Tata Motors has launched a special edition of the Zest compact sedan to mark its first anniversary in the Indian market. Available in XMS petrol and diesel variants, the Tata Zest Anniversary Edition comes with 10 additional features worth Rs. 31,000. The Zest Anniversary Edition petrol model is priced at Rs. 5.89 lakh, while the diesel model costs Rs. 6.94 lakh (both prices are ex-showroom, Delhi). Though, this edition will be sold in limited numbers in select cities from the end of September, 2015.
On the exterior, the Tata Zest Anniversary Edition features new wheel covers, piano black ORVM, body-coloured front lower bumper, ‘Anniversary Edition ‘ badge on C-Pillar and theme body graphics, new hub cups, and a new Vocal White exterior color. Inside, the car receives powered rear curtain with remote, Anniversary embroider on front seats, scuff plate with illumination for front and bottle holder on floor console.
Mechanically, the car remains unchanged with a 1.2-litre Revotron petrol and a 1.3-litre Quadrajet engine options. While the former delivers a maximum power of 88.8bhp and 140Nm of torque, the latter offers 88.8bhp and 200Nm. Transmission option on offer is a five-speed manual.
Launching the anniversary edition, Mr. Mayank Pareek, President, Passenger Vehicle Business Unit, Tata Motors, said, “We are delighted to announce that Zest from Tata Motors, which is the Company’s first brand new product under its HORIZONEXT strategy, has completed one year in the industry. On this occasion, we would like to extend our gratitude to our customers for trusting the brand. Designed and developed with state of the art features, Zest has changed the face of Tata Motors and has successfully exemplified the Company’s focus on best-in-class product and service experiences. With the special edition we celebrate its 1st anniversary with our customers and hope to see the brand evolve as a winner in its class in the years to come.”
