Tata Tiago Review

Tata Motors has introduced its new hatchback Tiago at a price mentioned above. It is available in both petrol and diesel engine options. The new Tiago competes toughly with its Maruti Suzuki Celerio, Chevrolet Beat and Hyundai Grand i10.

Variants

Tata Tiago comes in both petrol and diesel variants in which the petrol variants are as follows.

1) Tata Tiago Revotron XB
2) Tata Tiago Revotron XE
3) Tata Tiago Revotron XE (O)
4) Tata Tiago Revotron XM
5) Tata Tiago Revotron XM (O)
6) Tata Tiago Revotron XT
7) Tata Tiago Revotron XT (O)
8) Tata Tiago Revotron XZ

On the other hand, the diesel variants of the vehicle are listed below.

1) Tata Tiago Revotorq XB
2) Tata Tiago Revotorq XE
3) Tata Tiago Revotorq XE (O)
4) Tata Tiago Revotorq XM
5) Tata Tiago Revotorq XM (O)
6) Tata Tiago Revotorq XT
7) Tata Tiago Revotorq XT (O)
8) Tata Tiago Revotorq XZ

Colors

The newly launched Tata Tiago is available in six color shades which are listed below.

1) Sunburst Orange
2) Pearlescent White
3) Express Brown
4) Striker Blue
5) Platinum Silver
6) Berry Red
7) Pearl White

Exterior Measurements

The new Tata Tiago comes with a neat external measurement in terms of length, width and height which enhances the appearance of the vehicle.

1) Length – 3746mm
2) Width – 1647mm
3) Height – 1535mm
4) Ground Clearance – 170mm
5) Wheelbase – 2400mm

Style and Engineering

Exteriors

Tiago has been designed with a strong body structure which can absorb impact energy, ensuring superior safety. Its new design gives more elegant, sporty appearance leaving a lasting impact and it surely comes with an exciting design with inviting interiors. At the front part of the car, it features a three dimensional headlamps with smoked lens and sporty black bezer. Along with that, Tiago sports a new multifaceted Tata emblem and signature in between the hexagonal grille offering a confident and bold look to the car. Its side profile is decorated with a next generation sharp and sculpted design making it rise above the crowd. The rear ends with sharp tail lamps improving the sporty stance. Provisions of body colored bumpers are standard on the new Tiago and also the rear spoiler is having the body color which looks very pretty. The higher end variant is offered with various attractive features like Alloy wheels, wing mirrors with turn indicators, rear wash and wipe function etc.

Interior Features

Tata Tiago enters into the market with inviting interiors enhanced by the layered design theme along with a dual tone interior, customizable air vents and premium graphics on fabric. At the front, it has an electric power assisted steering system enabling easy effort in negotiating tight spots and to maintain control at any time. It is fitted with a gear shift recommendation feature which helps to experience a smooth and efficient drive. City and Eco are the driving modes available in this vehicle for superior fuel economy and a peppy driving experience. It is possible to experience connectivity that we have never experienced before with its next generation Harman Connect Next Infotainment system. Along with that, the Tiago has a sporty multi instrument cluster pods which is quite useful to gather information of the vehicle. In order to offer a premium feel and elegance, the vehicle gets a body hugging seat bolsters along with a height adjustable headrest. This gives an ideal driving position for a comfortable journey. Its geometric texture highlighted with chrome handles as well as premium knitted fabrics adds rich look and feel. The interior cabin gives a cooling effect with its specially designed AC vents placed centrally to enable quick cooling. In the interior, the vehicle has enough space for leg room, shoulder room which increases the comfort ness of the travelers. We could be able to store lot of things as multi storage spaces are offered in order to maximize utility and offer easy accessibility. It is to be noted that all controls within easy reach. Tata Tiago gives a pleasurable riding experience with its immersive surrounding sound music with 8 speakers.

Tata Tiago Engine Specification

Since the new Tiago is available in both petrol and diesel engine options, the petrol variant of the car is powered by a 1199cc, Revotron, 3 cylinder, MPFi with Multi Drive engine churning out high power of 85PS at 6000RPM along with high torque of 114Nm at 3500RPM. On the other hand, the diesel variant is housed with a 1047cc, Revotorq, 3 cylinder, Crail with Multi Drive engine giving out peak power of 70PS at 4000RPM with torque of 140Nm at 1800-3000RPM. Both engines are paired to a TA65* Synchromesh with overdrive, 5 Forward + 1 Reverse transmission. Apart from that, Tiago comes with a multi drive mode such as City and Eco along with an advanced Engine Management System.

Fuel Efficiency

Having a powerful engine, the fuel efficiency is not a big problem in the new Tiago in which the petrol variant of the vehicle delivers an attractive mileage of about 23.84 kmpl. Likewise, the diesel variant of the car pumps out the fuel efficiency of 27.28 kmpl.

Brakes and Suspensions

The Tata Tiago is well fitted with a high proficiency braking and suspension system in which the front wheel has disc brake and rear wheel has drum brake. This alternate combination of braking enhances the braking efficiency by stopping immediately while applying brake immediately. Not only this, the vehicle sports a mechanical cable operated parking brakes and it is offered with an advanced braking system Antilock Braking System with Electronic Braking Distribution and Corner Stability Control. When it is talking about the suspension system, the Tiago is having an independent McPherson dual path strut at the front axle and twist beam closed profile at the rear axle which makes easy handling of the vehicle even in poor road conditions.

Safety Features

Tata Tiago comes loaded with lot of safety features which are mentioned below.

1) Front- 3 point seat belt, rear outer-3 point belt and center- Lap belt
2) Driver & front passenger airbags
3) Remote central locking
4) Speed Sensing Auto door lock
5) Clutch lock
6) Inside Rearview Mirror
7) Immobilizer

Verdict

So, Tiago seems to be one of the best cars from Tata Motors and it is a big set up from its similar other cars of Zest and Bolt. It needs some improvement over the seating comfort ness and all others are really superb.