The Tata Motors Group has unfolded the full scale of its product
portfolio and the breadth of its technology capability with a display of
37 vehicles, from the Tata, Jaguar and Land Rover brands, at the Auto
Expo 2010, which opened here today. Among them are three new Tata
vehicles – the Tata Aria, the Tata Venture, the Tata Magic Iris – and
the all new Jaguar XJ, which were unveiled by the Chairman of Tata Sons
and Tata Motors, Mr. Ratan N. Tata.
In
passenger vehicles, the Group's displays range from Jaguar luxury
saloons and Land Rover SUVs to Tata Indigo Manza sedans, Tata Indica
Vista hatchbacks, the Tata Safari, the Sumo Grande MK II, the Xenon XT,
and two specially conceived Tata Nano cars. The Nano has been declared
as the 2010 Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY). The Tata commercial vehicles
range displays include a brand new Starbus platform, the Prima range of
world standard trucks, CNG-fuelled truck pick-up vehicles, and a
Winger-based special application.
The
technology capability on show includes environment-friendly hybrid and
electric powertrains, conventional engines with higher fuel efficiency,
lightweight vehicle architecture, all contributing to reduction of
greenhouse gas emissions, besides state-of-the-art drive technologies,
latest infotronics, ultra-modern passenger comfort, safety and
entertainment systems.
Speaking on the
occasion, Mr. Tata said, "The range of Tata, Jaguar and Land Rover
vehicles is representative of our technology base, and the direction our
brands are taking in pursuing market opportunities. The Company is
focused on meeting the full range of customer needs while being
conscious of the environment."
The
unveiling of the all new Jaguar XJ marks its India launch. The all-new
Jaguar XJ brings a daring new spirit to automotive luxury, with a mix of
striking design, breathtaking performance and engineering. The car was
premiered worldwide in London in July 2009, and deliveries across the
world are beginning this year. Bookings for India too have opened, and
deliveries will begin from June 2010. Displays from Land Rover, the gold
standard in 4x4s, include the Model Year 2010 Discovery 4 and the Range
Rover Sport, which expand Land Rover’s 2010 product range in India.
The
Tata Aria, to be launched in the second quarter of 2010, blends the
functionality and comfort of a mid-range MPV with the all terrain
assurance and premiumness of an SUV. Its unique design and construction
makes it robust, elegant and comfortable. The interiors, with three rows
of theatre style seating, present a luxurious world of premium features
comprising 3D surround sound, dimming roof lamps, in-dash built in GPS,
a state-of-the-art infotainment system, multifunctional steering wheel,
dual air conditioning with automatic climate control and cruise
control. Top-of-the-line safety features include 6 airbags and ESP,
offered by an Indian OEM for the first time. Besides, the chassis frame
comprising advanced hydro formed members, a stiffened body cage, and
dual zone collapsible steering make the Aria one of the safest vehicles.
Its
2.2 Litre Direct Injection Common Rail (DICOR) diesel engine,
delivering 140 PS power and 320 Nm torque, is mated, in the 4x4 option,
with an all-wheel drive with torque on demand, which senses and
distributes torque to the wheels in accordance with the terrain.
The
less than 4 metre long Tata Venture, to be launched soon, has the
footprint and maneuverability of a hatchback car, but the interior space
of a utility vehicle comfortably accommodating 8 passengers and ample
luggage space. The interiors, with a two-tone beige and black theme, are
comfortable with dual heating ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC)
with roof-mounted ducts. A glasshouse effect with plug-in windows for
second row passengers makes it distinctive. Driver comfort has been
addressed with power steering, power windows, reverse parking aid,
keyless entry with engine immobiliser and rear wipers. Safety features
include collapsible steering and side impact beams.
It
is powered by a 1.4 Litre turbo diesel engine delivering 70 PS power,
with best in class fuel efficiency among diesel MPVs. The Tata Venture
will be available in 5, 6, 7 and 8-seater options in 3 row front facing
configuration.
The Tata Magic Iris, to be
launched this year, is for public transportation, offering safer and
more comfortable mobility for those who depend on three-wheelers. Its
spacious car-like cabin can comfortably seat four passengers – three at
the back and one in the front beside the driver. With its car-like
on-road stability and sheet metal roof it provides car-like safety.
The
611-cc water cooled diesel engine, backed by a 10-litre fuel tank, is
capable of running larger distances with a top speed of about 55 kmph
and yet higher engine life. With its bouquet of features, the Tata Magic
Iris will be the ideal small passenger carrier which will upgrade both
the quality of public transportation and also the income of their
owners.
The recently unveiled 10-to-75 tonne,
150-to-560 PS Prima range of trucks, trailers and special applications
has set new benchmarks in India and matches the best in the world in its
power, speed, carrying capacity and trims. The range comprises 10 major
variants of tractor-trailers, rigid trucks, tippers, mixers and cranes,
and special applications. Besides India, it has already been introduced
in South Korea, where it has won the prestigious Grand Prize of 2009
Good Design Selection of Korea recognising its excellence in design,
functionality, quality and safety.
While
expanding its portfolio, the Group is focusing on environment-friendly
technologies. Jaguar's lightweight vehicle architecture, Land Rover's
e_TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES SERIES, the Nano with the lowest CO2 emission
among Indian cars, the Indica Vista EV, to be launched this year, the
hybrid Starbus and existing CNG/LPG powered Tata passenger and
commercial vehicles are all representative of how the Group is pursuing
the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emission and usage of conventional
fuels for a low-carbon world.
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