2010 Delhi Motor Show: Tata’s off-road capable MPV – the Aria crossover
The Tata Aria is one of the few local cars that made its debut at the Auto Expo 2010 in Delhi. First shown as a concept at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show, it blends the functionality and comfort of a mid-range MPV with the all terrain assurance and premiumness of an SUV, says its maker.
Tata’s most expensive vehicle to date, the Aria is powered by a 2.2-litre Direct Injection Common Rail (DICOR) diesel engine with 138 bhp and 320 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose the 4×4 option, which is a torque on demand system. This, coupled to the decent ground clearance and ladder frame chassis, means that the Aria should be capable of some mild off-roading.
The seven-seat cabin features equipment such as 3D surround sound, dimming roof lamps, in-dash GPS, infotainment system, multifunction steering, twin blower air con with automatic climate control and cruise control. The seating layout is said to be “theatre style”; the second row slides and inclines, while both it and the third row can fold flat.
The Aria boasts of safety features uncommon for its market. Six airbags and ESP are being offered by an Indian automaker for the first time.
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the surround sound system that we use at home is made by Dolby Digital and it really sounds great:;~