t may be long in the tooth now but Tata Motors hasn’t given up on the
Safari just yet. The big Tata is to receive a major update in early
2012. Styling changes are focused largely on the front and include
striking new L-shaped headlights and a more pronounced front bumper.
Interior quality should be similar to the more expensive Tata Aria and
equipment levels could be enhanced as well. The biggest change though
will be under the skin with the new Safari set to adopt Tata’s new X2
platform that debuted on the Aria. Shortened to the Safari’s 2650mm
wheelbase, the X2 will change the way the Safari drives and ride,
handling and noise insulation should see a marked improvement. The
140bhp 2.2 DiCOR diesel engine will power the new model but will be
substantially worked on to improve refinement. Expect the updated Safari
to bear a price tag of around Rs 11 lakh.
Factfile:
Engine: 2.2-litre diesel
Power/Torque: 140bhp/32.6kgm
Kerb weight: NA
L/W/H: NA
Expected: Early 2012
Price: Rs 11 lakh
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