Speaking on the occasion, Tata Motors Utility Vehicle Product Group (Passenger Car Business Unit) Head S G Saksena said, “The Safari Dicor 2.2 VTT range starts from Rs 7.27 lakh (ex-showroom price in Bangalore), with an enhanced warranty of two years or 75,000 kms (whichever is earlier).” The 2.2 VTT Dicor (Direct Injection Common Rail) engine is a 16 valve dual over head camshaft (DOHC) operated by a 32-bit electronic control unit and is equipped with Variable Turbine Technology (VTT).
Twin colours
The company claims this VTT technology raises the maximum power and torque ratings to 140 PS and 320 Nm respectively. Its 4X4 capabilities and in-built safety makes it a pleasure both on-road and off-road. The vehicle is available in two colours namely cycus grey and mountain green with a number of features like tubeless tyres, dual airbags, ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution), follow me home, reverse guide system etc.
Tweaks to the front and rear exteriors provide a new look to the vehicle. The range also gets two tone beige interiors, stylish new day and light instrument panel. Known for its great off-roading capability with a shift on the fly 4X4 option, high ground clearance, and high approach & departure angles, the vehicle handles cities and the outdoors with equal ease.