Tata Sumo Gold LX

Sumo Gold LX Review

Tata Motor Group launched the facelift version of its affordable SUV model Tata Sumo Gold in the auto markets. The facelift version of this SUV along with other models have also been launched in the country's auto market. This Tata Sumo Gold model lineup now gets brand new body graphics, exteriors and interiors along with some improvements in terms of its technicalities. This company is the eight largest automaker in the world and is the fourth largest car maker in the country. This company seems to be in a situation to improve its four wheeler sales in the country to maintain its lead in the passenger car segment. It is already facing a tough challenge from another home bred automaker Mahindra, who is presently on the top of the segment. Now, the automaker has come up with upgraded version of its four wheelers including the facelifted Tata Sumo Gold series. The company has perhaps upgraded all the variants including the mid range Tata Sumo Gold LX trim as well. This will certainly lure more customers towards placing an order for this SUV. The buyers can expect better comfort and performance by this facelifted version as the company made changes to its interiors and technicalities as well. This conventional SUV is launched with a very attractive price tag, which will surely attract the SUV freaks who have a limited budget. The company is offering the facelifted version of its flagship SUV for both commercial and personal usage. The customers who are buying it for commercial usage will be offered with 24 months/75,000 kilometers warranty on this SUV. The individuals who purchase this SUV for their personal use will be offered with 36 months/100,000 kilometers warranty.

Exteriors :

The Indian auto major has made a quite a few changes to its flagship SUV Tata Sumo Gold LX that brings an exhilarating new look to this SUV. The company has blessed the exteriors with new body graphics, while revamping the front facade. When it comes to the front fascia, it gets a redesigned radiator grille with two horizontal chrome slats. The company's emblem has been affixed in between the two horizontal slats. While there is a chrome strip with “SUMO” wording is placed on top of the hood. It has got a slightly revamped headlamp design, which further includes turn indicators as well. Below this is a stylish and body colored bumper incorporated with a large air dam, which completes the front fascia. On the side, it gets a black colored OVRMs and door handles while its wheel arches have been equipped with 15 inch steel wheels. At the rear, it gets a stylish tail lamp cluster and body colored bumper that completes the rear look. After giving cosmetic updates, this SUV is looking good but it would be interesting to seen how it is going to attract SUV enthusiasts in the country.

Interiors :

There are some interesting modifications done to the interior section of the Tata Sumo Gold LX trim. This mid range version gets new premium fabric upholstery covering the wide seats, while the door trims are offered in vinyl. The interior cabin section gets a two toned interior along with several other improvements. This mid range variant also got a sporty gear shift knob that gives a wonderful experience to the driver inside the cabin while shifting the gears. Interiors are truly spacious and stylish compared to its previous version. There are few interior features offered with this mid range trim that include a stylish instrument cluster with an trip meter, low fuel indicator and so on . This is the mid range variant in the segment and generally not many features are integrated. This Tata Sumo Gold LX trim is offered with huge space inside with comfortable seating space for at least seven passengers. This variant is made available with 7 and 9 seater option , which is excellent.

Engine and Performance :

This facelifted Tata Sumo Gold LX trim has been offered with a powerful 3.0-litre CR4 diesel engine , which is further equipped with 260mm high performance clutch. This engine has the displacing capacity of about 2956cc that enables it to produce a maximum 83.3bhp at 3000rpm and generates a superior 250Nm of torque output at 1000 to 2000rpm. On the other side, the facelifted Tata Sumo Gold LX trim is offered with an advanced five speed manual gearbox that works exceptionally and enables smooth shifting of gear. This facelifted version powered by CR4 engine has the ability to return a class leading mileage of 15.3Kmpl , which is the most by any other utility vehicle in its class. With such great power, performance and mileage, it is certain that the facelifted Tata Sumo Gold is going to perform well in the country's auto market.

Braking and Handling :

Despite being the mid range sports utility vehicle, this Tata Sumo Gold LX trim is offered with superior braking and handling aspects that enhances the level of safety standards for the passengers. Its front wheels are controlled via disc brakes mechanism, while its rear wheels are controlled through drum brakes. This Tata Sumo Gold LX variant is offered with superior suspension system in the form of double wishbone type along with anti roll bar and coil spring type of mechanism. This system will keep this sports utility vehicle stable even on bumpy roads.

Safety Features :

The facelifted Tata Sumo Gold LX trim is the mid range SUV model and hence you can expect this variant with some basic and standard safety features. It is offered with safety functions such as side intrusion beams on all doors and rear high mount stop lams. In addition to it, this Tata Sumo Gold LX variant is offered with a provision to incorporate engine immobilizer system that would protect this SUV from unauthorized entry. These safety aspects are perhaps the best you can expect in an SUV with such low price tag.

Comfort Features :

This Tata Sumo Gold LX offers lavish comforts and conveniences to the passengers. This mid range version of this SUV series has been bestowed with air conditioner, heater, and tinted glass. Its conveniences features include steer wheel below floor, front console with hand brake, remote fuel lid opener, mobile holders, cup holder on glove box and a few other such features.

Pros : Huge space inside the cabin, engine performance is good.

Cons : Interior design could be better, safety features can be better.