The most anticipated SUV of the year, the Tata Hexa has finally been launched at a starting price of Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The bookings for the SUV were being taken since November 2016. Though at first glance the Hexa looks similar to the Tata Aria, launched a few years ago, the car is different from the Aria in many aspects and will compete with the likes of the Mahindra XUV500 and Toyota Innova Crysta.
Tata Hexa variant-wise price list:
| Hexa Variant | Prices (ex-showroom Delhi) |
| XE 4x2 MT | Rs 11.99 lakh |
| XM 4x2 MT | Rs 13.85 lakh |
| XMA 4x2 AT | Rs 15.05 lakh |
| XT 4x2 MT | Rs 16.20 lakh |
| XTA 4x2 AT | Rs 17.40 lakh |
| XT 4x4 MT | Rs 17.49 lakh |
The Hexa is powered by a 2.2-litre Varicor diesel engine, which is available in two states of tune. The entry-level XE variant is powered by the 150PS/320Nm state of tune and the engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. All the other variants - XM, XMA, XT, XTA and XT 4x4 get the higher tune 156PS/400Nm engine and while the XMA and XTA get a 6-speed auto box, the other three get a 6-speed manual transmission.
The Hexa is loaded with features. Even the base XE spec gets features like dual-airbags, ABS+EBD, all-wheel disc brakes, all four power windows, manual AC with rear vents for all three rows, 12V power sockets on the front two rows, cooled upper glovebox, 6-speaker sound system with ConnectNext tech, projector headlights and LED taillights. Move up the variant list and both the XM and XMA variants get rear parking sensors, heated wing mirrors, Harman touchscreen infotainment system with voice recognition, ambient lighting, 8-speaker sound system, super drive modes (XM), hill hold control (XMA) and sports mode (XMA).
The fully-loaded Hexa comes in three derivatives - XT, XTA and XT 4x4. All three variants get all the bells and whistles from Tata’s equipment brochure. The list includes 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control, roof rails, chrome accents on the outside and fog lamps with daytime running lights. Only the XT 4x4 variant gets the four-wheel-drive system. You can find an in-depth explanation of all the Tata Hexa variants here.
For customers who want to further customise their Hexa as per their taste, Tata Motors will offer three predefined kits - Tuff, Luxe and Expedition. The company is also offering standalone accessories for its flagship car.
While we wait for Tata Motors to announce the prices, here’s something that will keep you busy - Spec comparison: Tata Hexa Vs Toyota Innova Crysta Vs Mahindra XUV500.
Source: Cardekho.com
