Tata Motors has finally introduced a petrol-powered version of its flagship SUV, the Tata Safari, with prices starting at Rs 13.29 lakh (ex-showroom). Until now, the Safari was offered exclusively with a diesel engine. The new petrol variant uses Tata’s in-house developed 1.5-litre TGDI Hyperion turbo-petrol engine, marking a major expansion of the model’s powertrain options.
This newly introduced engine has already made its debut on the Tata Sierra and is also available on the Harrier, bringing consistency across Tata’s premium SUV line-up.
Tata Safari Petrol Engine & Gearbox Details
The Safari petrol is powered by a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine that delivers:
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Power: 170hp
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Torque: 280Nm
This output is 10hp and 25Nm higher than the same engine’s tune in the Sierra. Drive is sent to the front wheels, with transmission options including:
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6-speed manual (MT)
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6-speed automatic (AT)
Interestingly, both the petrol and diesel versions of the Safari produce identical power figures of 170hp, making performance parity a key highlight.
Tata Safari Petrol Variants & Price List (Ex-showroom)
The petrol Safari is offered across a wide range of trims, making it the most affordable petrol SUV in its segment at the entry level, while also stretching to a premium top-end price.
| Variant | MT | MT Dark Edition | AT | AT Dark Edition |
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| Smart | 13.29 | – | – | – |
| Pure X | 16.49 | 17.01 | 17.91 | 18.52 |
| Adventure X+ | 17.75 | 18.27 | 19.35 | 19.88 |
| Accomplished X | 20.84 | 21.36 | 22.50 | 23.02 |
| Accomplished X+ | 22.73 | 23.07 | 24.15 | 24.48 |
| Accomplished X+ 6S | 22.83 | 23.16 | 24.25 | 24.58 |
| Accomplished Ultra | 23.33 | – | 24.75 | – |
| Accomplished Ultra 6S | 23.43 | – | 24.85 | – |
| Accomplished Ultra Red Dark | 23.68 | – | 25.10 | – |
| Accomplished Ultra Red Dark 6S | 23.78 | – | 25.20 | – |
New Accomplished Ultra Trim: What’s Special?
The Accomplished Ultra is an all-new, petrol-exclusive top variant that sits above the earlier Accomplished X+. It brings several premium upgrades, including:
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14.53-inch Samsung touchscreen infotainment system
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Dolby Atmos sound experience
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Digital IRVM with integrated dashcam
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Dual-tone white and brown interior theme
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Built-in navigation
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Memory function for ORVMs
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Front and rear camera washer system
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65W USB Type-C fast charging port
Additionally, the Red Dark Edition is available only with the Accomplished Ultra trim, making it the most distinctive Safari petrol on sale.
Tata Safari Petrol vs Rivals: Engine Comparison
| SUV | Displacement | Power | Torque | Gearbox |
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| Tata Safari Petrol | 1498cc | 170hp | 280Nm | 6MT / 6AT |
| Mahindra XUV 7XO | 1997cc | 203hp | 380Nm | 6MT / 6AT |
| MG Hector Plus | 1451cc | 143hp | 250Nm | 6MT / CVT |
| Hyundai Alcazar | 1482cc | 160hp | 253Nm | 6MT / 7DCT |
While the XUV 7XO leads the segment in outright performance, the Safari petrol slots in comfortably above the Alcazar and Hector Plus in terms of power and torque.
Tata Safari Petrol vs Rivals: Price Comparison (Ex-showroom)
| SUV | Petrol Price Range (Rs lakh) |
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| Tata Safari | 13.29 – 25.20 |
| Mahindra XUV 7XO | 13.66 – 23.64 |
| MG Hector Plus | 17.29 – 19.49 |
| Hyundai Alcazar | 14.47 – 20.96 |
The Safari stands out with the widest price band in the segment, offering both the lowest entry price and the highest fully loaded petrol variant among its competitors.
Final Thoughts
With the introduction of the petrol engine, the Tata Safari becomes a more versatile and accessible large SUV. Competitive pricing, a powerful turbo-petrol motor, and the feature-packed Accomplished Ultra trim make it a strong alternative to established rivals like the Alcazar, Hector Plus and XUV 7XO.