Tata Indica V2 2001-2011 eXeta eGLX

Indica V2 2001-2011 eXeta eGLX Review

One of the oldest and largest automotive makers in the Indian market is the globally renowned Tata Motor Group. This company is owner to a few international car brands as well and has a formidable fleet of vehicles in the country. Their highly acclaimed fleet of cars includes some of the most formidable and masculine SUVs, impressive sedans and also compact yet spacious hatchbacks as well. All their vehicles are doing very well in the car market, since the time they were introduced in the country. One such impressive hatchback is the Tata Indica EV2, which was first launched in year 2011 and has been one of the top selling hatchbacks in the country. The Tata Indica series of hatchbacks have been known for their fuel efficient engine along with remarkable exteriors and lavish insides along with comfortable space to accommodate five passengers with ease. The company has recently launched the refreshed all new Indica EV2, which has been integrated with some extra new convenience features. There have been some attractive changes to the exteriors of this new Tata Indica EV2 as well, which will undoubtedly tempt the customers into buying it. Some of these new additions to this refreshed Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX are a set of newly designed head lamps, a new front grille with chrome treatment, a sporty rear spoiler and many more such impressive features. This refreshed all new Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX has been fitted with a Bharat Stage–IV compliant petrol mill, which has the capacity to displace 1193cc. This power train is renowned to be highly fuel efficient and one of the most performance packed motor in its segment. The interiors of this hatchback has also been done up very tastefully and some new features have also been included such as all four power windows, Bluetooth connectivity to pair phones, the highly acclaimed Blaupunkt audio system with speakers and many more such thrilling features, which will certainly amaze the buyers.

Exteriors

This all new Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX has been given some very impressive exterior changes, which will surely make it look distinctive from the other variants of the Tata Indica model lineup. To begin with, it has a body colored bumper that has been equipped with a set of bright fog lamps, a newly designed head lamp cluster and also a smart front radiator grille with a thick chrome strip. The head lamp cluster design is brand new and it has been fitted with high intensity motorized clear lens head lights along with clear lens side blinker lamps. The front wind screen is quite large and is made up of toughened glass, which has been fitted with a couple of intermittent front wipers. The side profile has body colored door handles and external rear view mirrors with a sleek chrome strip, which can be manually adjusted from inside. The neatly carved wheel arches have been fitted with an exclusive set of light alloy wheels, which are equipped with robust tubeless radial tyres of size 165/65 R14, which have an advanced road grip. The rear end is also very stylish with a bright tail lamp cluster and a prominent logo of the company, which is embossed on the boot lid. The rear bumper is also in body color and has a pair of fog lamps as well. Then there is also a sporty rear spoiler that makes this hatchback look energetic along with stylish decals, which further add to the elegance of this wonderful hatchback.

Interiors

The company has done some impressive changes to the insides of this Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX. This latest hatchback has been bestowed with totally new shadow beige interiors along with high class premium wooden finish on the central console. The seating arrangement is very comfy and this sizeable hatchback can take in five people comfortably and give them proper leg room along with shoulder and head space. The seats are covered in premium fabric upholstery, which are making this new Tata Indica EV2 look sophisticated and urbane. There are quite a few storage spaces as well in this hatchback, such as bottle and cup holders along with magazine and map pockets in the front doors as well as between the front seats. There is also a large glove box to accommodate a few bigger things as well. There is a front cabin light that has spot lamps in it for brighter visibility in the dark for the occupants. This new Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX also gets a new four spoke steering wheel, which is wrapped in leather along with the gear lever as well as the hand brake that further adds to the stylishness of this latest entrant.

Engine and Performance

This all new refreshed Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX has been equipped with a 1.2 L petrol mill, which has four cylinders. This powerful engine is complaint with all the norms of Bharat Stage IV, which makes it one of the superior hatchbacks in its segment. This low emission generating power train can displace about 1193cc and has been integrated with a multi point fuel injection (MPFi) fuel supply system, which helps in improving the mileage of this impressive Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX. This performance packed drive train has the capacity to generate a peak power output of 63.99 Bhp at 5000 Rpm in combination with a maximum torque yield of 99.8 Nm at 2700 Rpm. This impressive and highly acclaimed power plant has been skillfully mated with a five speed manual transmission gear box. The fuel tank capacity of this latest hatchback is approximately around 37 litres, which is quite good even for longer drives.

Braking and Handling

Tata Motors has equipped this newest entrant with a strong and sturdy suspension system along with a powerful and efficient braking mechanism, which will keep the occupants as well as the new Indica EV2 very stable and safe. The front wheels of this refreshed hatchback has been fitted with a proficient set of disc brakes, while the rear wheels are equipped with competent drum brakes, which help in efficient braking and better control. On the other hand the front axle of this new refreshed Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX has been incorporated with an independent, Wishbone Type McPherson Strut that also has an Antiroll Bar. Whereas the company has given the rear axle of this new Indica EV2 a semi trailing arm along with a coil spring, which is mounted on hydraulic shock absorbers. Both these systems put together ensure that this hatchback is well balanced and under efficient control of the driver.

Safety Features

The refreshed Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX  has been equipped with some very essential safety features, which will assist in keeping the occupants as well as the hatchback safe. The list includes central locking along with a remote keyless entry, child safety locks on the rear doors for added protection of the children. Then there is a high mounted stop lamp above the rear wind screen, which helps in making this hatchback visible to the other cars from behind from a distance. All the seats have been given seat belts for added safety along with three point ELR (emergency locking retractor) equipped seat belts for the driver as well as the front co-passenger. This refreshed Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX also has a power steering with a collapsible steering column for added protection of the driver.

Comfort Feature

The company has equipped this latest Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX  with quite a number of convenience and practical features, which add to the comfort of all the occupants. This trim has been given more than a few such features, which are an advanced music system with two speakers that has a MP3-CD playback along with FM Radio. This powerful music system also has Bluetooth connectivity along with USB and Aux-in input as well. A digital clock, a power steering that can be customized according to the convenience of the driver. A powerful HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) unit that cools the entire cabin space very quickly to give all the passengers a comfortable and pleasant driving experience. This refreshed Tata Indica eV2 eXeta eGLX also gets a front power outlet for charging mobiles, all four power windows, a 60:40 flip flop foldable rear seat for getting in extra luggage, fixed lumbar support for the front seats along with 2-way adjustable head rests for both the front seats. This hatchback also gets a remote operated opening of the fuel lid as well as the boot lid and also a parcel shelf, which adds to the utility of the passengers.

Pros 

Impressive external and interior features, powerful engine with good pickup, very competitively priced.

Cons

Space limitation in the back seat for taller people, some more advanced features can be added to spice it up.