Tata Safari Storme With More Powerful Engine Set to Launch Soon

Tata Motors will launch a more powerful version of the recently updated Safari Storme SUV in the near future. The new version of the SUV will feature a re-tuned 2.2-litre VariCOR 400 diesel engine that makes 155bhp and 400Nm of torque.

By Ishaan Rastogi

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Published on November 19, 2015

Highlights

The Tata Safari Storme recently received an update in June this year. The Indian manufacturer is now ready to launch a more powerful version of its popular SUV as there have been reports of test-mules bearing VariCOR 400 badging having already been spotted on Indian roads. The new and more powerful variant will feature a 2.2-litre VariCOR 400 diesel engine mated to a new 6-speed manual gearbox. This redeveloped engine has added 7bhp and 80Nm of torque to the Safari Storme's existing performance figures and has resulted in a 15kg increase in weight. The updated power and torque figures stand at 154.8bhp and 400Nm respectively. The added grunt and new gearbox should improve the Safari Storme's highway and city ride dynamics. The Tata VariCOR 400 engine is also expected to find its way into the upcoming Hexa crossover. Besides the VariCOR 400 badging on its sides, the new Safari Storme should visually stay unchanged. The VariCOR 400 engine option will only be available in the top-of-the-line VX trims of both the 4x2 and 4x4 versions. The new, more powerful Safari Storme is slated to be launched in December, 2015 although the exact date is as yet unconfirmed. Key Features - Engine: 2.2-litre VariCOR 400 Engine - Power: 154.8bhp - Torque: 400Nm - Transmission: 6-Speed Manual - Chassis: Hydroformed - Integrated Infotainment System by Harman - Java Black interiors with Silver Accents - Tata Signature Multi-Function Steering Wheel - Ultrasonic reverse parking sensor with display - New upper and lower front grill - Optional 4X4 with ESOF (Electronic Shift on-Fly), with a ground clearance of 200 mm - Dual air-conditioning, with built-in rear vents for all-round cooling - Dual Airbags for driver and front passenger - ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) - EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) - Projector head-lamps with PES (Poly Ellipsoid System) Rings