After making a buzz of rumours, Tata Tiago has finally been launched in the Indian auto market at the price between INR 3.20 Lakhs to INR 5.54 Lakhs (Ex-showroom, Mumbai). Based on the popular XO platform, it was first introduced with a name tag of Zica that was earlier changed for its similarity with the “Zica virus”. After then company rechristened it as Tiago that is similar to the name of Tata Motors' brand ambassador Lionel Messi's son “Thiago”.
Mechanically, it comes with both petrol and diesel engine trims along with two drive modes i.e City and Eco to deliver optimum driving efficiency and fuel economy. As company claimed, you are going to experience the power of 2 different engines in 1 that is first in this segment. In order to make your drive more smooth and comfortable, the vehicle comes attached with an advanced dual path suspension as well as also equipped with a gear shift indicator.
The specification of petrol motor includes an all new Revotron 1.2-litre with 3-cylinder that generates 85 PS of power and 114 Nm of torque at 3500 rpm. On the other hand, diesel engine gets propelled by a fresh Revotorq 1.05-litre mill, which is good for 70 PS of power and 140 Nm of massive torque between a range of 1,800 rpm to 3,000 rpm. A 5-speed manual transmission is coupled to the motors. While the petrol motor is claimed to return 23.84 km/l, diesel motor has a fuel efficiency of 27.28 km/l.
Unlike the all new powertrain, Tata has also offered a range of features to make Tiago best-in-class. It includes a new signature honeycomb grille, 3 dimensional headlamps with smoked lens and sport black bezel, fresh alloy wheels and sharp tail lamps at the exterior. Also available in six color option – Brown, Red, Silver, Blue, White, Orange.
Interior is decorated with dual tone arrangement as well as height adjustable seat, chrome handles, cup holders and premium upholstery are also available. Furthermore, it is featured with ConnectNext infotainment system developed by Harman, 8 speakers audio system, Bluetooth, USB, AUX smartfone connectivity and steering mounted audio control. In terms of safety; dual airbags, ABS with EBD and rear parking sensors are loaded to this new hatch.
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