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Introduction:

The Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor is a multi utility vehicle, mid sized hatchback. This car is has highly productive features like the large storage space and also the styling of this car. The car is really a good option for a big family of 5-6 people. The car really makes sense if your usage is for those long drives and you need a good relaxing drive.

Exteriors:

Well, the exteriors are a mix of the earlier versions of Tata’s hatchbacks. Yes the front of the car has been really inspired from the Tata Indica. The car has very similar front look. Also the car has the same grille that the Indica incorporates. The car is strong and is made for off roads as well. The car has good sleek looks of a small hatchback and still its goes on to this protruding large hatchback at the rear end. It also has these nice tail lamps and a wide glass screen at the rear.

Interiors:

The interiors too are modern yet well suited for a family mid sized hatchback. This car really gives you all the look and feel of a compact sedan. The plastic overall though should completely improve. The steering wheel is all black in color as is the entire theme inside the car. The car is well constructed and designed from inside. The car is very comfortable and also the very roomy. You can almost spread your legs in the car during those long drives where you feel very stiff.

Performance:

The Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor is a diesel variant from the company. The car has an huge 1.4L Dicor engine. Direct Injection Common Rail engine technology is included in the engine. The car has a pretty good amount of 70 BHP of power which generates 4000 rpm and also gives 14.1 Kgm generating around 3000 rpm. The car really gives you a good amount of speed as we slowly ascend to the 5th gear. The car’s diesel engine is really an advantage to this hatchback. Being a proper hatchback instead of the conventional family car, this is has got good amount of steam in it. An appropriate DICOR engine giving an appropriate amount of energy and power is really quite effective on off roads as well. The Marina LX has a 5-speed manual transmission which results in a speedy engine which top speeds up to 150 kmph. Also the car puts in speed of 100 kmph in around 18 seconds. The car basically being a hatchback has a bit of extra kerb weight due to which the 18 seconds could be understood. The car is basically a well built sturdy drive and with this kind of speeds it really gets a bit more advantage. The car is lavish from inside and also provides many features. Now, about the drive; the car really sets up into higher speeds. But, the gear shift of the car is not so smooth, resulting in a very hard and tough drive. The car is superior in terms of the diesel engine, but refinement levels just need to improve a bit. The car lacks a bit in acceleration and also the car lacks safety features.

Overview:

The Indigo Marina LX has the new Dicor engine which has a really fuel efficient engine. The car offers a great mileage of around 13 kmpl in the city while it goes up a good amount up to 16 kmpl while traveling longer distances. But the major thing is its multi purpose usability. The car is really a great option if you want a good sturdy engine and also a car which offers ample space in the boot as well as for its passengers. The car is very productive and also gives many important features as well. The car has this long boot space to fill up all your important baggage. The car is priced at just above 5, 72,000 INR which is an Ex-showroom price Delhi. This price varies as per the city. The on road price would be around 6, 00,000 INR approximately.

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Standard Features

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

Available Colors of Tata Indigo Marina LX

• Mint White
• Carbon Black
• Arctic Silver
• Champagne Swirl
• Citadel Grey
• Venetian Blue

Technical Specification of Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Engine

• Engine Type - In-Line Engine
• Engine Description - 1.4L 70bhp DiCOR (Direct Injection Common Rail) w/ VGT
• Engine Displacement(cc) - 1396
• No. of Cylinders - 4
• Maximum Power - 70@4,000 (PS@rpm)
• Maximum Torque - 14.1@1,800-3,000 (kgm@rpm)
• Valves Per Cylinder - 4
• Valve Configuration - DOHC
• Fuel Supply System - CRDI
• Bore x Stroke - 75 x 79.5 mm
• Compression Ratio - 21:01
• Turbo Charger - Yes
• Super Charger - No

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Transmission

• Transmission Type - Manual
• Gear box - 5 Speed

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Suspension System

• Front Suspension
• Independent
• Lower wishbone
• McPherson strut
• Anti-roll bar
• Rear Suspension
• Independent 3-link McPherson Strut
• Anti-roll bar
• Shock Absorbers Type - Gas Filled

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Steering

• Steering Type - Power
• Steering Column - Collapsible
• Steering Gear Type - Rack & Pinion
• Turning Radius (wheel base) - 5.0 m

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Brake System

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

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Performance

• Top Speed - 144 kmph
• Acceleration (0-100 kmph) - 18.5 seconds

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Fuel

• Mileage-City (kmpl) - 12.8
• Mileage-Highway (kmpl) - 16.5
• Fuel Type - Diesel
• Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) - 42
• Emission Norm Compliance - Bharat Stage III

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Tyres

• Tyre Size - 175/65 R14
• Tyre Type - Radial

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Other Specifications

• Seating Capacity - 5
• No of Doors - 5

Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Payload & Towing

• Cargo Volume - 670 litres

General Tata Indigo Marina LX Dicor Car Details

• Country of Assembly - India
• Country of Manufacture - India
• Warranty Time - 1 1/2 years
• Warranty Distance - Unlimited kms