The leading vehicle manufacturer Tata Motors stunned the Indian auto market with its sensational Tata Safari in the year 1998. The Tata Safari SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) is the first SUV to be designed, developed and manufactured completely in India. The new Tata Safari was a revolutionary crossover at the time when it was unveiled in the world’s second largest auto market. The soft roader was constructed with the latest manufacturing techniques & designs to guarantee quality.

The construction and design of the Tata Safari machine is quite modern and up to date, which gives confidence that it had been prepared to please onlookers as well. The SUV possesses an arresting attitude and holds a macho image among its rivals like Mahindra Scorpio. The Safari is packed with the same engine that is doing its duties under the Sierra’s and Sumo Turbo’s hood. The crossover is muscularly built and is packed with good amount of safety and features which assure pure adventurous drive with excitement. The Tata Safari is competing with the likes of Mahindra Scorpio, Mahindra Bolero, Toyota Innova and Mahindra Xylo.

The soft roader Tata Safari is competitively placed in the price bracket of Rs 8 lakh - Rs 13 lakh depending on variants (ex-showroom New Delhi).

Engine and Specifications of the Tata Safari

The terrific Tata Safari is powered by a 2.0 L Turbo Diesel engine which gives impressive power and ultimate torque to push the vehicle ahead of its rivals.  The engine is fairly silent and smooth, all credit to its comprehensive sound deadening.

The ride quality and handling of this crossover are excellent with low-ratio gearbox and permanent four-wheel drive which throttles the vehicle to deliver high performance with increased fuel efficiency.

The rugged Tata Safari delivers an impressive mileage of 9 kmpl in city and 14.5 kmpl on highways.

Exterior of the Tata Safari

The Tata Safari is blessed with tempting exteriors which show signs of ruggedness. It continues its high stance with a rather long bonnet and timid looking clear lens headlamps which are powerful enough to light the darkest roads. The front radiator grille has horizontal slats which makes the SUV a headturner. The decent roof railings, metallic paints and alloy wheels add to the sportiness of the new Tata Safari. The overall styling of the Safari shows age old classiness which makes it a lovable crossover.

Interiors of the Tata Safari

It is true that Tata Safari is a decade old SUV but the interiors show no such signs with everything steadily appointed for making you feel completely relaxed irrespective of the work done by the car.  Safari is a seven-seater with a sizeable boot that can be extended by folding down the split rear seats, which divide 60/40 for added versatility.

The tough Tata Safari is bestowed with a handful of safety features which take complete care of any surprises on the road. These include driver airbag, front passenger airbag, adjustable seat belts, immobilizer, ABS (Antilock Braking System) and its high impact side and front beams.