Tata's "Zest" Expected to Launch In July, 2014

Expected Launch: July 2014

Expected Price: 4.50 - 7.60 lakhs

The Tata Zest compact sedan is the second car in the Pune based automaker from its new generation of vehicles. First shown just ahead of the Auto Expo, the Zest is a CS version of the Bolt hatchback.

The Design is very similar to that of the hatchback but includes a noticeable but quite decent looking boot. It makes use of the same engine, underpinnings, interior design as well as feature list from the hatchback.

The Tata Zest follows the same principle in terms with the Bolt hatchback in terms of design and overall appearance. The side profile remains the same up to the C-Pillar but thanks to the boot has a different appearance. At the back the lights have a similar design to that of the hatchback with a stubby boot lid.

Inside the interiors are exactly the same as the hatchback including the overall layout, features and upholstery. The list includes Harman touchscreen music system, gauges behind the steering wheel and white upholstery for the top spec variants and beige for the others in the range.

The Petrol Version of the Sedan is powered by 1.2-litre Revtron engine which produces produces 84bhp / 140Nm and Diesel Version  is powered by a 1.3-litre Quadrajet diesel which Produces 89bhp / 200Nm.
Transmission options include the five-speed manual as well as an AMT which is a first for Tata especially in this segment.

We are expecting that Tata will price the Zest in the range of 5.5 lakh Rupees to 7.6 lakh Rupees and it will have four petrol and three diesel variants. It will compete with the Hyundai Xcent sedan, Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Chevrolet Sail sedan, Honda Amaze and Volkswagen Vento.

Tata Zest Specifications.: