Tata Indica eV2 – Old horse with more refinement
To further increase its market share in India, Tata Motors launched Tata Indica eV2 on 10th March, 2011. Undoubtedly one of the most spacious hatchbacks, Indica eV2 has been able to squeeze out great sales numbers thanks to its sober looks and extremely fuel efficient engine. Being an updated version of Tata Indica V2, Indica eV2 is placed in the B+ segment in which the newly added ‘e’ stands for economical. Tata small car is very popular among tour and travel business people for its superb capability, space and fuel economy.
One of the most successful diesel hatchbacks, Tata Indica eV2 outfit is similar to the V2 model with body coloured bumpers, powerful headlamps, chromed front grill and good aerodynamic body. Features enhancing Indica eV2’s appeal include aggressive front grill with chrome strip, clear lens headlamps, clear lens tail lamps, wheel arches with fenders, outside rear view mirrors, half wheel covers, etc.
Tata Indica eV2 interiors are pretty spacious and comfortable with lot of cubby holes and features for the added convenience of the buyer. Comfortable seating arrangement offers peace of mind while on the steering or sitting alongside. Increasing the charm of the cabin are All four door operated cabin lamp, New horn pad for steering wheel, Reading lamps, Internal antenna, Fabric lined seats, Parcel shelf, 4 Spoke steering wheel, New internally adjustable Outer Rear View Mirror (ORVM), Molded roof lining & door trims, etc.
Powered by a powerful and more refined 1396cc 4-cylinder diesel engine, Tata Indica eV2 offers maximum power of 70 bhp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque of 140 Nm at 1,800 rpm. Also available in bi-fuel 1.2L (Petrol+ LPG) option, the hatchback churns out top power of 64.4 bhp at 5,000 rpm and thumping torque of 99.8 Nm at 2,700 rpm. All the engines are mated to five speed manual transmission and offer impressive fuel economy. As per company claims, Tata Indica eV2 offers best in category 25 kmpl of mileage.
Safety has also been taken care of in the tempting Tata Indica eV2 which includes ABS (Antilock Breaking System), Child lock on rear doors, Collapsible steering, Three point ELR seat belts, Anti-submarine seats and High mounted stop lamps. Others comprise of Front & Rear Fog lamps and Remote central locking in the top end variant. Terrific Tata Indica eV2 is tagged in the lucrative price bracket of Rs 3.29 lakh- Rs 5.11 lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi).
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