Auto India, Car India

Introduction:

Tata V2 GLE LPG is the basic variant of the Tata Indica family. This car boasts of a dual fuel injection mode. The car is present to you two fuel resources, 1) Petrol and 2) Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG). The car is a great way to take care of the carbon emission norms and also in effect, the environment friendly cause.

Exteriors:

The car showcases strong & tough body which is made especially for Indian conditions. The car is very sleek and aerodynamic in the front. The nice sleek headlamps add to the attractive face of the Indica. The rear has these long tail lamps which make the car very trendy.

The Tata Indica V2 Xeta GLE has the following exteriors:

• New Clear Lens Headlamps
• New Clear Lens Tail-lamps
• Clear Lens Side Repeater Lamps
• Wheel Arch Flares
• Sill Valence Covers
• Chrome-Plated Strip on Hood
• Stylish Front Grille
• Chrome lining
• Body Colored Bumpers
• Half Wheel Covers
• Door Rub Rails
• ORVM

Interiors:

The car possesses very cozy and comfy interiors. The car is roomy from inside. Head room, leg room is ample on offer. It has a fully equipped dashboard, with integrated climate control, an optional music system which is not part of the system which is a bit disappointing. The car also gives the buyers plenty of volume behind in the boot area. Although much of it sis used for the LPG kit installed by the company. The steering wheel is a 4 spokes wheel giving it a modern feel to the driver. The car is has ample space to store many small valuables. Lamps in the rear are added features.

List of added features in this variant is as follows:

• Power Steering
• Air Conditioning System
• Tinted Windshield
• Door and Tailgate Glass
• Electronic instrument cluster
• Digital Odometer
• 2 Trip Meter
• Light Intensity control
• Tachometer
• Digital Clock
• Cup Holders in Glove Compartment
• Variable Intermittent type Wiper
• Mobile Charger
• Cigarette Lighter

Performance:

The Tata Indica V2 LPG has the performance for sure. The car is configured to have a 1.2L capacity engine with a 62.5 bhp of power. The engine is the same as most of its variants. The car being an LPG variant, the car has two modes of fuel. The car gives you the option fo both petrol and LPG which is really a great feature. The car is just too good for a small family. It has great looking exteriors and also the interiors are not too bad. Rather the car boasts of a strong A/C which is the most important factor in the interiors of a car. Engine is a very speedy one, giving at the max 150 km per hour and also speeds up in seconds, rising to a 100 km per hour speed in just 16 seconds which is good. The car specifically is very economical, as the car manages to give a mileage of 12 km in city and around 15 or 16 on highways. But the crucial point is that it has the option of an LPG fuel injection system. So whenever your fuel tank is empty you can just adjust the knob inside the car in the driver’s cabin and you are off on LPG. LPG is highly economical and is an absolutely great way to conserve fuel and energy. But the engine lags a bit and does not give the same pick up while you are on LPG. The car drive otherwise has no drawbacks. All in all, this car offers a great way to save fuel and also make your drive enjoyable.

Overview:

Tata Indica V2 LPG is actually a great way to fight the growing financial hike. The LPG effect in the car has its certain negative points but overall if you consider, the car is very fuel efficient and thus very economical, as well as eco-friendly. The car gives you this dual fuel option. Tata has been quite successful with the entry of such a productive fuel saving engine. The power the drive being the same, this car is a great buy. The deal would fetch you for a price of around 3, 20,000 INR (ex-showroom).

Tata Indica is available with seven vibrant colors that are:

• Salsa Red
• Arctic Silver
• Mint White
• Arizona Ochre
• Cavern Grey
• Amazon Blue
• Carbon Black.

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Standard Features

• Air Conditioner - Y
• CD Player - N
• Anti-Lock Braking System - N
• Power Steering - Y
• Power Windows - N
• Leather Seats - N
• Central Locking - N

Technical Specification of Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Engine

• Engine Type - In-Line Engine
• Engine Description - 1.2L 62bhp
• 4 cylinder
• 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 @ 2,600 (Kgm at rpm)
• Valves Per Cylinder - 2
• Fuel Supply System - MPFI
• Turbo Charger - No
• Super Charger - No

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Transmission

• Transmission Type - Manual
• Gear box - 5 Speed

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Suspension System

• Front Suspension
• Independent
• Lower Wish Bone
• McPherson Strut
• Coil Spring
• Rear Suspension
• Independent
• Semi trailing arm
• Coil Spring mounted
• Shock absorber

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Steering

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

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Brake System

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

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Fuel

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

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Tyres

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

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Other Specifications

• Seating Capacity - 5
• No of Doors - 5

General Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Car Details

• Country of Assembly - India
• Country of Manufacture - India
• Introduction Date - 13-May-08

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG GLS Exterior Dimension

• Length - 3,690 mm
• Width - 1,665 mm
• Height - 1,485 mm
• Ground Clearance - 165 mm
• Wheel Base - 2,400 mm
• Kerb Weight - 1,065 kg