Tata Safari

Tata Safari is a mid-size 6/7-seater SUV, in the Indian market with stylish design and up-to-date tech. The interior includes high-quality materials with a strong engine and smooth gearbox to provide a great driving experience. It is powered by a diesel engine and available with both manual and automatic gearboxes. 

Tata Safari pricing

Price for the base model of Tata Safari starts at Rs. 15.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Safari is offered in 29 variants - the base variant is Safari Smart (Diesel) and the top variant is Accomplished Plus Dark 6S AT. Prices for all 29 variants of Safari are listed below.

Tata Safari engine specs

Tata Safari has a diesel fuel type with tank capacity of 50 litres, emission norm compliance is BS VI 2.0 and top speed of 175 kph. The engine type is Kyrotec 2.0L with 4 cylinders and automatic transmission type.

Tata Safari Mileage

Following is the claimed mileage on offer for Tata Safari:

• Diesel (Manual) - 1956 cc - 16.3kmpl

• Diesel - Automatic (TC) - 1956 cc - 14.5 kmpl

Tata Safari Features 

With a seating capacity of 6 to 7 passengers, the SUV offers boot space of 420 litres, has power steering, power windows front, anti-lock braking system (ABS), air conditioner, a driver airbag, automatic climate control, alloy wheels and multi-function leather wrapped steering wheel. It also has a tachometer, a glove box, a digital cluster of 10.24 size and leatherette upholstery. 

Tata Safari Safety

Safety equipment on board Tata Safari consists of features such anti-lock braking system, central locking, anti-theft alarm, seven airbags which includes a driver airbag, knee airbags for driver, passenger airbag, curtain airbag and a side airbag, day and night rear view mirror,  electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), seat-belt warning, door ajar warning, traction control, tyre-pressure monitoring system, engine immobiliser, electronic stability control (ESC), rear camera with guidelines, anti-theft device, speed alert, speed sensing auto door lock, ISOFIX child seat mounts, hill descent control and hill assist, impacting sensing auto door unlock, 360 view camera, and with five star golden NCAP safety rating and golden NCAP child safety rating.  

Tata Safari colour options 

Safari offers seven different colour options namely cosmic gold, oberon black, galactic sapphire, stardust ash, stellar frost, supernova copper and lunar slate.

Tata Safari Review

 The 2023 Safari sees a decided push on safety and more connected tech. But the question is how much is too much and will it be able to overshadow the core driving essence and the fundamental tenets of what comprises a good car? Join us for this exciting ride for more details.

The review of this 2023 Facelift Safari cannot begin without a mention about the flag-off! Are you wondering why? Well it was indeed special… breaking glass ceilings, the black and white chequered flags were held by a confident bevy of beauties clad in vibrant yellow Tata Motors t-shirts…It was a moment of pride and joy … as much theirs as was ours…. After all this massive macho beauty that we set out to drive was the product of their months of hard work. Well, signs of changing times you would say and nothing highlights it more than the evolution of the ‘Safari’ after the popular Tata moniker made a comeback a few years ago…

The 2023 Facelift Safari is no doubt a reflection of changing customer trends. The decided push towards connected tech and safety is clear but the question is how well this face-lift version balances between overall drive experience and the plethora of features that abound the vehicle. 

What’s striking about the exterior design of Tata Safari 2023

On the outside, the silhouettes of the Safari broadly remain the same but there are some striking and interesting additions. The parametric grille with body coloured foils adds to the swanky, sophisticated appeal and surely gives a vehicle a  new look with a touch of vibrancy. 

The ground clearance of the vehicle continues to be a big plus for the Indian roads and coupled with silver skid plates and 19-inch alloy wheels it sure accentuates the sporty feel. The rear-end of the Safari continues to have that unmistakable extended roof design. The end to end led tail lamps compliment the front design and ties in the whole uber-connected appeal seamlessly. 

However the showstopper here is decidedly the gesture-controlled power tailgate that makes opening and closing the boot a lot easier, especially if you happen to be carrying a lot of things. On a lighter note, if you are missing out on some ankle exercise, this is your chance to master it and get work done at the same time. But it sure comes in as a handy addition to the overall package. 

The swanky interior

You sure have to hop inside the facelift 2023 Safari to truly appreciate the highpoints of this iteration of Safari.  Multi-colour mood lights synced to music notes and notification attract attention while adding to the plush and luxurious feel that the overall facelift targets to achieve. 

The multi-screen instrument cluster and the Harman infotainment centre is significantly wider than before. It  is loaded with features including

• ADAS with 11 features 

• Dual zone fully automatic temperature control

• Remote access to the car

• Alexa Car to Home

• Voice Commands including Alexa supporting 250+ commands in 6 languages 

The voice-controlled panoramic sunroof is the new poster boy of features aimed at wowing customers and the Safari ain’t wanting in any which way. The multiple light and music modes sure make it even more appealing. 

The touch based Central control panel with multi functions, steering wheel with signature ‘Illuminated Logo’, steering mounted paddle shifters and 360-degree surround view system are other interesting additions, not to forget the pin-striped wood panelling on the dashboard .

However what absolutely appeals to me while driving through crowded roads on hot afternoons and humid evenings is the air curtains in the front to optimise airflow as well as separate ventilators for every row. The ventilated captain seats in the second row as well as the first row is another welcome addition and truly boosts comfort. The other interesting feature is the control to move the co-passenger seat on the sides. That enables even those in the second row to adjust leg space as per their need. The separate chargings pods in every row also shows attention to details in the Indian context while travelling with family.

The seats definitely need a mention-  ergonomic and with the right kind of thigh support, making your journey as comfortable as you can expect. 

Safety focus 

One of the key showcase features in this new Safari is the advanced ESP with 17 functionalities. Apart from the mandatory 6 airbags, it comes with an additional seventh one for the driver’s knees. Height adjusted seat belt, Hill hold control and Emergency call options are among the other additional features. 

The ADAS also enables side view when the left or right signals are switched on. The 360 degree camera does give a clear view of the blind spot but the driver’s attention is diverted between the console and the road.. Perhaps a little thought into how much is too much is worth probing into. 

The Drive 

Now coming to the most interesting part of the journey- the actual drive after you have digested the tech offensive. Well, no surprises here. You are driving the Safari with the same 170 hp Kryotec 2.0 -litre four-cylinder diesel engine with the same 6-speed manual and automatic transmission. Well if that’s on your buy list, the automatic version is the one to go with. Though the vehicle responds well when the pedal does hit the metal, you are in for a noisy ride no doubt. But that’s only a teething issue… the effortless pickup with which the engine brings the rather heavy vehicle to speed is still the best part of the deal. The suspension is a bit firm and perhaps it’s the large size of the vehicle that accounts for it. But all in all, a comfortable drive, be it the crowded city roads or the outskirts where the road condition is significantly bad. The tough Tata build, especially, the Land Rover DNA in the Safari’s core build and structure does come through. 

The Verdict

Now addressing the elephant in the room- should you buy it or would you skip it? Well, the Version 2023 is no doubt plush, sophisticated and absolutely in sync with the modern customer’s tech heavy focus. Though not comparable to its original 4×4 avatar, this comfortable three-row vehicle is a great family car for the Indian buyers and the attention to details in terms of customer safety and comfort is a big plus in this facelift version. A smoother, safer and sleeker Safari to drive home in for sure.