Tata Sumo Grande Mk II tries to emulate what the Indica V2 did for the Tata brand
Tata Motors have launched Sumo Grande Mk2 with a heap of new features and improvements. The new model, albeit using the same engine and gearbox, has numerous differences compared to the outgoing model.
We've already discussed the changes on Sumo Grande Mk2 in a previous post, so we'll skip to what hasn't been stressed on. The new Sumo Grande gets modified suspension setup to keep the second and third row passengers more comfortable. The anti-roll bar on the new vehicle has been tuned to aid better stability. The altered drive ratio helps in better low speed drivability of the new Sumo.
Three new colors are added on the new Grande - Walnut Gold, Beige and Castle Grey.
Prices (Ex-showroom Delhi)
LX - 6.43 lakh rupees
EX - 6.83 lakh rupees
GX - 7.50 lakh rupees
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Press Release
| Tata Motors launches the Sumo Grande MK II
Mumbai, December 14, 2009: T ata Motors today announced the launch of Grande MK II, an upgraded version of its premium Sumo offering in the domestic market. The Grande MK II seeks to deliver added value to customers through substantial changes in the exteriors and interiors combined with improvements in drivability, ride and handling and comfort. The exteriors have been accentuated by a new chrome lined grill, side rub rails with chrome inserts and indicators on ORVMs. The interiors have been refreshed to give the vehicle a completely new, contemporary look with a two tone theme complemented by a new faux wood centre console and new fabric upholstery. The changed drive ratio in the Grande MK II gives a boost to low speed performance in city driving conditions. While a modified suspension ensures a comfortable ride, particularly for second and third row occupants, optimised anti-roll bars reduce body roll to a minimum during cornering. The existing low NVH levels have been further refined. Several ergonomic improvements have been made in the Grande MK II -- significant among these are a smaller steering wheel with floating horns, a grab handle on the ‘C’ pillar to aid egress of third row passengers, and new inner door handles. The Grande MK II carries forward the class leading features of the earlier version such as best in class third row seats and lowest turning circle radius of 5.25 m in the category, in addition to having one of the best fuel efficiencies in its class. Dual HVAC with roof integrated louvers, motorised ORVMs, height adjustable driver’s seat and a state of the art CD/MP3 music system are some of the other features Grande MK II continues to sport. T he vehicle is powered by the new generation 2.2 litre DICOR engine fitted with a variable geometry turbocharger which delivers maximum power and torque of 120 PS and 250 Nm respectively. The Grande MK II will be available in 3 variants – top of the line Gx, Ex, and Lx with a seating capacity ranging between 7 and 9 seats in front and side facing configurations. T he vehicle will be available in three new colours, Walnut Gold, Platinum Beige and Castle Grey. The Grande MK II is priced in the range of Rs. 6.43 lakhs to Rs. 7.50 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi ). It comes with a warranty of 2 years or 75,000 kms (whichever is earlier). An additional 2 years’ warranty can be availed through the extended warranty option. Customers would be able to accessorise the Grande MK II with a host of accessories available at dealerships across the country. |
