Tata Safari 2021

Tata has finally dropped the wraps on the upcoming Safari SUV. The Safari badge is largely responsible for establishing the SUV culture in India back in 1998 the time when it was introduced. And in its current avatar, Tata has equipped for firepower to make the argument fool-proof, or has it? Hence here is how the last iteration of Safari goes up against the new one on paper.

1. Monocoque Over Body on Frame

The previous Safari was based on an X2 body-on-frame platform that also underpinned models including Aria and Hexa. While the chassis proved to be potent off the tarmac, its highway manners were somewhat satisfactory to say the least. This has been fixed in the new model that comes with Land Rover’s D8-derived monocoque platform. The handling is expected to be more tied down, just like the Harrier, which it is based on.

2. More Powerful Engine

The new Safari uses an FCA-sourced 2.0-litre diesel engine that outputs 170PS and 350Nm of torque (same as the Tata Harrier) . While it's more powerful than the older Safari’s 156PS 2.2-litre diesel engine, the new one falls short in terms of torque. The base variants of the Safari Storme came with a lower-spec 140PS/320Nm 2.2-litre diesel engine.

In terms of transmission options, the Safari will come with a 6-speed automatic transmission, which will be sold alongside the 6-speed manual variant. It also utilises a completely different drivetrain as the new one spins its front wheels rather than the rear.

3. Rear-Wheel-Driver over All-Wheel-Drive

The older Safari had grounded popularity for its off-roading prowess. It came with an optional four-wheel drivetrain. It also fared pretty well off the beaten path if driven by sensibly. However, the new one, which will initially come with a front-wheel drivetrain, will be more suitable for mild off-roading.

However, it should also be noted that the new iteration comes with ESP-based off-road modes to play with. Tata could introduce an all-wheel-drive variant if demand persists as the platform is capable of taking up an AWD system.

4. Exterior

The new Safari measures 4661mm in length, 1894mm in width and 1706mm in height.

Safari has a wheelbase at 2741mm (same as the Harrier).

The car also has 18inch Machined alloy wheels with all four disc brakes which makes the breaking much better than 2 disc brakes 

The front grill comes with the tri arrow motive with chrome finish which gives a premium touch to the car

Car comes with Xenon Headlamps and DRLs.

Chrome Door handles with passive keyless Entry.

Also comes with similar looking ORVM's just like the Harrier which are Electrically adjustable and Electrically foldable. 

The new Safari's fuel tank can hold up to 50 litres of diesel.

The car also has Aero Twin wipers rain sensing wipers. 

The rear end of the car comes with wiper and defogger

5. Interior 

Safari comes with 'Signature Oyster white Interiors'

Steering wheel comes with both Tilt and Telescopic and the Top variant also comes with leather wrapped steering wheel.

Also comes with cruise control and 3 drive modes: City, Sport and the Eco mode.

There is a half digital and half analog Instrument cluster with tyre pressure monitoring system too.

In the interior front the new Safari packs up an 8.8 inch Touch screen compiled with Android Auto, Apple Car Play, And IRA connected car tech with reverse parking camera.

Their are 2 seating options 6/7 seater respectively.

Tata Motors claims that the 2021 Safari has a 447-litre boot with the third row foldedVariant wise feature

Tata Motors are yet to announce the prices of the new Safari with they'll be announcing on the 4th February 2021.

Expected prices are between 16lacs - 24lacs

Hope you enjoyed reading!! Do let me know if there are new updates for the Safari and what do think of the pricing which is yet to be announced in the comments down below!!