Tata Safari’s 2.2l engine and the Scorpio’s upcoming 2.2 are probably the most anticipated and talked about engines in the country over the past year. Finally Tata beat Mahindra to it and launched the 2.2 litre dicor.
This new smaller 2.2L 16-valve DOHC engine produces 138 bhp (140 PS) at 4000 rpm and peak torque is at 320 Nm from 1700 through 2700 rpm. According to Tata this engine, more refined and made of modern alloys, is lighter and brings the new Safari’s 0-100 km/h time down to 15 seconds.
Variable Geometry Turbos are becoming more common with many companies going for these and Tata also rightfully opted for this (they labeled it VTT – Variable Turbine Technology). A VGT essentially reduces the turbo lag, adding some pep to otherwise sluggish diesel engine and grants a better power & torque spread across the rev range. Anybody who has driven a Verna diesel would understand this better.
On the exterior Safari 2.2 is pretty much the same except for a few changes, one of them being a new grille which a bit refreshing. Apart from this it also gets a different bumper grille and a redesigned spare wheel cover. With two new colours added (Cycus Grey & Mountain Green), 2.2 gets a total of nine colours to choose from.
DiCOR is offered in three variants LX, EX and VX with LX being the basic and VX the top. Some of the important features offered only on the top 2 variants are dual tone beige interiors, height adjustable driver’s seat and engine immobilizer. Airbags, ABS, leather seats and DVD MP3 system with LCD screens in the front seat headrests are exclusive on the VX variant. Here’s a detailed feature comparison.
4×4 version has an Limited Slip Differential (LSD) for serious off-roading purposes and can be opted only on EX and VX versions.
Bangalore ex-showroom prices:
4×2 version
Safari DICOR 2.2 LX: Rs. 7,27,001
Safari DICOR 2.2 EX: Rs. 8,48,117
Safari DICOR 2.2 VX: Rs. 10,38,074
4×4 version
Safari DICOR 2.2 EX: Rs. 9,37,566
Safari DICOR 2.2 VX: Rs. 11,31,727
fit and finish of this car is not good, i think they have to do rectify for that. she is too good in driving i try it once, if they do some rectifications then possibly this car will reach to the top of the market.her engine is too good.
hi prabhu! thanks for adding in the info. True… nothing has been done to improve those. But 2.2 has been received well and it seems sales are already up and I doubt if Tata will do anything to rectify them.
I really amused about the torque, refinement of this 2.2 ltr safari dicor. I felt this 2.2 ltr is quitter than scorpio and vibrations r well under control. Though quality of plastics r not upto the mark, but beige interiors r very shiny n healthy. steering is very light due to lighter engine and very pleasent to drive. Some time tested tata flaws r there which has to be rectified, no need to mention it, I think tata know them very well.
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Hats of to Tata ! Excellent car.
What a car , it’s our own Lexus !!!
too good….. super torque, superb pickup,
Tata the great.
my god !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a energy producing machine (ENGINE)in car,
i would be lucky to have this car in my house,
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I think dicore 3000 is more power full than this. Dicore 3 litre owned peoples are not going to love it.It is not comfortable than 3 liters.i have one old safari 1948 cc, i think my vehicle is more comfortable and powerful.
I LIKE THIS (VTT)MACHINE.THIS MACHINE IS BETTE THEN OLD & NEW 3LTR VERSON.
I think the safari dicor 2.2 is a great mechine,in these segment now safari is the leader.it is not a car a belivable friend in our life in any condition.
i have 2.2 it’s great i think safari is the king of all cars i love it!!!
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i jus love TATA SAFARI…..mwaaaaahhhhhhh
safari is my dream carr….its soo hot and sexyyy
amazing black car best for indian road n just a superb car ….
i have 3.0 litre. wat a great power in this engine!there is no compititor car for dis dicor
You shud have a chec on the new scorpio before buying Safari, that’s the main rival only but still from my side safari is a better option.
If the stepny is under the vehicle or inside the vehicle it is too good for rear view
I love Tata Safari………
hi,
i am owner of Safari 2.2, safari is really big and handsome.spacious and comfortable.”MAN”ly feel !!
safari is my dream car. I love Tata Safari
I jus love TATA SAFARI. safari is my dream car. I love Tata Safari
yeah!! finally after 1 year of discussion dad is finally buing it..can’t wait for 24th
What is the milage per litre of Diesel/Petrol?
i am using 2.2 dicor safari since last 2 years it’s just like INDIAN LION on road
I LOVE SAFARI, BECAUSE ITS JUST A LOVELY CAR
I Hate Tata Safari Because its a Bad Model, It is not a designer model and wants lot of maintanance and it has not good Milage…..
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what a car i like thinking power of producer$ enginers
i love it very much
want to gift it to my father very soon as posible
i am promise
to my self…… p.a.v (phelwaan ankit vishnoi)
After 6 months of research came to the conclsion that SAFARI is the best SUV in India. Classy style, reasonable milage (12kmpl is OK for an suv)powerful engine, head turner, not a taxi. I am going for it.
Tata is a brand name in car world. I love new Tata nano.
what a dreams car! ilove it
if you wanna by a car which is good looking and whose engine performance is also best then you have to by a TATA SAFARI .Bcoz it most workable car for any type of road.I think if you drive this car then you don’t like any other car.
TATA is GOOD
IN INDIA TATA IS ALL IN ALL
BUT TATA SAFARI IS BEST OF ALL
i love safari because it is very flexy vehicle for driving and seing
perfect car,but a lot maintainance
i love the car…
Saal 50 -60 Lakh ki car kahidi ho or uske pas SAFARI kahid ho na to bhi safari kya lagti hai yaar..!!
JABARDAST..
What a piece of shit! just like other TATA made lawn mowers….
It’s my dream to Purchase this TATA SAFARI.
not like it not good after when we used 3
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I LOVE SAFARI DICOR…..
life me ek achi safari ke liye to sirf ek tata safari
na jane kab milegi safari