Tata Motors is preparing to launch 3 SUVs before the end of this financial year. The company will introduce the significantly revised versions of the Nexon, Safari and the Harrier. If reports are to be believed, the new Nexon will arrive by August 2023 while the new Harrier will be launched by festive season, 2023. The 2024 Tata Safari is expected to be launched by the end of this financial year, most probably in the first quarter of 2024. Moreover, Tata will also launch the Punch EV and the Curvv SUV Coupe in 2023 and 2024 respectively.
Design & Interior
The 2024 Tata Safari has been spotted testing numerous times on the Indian roads. The new model will receive design changes and upgraded cabin along with more tech features. Styling of the new Safari will be inspired from the Harrier EV concept that debuted at Auto Expo 2023. The new model will have a new front fascia with a vertically stacked LED headlamps, a new connected LED DRL running across the bonnet’s width and new front bumper.
The rear-end is likely to receive new LED tail-lights and a revised tailgate, and new bumper. The side profile is most likely to remain unchanged, except for the new set of alloys. It is expected that the new model could get bigger 19-inch alloy wheels instead of 18-inch alloys on the current model. The connected LED Tail-lamps will come with Audi-like dynamic turn indicators.
The cabin won’t receive huge changes, as Tata recently gave more modern features in the outgoing model. It is likely to get minimal changes like a Land Rover-inspired gear lever for the AT variants, new seat upholstery and others. The SUV will continue to offer features like a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch fully digital instrument console, automatic climate control, panoramic sunroof, and ventilated front and second row seats. The SUV will have six airbags, ABS with EBD, brake assist, electronic stability control and others.
More ADAS Features & Petrol Engine
The new Safari is also likely to get an updated ADAS tech. The current model misses out on the adaptive cruise control feature, which is likely to be offered in the updated model. The 2024 Tata Safari will retain the existing 2.0L turbo diesel engine that produces 170PS and 350Nm of torque. Transmission choices will include a 6-speed manual and a Hyundai-sourced 6-speed automatic gearbox. It is also likely to get a new 1.5L T-GDI turbo petrol engine that debuted at the Auto Expo 2023. This engine is capable of producing 170bhp and 280Nm of torque. It is also likely to be offered with a dual-clutch transmission.
