![]() Once you are in position, the space is not that bad. The third row is accessible with the one-touch fold and tumble mechanism. The rear windows however skip sun blinds and USB slots are hard to find when you venture near the central tunnel. These come with great cushioning and comfort, while offering several adjustments and a folding armrest. The top-end variant also gets a six-seater configuration with captain’s seats in the middle. There is a Boss mode for adjusting the co-driver’s seat from the back itself. Comfort is great and the overall experience is good enough, with the 60:40 sliding function. The middle row has theatre-esque seating with a higher placement for the seats. There is a lengthy feature list including the JBL audio system, panoramic sunroof, and the powered seat for the driver along with connected tech features. The quality of the rear view camera could also have been better. The 8.8 inch touch screen infotainment unit appears small inside the car. The central console, however, may eat into the driver’s knee room. There is a great view from the driver’s seat with mostly high quality materials inside. There is also the electronic parking brake now. The dashboard looks neat although the Oyster White interior theme is the stand-out feature here. The cabin is quite similar to the Harrier. The Safari can readily tackle bad roads, potholes and uneven stretches. The suspension system is more robust and is softer as well, leading to better absorption of bumps at lower speeds. However, the Safari is a good highway cruiser and offers more confidence and stability. The steering feels heavier at lower speeds while higher speeds are not as comforting or balanced. The Tata Safari offers a mixed bag in terms of the driving experience and the ride. The Safari is responsive and agile enough. The automatic version comes with a unit from Hyundai and shifts smoothly engine. Slotting the gears will require a little more effort in turn. ![]() The clutch is a little heavy if you are using the manual transmission unit. There are 6-speed manual and automatic transmission systems and the driving experience is also neat. You can easily get the SUV up to higher speeds although there is some noise when you rev the engine hard. The engine offers a wide and punchy power band, while the Sport mode is the best for higher drivability. The Tata Safari’s engine has high levels of refinement while there are Eco, City, and Sport driving modes. ![]() The Safari is longer and taller while the wheelbase and width remain the same. There are chunkier roof rails which are designed to indicate a stepped roof. The tail lights are different from the Harrier though. ![]() It also comes with a rear quarter glass that is full-sized and the tail-end is also very upright. There is a third row of seats now and the roofline is also higher for the SUV along with a rear overhang which is longer. The split headlamp cluster is the same and there is a differentiated tri-arrow pattern for the front grille with chrome finishing. The Tata Safari has a front fascia that is almost similar to the Harrier. The new Safari has been completely revamped and comes with more equipment and a whole new look and feel. The Tata Safari carries the rich legacy of the original SUV that was a hit on Indian roads.
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