Tata Tiago Sport
According to Autocar India, Tata Motors
has shelved plans of introducing the Tata Bolt Sport this year, as sales of the
regular Bolt has not met expectations. Given that the manufacturer is still
interested in entering the nascent hot-hatch segment, Tata is reported to
introduce a hotter version of the more popular Tata Tiago instead.
The engine under the hood will
reportedly be a turbocharged version of the 1.2L three cylinder Revotron
instead of the 1.2-Liter four cylinder turbo engine from the Bolt Sport that makes
110 PS @ 5,500 rpm and 170 Nm.
The turbo engine in the Tiago Sport is
rumored to produce over 120 hp which, taking the 1080 kg kerb weight into
consideration, should make for a sprightly hatchback. It will be paired to a 5-speed
manual gearbox as standard.
To differentiate from the regular Tiago
Revotron, it is likely to feature a sportier bodykit, different alloy rims and
a larger exhaust pipe, while the suspension could be lowered and stiffened for
better handling characteristics. The interior could also follow the performance
theme, with aluminum race pedals, new trim options and fabric upholstery with
contrast stitching.
