Tata Safari [2015-2017] User Reviews

Exterior Real SUV Looks, Aerodynamic built for better grip at higher speeds, Easily overtakes most of the vehicles of this range.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Four people can sit comfortably on the middle row, Central lock n middle row A/C, Power windows on all doors and remote adjustable orvm are standard equipments. Feels great.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Quite and smooth at 120 KMPH. Fuel economy of 18 KMPL @ Yamuna Expressway with A/C switched off. Gear box is smooth and swift.

Ride Quality & Handling Steady and quite inside the cabin while crusing at 110-120 KMPH. Family feels great.

Final Words Good Value for Money. Indian by heart and all steel by TATA. Heavy by nature but adds to royalty and a tru Brute on the Road. You cant feel small, be it a any other vehicle on and off the road. This vehicle makes you feels stronger and safer on any given road and at all times.

Areas of improvement The shockers of rear wheels needs Improvement. Moreover TATA needs to monitor its service centers for more trained and seasoned mechanics (rather then replacing them every now & then) for identification of the problem and customer centric approach. Replacement of parts should be instant rather then keeping on experimenting to fix the problem areas.

Exterior Excellent styling & absolute presence on the road.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Superb space, comfortable interior & excellent ride quality.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Highly powerful engine, excellent stability on the road & superb suspension. Fuel economy may be improved if possible though for such an engine you can't expect much, 12kmph to 14kmph shoul be excellent. Mine gives 10-11kmph in the city & improves to 11-13kmph on the highways... indian conditions are compromising.

Ride Quality & Handling Drive comfort, ride quality, very stable performance.

Final Words I have owned a TATA SAFARI DICOR 3.0 L for some time now, its a 4x2 EX and I simply love it. When you drive a Safari, you simply get noticed. People do turn around their heads to see you. Drive it to feel it is the best advice that I can make out. I love it.

Areas of improvement Fuel economy, smoke emission levels and an improvement on the plastic interiors & certain improvements in the electrical/electronic systems of the car.

Exterior

 The Safi looks good and has lots of road prescence. The flared up wheel arches, chrome bash plate, huge wheels and a few other bits make it look rugged and intimidating. In a good way it looks utilitarian and practical. But after many years since launch it's starting to look dated.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 The safari has phenominal comfort especially at the back where there is massive space in all directions and legendary thigh support. The seats are very comfortable and the beige theme makes the experience better. Seating positions are great the boot too is massive and the whole experience is enriched by the host of features like reverse camera, DVD players, headphone sockets, audio remote, etc. No other car in this price segment gives you this comfort the safari does and if that is your main priority then this is a great car for you. The only problem is with the fit and finish which is not that great and can develop a few occasional squeaks and rattles.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 Safari's engine is slow it takes time to accelerate and it is noisy at high speeds it also has turbo lag so you have to keep it at high revs for power. At certain revs it is so powerful that it can pin you to your seat. But what spoils all this and makes it slow is the hefty weight. Fuel economy is just average not too bad but by no standards is it good either. The gearbox is mushy and can mishift occasionally. So thi is not a good car to drive it's better to hire a chauffeur and enjoy the comfort and luxury of the backseat.

Ride Quality & Handling

 What also makes this car not good to drive is the handling, its got lots of body roll and a lifeless steering. The chassis does not have too much mechanical grip and the soft suspension doesn't help that. The only thing that saves it is the massive grippy tyres. So while the handing further decentuates the driver involvement, the ride accentuates the comfort, it's like a magic carpet and glides over every bump with ease, the only problem is the suspension noise.

Final Words

 This is a great car with good looks, great interiors, great ride and good features. And if these are your priorites and if your going to be chauffeur driven then it's your car. But it could do with some improvement in many areas.

Areas of improvement  

 The safari's fit and finish, weight and driver involvement need to be improved. They also need to improve reliability too, to make a world class product.

Exterior Great. Makes impact and presence is felt on road.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Good. However scope exists with company to improve on interiors, especially fitments of TFTs and other electronic gadgets.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox For my being passionate for the Safari, I never was occupant or drove any other SUV. Thus for me it was more of possession rather than trial or experiments. Indeed, I didn't find any disadvantages except for costly maintenance in terms of spares. I purchased in Oct 12 and since then vehicle has achieved 22000+ KM without any breakdowns or failures on road . Of course, I love to maintain vehicle myself. Longest drive during this occupancy has been 570 KMs + nonstop. Indeed it was comfortable drive. However, during one long drive 450 KM, I found AC of the vehicle not responding to desired level. Later was informed by the servicing centre that reason could have been icing on Air Conditioner.

Ride Quality & Handling Great. Again turn radius is too large, Nevertheless, people wait to see you negotiating turns, so don't worry you won't people honking during your beast making reverse or turning in congested or thick traffic area.

Final Words Great purchase only if you have passion.