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Tata Indigo Marina 1.4 i (85 Hp)
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Tata Indigo:
The Tata Indigo is a compact sedan produced by the Indian manufacturer Tata Motors produced from 2002 through 2016. It is the four-door saloon version of the Tata Indica, a supermini especially designed for developing countries.
In 2009, Tata released the second generation of the Indigo, called Tata Indigo Manza to distinguish it from the first generation which remained in production.
The first generation of the Indigo was launched in the Indian market in 2002, is based on the Tata Indica, a subcompact hatchback. The two cars shared a similar design, while the Indigo had a longer wheelbase, a 450 litre trunk, and turbo-diesel and petrol engine options. The car received its first design refresh in 2006, giving it distinguishing features from the Indica, such as more upmarket double-barreled headlamps, front fog-lamps, more upmarket interiors with fabric upholstery, etc....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Marina Overview:
Tata Indigo (Marina). With 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Tata Indigo Marina generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle primarily designed for emerging markets, its safety standards may not align with those of European-tested vehicles from the same era.
1.4 i (85 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With 85 Hp, the 1.4 i petrol engine provides slightly more peak power than its diesel counterpart, but its performance remains utilitarian. It's suitable for city driving and light highway use.
Fuel Economy
The petrol engine will generally offer lower fuel efficiency compared to the diesel, especially in stop-and-go city traffic. Running costs might be higher for frequent drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional cargo and passenger space for its class
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs (especially diesel)
- • Practical and utilitarian design for family use
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and dated design
- • Modest engine performance across the lineup
- • Limited advanced safety features
- • Refinement levels are not on par with global competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Indigo: 2002 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Tata |
| Model: | Indigo |
| Generation: | Marina |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i (85 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 60.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 120 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1405 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.8 kg/Hp, 78 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1090 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1370 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 670 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4130 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Width: | 1625 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1575 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1400 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1380 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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