Introduced: Tata's extended Harrier and Safari Adventure X models, price ranging from ₹18.99 lakh onward
The Tata Harrier and Safari Adventure X models have been unveiled, showcasing premium upgrades in technology, safety, and comfort, setting them apart from base models and competitors like the Jeep Compass, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector, and Mahindra Scorpio N.
Tata Harrier Adventure X Highlights
The Tata Harrier Adventure X comes equipped with a 2.0L Kryotec diesel engine, producing 167.62 bhp and 350 Nm torque. It offers both manual and automatic gearbox options, front-wheel drive, and a diesel fuel with an ARAI-rated mileage of 16.8 kmpl. The SUV rides on 17-inch alloy wheels, features disc front brakes, and drum rear brakes.
Inside, the Harrier Adventure X boasts black and tan leatherette upholstery, a 6-way powered driver’s seat, auto headlights and wipers, a rear defogger, and terrain modes (Normal, Rough, Wet) and drive modes (City, Sports, Eco). The SUV also offers a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a digital console.
Safety-wise, the Harrier Adventure X is equipped with 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, and basic driver assistance features. Two variants are available: the Adventure X and the Adventure X Plus, which adds Level 2 ADAS and an electronic parking brake.
Tata Safari Adventure X Plus Highlights
The Safari Adventure X Plus shares the same 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine as the Harrier, producing the same power and torque. It offers advanced safety features, including Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, front collision prevention, and blind spot detection) and 6 airbags.
The Safari Adventure X Plus also features a panoramic sunroof, a 6-way powered driver’s seat, a 10.24-inch digital driver’s display and touchscreen infotainment, and a black and tan interior theme. The SUV comes with a 360-degree surround view camera system, terrain modes (Normal, Rough & Wet), and other features like auto headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and 18-inch alloy wheels.
The Safari Adventure X Plus is more premium, offering enhanced safety and tech features compared to older Safari models and other variants. A new Supernova Copper exterior and Adventure Oak interior are also featured in this model.
Competitor Comparison
| Feature / Model | Tata Harrier Adventure X | Tata Safari Adventure X Plus | Jeep Compass | Mahindra XUV700 | MG Hector | Mahindra Scorpio N | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|------------------------------------|---------------------------------| | Engine (Diesel Power) | 2.0L, 167.62 bhp | 2.0L, 167.6 bhp | 2.0L, 170 bhp (approx.) | 2.2L, up to 182 bhp (Diesel) | 2.0L, 170-182 bhp | 2.2L, up to 175 bhp | | Drive Type | FWD | FWD/ AWD options | AWD options available | AWD available | FWD and AWD variants | 2WD and 4WD options | | Transmission | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic | | ADAS Features | Level 1-2 (Adventure X Plus adds ADAS) | Level 2 ADAS | Available on higher trims | Level 2-3 ADAS available | ADAS available | ADAS on higher trims | | Safety | 6 airbags, ABS, ESP | 6 airbags, ABS, ESP + advanced driver aids | 6 airbags, ABS, ESC | Up to 7 airbags, ESP, TPMS | 6 airbags, ABS, ESC | 7 airbags, ESP | | Infotainment | 10.25-inch touchscreen | 10.24-inch touchscreen + 10.24-inch digital driver display | 8.4-10.1 inch touchscreen | 10.25 inch touchscreen | 10.4 inch touchscreen | 8 inch touchscreen | | Interior Features | Leatherette upholstery, powered seats | Panoramic sunroof, powered seats | Premium interiors with leather | Premium interiors, powered seats | Leatherette, premium interiors | Premium seats, less tech focused | | Wheels | 17-inch alloys | 18-inch alloys | 17-19 inch alloys | 18-20 inch alloys | 17-18 inch alloys | 16-18 inch alloys | | Drive Modes / Terrain | 3 Terrain modes, 3 drive modes | Terrain modes (Normal, Rough & Wet) | Drive modes available | Multiple terrain and drive modes | Drive and terrain modes | Drive and terrain modes |
Conclusion
The Tata Harrier Adventure X offers a powerful diesel engine with a well-balanced feature set, including terrain and drive modes, powered driver’s seat, and premium interiors, positioning it strongly against mid-sized SUVs like the Jeep Compass and MG Hector.
The Tata Safari Adventure X Plus is more feature-rich, with advanced safety systems, bigger alloys, a panoramic sunroof, and a 360-degree camera, competing directly with higher-end rivals like the Mahindra XUV700 and Scorpio N that also emphasize safety and technology.
Compared to Jeep Compass and MG Hector, Tata’s Adventure variants offer competitive powertrains, more advanced driver aids in higher trims, and robust off-road modes. Against Mahindra’s offerings, the Safari Adventure X Plus provides a blend of luxury and technology, while the Scorpio N is more rugged but less premium in tech.
Overall, Tata’s Adventure X and Adventure X Plus focus on enhanced safety, driver assistance, and premium comfort, making them strong choices in the Indian SUV segment.
- The Tata Harrier Adventure X and Safari Adventure X Plus models are not only rivals to the Jeep Compass, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector, and Mahindra Scorpio N in the automotive industry, but they also challenge these competitors in terms of finance, as they offer competitive powertrains, advanced safety systems, and premium lifestyles.
- In the industry of transportation, the Tata Safari Adventure X Plus is a step above its counterpart, the Tata Harrier Adventure X, with additional features such as Level 2 ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree surround view camera system, and a more luxurious interior theme, highlighting the brand's focus on providing a premium experience in the lifestyle sector.
- The finance sector has seen a shift in focus towards safety and technology in the transportation industry, and the Tata Harrier Adventure X and Safari Adventure X Plus models adhere to this trend by offering advanced safety features and sophisticated infotainment systems, showcasing Tata's commitment to quality and innovation in the automotive field.
