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Tata Safari

₹13.29 Lakh onwards
Petrol Manual 16.3 kmpl
Tata Safari Smart Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Smart Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Smart
Tata Safari Pure X Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Pure X Dark Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Pure X
Tata Safari Adventure X+ Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Pure X Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Pure X Dark
Tata Safari Adventure X+ Dark Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Pure X Dark Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Adventure X+
Tata Safari Pure X At
Tata Safari Adventure X+ Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Adventure X+ Dark
Tata Safari Pure X Dark At
Tata Safari Adventure X+ Dark Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Adventure X+ At
Tata Safari Accomplished X Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Adventure X+ Dark At
Tata Safari Accomplished X Dark Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished X
Tata Safari Accomplished X Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X Dark
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished X Dark Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Dark Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Dark 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished X At
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra Red Dark Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra Red Dark 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol
Tata Safari Accomplished X+
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ 6 Seater
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X Dark At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Dark
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ 6s Dark
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Dark Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Dark 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Stealth
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra 6 Seater Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra Red Dark Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished Ultra Red Dark 6 Seater Tgdi Petrol At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ 6 Seater At
Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Dark At
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Tata Safari Accomplished X+ Stealth At
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Mg Hector

₹11.99 Lakh onwards
Petrol Manual N/A
MG Hector Style
MG Hector Style
MG Hector Select Pro
MG Hector Smart Pro
MG Hector Smart Pro At (cvt)
MG Hector Sharp Pro
MG Hector Sharp Pro At (cvt)
MG Hector Savvy Pro At (cvt)
Do you want to find out which car is the better choice, Tata Safari or Mg Hector? The Tata Safari is priced from ₹13.29 Lakh, whereas the Mg Hector starts at ₹11.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of core specifications, the Tata Safari is powered by 1498.0 cc - 1956.0 cc engine options available with Manual, Automatic transmissions. Comparatively, the Mg Hector features 1451.0 cc engine options paired with Manual, CVT transmissions. When it comes to efficiency, the Tata Safari delivers a maximum mileage of 16.3 kmpl depending on driving conditions.
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Tata Safari vs Mg Hector

Do you want to find out which car is the better choice, Tata Safari or Mg Hector? The Tata Safari is priced from ₹13.29 Lakh, whereas the Mg Hector starts at ₹11.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of core specifications, the Tata Safari is powered by 1498.0 cc - 1956.0 cc engine options available with Manual, Automatic transmissions. Comparatively, the Mg Hector features 1451.0 cc engine options paired with Manual, CVT transmissions. When it comes to efficiency, the Tata Safari delivers a maximum mileage of 16.3 kmpl depending on driving conditions.

Key Highlights Tata Safari Mg Hector
Price ₹13.29 Lakh* ₹11.99 Lakh*
Engine Capacity 1498.0 cc - 1956.0 cc 1451.0 cc
Power 167. 62 bhp @ 3750 rpm 141 bhp @ 5200 rpm
Mileage 16.3 kmpl -
  • Engine & Transmission
  • Dimensions & Capacity
  • Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
  • Safety
  • Exterior
  • Comfort & Convenience
  • Instrumentation
  • Infotainment & Communication
  • Warranty
  • Top Key Features
  • Pros & Cons
Tata Safari
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Engine & Transmission

16.3
ARAI Certified Economy
No
17.2:1
Compression Ratio
No
No
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
FWD
Drivetrain
FWD
BS6 Phase 2
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
1498
Engine Capacity
1451
HYPERION 1.5L TURBO GDI PETROL
Engine Type
1.5L TURBOCHARGED INTERCOOLED PETROL
Petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol
TGDI
Fuelling
MPFi
6
Gears
6
4
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
167. 62 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Power
141 bhp @ 5200 rpm
170
Top Speed
195
250 Nm @ 1750 - 3500 rpm
Torque
250 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Manual
Transmission Type
Manual
Yes
Turbocharger
No

Dimensions & Capacity

SUV
Body Type
SUV
420
Boot Space
No
50
Fuel Tank Capacity
60
205
Ground Clearance
192
1795
Height
1760
No
Kerb Weight
1727
4668
Length
4699
5
No. of Doors
5
7
No. of Seats
5
2741
Wheelbase
2750
1922
Width
1835

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Disc
Front Brakes
Disc
Independent Lower Wishbone McPherson Strut with Coil Spring Anti-Roll Bar
Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut + Coil Spring
235/65 R17
Front Tyre Size
215/60 R17
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Beam Assemble + Coil Spring
235/65 R17
Rear Tyre Size
215/60 R17
No, With Puncture Kit
Spare Wheel
{215/60 R17}& Steel Rim
5.4
Turning Radius
5.8
R17
Wheels Size
R17
Alloy Wheels
Wheels Type
Alloy

Safety

Yes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Yes
No
ADAS
No
Yes
ASR / Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Airbag Details
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6
Airbags
6
5 Star
BNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
BNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
BNCAP Rating
Not Tested
No
Blind Spot Detection
No
No
Blind Spot Monitor
No
No
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
No
Dashcam
No
No
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
Yes
Yes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
Yes
Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Yes
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
No
Fog Lights
No
5 Star
GNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
GNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
GNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Yes
Manually Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror
Manually Adjustable
No
Lane Departure Warning
No
No
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
No
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
No
Parking Camera
No
No
Rear Middle Head Rest
Yes
Yes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Yes
No
Surround View Camera
No
No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
No

Exterior

Roof Mounted
Antenna
Sharkfin
No
Automatic Headlamps
No
Manual Lift
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Silver Finish
Bumpers
Silver Finish
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
No
Manually Adjustable
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable
Black With Indicators
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured With Indicators
Body Coloured
Outside door handles
Chrome
Front & Rear
Power Windows
Front & Rear With Auto Down (Driver Only)
No
Rear Defogger
Yes
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
No
Rear Wiper
Yes, With Wash
Black
Roof Rails
No
No
Sunroof
No
Powered
Tail Gate
Manual Operation

Comfort & Convenience

Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrests
Yes
Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable Steering
Tilt Only
No
Ambient Light
No
No
Auto Park
No
Dual Zone
Automatic climate control
No
No
Boss Mode
No
Front & Rear
Cabin Lights
Front & Rear
Usb And Type C
Charging Outlets - Front Row
12V& Usb And Type C
Usb And Type C
Charging Outlets - Second Row
12V And Type C
Usb And Type C
Charging Outlets - Third Row
No
Powered - 4 Way
Co-Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
No
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Cup Holders
Yes
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
No
Electronically Adjustable Seats
Yes
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
Yes
No
Front Armrest
Fixed
No
Front Seat Back Pockets
Driver & Co-Driver Side
No
GPS & Navigation
Yes
No
Glove Box Cooling
No
No
Glovebox Lamp
No
No
Head Up Display
No
Led
Headlamps
Halogen
No
Headlight Height Adjuster
Yes
No
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Digital
Instrument Console
Digital
No
Keyless Entry
Foldable Key
No
Leather streering wheels
No
No
Massage Seats
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Parcel Tray
No
No
Parking Assist
No
Manual Hand Brake
Parking Brake
Manual Hand Brake
Rear Only
Parking Sensors
Rear Only
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Puncture Repair Kit
No
Yes
Rear AC Vents
Yes
No
Rear Armrest
Yes, With Cup Holders
Yes
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Reclining Rear Seats
Yes
No
Seat Back Table
No
Fabric
Seat Upholstery
Fabric
Yes
Split Rear Seat
Yes
No
Start / Stop Button
No
No
Sunshades
No
No
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No
No
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Ventilated Seats Type
No
No
puddle lamp
No

Instrumentation

Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes
No
Avg fuel economy display
Yes
Digital
Fuel level guage
Digital
No
Gear Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes
Digital
Odometer
Digital
No
Shift Indicator
No
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
No
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
Yes
No
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
No
No
Front tweeters
No
No
Gesture Control
No
No
Infotainment Screen
Yes
No
Integrated Music System
Standard Company Fitted
No
Multifunction Display
Yes
No
Speakers
4
No
Voice Command
No
No
Wireless Charger
No

Warranty

3 Years/100000 Kms
Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
5 Years/125000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 years/150000 kms

Top Key Features

Automatic climate control
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Hill Assist
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
GPS & Navigation
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Hill Assist
Hill Descent Control

Pros & Cons

PROS
You get durable and visually striking alloy wheels right from the factory.
You avoid the long-term maintenance complexities of an automatic transmission.
Wide-opening doors make entering and exiting the Smart TGDI Petrol extremely easy.
The braking hardware on the SAFARI provides reassuring bite during emergency stops.
The suspension of the SAFARI is perfectly tuned to absorb unpredictable city potholes.
The steering of the SAFARI is light at low speeds, making city parking effortless.
The aggressive wheels drastically improve the Style's curb appeal compared to basic trims.
The slick manual gearbox offers satisfyingly precise shifts, keeping you highly engaged with the engine.
The plush leatherette seating offers exceptional under-thigh support, completely eliminating fatigue on long inter-state journeys.
Superior cabin insulation effectively blocks out annoying traffic noise, creating a whisper-quiet passenger experience.
The suspension is incredibly soft, specifically tuned to swallow deep potholes and isolate passengers from harsh roads.
The connected AI features actually make daily use noticeably easier rather than just feeling like a gimmick.
CONS
The lack of a factory parking camera makes reversing the SAFARI Smart TGDI Petrol unnecessarily stressful.
You miss out entirely on Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integrations.
You sacrifice the aesthetic appeal of a glass roof at this trim tier.
Relying purely on passive safety means the SAFARI Smart TGDI Petrol misses out on modern collision-avoidance tech.
The glovebox capacity is surprisingly limited for the SAFARI.
The thick rear pillars on the SAFARI create noticeable blind spots when reversing.
Missing a parking camera on a vehicle with such massive blind spots feels like severe budget-cutting by MG.
Operating basic media without a digital display feels completely unacceptable in a modern MG.
Missing a sunroof is a massive letdown for buyers expecting the full luxury MG experience.
Missing key features like autonomous braking at this budget point is a glaring flaw compared to aggressively priced rivals.
Heavy build quality combined with petrol engines results in single-digit mileage figures that will definitely sting in daily traffic.
Forcing you to use the touchscreen for basic climate controls is highly distracting and frustrating on the move.

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