Tata Sierra vs Tata Safari

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Tata Sierra

Tata Sierra

Accomplished+ Diesel AT

21.29 lakh

Tata Safari

Tata Safari

Accomplished Ultra Stealth 6 seat 2.0 Diesel AT

26.76 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1497 cc
1956 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

118 hp at 4000 rpm
170 hp at 3750 rpm

Max Engine Torque

260 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

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Official Fuel Economy

19.22 kmpl
14.1 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

11.53 kmpl
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Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

14.56 kmpl
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Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
50 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

13.05 kmpl
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0-100kph

13.37 s
12.09 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.97 s
7.36 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

9.42 s
10 s

Drive Mode Types

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Multiple

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Semi Independent Twist Blade

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

19 inches
19 inches

Front Tyre Size

225/55 R19
245/55 R19

Rear Tyre Size

225/55 R19
245/55 R19

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

4 Wheel Steer

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Dimensions

Length

4340 mm
4668 mm

Width

1841 mm
1922 mm

Height

1715 mm
1795 mm

Wheelbase

2730 mm
2741 mm

Ground Clearance

205 mm
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Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

622-1257 litres
420 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Dead Pedal

Keyless Entry

Cabin Boot Access

Rear Window Sun Shades

Interior Lamps

Third Row AC Vents

Climate Control

2-zone
2-zone

Comfort Headrest

Cooled Glovebox

Acoustic Windshield

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Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)

Cup Holders

Sunglass Holder

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Remote Locking

Roof Grab Handles

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Door Pockets

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Driver Armrest Storage

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

Hands-free Boot Opening

Driving Modes

Front Seatback Pockets

Electric Tailgate Release

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Foldable Seatback Table

Launch Control

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light
Front Passenger Only with Light

Auto Parking

Ambient Lighting

Rear AC Vents

Push Button Start

Bluetooth Connectivity

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

Yes (Gesture Control)

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Trunk Light

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Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Rear Power Outlet

Bottle Holder in Doors

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear Reading Lamp

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Removable Third-Row Seat

–

Cooled Storage

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Heated ORVM

–

Glove Box

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

12 Volt Port

–

Safety

Hill Start Assist

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Side Airbag

Speed Assist System

Seat Belt Warning

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Video Recording

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Traction Control

Traffic Sign Recognition

Central Locking

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold
Yes with Autohold

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Dual Tone Horn

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming
–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Curtain Airbag

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Clutch Lock

–

Child Safety Lock

Passenger Airbag

Brake Fade Support

–

Brake Disc Wiping

Brake Assist (BA)

Boot Open Warning

Blind Spot Monitor

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Automatic Wipers

Automatic Headlamps

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
Driver's Window Only

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Airbags

6
7

Adaptive Cruise Control

Front Collision Avoidance

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Overspeed Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Lane Departure Avoidance

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Hill Descent Control

High Beam Assist

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Heads Up Display

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

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Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–
With Load Sensor

Exterior

Sequential Turn Indicators

Scuff Plates

–

Front Fog Lamps

Puddle Lamps

Pop-Out Door Handle

Manual
–

Headlight Height Adjuster

ORVM turn indicators

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Rub Strips

Roof Rails

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Illuminated Logo

LED fog lamps

Projector Headlamps

LED DRLs

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Body Coloured Bumpers

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

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Connected LED

Cornering Headlights

Stop Lamp

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Spoiler

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Cornering Foglamps

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

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Interior

Average Fuel Consumption

Low Fuel Level Warning

Average Speed

Shift Indicator

Trip Meter

Instantaneous Consumption

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Distance to Empty

Head-up Display

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Gear Indicator

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

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Second Row Seat Adjustment

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Massage Seats

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front & Rear

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Split

–

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Driver's Seat Memory

Third Row Seats

Individual Chairs at Rear

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Seat Count

5
6

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Heated Seats

Ottoman Seats

–

Third Row Seats Split

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50:50

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Sliding Middle Row

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

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Entertainment

Inbuilt Music App

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Rear Entertainment Screens

USB Input

MirrorLink

Branded Music System

JBL
JBL

CD Player

Touchpad

Wireless Phone Charging

AUX Input

Front Passenger Screen

Speakers

8
10

Steering Phone Controls

Web Browser

Display

12.3-inch Touchscreen
14.5-inch Touchscreen

Satellite Navigation

In-built
On-board

Audio System

Voice Commands

Alexa

Steering Audio Controls

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Gesture Controls

Video Player

Second Row USB port

–
Type A and Type C

Third Row USB port

–
Type A and Type C

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Front USB port

–
Type A and Type C

Connected Car Features

Phone App

Alexa Compatibility

Digital Key

Geo Fence

Smart Drive Information

Summon Mode

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

Low Battery Warning

Live Location Sharing

Service Reminder Via App

–

Emergency Call Button

Find My Car

Check Vehicle Status via App

E-Call & I-Call

–

Location Based Services

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

App Details

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Driving Analytics

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

SOS Button

–

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

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Remote AC On / Off via App

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Questions you may find useful

•14w

I am a serving Air Force officer and get transferred every three years. My daily car usage within the station is limited to about 10-15 km, with frequent start-stops. I also take occasional long drives of 700-1,000 km once every two months. I enjoy driving in the mountains, but do not do any serious off-roading. I already own a hatchback that my wife uses for short drives, and I am now looking to upgrade to an SUV. My family size is 2+1, and I prefer a 5-seater SUV with a 5-star safety rating. My budget is under ₹20 lakh (ex-showroom). I am confused between the diesel and petrol options. My current choices include the Harrier/Safari, Duster, Sierra, and Kushaq. Could you please help me choose the right car and variant? Suggestions for any other suitable options are also welcome.

Verified
•13w

With short daily runs inside base and a big highway trip every couple of months, under Rs. 20 lakh, the Tata Sierra is a good fit for you. Your use is lots of start-stop and only 10-15 km a day, the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with the automatic is the better pick, and you avoid the diesel’s DPF filter, which can clog with frequent short trips. For the mountains and those 700-1000 km drives, the Sierra's turbo petrol pulls cleanly on inclines and during quick overtakes, it feels stable at speed, and it carries a full 5-star crash rating. Ground clearance is good enough for bad roads and hill routes without being bulky to park.Tata also has a wider service network compared to Skoda and Renault, so it'll be easier to find workshops near remote postings.One trade-off to note. Tata service experience can be hit or miss, and if that is an issue, then consider the Hyundai Creta.Overall, for your usage pattern and budget, the Sierra lines up best. The Tata Sierra price starts at Rs 11.49 lakh and goes up to Rs 21.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

VehicleTata Sierra
VehicleHyundai Creta
•18w

I am currently facing difficulty upgrading from a 2021 MG Hector Petrol DCT (top variant). My parents own this car and are looking for a meaningful upgrade within a budget of around ₹35 lakh. They have test-driven the Tata Safari, Tata Harrier, and Tata Sierra but were not impressed with the overall quality and comfort. They are also open to considering smaller cars, as size is not a major concern.

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•17w

Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 L petrol automatic for your parents, it feels like a true step up from the MG Hector in smoothness, ride comfort and overall finish, while staying within your Rs 35 lakh budget. Coming from the Hector DCT, they will straight away notice the gearbox feels calmer in slow traffic. The seats are supportive, the suspension takes bad roads well, and the cabin stays quiet, which makes long drives easier. It also brings stronger safety and driver-assist tech, a clearer 360 camera and a more modern screen setup, and Mahindra’s service reach is wide across India.One thing to be aware of is that the size of the XUV 7XO will make it a bit more cumbersome to manoeuvre in traffic than the Hector.If third row comfort matters more, look at the Toyota Innova Hycross VX(O) Hybrid. It is very quiet, easy to drive, and the third row is more usable than the Mahindra's, though it can have a long waiting period.On the test drive, do a 20-minute loop with slow stop-go traffic and a rough patch to judge the low-speed smoothness and how well the car takes bumps.

VehicleMahindra XUV 7XO
VehicleMG Hector
VehicleToyota Innova HyCross