Tata Safari.ev found testing in India: What to expect?
Tata Motors's Safari.eV, a three-row variant of the Harrier.eV, has been spied during its testing phase. Despite heavy camouflage indicating it's still in development, the design language seems to closely resemble its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart. The test model displayed features like a front grille, connected LED daytime running lights (DRLs), and headlight housing, identical to the ICE version.
It will run on 19-inch wheels
The alloy wheels of the Safari.ev, while slightly different in design, are expected to maintain the same 19-inch size as its ICE version. The rear end is also likely to remain unchanged, featuring identical connected LED taillights. Despite being an electric vehicle, the exterior design elements of the Safari.ev seem to closely follow those of its ICE counterpart.
A look at the interiors
Tata Safari.ev's interior is also predicted to resemble its ICE version, including a dashboard layout and a four-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated 'Tata' logo. The electric SUV will feature a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment panel, a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, dual-zone climate control, ventilated seats, and a panoramic sunroof. For safety, it is expected to get up to seven airbags, a 360-degree-view camera with a blind-spot monitor, electronic stability control (ESC), and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
What about its powertrain?
Tata has not yet disclosed the battery pack and motor specifications for the Safari.ev. However, it is anticipated to offer a claimed range of roughly 500km. The electric SUV will be built on Tata's new Acti.EV platform, which also supports the recently launched Punch.ev. Given that Tata confirmed an all-wheel-drive option for the Harrier.ev, there is speculation that the Safari.ev may offer the same.
