Tata has added a new variant to the Safari lineup called the XMS and XMAS. These variants are priced at ₹17.97 lakh and ₹19.27 lakh for the manual and automatic variants respectively. The new variants are based on the mid-spec XM and XMA variants, respectively, and are around ₹1.17 lakh more expensive due to the addition of new features. Tata had also recently launched the XMS and XMAS variants of the Harrier SUV. Let’s take a look at what’s new with this variant:
The new variant gets panoramic sunroof as standard which was previously available only in the higher trims. Other than this, it also comes with automatic headlamps, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, an 8-speaker system, rain-sensing wipers, electrically foldable outside rearview mirrors and a reverse parking camera. The rest of the features are the same as the XM and XMA variants. The Safari XM and XMAS remain mechanically unchanged.
Tata Safari: a quick recap
Tata had launched the new 2021 Safari in India at a starting price of INR 14.69 Lakh (ex-showroom). The Safari is available in six trims namely – XE, XM, XT, XT+, XZ, and XZ+. The Impact 2.0 design language of the new Safari has proven to be reliable and safe. The Safari’s tall stance has been enhanced in the new avatar like the elegant grille, the stepped roof, and the tailgate has been given some cool finishes. A strong stance, wheel arches, and some accenting of chrome give the new Safari a good look.
The grille is similar to the Harrier but is all chrome on the Safari instead of the piano black finish on the Harrier. Available in 6/7 seat configurations, the Tata Safari fights for its place with the likes of the Hyundai Alcazar and the MG Hector Plus. Mechanically, the Safari is powered by the same 2.0L fiat sourced 4 cylinder Kyrotec turbo diesel engine which puts out 170PS of peak power and 350Nm of peak torque.It is mated to a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox unit. It shares its platform and architecture with the Harrier is 63mm longer and 80mm taller than the Harrier. Tata also recently launched the Safari Jet edition.