Indica is regarded as Tata Motors’ first indigenously designed passenger car.
The compact hatchback car drew the attention of car enthusiasts right with its
launch. Having lot of space and affordable, middle class Indian families loved
to own it. The hatchback has been one of the most popular cars in India for it
is tailormade for Indian conditions. One can move along smooth highways, as well
as slow moving traffic.
Design and Interior
The car has features like block shock absorbers, easy shift gears, a smooth ride
suspension, a super drive engine and wide tread tyres. The tea-drop headlights
and bison tail lamps are its striking features. Tata Indica comes with
attractive exteriors which include powerful fog lamps, rear spoiler with
integrated LED stop lamp and chrome lining on grill and bonnet.
The vehicle accommodates five people comfortably. The car boasts spacious
interiors. It is the first compact car to offer air conditioning and electric
windows in India. Its rear seats of this vehicle are fully foldable, providing
space for extra luggage.
Variants and Price
The car is available in petrol and diesel versions. The price tag begins at
approx Rs 3.3 lakhs.
Engine
The 1.4L diesel engine of the car produces a power of 54.2 hp @ 5000 rpm and
85.0 Nm of torque @ 2500 rpm. The petrol engine (1.4L) of the vehicle delivers a
maximum power of 60.8 hp @ 5000 rpm and a torque of 105.0 Nm @ 2500 rpm.
Safety
For safety, the car has been equipped with driver/passenger seat belt warning
and door open warning. It also has side-impact beams, rigid monochrome frame and
child safety locks to ensure a safe and secured drive. The car has disc front
and drum rear brakes which can bring car to a rapid halt. Rack & Pinion makes it
easy for the driver to control the car.
Specifications of Tata Indica V2
Engines
Type 475 IDI with Microprocessor based Engine Management System (ECU)
No. of cylinders 4 inline
Piston Displacement 1405 cc
Maximum Power 53.5 PS @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque 85 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Compression Ratio 22:1
Suspension
Front Independent, Wish Bone type, with McPherson strut, Antiroll Bar
Rear Independent,Semi trailing arm with coil spring mounted on hydraulic shock
absorbers
Steering
Type Rack and pinion
Turning Radius 4.9 m
Brakes
Type Dual circuit, diagonally split, vacuum assisted, with PCR Valves
Front Ventilated disc
Rear Drum
Tyres & Wheels
Type Radial
Size 165 x 65 R13
Seating
Capacity Five
Weight
Kerb Weight (kg) 995
Fuel Tank
Capacity 37 litres
Dimension
Ground Clearance 170 mm
Wheelbase 2400 mm
Length 3675 mm
Height 1485 mm
Width 1665 mm
Features of Tata Indica V2
Exterior DLE DLS DLG DLX
Body Coloured Bumpers -
Body Coloured ORVMs, Door Handles - - -
Chrome Surround Centre Grille
Chrome-plated Strip on Hood
Clear Lens Head Lamps
Clear Lens Side Repeater Lamps
Clear Lens Tail Lamps
Door Rub Rails -
Wheel Arch Flairs & Sill Valence Covers Grey Body Colour Body Colour Body Colour
Wheel Covers - Half Half Full
Exterior DLE DLS DLG DLX
4 spoke steering wheel -
All Four door operated cabin lamp
Door Trims with Fabric Inserts - -
Fabric lined seats Partial Partial Partial Full
Internal Antenna
Internally adjustable Outer Rear View Mirror Driver`s Side Driver`s Side Both
Sides Driver`s side
Lamp in Luggage Compartment
Leather wrapped Steering Wheel - - -
Moulded Roof Lining & Door Trims
Parcel shelf
Premium seat fabric and carpet - - -
Rear seat back rest
Spot (reading) lamps
Utility Tray with Coin Holder
Exterior DLE DLS DLG DLX
Adjustable Head Rests on Rear Seats - - -
Air Conditioning System - -
Central Locking - -
Cup Holders in Glove Compartment
Delayed turn-off of roof lamp - -
Digital Clock
Electronic instrument cluster with Digital
Odometer & 2 Trip Meters with Light
Intensity control Black Black Black Black with Al. finish rings
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning - -
Low Fuel & High Engine Temp. warning lamps
Lux. Floor Console with provision - -
Power Steering -
Power Windows - - Front Front & Rear
Rear Demister - -
Rear Wiper with wash/wipe - - -
Remote Release of Fuel Lid Latch & Tailgate Latch
Std. Floor Console with provision - -
Tachometer
Tinted Windshield, door and tailgate glass
Variable Intermittent type Wiper
Exterior DLE DLS DLG DLX
/ Key-in door open - -
/ Key-out head lamps on & door open - -
Anti-Submarine Seats
Antiglare inner rear view mirror - - -
Audio Warnings-Key-in belt not fastened - - -
Child Safety locks on Rear Doors
Collapsible Steering Column
Front Fog Lamps - -
High Mounted Stop Lamp
Provision for Rear Fog Lamps
Side intrusion beam on all 4 doors
