Tata Motors has finally launched the much awaited next generation indica which was shown at the Delhi Auto Expo. This new Indica vista is the nth incarnation of Indica vista since its launch in 1998. However this new Indica vista can be called as a next generation vehicle. Though the changes seems to be little, the new Indica vista has lot of exciting things.
Tata has intentionally retained the family look and the new Indica vista is a clear evolution of the Indica. A new central character line on the bonnet gives character to the car. The all new grille with a new striking pedal shaped headlamps gives the indica vista a more upmarket look. There is not much change in side and rear profile of the car. The top end variant Indica vista aura gets a big wheels and body colored handles. The full length tail lamp cluster over the C-pillar reminds the Indigo marina. Though the the new indica vista is not an eye catcher, it looks refreshing and invite more buyers.
The intersting part of the the new Indica vists could be its choice of engines. Indica vista comes with a petrol engine and two diesel engines. The Indica Vista powered by a 1.2L Safire (petrol), 1.3L Quadrajet (diesel) (both are sourced from Fiat) and the 1.4L TDI which currently powers existing Indica. The 1.3L qudrajet diesel is the intertnationally acclaimed one which is already serving under the hood of swift,swift dzire and palio. The invitees for this engine inlcudes Fiat Linea, Fiat Grande Punto, GM Aveo sedan and a GM Hatchback. With the quadrajet engine, we can expect a better refinement from the Tata’s new Indica vista.
Similar to any other Tata products, the Indica vista comes with host of comfort features and minimal safety features. An integrated CD player is surely likeable feature and is increasing finds a place in entry level cars. The Indica vista gets a 2-DIN integrated CD player with USB port and remote control. Other comfort and luxury features in the new Indica vista includes front fog lamps,rear fog lamps,body coloured bumpers,door handles,de-mister,rear wipers,,power windows for all doors,dual tone dashboard,Tachometer, height adjustable driver seat, lumbar adjustable front seats, 60:40 flodable rear seats
The new indica vista comes in three variants – terra,aqua and aura. The indica vista is available in seven colours – cavern grey, marine silver,artic silver, gala red, solar orange,noble blue and infinity black.
Update: Tata Motors will launch an Indica vista with ABS and Airbags in India at the time of the car’s debut in international markets. Tata will launch the Indica vista in next six months
Indica Vista petrol is priced Rs3.49 lakhs and Indica vista diesel is priced ar Rs4.88 lakhs.
To visit indica vista home page http://indicavista.com
| Models | Terra | Aqua | Aura |
| Indica Vista Safire | Rs.353974 | Rs 377700 | Rs 403417 |
| Indica Vista TDi | Rs 353974 | Rs 409582 | N.A. |
| Indica Vista Quadrajet | Rs N.A | Rs 470852 | Rs 499661 |