Tata Safari [1998-2005] 4x4 EXi BS-II
- Safari [1998-2005]
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Safari [1998-2005] 4x4 EXi BS-II Specifications & Features
- Features
- Features
Features
Safety
- Rear Middle Head Rest-
A headrest for the middle occupant of the second-row of seats.
Budget cars are usually not offered with headrests for the middle occupant of the second-row to save on costs. Headrests are instrumental in reducing whiplash injuries in case of an accident
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)-
A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.
For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs
- Child Seat Anchor Points-
Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash
ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard
- Seat Belt Warning-
Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.
Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.
Braking & Traction
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)-
An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)
ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)-
An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible
- Brake Assist (BA)-
A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker
Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)-
System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.
ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.
- Hill Hold Control-
A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope
- Traction Control System (TC/TCS)-
This system cuts power to those wheels that are spinning without grip/traction
Given the option, keep traction control on all the time.
- Limited Slip Differential (LSD)-
This function prevents wheelspin and maximises traction by shuffling torque between wheels
It is also a nifty safety feature since it offers more control over a vehicle's power delivery
Locks & Security
- Engine Immobiliser-
A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present
- Central Locking-
This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key
- Speed Sensing Door Lock-
This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed
A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors
- Child Safety Lock-
Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors
Comfort & Convenience
- Air Conditioner-
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-
This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin
- Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors-
Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor
- Anti-glare Mirrors-
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
- Parking Assist-
A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras
It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots
- Parking Sensors-
Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking
It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Cruise Control-
A system that automatically controls the speed of the car
- Headlight and Ignition On Reminder-
An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on
- Keyless Start/ Button Start-
When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.
Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.
- Steering Adjustment-
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-
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-
When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch
- Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel-
Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel
- Leather-wrapped Gear Knob-
- Driver Armrest-
The armrest located between the front passengers which helps comfort the driver's arm while driving
- 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
- Rear Armrest-
- Folding Rear Seat-
Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality
- Split Rear Seat-
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-
The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff
- Headrests-
The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head
Storage
- Cup Holders-
- Driver Armrest Storage-
The storage space within the armrest that's located between the front passengers
- Cooled Glovebox-
A feature where cool air from the air-conditioner is diverted to the glovebox
- Sunglass Holder-
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-
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
- One Touch Up-
This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button
This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel
- Adjustable ORVMs-
Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement
Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.
- Turn Indicators on ORVMs-
Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility
- Rear Defogger-
A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility
Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.
- Rear Wiper-
Although a seemingly minuscule feature, it negates the hatchback's/SUV's inherent ability to retain dirt/water on the rear windscreen.
- Exterior Door Handles-
- Rain-sensing Wipers-
When the system detects water droplets on the windshield, it activates the wipers to improve driver visibility
This feature can be intrusive especially while you are negotiating a tricky bend at a higher speed
- Interior Door Handles-
- Door Pockets-
- Bootlid Opener-
The various methods of opening the boot lid
Exterior
- Sunroof / Moonroof-
Ensure the sunroof is closed before exiting the vehicle to prevent dirt/rain from entering the cabin
- Roof-mounted Antenna-
The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations
- Body-coloured Bumpers-
Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles
Lighting
- Headlights-
- Automatic Headlamps-
Such headlights automatically switch on and off when they sense bright or dark driving conditions
Keeping them switched on at all times gives the user the best results
- Follow Me Home Headlamps-
The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings
- Taillights-
Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.
- Fog Lights-
A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog
The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.
- Puddle Lamps-
Incorporated into the bottom section of a car's door mirrors, they light up the ground underneath the front door when the door is unlocked
- Cabin Lamps-
- Light on Vanity Mirrors-
A lamp that's located around the vanity mirror behind the sun visor
- Rear Reading Lamp-
- Glovebox Lamp-
- Headlight Height Adjuster-
Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard
Instrumentation
- Instantaneous Consumption-
It indicates how much fuel is being used that very instant your car is moving
- Instrument Cluster-
A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals
- Trip Meter-
- Average Fuel Consumption-
The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time
A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money
- Average Speed-
The total distance traveled divided by the time taken to cover that distance
The higher the average speed, the quicker you were on that journey/trip
- Distance to Empty-
The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank
- Clock-
- Low Fuel Level Warning-
This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump
- Door Ajar Warning-
A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly
- 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.
- 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
- Display-
A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car
- Integrated (in-dash) Music System-
The music player that comes factory fitted
- Speakers-
Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system
- Steering-mounted controls-
The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage
- Voice Command-
When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features
- GPS Navigation System-
A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination
- Bluetooth Compatibility-
Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system
Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience
- AUX Compatibility-
The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable
Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality
- AM/FM Radio-
Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels
If radio signals are weak, one can stream music
- USB Compatibility-
When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive
- Head Unit Size-
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.
- DVD Playback-
The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs
Manufacturer Warranty
- Warranty (In Years)-
The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.
- Warranty (In Kilometres)-
The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.
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