Chevrolet Tavera Neo 3-10 STR BS-IV

Specifications

• Engine & Transmission
  Engine

  1999 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline

  Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.

  Engine Type

  4 Cylinder TDCi Diesel Engine

  The official title given by the manufacturer in terms of the name of the engine, the displacement and the number of cylinders.

  A bigger displacement and more than four-cylinders generally indicate a performance-oriented engine.

  Fuel Type

  Diesel

  All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

  Max Power (bhp@rpm)

  105 bhp @ 4000 rpm

  Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.

  Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.

  Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

  263 Nm @ 1750 rpm

  Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.

  The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.

  Mileage (ARAI)

  13.7 kmpl

  This is the maximum fuel efficiency that an engine gives. All numbers are provided by the manufacturer based on tests conducted and specified by the standards of the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India)

  Such fuel efficiency attained while driving in special conditions makes it unlikely to get it in real-world conditions

  Drivetrain

  RWD

  Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.

  Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).

  Transmission

  Manual - 5 Gears

  Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels

  A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.

• Dimensions & Weight
  Length

  4435 mm

  The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.

  

  • Length: 4435

  Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

  Width

  1680 mm

  A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

  

  • Width: 1680

  Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

  Height

  1765 mm

  The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

  

  • Height: 1765

  Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.

  Wheelbase

  2685 mm

  The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

  

  • Wheelbase: 2685

  The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

  Kerb Weight

  1640 kg

  The total weight of the vehicle with all the standard equipment and all the required fluids.

  A lightweight car will always be more efficient and easier to manoeuvre whereas a heavy car would give you a sense of solidity while driving.

• Capacity
  Doors
  5 Doors
  The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.
  
  • Doors: 5
  Seating Capacity

  10 Person

  The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

  No of Rows

  3 Rows

  Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.

  Fuel Tank Capacity

  55 litres

  The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.

  If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.

• Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
  Front Brake Type

  Disc

  Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.

  - The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.

  Rear Brake Type

  Drum

  In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.

  Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.

  Spare Wheel

  Steel

  Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.

  Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.

  Front Tyres

  205 / 65 R15

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

  Rear Tyres

  205 / 65 R15

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

• Locks & Security
  Central Locking

  No

  This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

  Child Safety Lock

  -

  Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

• Comfort & Convenience
  Air Conditioner

  No

  The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin

  Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.

  Heater

  No

  This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

  Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

  No

  Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

  Anti-glare Mirrors

  No

  These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you

  Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy

  Steering Adjustment

  No

  A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement

  When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position

  12V Power Outlets

  No

  This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug

  It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!

• Seats & Upholstery
  Seat Upholstery

  Fabric

  When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

  • Rear Passenger Seat Type
    -
  Third Row Seat Type

  -

  This row could either be a bench or a pair of jump/captain seats

  When the need arises, the last row can double up as space for luggage.

  Interiors

  -

  Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

  Interior Colours

  -

  The various color shades used within the cabin

  Folding Rear Seat

  Full

  Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality

  Split Rear Seat

  No

  Sections of the rear seat are capable of being folded down separately

  This function bumps up practicality as the boot space increases when required.

  Front Seatback Pockets

  Yes

  The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

  Headrests

  Front & Rear

  The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

• Storage
  • Cup Holders
    No

• Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
  ORVM Colour

  -

  Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle

  Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.

  Power Windows

  No

  When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch

  In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen

  One Touch Down

  -

  This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button

  This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

  Adjustable ORVMs

  Externally Adjustable

  Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement

  Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.

  • Exterior Door Handles
    Black
  • Interior Door Handles
    -
  • Door Pockets
    Front
  Bootlid Opener

  With Key

  The various methods of opening the boot lid

• Exterior
  Body-coloured Bumpers

  No

  Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

• Lighting
  • Headlights
    Halogen
  Taillights

  -

  Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

  • Cabin Lamps
    -
  Headlight Height Adjuster

  Yes

  Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

• Instrumentation
  Instrument Cluster

  -

  A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

  • Trip Meter
    -
  • Clock
    No
  Low Fuel Level Warning

  Yes

  This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

  Adjustable Cluster Brightness

  -

  The brightness of the instrument cluster can be adjusted via controls

  It comes in handy to improve instrumentation visibility between day and night by toggling brightness.

  Gear Indicator

  -

  It notifies the driver about which gear the car is being driven in and can also suggest down- or upshifting to improve efficiency

  Shift Indicator

  -

  Notifies the driver about the optimum instances to shift gears

  It comes in handy to derive the best fuel efficiency and engine component longevity

  Tachometer

  -

  An instrument that measures engine speed in revolutions-per-minute (rpm)

  Ideally, the tachometer helps a driver know when to shift gears in a manual gearbox.

• Entertainment, Information & Communication
  AM/FM Radio

  No

  Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

  If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

  Head Unit Size

  Not Available

  The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.

• Manufacturer Warranty
  Warranty (In Years)

  3

  The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

  Warranty (In Kilometres)

  100000

  The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.