Review of TATA Harrier and Safari facelift - is Harrier or Safari coming with 4X4 drive

Review of TATA Harrier and Safari facelift - is Harrier or Safari coming with 4X4 drive
About Tata Harrier/ Safari Facelift
The Tata Safari was launched two years back in January 2021. Now, the three-row SUV from the Indian carmaker is already due for an update and Tata has also begun with the testing of its facelift version.
Based on the spotted prototypes, the Safari is likely to get a slightly revised front fascia with re-profiled bumpers. Further, the camera below the ORVMs indicates that the SUV could also come equipped with a 360-degree camera. Besides this, the alloys could get a new design along with a revised tail lamp design.
While the details of the new interior are not known, Tata could offer the new Safari with a new theme, a bigger infotainment system, and more features.
Mechanically, the Tata Safari is most likely to be offered with the same 2.0-litre diesel engine that develops 168bhp and 350Nm of torque. The motor is mated to a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic transmission.
Tata Harrier/ Safari Facelift Key Specifications
Price
₹ 15.00 - 22.00 Lakh
Fuel Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manual, Automatic (TC)
Engine Size
1956 cc
Mileage
14.6 - 16.8 km/l
Warranty
3 Years or 100000 km
Seating Capacity
5 People
Size
4605 mm L X 1922 mm W X 1718 mm H
Fuel Tank
50 litre
Feature list:
In terms of design and styling, Tata Motors has completely overhauled the exterior of the SUV. It gets a redesigned front bumper that now houses a pair of LED headlamps, new front grille, sequential turn indicators, and an elongated LED DRL strip running across the bonnet. At the rear, it gets LED taillamps connected with an LED bar that stretches across the tailgate, along with a welcome and goodbye function. Depending on the variant, the SUV will sit on freshly designed alloy wheels ranging between 17-19 inches.
Inside, the new Harrier will get coloured cabins based on its exterior shade along with a new four-spoke illuminated steering wheel and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment screen. Apart from this, it gets a new digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, touch-based climate control panel, JLR-inspired gear lever, and a new dial for the drive modes.
Engine, performance, and specifications:
The Harrier facelift will continue to be powered by a 2.0-litre Kryotec diesel engine that churns out 168bhp and 350Nm of torque. The transmission duties will be handled by a six-speed manual and a six-speed torque converter that sends power to the front wheels.
Variants:
The facelifted SUV can be broadly had in four variants, namely Smart, Pure, Adventure, and Fearless.
Safety:
Tata Motors has not tested the Harrier facelift for any safety ratings yet.
Competition:
Upon its launch, the facelifted Harrier will compete against the likes of the MG Hector, Mahindra XUV700, Jeep Compass, Skoda Kushaq, and the Volkswagen Taigun.