New Tata Safari design: Audi-inspired rear-end, Mercedes-like front LED DRL

After numerous spy shots of test mules of the two SUVs over the course of this year, Tata Motors finally announced the debut of the Tata Harrier and Safari facelifts recently, with bookings to commence on October 6, 2023 and a launch set to take place next week. In a bid to create more hype for the products, the manufacturer has revealed a few teasers on its official social media handles, revealing some new design details.
The first teaser had revealed the Safari’s new front fascia with an end-to-end LED DRL setup, similar to what is seen on the recently launched Tata Nexon EV facelift. The trend of full-width LED DRL was first seen on Mercedes-Benz cars such as the EQS, and now seems to be making its way to more mainstream models too.

The latest teaser reveals the rear-end design of the new Safari, featuring a new connected LED taillight setup, which seems to have taken inspiration from the Audi Q8 luxury SUV. The SAFARI badging is placed lower down on the tailgate in the middle, while the rear bumper also features a faux skid plate.
No changes are expected to be made to the powertrain. Both the Tata SUVs are available with a Fiat-sourced 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine producing 168 hp of max power and 350 Nm of peak torque. Power is sent to the front wheels only through a 6-speed manual transmission along with an optional 6-speed torque converter auto.
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