After getting spotted on several previous occasions,
the upcoming Tata Buzzard (7-seat Tata Harrier) has been spotted doing rounds
on the public roads yet again. The latest set of spy images also partially
reveal the interior of the SUV.
For the uninitiated, the Tata Buzzard is the longer
version of the Tata Harrier and debuted at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. It looks
highly similar to its donor model. Though the design of its front fascia is
going to mimic that of Harrier's, the differences will start to appear from the
behind the C-pillar, and that's because the rear section has been stretched to
accommodate the third row of seats. To add more space, the company decided to
do away by stretching the rear overhang, but not the wheelbase. Also what's
worth noticing is its stepped roof, upright tailgate with a roof spoiler and
tweaked tail lamp design which differentiates it from the Harrier.
Inside, the spy shots reveal that the Buzzard is set
to carry over the majority of the cabin from the Harrier. The most noticeable
bit is the same large floating infotainment display, steering wheel, dashboard
layout and rectangular AC vents. Though not visible, but the dual clock
instrument panel with centrally placed MID is also expected to remain the same.
Other than this, what's worth noticing is the use of automatic gear lever which
hints at the test unit using the earlier reported 6-speed automatic gearbox.
In terms of dimensions, the Tata Buzzard measures
4,661 mm (+63 mm) in length, 1,894 mm in width and 1,786 mm (+80 mm) in height.
It will make use of larger 18-inch wheels (optional) which will complement its
beefier looks. As for the mechanicals, the Tata Buzzard will get a peppier version
of the 2.0-litre Kryotec turbo-diesel engine which is known to deliver 170 PS
power output and 350 Nm of peak torque. The engine will work with either a
standard 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 6-speed automatic
transmission.
The Tata Buzzard will go on sale in early 2019 and
is expected to be priced from around INR 15 lakh (ex-showroom).
