Turbo MT vs Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT
The Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT costs ₹82,000 more than the Smart 1.2 Turbo MT. The equipment it adds covers 40% of that on our values — pricey. Every feature is priced below.
Spotted something wrong? Report a correctionSmart 1.2 Turbo MT → Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT
You pay extra
₹82,000
₹7,39,990 → ₹8,21,990
Features are worth
₹33,120
6 gained
Equipment covers
40%
of what the variant costs extra
Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT costs ₹82,000 more than Smart 1.2 Turbo MT and brings only ₹33,120 of equipment we can put a price on — about 40% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, Smart 1.2 Turbo MT is the better buy.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Nov 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹11,960 · 3 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹21,160 · 3 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
6 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | Smart 1.2 Turbo MT | Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Steering-Mounted ControlsAudio and phone controls on the steering wheel. Cruise control buttons are priced with cruise control. | No | Yes | +₹3,680 |
| Rear Power WindowsElectric windows for the rear doors. | No | Yes | +₹3,680 |
| Electrically Adjustable ORVMsWing mirrors adjust from a switch inside the cabin. | No | Yes | +₹4,600 |
| Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door. | No | Yes | +₹4,600 |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| 7-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentEntry-size touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, usually by cable. | No | Yes | +₹13,800 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels. | No | Yes | +₹2,760 |
| Net feature value | 6 gained | ₹33,120 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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On our figures
₹33,120 of equipment against ₹82,000 — 40% of the variant
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Smart to Smart+ on all 2 powertrains
Tata Motors sells this upgrade on 2 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. It is cheapest on the Petrol manual (₹82,000) and dearest on the CNG manual (₹92,000).
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual (this page) | ₹82,000 | ₹33,120 | 40%Pricey |
| CNG manual | ₹92,000 | ₹33,120 | 36%Pricey |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT costs ₹91,988 more on the road than Smart 1.2 Turbo MT, against ₹82,000 ex-showroom. ₹9,988 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
Smart 1.2 Turbo MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹7,39,990
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹57,131
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹37,000
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹8,21,990
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹63,019
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹41,100
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the Tata Nexon Smart 1.2 Turbo MT and Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT?
- ₹82,000 ex-showroom — Smart 1.2 Turbo MT is ₹7,39,990 and Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT is ₹8,21,990.
- Is the Tata Nexon Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT worth the extra money over the Smart 1.2 Turbo MT?
- Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT costs ₹82,000 more than Smart 1.2 Turbo MT and brings only ₹33,120 of equipment we can put a price on — about 40% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, Smart 1.2 Turbo MT is the better buy.
- What do you actually get on the Smart+ 1.2 Turbo MT that the Smart 1.2 Turbo MT doesn't have?
- 6 features, led by 7-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, Electrically Adjustable ORVMs, Remote Central Locking. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.