Even before all the commotion about the launch of the Tata nano, Tata has launched 3 new models – 2 new variants of their long running successful models Indigo and Indica and an all new Tata Sumo. They also showcased a new generation Indica and Xenon XT pickup truck which are to go on sale in the later part of 2008.

TATA Indigo CS (Compact Sedan)

Tata added another variant to their Indigo line-up, a shortened version called the Indigo CS. This sedan with a shortened boot manages to offer 400 litres of boot space and is offered with two engines – a 65 bhp 1.2-litre petrol from the Indica Xeta and a 70 bhp 1.4-litre turbo diesel from the Indigo V series. All of these make this car fit into the small car category and make it eligible for excise duty exemptions.

TATA Indica V2 DICOR

Another engine option has been added to the Indica line-up. Its the common rail 1.4-litre 70 bhp diesel unit thats offered in Indigo DICOR. This engine is much smoother with better torque and a more linear power delivery. Its priced at 4.25 lakhs (delhi ex-showroom).

New TATA Indica (X1) 2008

The all new completely redesigned Indica (codenamed X1) has been unveiled and will go on sale along with the current Indica lineup later this year. Dimensionally, this 2008 model X1 is 4.7 inches longer and 1.2 inches wider with a 70 mm longer wheelbase over the current Indica. The immediately visible details on this Euro style hatch are the bigger headlamps and the new grille. It also has a centrally mounted instrument cluster inside. This Indica X1 will be offered with two engines – a common rail 1.3 diesel (based on the Fiat’s engine in Swift diesel) and a 1.2-litre petrol with VVT.

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