Tata Nexon Camo Edition: Is This the Smartest Feature Update Yet?
Buying a compact SUV in India used to be straightforward. You set a budget, checked a few options, and drove one home. These days the segment is packed, and cars like the Maruti Brezza keep the pressure on Tata.
Tata’s answer is the Nexon Camo Edition. It’s not just a new colour and a couple of badges. They’ve added real, practical fixes for everyday problems—especially safety and boot space.
If you’re still deciding on a compact SUV, here’s what’s actually new and whether it’s worth the money.
Exterior Changes and New Colours
From a distance, the overall shape hasn’t changed much. The stance, ground clearance, grille and wheels look almost the same as the regular Nexon.
The differences are in the paint and badges:
– Introducing Coorg Cloud and Munnar Mist – two new colours created exclusively for the Camo line up. Munnar Mist brings a rich dark green tone that gives the Nexon a proper rugged, premium look.
– Monarch – a signature color that debuted on the Sierra, adding a distinctive and sophisticated road presence.
– CAMO badges – small, clean badges on the side wings so people notice it’s the special version.
Everything else (rear spoiler, roof rails, shark-fin antenna) stays the same.
Real Boot Space on a CNG Nexon
Anyone who’s owned a traditional CNG car knows the pain: open the boot and a huge cylinder takes up most of the space. You can barely fit a laptop bag.
Tata fixed this years ago with Twin-Cylinder Technology, and it still impresses on the Camo CNG. Instead of one big tank, two smaller cylinders sit under the boot floor. You can fit a full-size cabin suitcase, a couple of duffel bags, and still have room left.
They also kept the spare wheel. A lot of brands drop the stepney on CNG models to save space and cost. Tata didn’t—the spare sits underneath where it should.
There’s a useful safety detail in the fuel flap too. Along with the petrol and CNG fillers, there’s a kill switch. If the flap isn’t properly closed and locked, the engine won’t start. Small thing, but important when you’re dealing with pressurised gas.
The Real Highlight: Built-in 4-Way Dashcam
Screens keep getting bigger. A 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster elevate the Camo’s cabin experience. Both look good, but the useful part is what’s running on them.
Tata has built a full multi-camera event recorder straight into the infotainment. It uses the car’s existing cameras:
– Front – road ahead
– Rear view assistance – enhanced visibility behind your vehicle.
– Left and right side-mirror cameras enhance visibility by covering blind spots.
All four record at the same time in HD.
If the car senses a hard impact or sudden jolt (via the gyro sensors), it automatically saves a 5-minute clip—2 minutes before the event and 3 minutes after. That gives you clear footage if something happens on the road.
Getting the videos out is simple. There’s 1 GB of internal storage for short clips, or you can plug in a USB drive up to 256 GB. No cables or memory cards needed. Just show the QR code on the screen, scan it with your phone, connect to the car’s Wi-Fi, and download the file straight to your gallery. From there you can send it to insurance or the police in seconds.
Engine and Cabin
The engine is the same 1.2-litre turbo petrol that already works well. In CNG mode it makes 100 PS and 170 Nm—enough for city and highway driving. Switch to petrol, and you get a bit more top-end response.
Inside, the Camo theme continues with embossed CAMO logo upholstery. You also get:
– Stay cool on every drive with front ventilated seats, ideal for Indian summers.
– Soft-touch materials on the main touch points
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Pricing
Special editions often lock the best features in the top trims. Tata did the opposite. The Camo treatment and its exclusive features are offered from the Creative trim, starting at ₹9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
Full pricing for the higher Fearless variants isn’t completely detailed for every combination yet, but Tata is clearly keeping the numbers competitive.
Final Take
The Nexon Camo Edition isn’t just about looking different. A proper 4-way dashcam built into the system and available on sub-₹10 lakh trims is a genuine step up for everyday safety. Add usable boot space and a spare wheel on the CNG version, and the package becomes hard to ignore.
Would the built-in dashcam make you feel safer on busy roads, or would you still go for the standard model? Drop your thoughts below.
If you’re still exploring options before buying, check out our list of [Upcoming SUVs in India] launching soon.”
FAQs
What is the starting price of the Tata Nexon Camo Edition?
It starts from the Creative trim at ₹9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Higher trims vary depending on petrol, diesel, or CNG.
How does the 4-way dashcam work?
It uses the car’s own front, rear, and side-mirror cameras to record all four sides at once. On detecting a crash or heavy impact, it locks a 5-minute clip (2 minutes before + 3 minutes after) to internal storage or a USB drive.
Can you transfer the videos to a phone?
Yes. Show the QR code on the 12.3-inch screen, scan it with your phone to connect over Wi-Fi, and download the footage directly to your gallery. No cables needed.
Does the CNG Camo Edition come with a spare wheel?
Yes. The twin CNG cylinders sit under the boot floor, so the spare wheel stays in its normal place underneath.
What colours are exclusive to the Camo Edition?
Coorg Cloud (new) and Monarch (from the Sierra), both with the subtle Camo side badges.
