Tata Safari

Tata Safari
Overview
Manufacturer	Tata Motors
Also called	Tata Dicor
Production	1998–present
Assembly	Pune, India
Designer	Tata Safari Group
Body and chassis
Class	Mid-size SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front engine, Two-wheel and four-wheel drive
Related	Tata Sumo, Tata Aria
Powertrain
Engine	2.0L turbodiesel I4 3.0L Dicor turbodiesel 2.2L Dicor VTT turbodiesel I4 2.2L Varicor turbodiesel I4
Transmission	5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length	4,650 mm (183.1 in)
Width	1,918 mm (75.5 in)
Height	1,925 mm (75.8 in)
Curb weight	1,920 kg (4,233 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	TCIC
Successor	STORME

The Tata Safari is an SUV produced by Tata Motors of India. It is the first SUV to be designed, developed and manufactured entirely in India.^[1]

Body and trim options

The SUV was first released in 1998 with a 2.0 litre turbo I4 Diesel engine. It was later upgrade in 2003 as a part of next improved Versions first EX and then EX2 along with Limited edition roll-out with improved interiors and Mechanics which included Power steering, fuel pump, electricals. By far the TCIC EX2 2003-2006 models were the most reliable and refined TCIC Safari. The Safari was extensively modified in August 2005, which included the addition of a new 3-litre DiCOR engine along with modified interiors and exteriors. This 3-litre engine is the first diesel engine from Tata Motors with common rail technology. A 2-litre petrol engineMPFi was also added to the range that same year. It was this modified version that won the Motor Forum's Car of the Year for 2007, in the SUV category. Voted by the users in India. In October 2007 Tata unveiled the 2.2-litre Safari DiCOR which had an increased power output of 143 PS (105 KW). But it was shortly replaced by the more advanced DiCOR 2.2 VTT (Variable Turbine Technology) engine which had a power output of 140 PS (103 kW) at 4000 rpm and a torque output of 320 N·m (236 lbf·ft) at 1700 rpm. It is widely regarded as the best engine used by Tata Motors.

Tata recently launched a new variant of safari called Safari GX. The new Safari GX sits just below current top end variant Safari VX. Safari Gx gets dual tone exteriors, unique leather cum fabric upholstery, Reverse Guide System (without a camera which along with the Screen in the Internal Rearview Mirror is only available in the VX variant). Another new feature is indicators on the Outer Rear View Mirrors.

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  Tata Safari Storme at Maharaj Bada in Gwalior

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  Tata Safari seen on a road in Cyprus

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  A 2006 Safari Dicor LX 3.0 in white.

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  A 2009 Safari 2.2 DiCOR VX 4x4

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First generation

Launched in 1998 in Turbo Diesel form, the Safari had 87 PS (64 kW) power. It came with a synchromesh forward five-speed manual gearbox, with a 4X4 option and sported 235/75x15 tyres. However, it was regarded to be grossly underpowered, and had a lot of body roll.

The new Tata Safari DiCOR (DiCOR standing for "Direct Injection Common Rail engine") is powered by a 3000 cc inline-four cylinder engine that develops 116 PS (85 kW) at 3000 rpm and 300 N·m (221 lbf·ft) of torque between 1600 and 2000 rpm. The engine is taken from the Tata 407, a truck manufactured by Tata Motors. The new engine is mated to a five-speed gearbox, with a new, sporty gear lever. It sported new 235/70X16 tyres and was an all-around betterperformed.

2007 revision

Tata displayed the Euro 4 compliant 2.2-litre DiCOR engine with 140 PS (103 kW) and 320 N·m (236 lbf·ft) of torque at the 2006 Bologna Motor Show.^[2] It was launched on October 5, 2007. It had some improved interior features like two-tone upholstery and leather seats. The high end version of the Safari came with safety features like Dual airbags and ABS with EBD. Additional features like rear AC vents, reversing camera, DVD player with LCD screens in the front seats headrests and dimming lights too were also available as an option. Four-wheel drive options were available on EX, GX and VX variants which, uses a Borg Warner shift on the fly transfer case. It too had 235/70x16 tyres.

India's leading automotive portal CarWale recently did a series of off-road trails on a Tata Safari DiCOR 2.2 4×4. The only modifications done to the Safari were removal of running boards and addition 15 inch rims shod with the older 235/75 R 15 Radial tyres. The off-road performance of the Safari was highly praised by them.^[3]

Driving impressions

The Safari weighs 1,920 kg (4,230 lb) kerb; adding an extra 110 kg (240 lb) for the 4WD variant.^[4][5] With the DiCOR engine, the 4WD Safari is substantially quicker than the Scorpio or Innova also with a lighter engine under the hood it feels more agile.

Specifications

Specifications of the Tata Safari 2.2 DiCOR

Second generation

Safari Storme
Overview
Production	October 2012–present
Model years	2012-present
Assembly	Pune, India
Powertrain
Engine	2.2L VariCOR
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,650 mm
Length	4,655 mm
Width	1,965 mm
Height	1,922 mm
Curb weight	2095 kg

An entire new Safari was supposed to be launched in 2011.Tata Motors Limited has officially launched the Second Generation Safari (The new Safari Storme) on 17 October 2012 in India.

These were few of the Rumours and/or available information from media/Mass public before the official Launch:-

The Second generation Tata Safari is based on its sibling Aria’s "X2" platform^[6] which has a stronger hydro-formed chassis sections.It will have an upgraded G76-Mark II gearbox.^[7] The car is expected to be lighter than the outgoing model to make it more fuel efficient. With European markets in mind, the car has been developed to comply by the EuroNCAP safety norms.

Tata Safari STORME

The second generation Tata Safari is known as The Tata Safari STORME. It was unveiled at the Auto Expo 2012, New Delhi.^[8] The all new Tata Safari Storme (Supposed to be initially named as Tata Safari Merlin) is dynamic and bold in looks offering a dramatic aggressiveness from all angles. The sharp and bold flared halogen Projection headlights and the bonnet with a slope line so defined with the grille and the company logo would form the charming yet masculine front fascia. The roof rails look stylish and sporty.

Tata Safari Storme has a new Common Rail Direct Injection 2.2 Litre 16 Valve DOHC "VariCOR " Diesel Engine with Variable Turbine Technology(VTT), High Inertia Flywheel. The engine is controlled by a 32 bit processor. The Safari Storme has more passenger cabin space. In India,the top variant comes with Dual Airbags, ABS(Anti Lock Braking System), and EBD(Electronic Brake Force Distribution), Electronic Shift on fly 4 by 4 Mechanism, Limited Slip Differential,Fuel Cut-Off Inertia Switch for safety in a crash to reduce risks of/intensity of fire.

Tata Safari Strome

The interior is improved and is of higher quality. Tata Safari Storme has 4 trim levels which are LX, EX, VX,VX 4WD which are priced at Rs 9.95 lakh, 10.77 lakh, 12.37 lakh and 13.66 lakh respectively. (ex-showroom, New Delhi).^[9]

2015 Facelift

The new facelifted Safari STORME was launched in 2015 featuring a new Land Rover inspired grille, refreshed interiors with silver accents and black theme giving the cabin a modern but classy and upmarket feel. The steering wheel is a new three spoke design as the Tata Zest. There is now a single Din audio system with improved audio output. The power output has been further increased to class leading 150PS (148bhp) making it more drivable.^[10]

The Safari is more of a proper SUV and has better offroading capability and for those constomers in India who are more of a adventure enthusiasts, Safari has proved to be the best choice in the segment. Later in 2015, Tata launched Safari STORME with VariCOR 400 engine which is same in capacity as earlier 2.2 VariCOR but with increased torque to 400 Nm and increased power to 154 bhp. Also the VX variant comes with a newly developed 6-speed manual gearbox and segment only self adjusting clutch,

Motorcade Use

Multiple armoured Tata Safaris and a Jammer Vehicle are a permanent part of the Indian President's, Vice President's and the Prime Minister's convoy. It is also used in the motorcades of visiting foreign dignitaries..

References

External links

• New generation Tata Safari Storme Official Website
• Previous Generation Tata Safari DICOR Website

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