New Tata Sumo Gold
| ||||||||
| ||||||||
Highlights
Pros
Cons
- Tinted window glasses.
- Spare wheel accommodated below the cabin.
- Disc and Rear-Drum brakes.
- Spacious Interiors. Accommodates 7-9 adults.
- Ample stowage space .
- Door ajar warning, key less entry and seat belts with warning.
- Does not feature EBD and ABS.
Overview
Tata Sumo Gold, The all new and most powerful SUV in its category has been launched by Tata Motors Ltd in November 2011. The SUV, targeted at the young and progressive generation, has been imparted with greater power and torque, smooth power delivery and quick acceleration while remaining fuel efficient. Sumo Gold is all set to storm the market with its sheer power and reliability.
Tata Motors Ltd has been renowned for its wide range of cars, fulfilling the needs of different categories of customers. The company has launched highly successful models including the Indica along with making headlines and setting records for launching the least expensive car in the world, the Nano. The all new Tata Sumo Gold is the outcome of an extensive research and customer studies along with rigorous field tests. The SUV has been designed to fulfill the various requirements of the new generation customers.
Sumo Gold is currently available in two engine options and four variants. The engine options include the BS-IV compliant CR4 Turbo motor and the BS3 compliant Di Turbo engine. The four variants of the car which include Tata Sumo Gold CX, LX, EX and GX, ensure that the various requirements of customers are fulfilled while meeting the emission norms.
Powertrain & Performance
Tata Sumo Gold offers excellent power and torque to ensure excellent pickup and power. The SUV has a spectacular pick up and can glide smoothly even on rugged Indian terrains. The car offers a choice of two engine options.
The first option is a turbo charged and intercooled BS-IV compliant 2,956cc engine which produces 84 bhp of power @3,000 rpm and 250 Nm of Torque @1,600 to 2,000 rpm. The car can sprint from 0-60 kmph in 9.3 seconds and from 0-100 kmph in 27.6 seconds. The engine has been designed to be the best in class power for enhanced driving pleasure. The torque has been designed for excellent pulling power and reduced gear shifts.
The second option is a BS 3 compliant 2,956 cc Di Turbo engine which produces 69bhp of power @ 3,000 rpm along with 223 Nm of torque @ 1,600 to 2,200 rpm. The car can sprint from 0-60 kmph in 11.7 seconds and from 0-100 kmph in 34.5 seconds. This engine has been designed for excellent pick up and drivability in city traffic conditions.
The CR4 Turbo diesel engine delivers an exceptional mileage of 14.7 kmpl while the Di Turbo diesel engine provides a mileage of 14.3 kmpl.
Build & Styling
Tata Motors has built the Tata Sumo Gold to be a stronger version of its predecessor. The new version of the SUV has been built with a visually appealing tough masculine exterior. The front end of the car features a headlight with a new design. The Tata Logo is adorned with a black mesh and a long body coloured grille which is a refreshing new alteration in the design. The grille features a thin chrome plate which runs along its length, joining the two headlamp panels on which the words GOLD are etched. The logo design seems to be inspired by that of the Land Rover. The fog lamps in the front and rear portions ensure the safety of passengers while the stylish wheel caps yield buoyancy to the exterior. The side profile of the SUV is adorned with graphics which give a sporty appearance. The tinted window glasses along with body coloured door handles gives the car a luxurious appeal. The new car accomodates the spare wheel below the cabin, ensuring that it does not hang out on the fifth door.
The wheels of the car along with radial tyres offer a higher ground clearance of 190 mm and contribute in a smooth and swift ride.
The interiors of the new Sumo Gold is equipped to give a very comfortable and relaxed ride, accommodating 7-9 adults with ease. The spacious interiors offer ample head and legroom along with good shoulder space. One can stow a lot of luggage in the rear portion and also in between the seats. The music system includes an AUX-in socket while the engine immobilizer and AC vents are evenly distributed in the SUV, ensuring the comfort of all the passengers. The cup holders are featured on the lid of the glove box, giving a nice and sophisticated appearance.
The leather wrapped steering wheels along with hydraulic clutch empower the driver with total control over the vehicle while the anti glare rear view mirror allows a clearer view. The instrument panel includes a trip odometer, tachometer, low fuel indicator with a clock to make sure that the car is safe and filled with luxurious features.
Suspension in case of both the variants are advanced and sophisticated double wishbone type with coil springs and antiroll bar in both the front and rear portions. The suspension is far more superior to the Mc Pherson Struts, adding to the superior driving dynamics while reducing tyre wear.
Safety Features
The safety features of the new Tata Sumo Gold include new fog lamps, door ajar warning, key less entry and seat belts with warnings and anti glare rear view mirrors. A surprising thing is that EBD and ABS features are missing in a car of its class and stature. The car features Disc and Rear-Drum brakes for both the variants. All the four variants feature side intrusion beams on all the doors and Rear High Mount Stop Lamps while the power windows and engine immobilizer feature comes as standard only in the GX model with a provision to provide the same in the other models.
Model