Discover the New SMS Variant: Feature-Rich SUV
The new SMS variant has arrived, offering a host of premium features that were once exclusive to higher trims. This latest SUV model aims to provide an enhanced driving experience with a focus on comfort, technology, and style.
Variant Highlights and Pricing
The SMS variant comes packed with desirable features. Its ex-showroom price starts from 14,79,000, while the on-road price in Lucknow ranges approximately from 23 to 24 lakh. This new offering makes advanced features more accessible. Options like the Dark Edition and Kaziranga Edition are also available, catering to diverse preferences.
Currently, this SUV offers a range of seven variants, starting from the base X model, moving up to SMS, XMS, and XMS Plus, with increasing features at each level.
Bold Exterior Design
The vehicle boasts a muscular, aggressive, and appealing look from the front. The key provides remote lock and unlock functionality. The front grille features a prominent Tata logo and is presented in black for this variant, with top variants offering a glossy black finish. Parking lights are included, while top variants feature DRLs (Daytime Running Lights). The headlamps are projector units for the low beam, with halogen bulbs for the high beam, which can be upgraded to projector units. The lower bumper area showcases a black chrome pattern.
With an impressive 205 mm of ground clearance, this SUV is well-suited for varied terrains and off-road driving, ensuring a smooth ride.
Dimensions and Wheels
This SUV stands out with its substantial dimensions. It has a length of 4598 mm and a width of 1894 mm. It comes with 16-inch steel rims and wheel covers, while higher variants offer alloy wheels. The tires are sized 235/70 R16. A thin body cladding runs along the side. The outside rearview mirrors automatically fold upon locking the car and feature integrated turn indicators, along with a chrome insert above.
Rear Profile and Boot Space
At the rear, the vehicle features a 50-liter diesel fuel tank, as diesel is the only fuel option available. The braking system includes disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. The SUV’s wheelbase measures 2741 mm. The sharp LED taillights enhance visibility and appearance, especially at night. A Tata logo is prominently placed, and this variant includes a reverse parking camera. The rear also features a high-mounted stop lamp, an integrated spoiler, and a power antenna. The rear bumper is black, equipped with parking sensors and reflectors for added safety.
The boot offers a generous 425 liters of storage space, complete with a boot light, a toolkit, and a practical parcel tray.
Sophisticated Interior Comfort
Stepping inside, the cabin emphasizes quality and presence. The door panels are black with a silver insert near the handle, housing the power window controls. Seats are equipped with seat belts for all occupants. The dashboard is well-designed, featuring an infotainment system and steering-mounted controls for convenience.
Seating and Infotainment
The SMS variant includes a large sunroof, providing an open-air experience. The seating offers excellent space, comfort, legroom, and thigh support for rear passengers. The audio system features speakers and tweeters, likely a combination of four speakers and two tweeters. Rear passengers also benefit from grab handles, interior lighting, and adjustable headrests. Leather seats are available as an upgrade option.
Driver’s Cockpit
The driver’s door panel matches the rear, with black and silver accents, power window controls, and mirror adjustment switches. The seats are fabric, offering height adjustment and recline functions. The SUV comes with a manual transmission. Upon ignition, the dashboard illuminates, displaying an RPM meter, a speedometer (up to 220 km/h), a fuel gauge, and a temperature meter. The Multi-Information Display (MID) provides details like range, average fuel consumption, and outside temperature. The steering wheel includes controls for the infotainment system, headlights, and wipers, and is tilt-adjustable.
The infotainment system features a glossy black finish, likely a 5-inch display, connected to four speakers, and displays the reverse parking camera feed. It supports all standard connectivity options. Below the infotainment system are the AC controls, two cup holders, a charging port, and an armrest with a lighted storage box. The glove box also includes interior lighting. The sunroof controls are conveniently placed.
Key interior highlights for this variant include auto-folding outside rearview mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, a reverse parking camera, and a panoramic sunroof, making it a truly feature-rich offering.
Powerful Performance
Under the hood, this SUV is powered by a robust 2.0-liter Kryotec diesel engine. This engine delivers 168 horsepower and a peak torque of 350 Nm, ensuring strong performance. The vehicle offers a superior driving experience, often compared favorably to competitors like the MG Hector and Creta, especially regarding its build quality and aggressive styling.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety is a priority in this SUV. It includes a comprehensive suite of safety features:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
- Dual airbags
- Reverse parking sensors
- Reverse parking camera
- Speed alert system
- Central locking with warning
- Engine immobilizer
- Automatic door unlock in case of a crash
The vehicle’s build quality is exceptional, contributing significantly to passenger safety.
Pricing Details
The SMS variant is competitively priced at an ex-showroom rate of 17,03,000. The approximate on-road price in Lucknow for this variant is 20,14,000. All new SUVs come with a warranty of 2 years or 1 lakh kilometers, whichever comes first.
With its blend of features, performance, and safety, the SMS variant offers a compelling package for SUV buyers seeking value and quality.
