Updated avatar of popular micro-SUV reviewed
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Exterior design
- Vertical LED headlights and new DRLs
- Revised bumpers
- New 16-inch alloy wheels
- Full-width rear LED light bar
- 193mm ground clearance
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Interior
- New two-spoke steering wheel w/ illuminated Tata logo
- Touch-based HVAC panel looks clean, but is less intuitive
- 7-inch digital driver's display
- Same 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Space and comfort
- Extended thigh support all around
- Good knee room, but headroom tight for taller occupants
- Flat floor improves middle-seat comfort
- Boot space: 366 litres (petrol), 210 litres (CNG)
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Features and safety
- Sunroof
- Ambient lighting
- 360-degree camera
- 8-speaker sound system
- 6 airbags as standard
- 5-star Bharat NCAP crash rating
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Engine and gearbox
- 1.2-litre NA petrol: 88hp, 115Nm
- 1.2-litre NA CNG: 73.5hp, 103Nm
- 1.2-litre turbo-petrol: 120hp, 170Nm
- NA petrol and CNG offered with 5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT
- Turbo-petrol gets 6-speed MT only
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Performance
- Tested 0-100kph times: 11.56sec (TP), 19.51sec (CNG-AMT)
- Turbo-petrol has strong mid-range, but clutch is heavy
- CNG adequate for city, relaxed highway use
- AMT smooth when driven gently
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Ride comfort and handling
- Suspension feels robust and composed
- Light steering, weighs up well with speed
- Minimal body roll; enjoyable on twisty roads
- Brakes feel progressive with strong stopping power
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
Price and verdict
- Price range: Rs 5.59 lakh-10.54 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Pros: Solid build, comfortable ride, feature-rich, easy to drive
- Cons: NA petrol engine lacks performance, top-spec trims on the pricier side
21 Jan '26
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Viraaj Bhatnagar
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