| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type The number of cylinders that make up the engine and the way they are arranged within it. The common forms of arrangement are In-Line, V-Type and Flat engines. |
TCIC Diesel Engine |
| Engine Description | 3.0-litre 69.01bhp 16V TCIC Diesel Engine |
| Engine Displacement(cc) The maximum amount of fuel that the engine can burn in one complete cycle of all the cylinders together. |
2956 |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 |
| Maximum Power The amount of work the engine can do over a period of time. It is measured in Horsepower. One Horsepower is equal to the energy needed to lift 550 pounds at a height of one foot for one second. 1 PS=1.01387 bhp |
69.01bhp@3000rpm |
| Maximum Torque The maximum power output the engine can produce over a particular range of speed. |
223Nm@1600-2200rpm |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration The system of valves that lets the fuel charges in and lets the exhaust gases out. |
DOHC |
| Fuel Supply System The system that delivers fuel to the engine as per its needs. |
Direct Injection |
| Bore x Stroke Diameter of the piston STROKE- distance the piston moves from top to bottom. |
- |
| Compression Ratio Ratio of the volume of cylinder when the piston is at the bottom of its rotation (X), to the volume of the cylinder when it is at the top of its rotation (Y). Mathematically it is expressed as X/Y: 1. It is used to measure performance of the engine. |
- |
| Turbo Charger A compressor used in engine to increase its power output by increasing the mass of air and fuel entering the engine. They offer a considerable increase in engine power with only a slight increase in weight. Turbochargers work better on Diesel engines. |
Yes |
| Super Charger A compressor used to pump fuel-air mixture under pressure into the engine to improve its efficiency and thus increase its output power. |
No |
| Transmission | |
|---|---|
| Transmission Type The mechanism by which power is transmitted from the engine to the wheels. Transmission type could be Manual,Automatic, Continuously Variable Transmission, or Semi-Automatic. |
Manual |
| Gear box | 5 Speed |
| Drive Type This refers to the wheel(s) that are driven by the entire moving part of the car Engine, clutch, transmission, driveshaft, differential, axles, etc. |
RWD |
| Overdrive A device used to reduce the power required to maintain driving speed in a specific range thus helping the vehicle reduce fuel consumption, engine noise and engine wear. |
- |
| Synchronizers | - |
| Clutch Type | - |
| Suspension system | |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shockers, joints, etc., that connect the vehicle to its wheels. The suspension system helps absorb the shock of bumps on the road and keep the wheels in constant contact with the road, thereby improving control and traction. |
Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shockers, joints, etc., that connect the vehicle to its wheels. The suspension system helps absorb the shock of bumps on the road and keep the wheels in constant contact with the road, thereby improving control and traction. |
Parabolic Leaf Spring |
| ShockAbsorbers Type | - |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Steering Type Steering type implies how the collection of rod,levers etc. connected to the front wheels of a vehicle, make the vehicle turn in the direction desired by the driver. It is either manually done or power driven. |
Power |
| Steering Column | - |
| Steering Gear Type The mechanism by which the rotary motion of the steering wheel is converted to straight line motion required to move a car. |
Power |
| Turning Radius (wheel base) The diameter of the circle created by the outer front wheel when the vehicle takes a full turn. The lower the Turning Radius the lesser the space the car requires to make a turn. |
5.0 meters |
| Brake system | |
|---|---|
| Front Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed | 146 Kmph |
| Acceleration (0-100 kmph) | 27 Seconds |
| Drag Coefficient It is a number that defines the air resistance on the forward movement of the vehicle. The lower the coefficient the smoother is the movement of the car at high speeds. |
- |
| BrakingTime | - |
| Fuel | |
|---|---|
| Mileage (ARAI) kmpl | 14.07 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Liters) | 65 |
| Tyres | |
|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless |
| Wheel Size | 15 Inch |
| Alloy Wheel Size | - |
| Other specifications | |
|---|---|
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| No of Doors | 5 |
| No of Floors | - |
| Payload & Towing | |
|---|---|
| Cargo Volume | 527-litres |
| Car details | |
|---|---|
| Country of Assembly | India |
| Country of Manufacture | India |
| Warranty Time Warranty (distance) or Warranty (years) which ever comes first. |
3 Years |
| Warranty Distance Warranty (distance) or Warranty (years) which ever comes first. |
100000 Kms |
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Transmission | Manual |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Interior | Interior Colour Scheme(Black & Linen) Stylized Instrument Cluster With Chrome Ring New Facia Switches Fabric Door Trim Stylish Gear Shift Knob New Door Pull Handle |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Exterior | Exterior Body Graphics Stylished New Wheel Cap Stylished Front Grill (Body Colour) Front & Rear Bumper Body Colour Body Colour Outer Handle Stylish Clear Lens Head Lamp Wood Finish Centre Console |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Suspension System | |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Steering | Power |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Tyres | Tubeless Tyres |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Engine | 3.0-litre TCIC Diesel Engine |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Comfort & Convenience | Heater System Soft Feel Steering Wheel Front Door Pad With Magazine Pocket & Bottle Holder Floor Console With Hand Brake Spare Wheel Below Floor Mobile Holder |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Fuel | Diesel |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Brake System | Fr:Disc;Rr:Drum |
| Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII Saftey | Side Intrusion Beam On All Doors Rear High Mount Stop Lamp |
| City | Ex-showroom Price |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | Rs 7.47 - 8.92 Lakh* |
| Mumbai | Rs 7.38 - 8.76 Lakh* |
| Bangalore | Rs 7.41 - 8.8 Lakh* |
| Chennai | Rs 7.31 - 8.68 Lakh* |
| Hyderabad | Rs 7.2 - 8.6 Lakh* |
| Pune | Rs 7.34 - 8.72 Lakh* |
| Kolkata | Rs 7.61 - 9.04 Lakh* |
| Kochi | Rs 7.63 - 9.07 Lakh* |
| Exterior dimension | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4258mm |
| Width | 1700 mm |
| Height | 1925mm |
| Ground Clearance | 182mm |
| Ground Clearance Unladen |
-
|
| Wheel Base | 2425mm |
| Front Tread Front tread is the distance between the center of the left front wheel and the center of the right front wheel. |
- |
| Rear Tread Rear tread is the distance between the center of the left rear wheel and the center of the right rear wheel. |
- |
| Kerb Weight | - |
| Gross Weight Gross weight is the total weight of an automobile when fully loaded with passengers and/or cargo. The difference between Gross Weight and Kerb Weight is the total passenger and cargo weight capacity of the vehicle. It is also called Laden Weight. |
- |
| INTERIOR dimension | |
|---|---|
| Front Headroom | - |
| Front Legroom | - |
| Rear Headroom | - |
| Rear Legroom | - |
The renowned Tata Motor Group though specializes in heavy commercial vehicles like buses and trucks, but at the same time, the company is doing wonders in passenger vehicle segment as well for many years now. Its most successful sport utility vehicle model, Tata Sumo Gold is one of the the most admired vehicle prevalent on the Indian roads. The company has recently launched the facelifted Tata Sumo Gold model lineup for the Indian customers. This lineup is being offered with two diesel engine options, one of which is compliant with BS-IV and the other is a BS-III motor. The company is offering this Tata Sumo Gold series in five variants of BS-IV engine and three trims which are equipped with BS-III engine. One of the mid level variant in this model series is the Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII , which is a widely accepted variant. This trim has 5 doors and the customers can choose from a seating capacity of 7 to 9 passengers as per their requirement. This Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII trim has one of the most powerful engine that is 3.0-litre TCIC (turbo charged inter cooler) based diesel engine with a displacement capacity of close to 2956cc that produces maximum power of 69bhp at 3000rpm in combination with a pounding maximum torque output of 223Nm at 1600 to 2200rpm. This engine has a manual five speed transmission (G-76-5/4.1with Overdrive) and a forward wheel drive. Apart from all this, the Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII also has a hydraulic clutch type, which is of about 240mm in diameter. It ensures a healthy fuel economy of 11.03 kmpl within the city and about 14.07 kmpl on highways.
It has a massive centrally mounted fuel tank, which has a capacity to store 65 litres of diesel in it. This turbo charged inter cooler based diesel mill has the ability to accelerate this Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII from 0 to 100Kmph within 17.6 seconds. Its exterior dimensions are also quite impressive with a overall length of about 4258mm in combination with a total width of 1700mm, which is rather spacious. The overall height of this newly launched SUV is close to 1925mm and this Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII has a roomy wheel base of close to 2425mm, which is quite good. This facelifted SUV has a minimum ground clearance of 190mm and its kerb weight is approximately more than 900kgs. This Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII version comes fitted with a robust set of steel wheels, which have been further equipped with radial tyres. This SUV has a minimum turning radius of close to 5.3 inches, which is pretty decent. All these and many more such aspects makes this Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII trim, one of the most admired and dependable variant in this new model series.
Exteriors:
This facelifted trims have been bestowed with bold exteriors, which have been further refined and are now looking sportier. The overall structure of this SUV is aerodynamic and very sturdy. This facelifted Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII trim is being offered in about four different exterior finish options for the customers to choose from. The list of these metallic finish options include Arctic Silver, Blazing Red, Twilight Grey and also a brilliant Porcelain White. All these exterior color options are in perfect harmony with its look and the nature of this facelifted SUV. The frontage of this SUV is more cultured that the earlier version with a chrome accentuated front grille, which is flanked by a large head lamp cluster. The front bumper is body colored and has a wide air dam in the center. The front wind screen is laminated and is equipped with a pair of intermittent wipers. The side profile has neatly carved wheel arches, which have been equipped with a set of sturdy 15 inch steel wheels, which are further covered with radial tyres of size 215/75 R 15. The door handles as well as the external wing mirrors are in body color. While the rear end has a large windshield, a body color bumper, the regular badging of the company and a tail pipe as well.
Interiors
This latest Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII has refreshing and eye-catching interiors. The seats are comfortable and are covered with premium upholstery, which will give a luxuriant feeling to the occupants. It is fitted with an electronic multi-tripmeter, plush fabric upholstery inside, a large glove box in the front, a digital clock and a digital odometer. Then the 3rd row seats are supported with grab handles for further helping the passengers.
Engine and Performance
This Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII has one of the most powerful diesel engine in it. This performance packed mill is a 3.0-litre , TCIC based diesel mill that can displace 2956cc that produces a maximum power of 69bhp at 3000rpm in combination with a pounding maximum torque output of 223Nm at 1600 to 2200rpm. This engine has a manual five speed transmission (G-76-5/4.1with Overdrive) and a forward wheel drive. It ensures fuel economy at 11.03 kmpl within the city and 14.07 kmpl on highways. It has a centrally mounted fuel tank, which has a capacity of storing 65 litres of diesel in it.
Braking and Handling
This facelifted Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII has its front wheels fitted with ventilated disc brakes , while the rear wheels are equipped with solid drum brake, which adjusts automatically and ensures a stable driving experience for the passengers. On the other hand, the front axle of this facelifted SUV has been bestowed with a double wishbone type of a mechanism with coil springs and a anti roll bar. Whereas, the rear suspension is fitted with the similar double wishbone with coil springs that offers a trouble free driving comfort.
Safety Features
The company has given this SUV some standard safety features. The list includes halogen headlamps, rear seat belts, front ventilated brakes and rear disk brakes, side and front impact beams that ensures advanced safety. front seat belt with height adjustment and driver side view mirror with a centrally mounted fuel tank and many other such safety features.
Comfort features
The list of these convenience and practical aspects fitted in this Tata Sumo Gold EX BSIII trim are a power steering, a remote fuel lid opener, a low fuel warning light, cup holders, additional comfort with lumbar support, spacious leg room along with shoulder and head space that is designed to provide comfort to all the occupants. All these and many more such comfort aspects, which will surely entice the customers into buying this SUV variant.
Pros: Powerful diesel engine, spacious interiors.
Cons: Fuel economy can be better, lesser safety features, exteriors can be better.
Tata Motors will launch the facelift version of the Sumo Gold, Indigo eCS and even the Nano. There will also be another variant that will be a fully kitted Tata Safari Storme, which will be for those who like to go off-roading.
We have been speaking of the Tata Sumo Gold and there have been spy shots of the Indigo eCS floating on the internet. After some research with our sources, we have found out that the Tata Sumo Gold and Indigo eCS are being launched on the 15th of June.
Tata Motors Full Throttle, the motorsport division of Tata Motors, will flag off the Thar Experience, from New Delhi on December 22. The 4 day expedition will pass through 5 cities - New Delhi, Bikaner, Jaisalmer,Phalodi and will culminate in Jaipur, on December 25, covering a total distance of 1,400 Km.
Tata Motors Full Throttle team has achieved yet another feat, rallying home to victory in the SJOBA Thunderbolt Sub Himalayan Rally 2012. Tata Motors took the honours with the new Tata Sumo Grande bagging first place, driven by Mr. Sunish Kumar and co-driver Mr. Dhiraj Arora, followed by Mr. Ganesh Moorthy and co-driver Mr. T. Nagrajan, winning second place in the newly launched Tata Sumo Gold. The 25th SJOBA Rally was flagged-off from St. Johns School, Chandigarh, on March 24, 2012. The rally commenced from Chandigarh and traversed through challenging and adventurous route, covering fast tarmacs with winding hair pins, unmetalled surfaces and exhilarating hilly terrain in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
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