Tata Prima Diesel, Petrol
Tata Prima is an upcoming premium range car of Tata Motors that is expected to be rolled out in the country by the third quarter of year 2011. Tata Motors had showcased a concept version of this luxury sedan at the 79th Geneva Motor Show in year 2009, where it attracted a large number of auto enthusiasts and buyers. The Prima was also displayed at the Delhi Auto Expo in January this year, without disclosing pricing and specification details.
Developed with global ambitions, the new Tata Prima is expected to be launched in the European markets initially, followed by its launch in the Indian market. The new Tata sedan is based on the company’s popular Tata Indigo model and has been designed by famous Italian car design company Pininfarina that has designed some of world most popular cars like Ferrari Mythos. It is also speculated that Tata Prima may be engineered and developed at the R&D center of Jaguar Cars (British subsidiary of Tata Motors).
Initially, the Prima is expected to be launched in both petrol and diesel versions, carrying 1.6L and 1.8L engines, respectively. Tata Prima is expected to be shelved in the price bracket of Rs 12 lakh to 14 lakh, where it will be competing with the likes of Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda Civic, Chevrolet Cruze and Mitsubishi Lancer.
Engine & Specification of Tata Prima
As mentioned above, the company hasn’t disclosed any specification details for this car in the Indian market, so far. However, the car is expected to be launched in both 1.6L petrol and 1.8L diesel versions with possible maximum power delivering capabilities of 100bhp and 120bhp, respectively. The car is expected to boast a five-speed manual transmission in both diesel and petrol versions.
As looks like from its concept version, Tata Prima is believed to be carrying a large wheel base of 2700mm, which ensures a considerably space inside the car. The exterior dimensions of the car are yet to be revealed in the Indian market.
Fact Sheet of Tata Prima
Make Tata
Model Prima Diesel, Petrol
Fuel Types Diesel, Petrol
Price Range 12-14 Lacs
Key Specifications
petrol 1.6L,100 BHP
diesel 1.8L,120 BHP
2,700 mm wheelbase