The New Tata Safari
The new Tata Safari has impressed everyone with its unique features. Tata Motors Ltd. has launched a new range of premium SUV the 2.2 VTT engine range joins the Tata Safari DICOR lineup with allnew looks and an indigenous VTT engine. Recently upgraded with a new robust engine more power better interiors and a facelift the DICOR is tough utilitarian and practical the VTT is no less.
With a lot of interior and exterior refinements the Safari is available in10 variants: six in 4×2 configuration and four in 4x 4 configurations. These are distributed in 5 main choices: LX EX EXi GX and VX. All variants except the EXi and GX are available in both petrol and diesel options. The EXi comes only in Petrol; whereas GX comes only in Diesel. Rugged and built to last the new 4×4 is perfectly at home in city conditions cruising on an open road or negotiating difficult terrain.
Safari works as a practical alternative to those who cannot afford the expensive SUVs. It is smart with contemporary looks and styling. It is a tad heavy for the output of the engines. There were no major improvements until Safari faced severe competition from the newage SUVs.
A 2.2litre DICOR engine that produces 138 bhp and a torque of 320 Nm the highest torque in its class powers the Safari DICOR variants. The engine delivers decent pickup making 0 to 100 kmph in less than 22 seconds. The SUV features a wishbone suspension in the front and coil springs in the rear. The 2litre turbocharged and intercooled LX 4×2 diesel engine produces 89 bhp and the 2litre Inline4 petrol generates a massive 125 bhp. A 5speed manual transmission is standard across all variants.
Topping the scales at two tons the DICOR is an excellent highway cruiser and can do a constant 80120 km on overdrive without much gear shifts but a lot of gear shifting is required in city driving. Ride quality and handling of this mammoth vehicle is good. Its braking though impressive screeches at high speeds.
The Safari DICOR makes a great impression with its bold rugged looks and styling. The SUV’s front fascia displays a broad muscular stance with large bumpers and chunky 16inch wheels while a rear spoiler and roof rails add a sporty touch.
Standard safety features on the LX include side impact bars crumple zones tilt and collapsible steering column antisubmarine seats central locking child safety locks and headlamp leveling. The EX adds fog lamps and a rear windscreen demister. The GX offers sport unique leather cum fabric upholstery to add more charm to the warm ambience. The VX receives dual airbags an antilock braking system 40;ABS41; and a rearview camera with LCD.
The Safari cabin is airy and spacious and interior comfort levels are high. The SUV rides high giving the driver and passengers good visibility all around. Seats are comfortable and offer adequate knee and lumbar support. There is plenty of cargo and stowage space as well. But the fit and finish still invites refinement. The topoftheline variant DICOR VX adds a DVD player twin screens leather seats a rearview camera ABS and airbags.
Standard exterior features include alloy wheel rims clear lens head and tail lamps roof rails rear spoiler with lamp stylised front grille bumper side cladding bodycoloured outside rear view mirrors and bodycoloured spare wheel cover.
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