Tata Motors had unveiled the new model of Tata Safari 2012 officially called the 2012 Tata Safari Storme (aka Merlin, as we know it for many months) at the Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi India on 5th January 2012. The Tata Safari Storme is improved over the previous generation Safari in many ways. The new Safari is not only a facelift, but also feature changes, improved transmission and performance SUV to compete with modern SUVs which are threatening its place in the market. The new Safari has a new grille, new HID Projector headlamps, power budge on the bonnet, new chrome tipped dual-exhaust system, new stylish rood rails in aluminum finish, new spoilers with better aesthetics and aerodynamics, new side footsteps and side cladding. The Safari Storm looks more sportier, more elegant and pleasing. On 17th October 2012, the new 2012 Tata Safari Storme has been launched in India at a price of Rs. 9.95 Lakhs ex-showroom Delhi.
image – 2012 Tata Safari Storme
Tata Safari Storm 2012 Price In India
Tata Safari Storme has been launched at Rs. 9.95 Lakhs for the base LX variant. Detailed price list of all the variants is as below:
- Tata Safari Storme Lx is priced at Rs. 9.95 Lakhs
- Tata Safari Storme Ex is priced at Rs. 10.77 Lakhs
- Tata Safari Storme Vx is priced at Rs. 12.37 Lakhs
- Tata Safari Storme Vx 4×4 is priced at Rs. 13.66 Lakhs
All prices are ex-showroom Delhi prices.
2012 Safari Storme Specifications and Features
The new Safari Storme is powered by:
- 2.2 Litre 16 valve CRDI Diesel engine
- Peak power of 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM
- Peak torque of 320 Nm @ 1700-2700 RP<
- The engine has a variable geometry turbocharger for better performance
- The powertrain has a 5 speed manual transmission system with a 4X4
- All wheel drive which can be electronically be shifted on-the-fly even while the SUV is moving
- It has a turning radius of just 5.4 meter which is quite small for its class
- Best in class ground clearance is 200 mm for better off-roading capabilities
- Wheelbase of 2650mm
- Hydraulic Power steering system
- 5 Link rear suspension
- Independent double wishbone suspension at front
- 7 Seats
Features List:
On the features front, Safari Storme comes loaded with:
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
- Ventilated Disk brakes on all wheels
- ABS and EBD
- Improved steering system
- Better frame construction crumple zones for crash protection
- Side intrusion beams on all doors
- Collapsible steering column
- Dual airbags
- Inertial switch and engine immobilizer
- Keyless entry and power folding outside rear view mirrors
- Chrome outside door handles
- Best in class space
- Wooden panels on interiors
- Rear AC Vents
- Chrome inside door handles
- Dual Exhaust for sporty look
- Rear parking assist with display on the inside rear view mirror
- Spare wheel mounted under floor to save on interior & boot space
- New alloy wheels design
- Premium looking interiors with good quality door trims
2012 Safari Storme 2012 Walk Around Review
Official Promotional Video
Tata Safari Storme 2012 Pictures Gallery
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