TATA BOLT NEW HATCH BACK

 BOLT FROM TATA MOTORS

 

The Tata Bolt is the new hatchback from TATA MOTORS. Based on their X1 platform which underpins the Indica Vista hatchback, the Bolt features an all too familiar silhouette but is a whole new animal in terms of features and overall design philosophy. It will also be offered with the Indian automaker’s new 1.2-litre 140bhp Revtron mill as well as the all too familiar 1.3-litre Quadrajet diesel engine.This next-generation global car from Tata Motors showcases the new DNA of the company and boasts of newness in terms of design (DesigNext), drivablilty (DriveNext) and connectivity (ConnectNext).

The company says that the name Bolt itself signifies speed and represents, according to the company, a winner’s attitude. It comes with several segment first features and employs a new design language for the interiors as well as the exteriors.At the front it gets an aggressive fascia, new grille and sleek shaped headlights that stretch from the middle of the bonnet to the grille. On the sides the window lines swoop down in curve towards the rear hatch which now seems to be devoid of the Christmas tree lamps. However, what rear does get are rounded edges and certain styling cues from slightly more premium cars.It features a white and black combination interior setup with seemingly premium plastics as well as gauges mounted behind the steering and a touch screen created by Harmann for the Tata Bolt and Zest CS. However, on the lower spec variants we expect that Tata will offer beige interiors.

Representing an attitude of winning, Bolt has raw power that is waiting to be unleashed. Behold, as technology amalgamates performance and evolutionary features, making sure you always stay connected.  

• Revotron 1.2 L Turbocharged MPFi engine with first-in-class multi-drive mode
• Harman touchscreen multimedia system
• Voice recognition and SMS readouts
• New Signature front grille
• Projector headlamps
• Speed dependent volume control
• Rugby shoulder seats
  
  Tata will offer this hatchback with the 1.2-litre Revtron engine which is petrol powered and produces 84bhp/140Nm. The diesel engine on the other hand is the 1.3-litre Quadrajet diesel. Transmission options include the five-speed manual as well as an AMT which is a first for Tata especially in this segment.
  We expect that Tata will price the Bolt in the range of 4.6 lakh Rupees to 6.6 lakh Rupees and it will have four petrol and three diesel variants. It will compete with the Grand i10, Maruti Suzuki Swift, Chevrolet Sail and VW Polo.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
  ITEMS	PETROL	DIESEL
  DIMENSIONS
  Overall Length (mm)	3995	3995
  Overall Width (mm)	1695	1695
  Overall Height (mm)	1570	1570
  Wheelbase (mm)	2470	2470
  Front Track (mm)	1450	1450
  Rear Track (mm)	1440	1440
  Fuel Tank (ltr)	44	44
  Kerb Weight (Kg)	1106	1106
  ENGINE
  Engine Type	Revotron 1.2T	1.3L Quadrajet
  Displacement (CC)	1200	1300
  Maximum Power (ps/rpm)	84 @ 5000	89 @ 4000
  Maximum Torque (nm/rpm)	140 @ 1750	200 @ 1750
  TRANSMISSION
  Type	5 - Speed MT	5 - Speed MT
  SUSPENSION
  Front	Dual Path Independent McPherson strut with Antiroll Bar	Dual Path Independent McPherson strut with Antiroll Bar
  Rear	Semi Independent Twist beam with coil spring	Semi Independent Twist beam with coil spring
  BRAKES
  Front	Disc	Disc
  Rear	Drum	Drum
  TYRE
  Tyre Size	R16	R16