Tata Motors has recently ushered in a new Utility vehicle named Movus at a starting price tag of Rs 6.99 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The vehicle has been launched in two trim variants namely - CX and LX. The vehicle is available in flexible in seven, eight and nine seater trims with seating options like front facing, side-facing and Captain seats. During the launch of Tata Movus, Mr. Ranjit Yadav – President, Passenger Vehicle Business Unit, Tata Motors, said, “The all-new Movus is a great proposition for large families as it is spacious, easy to maintain, economical for both short and long distances, delivering great value without compromising on comfort. As an entry-level UV, the all-new Movus, a big and reliable vehicle comes at a price point which will provide our customers with best-in-class ride quality, making it a perfect partner for every journey. The vehicle is commercially available at dealerships located in metros and select cities.”
Movus UV is packed with a 2.2 litre VARICOR engine that engenders a maximum power output of 120 PS along with a peak torque of 250 Nm. As per company officials, the MPV promises to offer segment best pick-up and fuel economy of about 15.16 kmpl. Moreover, the vehicle has been smartly designed with ground clearance of about 180 mm, thereby making it easy for passengers to enter and exit the vehicle. Tata Motors is proffering engine warranty of three years or 150,000 kms whichever comes earlier on new Movus. Suspension has been tuned to work effortlessly on erratic surfaces. In the front, an independent double wishbone with coil springs and at the rear a parabolic leaf spring-type suspension has been fitted. Movus comes with a considerably large fuel tank capacity of 65 litres and an eminent load carrying capacity.
The three rowed UV has a 2550 mm of wheelbase which allows ample space in the third row along with comfortable legroom for the passengers sitting at the rear. Ground clearance of 180 mm makes it easy for passengers for entering and exiting the vehicle. Movus’s low turning radius of 5.35 meters and tilt-able power steering system allows easy maneuverability amid thick traffic conditions. Tata is offering new Movus UV in two colour options- Porcelain White and Meteor Silver. The company claims that Movus demands low servicing and maintenance cost.
