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Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Review

Posted on December 30th 2010

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Introduction:

Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG is a car which has a LPG option for your petrol engine as well. The car is a base variant with not many tope end features in it. It doesn’t have power steering and power window. The car possesses the Bharat Stage IV emission norms.

Exteriors:

The exteriors of the Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG have been very stylized according the present age models of cars. The aerodynamic design is very good and the car is also a tough make. The car is well suited for Indian conditions and the overall body is very dynamic and well structured. The rear side of the car has these nice elongated tail lamps that make it look very modern. The car comes in a version which has its bumper colored in the same car color, making the car more attractive. The cars bonnet is inclined with the grille showcasing the TATA symbol.

Interiors:

The interiors of the car are very well designed as well. The single black monotone inside the car makes gives the car a good feel. The car has this 4 spoke steering wheel and has the enhanced console with its tachometer and speedometer placed perfectly in the front of the driver. The car is gives ample amount of head space and has a comfortable leg room as well. Sitting behind, the rear also appears roomy and 3 people having average size can seat pretty comfortably. This being the LPG version, the boot space is nearly taken by the LPG kit, so not much boot space remains for your luggage and baggage. A/C vents are also properly spaced out to give you all the relief while driving in hot weather.

Performance:

Indica V2 Xeta LPG BS IV is a performance oriented car. The car is a very practical car with respect to fuel efficiency. Taking a peek at its engine, this car has 1.2L displacement with a 62 Bhp of power. This petrol engine produces a torque of 10.2 Kgm at 2600 rpm which is quite similar to contemporary car in this segment. The car produces great speed and the 32-bit microprocessor does its job quite well. The car has all the features that make this a very desirable family car. The car nicely speeds up to a decent 150 kmph. The more interesting part of this car is its mileage. The car promises a good 12 kmpl in city awhile it goes up to 16 on your long drives. The car has all the interiors lined up for your comfortable and relaxing drive. The suspension system is a bit dorky. The car has a powerful AC and keeps ti cool through out the car. Coming to the drive the car has the petrol engine which provides with a good enough pick up and also drives well in the zigzags. The car takes a toll if you are driving on the off roads. The car handling is good and satisfactory. The car also shows good amount of control at high speeds.
This car truly is a great option if you are thinking to buy a nice compact version of a family car.

Overview:

The Tata Indica V2 was launched in to compete with the likes of a Hyundai Santro. Being an Indian car, Tata motors have made this car adapt able to Indian tough conditions. The engine is tough and refined, to give you an optimum performance. The car deals with a number of accessories that are not there in other cars priced in the same range. The car also provides with Bharat Stage IV norms that is absolutely important with respect to the environmental aspects. This car has been placed in the range of 3, 20,000 INR (ex-showroom Delhi). It also gives you quite a lot with the features and mainly it gives you no problem for long periods. But the drawback of this car being its not so fluent drive, many would consider, its spares and maintenance cost to be high and which not all false. You would experience a high maintenance cost on this car. But still you would not regret this buy for at least 20,000 odd Km or even more if you have a consistent usage of this car.

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Technical Specification Of Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Engine

  • Engine Type - In-Line Engine
  • Engine Description - 1.2L 62bhp 4 cyl. In-line w/ 32-bit microprocessor
  • Engine Displacement(cc) - 1193
  • No. of Cylinders - 4
  • Maximum Power - 62 at 5,000 (PS at rpm)
  • Maximum Torque - 10.2 at 2,600 (kgm at rpm)
  • Valves Per Cylinder - 2
  • Fuel Supply System - MPFI
  • Turbo Charger - No
  • Super Charger - No

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Transmission

  • Transmission Type - Manual
  • Gear box - 6 Speed
  • Drive Type - FWD

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Suspension System

  • Front Suspension - Independent, Lower Wish Bone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
  • Rear Suspension - Independent, Semi trailing arm with Coil Spring mounted on shock absorber

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Steering

  • Steering Type - Manual
  • Steering Column - Collapsible
  • Steering Gear Type - Rack & Pinion
  • Turning Radius (wheel base) - 4.9 mm

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Brake System

  • Front Brake Type - Disc
  • Rear Brake Type - Drum

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Fuel

  • Mileage-City (kmpl) - 12.1
  • Mileage-Highway (kmpl) - 15.3
  • Fuel Type - Petrol
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) - 30
  • Emission Norm Compliance - Bharat Stage IV

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Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Tyres

  • Tyre Size - 165/65 R 13
  • Tyre Type - Radial

Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Other Specifications

  • Seating Capacity - 5
  • No of Doors - 5

General Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE LPG BS IV Car Details

  • Country of Assembly - India
  • Country of Manufacture - India
  • Discontinuation Date - 2025-01-01
  • Introduction Date - 2010-08-01

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