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Tata Safari I 1.9 i 16V (137 Hp)
Overall Rating
Tata Safari:
The Tata Safari is a mid-size SUV produced by the Indian automobile manufacturer Tata Motors since 1998. Safari has been designed as a seven-seater SUV with a foldable third row, roomy interior; on the market it has positioned itself as an alternative from the competitive price to other brands off-road vehicles.
The second generation was introduced in 2021. Unlike the first generation, the second-generation Safari is a front-wheel-drive, monocoque crossover SUV, sharing its underpinnings with the Tata Harrier....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Tata Safari (I). With 181 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2010 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The first-generation Tata Safari was not tested by Euro NCAP during its production run, making direct safety comparisons difficult. Safety features were basic for its era.
1.9 i 16V (137 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.9 i 16V provides a more spirited driving experience than the diesel, with adequate power for city and highway cruising, though still not a performance-oriented engine.
Fuel Economy
As a petrol engine in a large SUV of this era, fuel consumption is expected to be high, making it a costly option for daily driving, especially in urban environments.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior
- • Robust and capable off-road performance (for its class)
- • Affordable purchase price
- • High ground clearance
Cons:
- • Very sluggish acceleration (especially diesel)
- • Poor fuel economy across all engines
- • Outdated safety features
- • Basic interior quality and refinement
- • Heavy steering and noticeable body roll
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Tata |
| Model: | Safari |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 i 16V (137 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 137 Hp @ 5550 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 181 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1948 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.7 kg/Hp, 68.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.1 kg/Nm, 90 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2010 |
| Max. weight: | 2670 |
| Max load: | 660 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4650 mm mm |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm |
| Height: | 1920 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/75 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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