Tata Safari Storme – User’s Asked Questions

    Tata Safari Strome -FAQ
    Tata Safari Strome -FAQ

    1. What is the current status of Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Motors launched Storme in 1998 which got updates in 2007 as Safari DICOR and Safari Storme in 2012 at auto expo. Tata has launched the facelift of Safari Storme on 2nd June 2015 with minor changes and now come up with powerful version of the SUV named as VARICOR 400.

    2. In which category Tata Safari Storme falls?

    Tata Safari Storme falls under SUV category.

    3. How many types of fuel units are available in Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Safari Strome is available with one fuel unit i.e. Diesel and equipped with 2.2L VARICOR diesel mill delivering two different outputs.

    4. The available color options for Tata Safari Storme are?

    Tata Safari Storme is available in five classy colors- Urban Bronze, Pearl White, Astern Black, Arctic White and Arctic Silver.

    5. Is there an automatic transmission in Tata Safari Storme?

    No, Tata Safari Storme is not available with an automatic transmission; it is equipped with five or six speed manual gearbox only.   

    6. What are the specifications of engine equipped in Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Safari Storme Diesel (LX, EX, VX)
    Engine Type: 4-cyl, 16V, 2.2L VTT VARICOR engine
    Engine Size: 2179cc
    Max Power: 148bhp@4000rpm
    Max Torque: 320Nm@1700-2700rpm
    Transmission: 5 speed Manual Transmission (MT)
    Wheel-Drive RWD
    Tata Safari Storme Diesel (VX)
    Engine Type: 4-cyl, 16V, 2.2L VTT VARICOR 400 engine
    Engine Size: 2179cc
    Max Power: 155bhp@4000rpm
    Max Torque: 400Nm@1700-2700rpm
    Transmission: 6 speed Manual Transmission (MT)
    Wheel-Drive RWD/AWD

    7. The Exact price tag of Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Safari Storme Pricing (ex-showroom Delhi):
    Diesel Variants: Price (INR)
    Tata Safari Storme  LX Refreshed Rs. 9,99,010 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  EX Refreshed Rs. 11,67,910 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX Refreshed Rs. 13,10,413 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX (400NM) Rs. 13,25,530 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX Refreshed AWD Rs. 14,43,413 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX (400NM) Rs. 14,59,952 lakh

    8. Please inform about the on-road price of Tata Safari Storme.

    Tata Safari Storme (On road Pricing Delhi):
    Tata Safari Storme Pricing (ex-showroom Delhi):
    Diesel Variants: Price (INR)
    Tata Safari Storme  LX Refreshed Rs. 11,73,141 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  EX Refreshed Rs. 14,06,565 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX Refreshed Rs. 15,71,881 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX (400NM) Rs. 15,50,893 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX Refreshed AWD Rs. 17,26,206 lakh
    Tata Safari Storme  VX (400NM) Rs. 17,07,763 lakh

    9. Can I get the width of tyres fixed in Tata Safari Storme?

    Front – 235/70 R16 (Tubeless)
    Rear- 235/70 R16 (Tubeless)

    10. What type of suspension system fixed in Tata Safari Storme?

    Front: Double wishbone type with coil spring over absorber

    Rear:  Coil spring type 5 link rigid axle suspension

    11. Is cruise control available in it?

    No, there is no cruise control available in Tata Safari Storme.

    12. Which safety features Tata Safari Storme has?

    As far as safety is concerned, the top variants of the SUV is loaded with number of features like dual airbags for driver and front passengers, reverse parking sensors with display assistance on screen ABS 8.1 (anti-lock braking system) with EBD (electronic braking distribution), engine immobilizer, anti-glare rear view mirror, seat belt unfastened warning, door open warning, crumple zones, clear lens front fog lamps, central locking with flip key, side impact bars, all disc brakes for VX and EX variants and LX gets Drum brakes.

    13. What is the acceleration and top speed of Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Safari Storme VARICOR 320 takes 14 seconds to reach 0-100 km with the limited top speed of 195 km/hr while VARICOR 400 makes 0-100 sprint just 12.4 seconds which is tad faster than Fortuner and XUV500.

    14. Seating capacity of Tata Safari Storme is?

    Tata Safari Storme EX and VX variants get seven a seater configuration while the base LX variant is a five seater.

    15. What is the boot capacity of Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Safari Storme has a massive boot capacity of 981 liters with last row folded.

    16. What common & unique interior features Tata Safari Storme get?

    Tata Safari Storme comes equipped with some decent features like new Harmon sourced six speakers infotainment system with bluetooth, I-Pod, Aux-in, Radio and USB, cabin gets all black theme with silver inserts while LX gets Sandstone beige interiors, new zest inspired steering wheel, illuminated glove box, puddle lamps on all four doors, three way lumbar support for front seats, 60:40 spilt for the 2nd row, HVAC (heating, Ventilation and AC), armrest for driver and front passenger, electronic shift on fly system, approach lights etc. However, the touchscreen infotainment system should be provided by Tata motors.

     17. Please tell the mileage figure of Tata Safari Storme – ARAI-certified, highway and city-road?

    Engine type ARAI/KMPL (Highway) KMPL (City)
    Tata Safari Storme Diesel 14.1 11.3
    Tata Safari Storme Diesel 400 VARICOR 13.9 10.8

    18. In Indian car market, which are the main competitors of this model?

    Tata Safari Storme takes on Mahindra Scorpio, Renault duster and Nissan Terrano in the country.

    19. How much costly is the maintenance of Tata Safari Storme?

    Tata Safari Storme Diesel Cars Maintenance Cost Details
    Service KM Month Free/Paid Price(Rs.)
    1 1000 3 Free 0
    2 5000 6 Free 0
    3 15000 12 Free 4525
    4 30000 24 Free 5875
    5 45000 36 Paid 7375
    6 60000 48 Paid 9520
    7 75000 60 Paid 5425
    8 90000 72 Paid 9625
    6 Years  Rs. 42,345
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