Tata Sumo Grande MK II Launched

December 15, 2009

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Tata Sumo Grande MKII photo

Tata Motors has launched Grande MK II, an upgraded version of the Sumo to deliver added value to customers through substantial changes and improvements. The exteriors now boasts of a new chrome lined grill, side rub rails with chrome inserts and indicators on ORVMs. The interiors have a two tone theme complemented by a new faux wood centre console and new fabric upholstery. The changed drive ratio in the Grande MK II gives a boost to low speed performance in city driving conditions. While a modified suspension ensures a comfortable ride, particularly for second and third row occupants, optimised anti-roll bars reduce body roll to a minimum during cornering. The existing low NVH levels have been further refined.

Tata Sumo Grande MKII Interior photo

Several ergonomic improvements have been made in the Grande MK II which include a smaller steering wheel with floating horns, a grab handle on the ‘C’ pillar to aid egress of third row passengers, and new inner door handles. The Grande MK II carries forward the class leading features of the earlier version such as best in class third row seats and lowest turning circle radius of 5.25 m in the category, in addition to having one of the best fuel efficiencies in its class. Dual HVAC with roof integrated louvers, motorised ORVMs, height adjustable driver’s seat and a state of the art CD/MP3 music system are some of the other features Grande MK II continues to sport. The vehicle is powered by the new generation 2.2 litre DICOR engine fitted with a variable geometry turbocharger which delivers maximum power and torque of 120 PS and 250 Nm respectively.

The Grande MK II will be available in 3 variants – top of the line Gx, Ex and Lx with a seating capacity ranging between 7 and 9 seats in front and side facing configurations. The vehicle will be available in three new colours, Walnut Gold, Platinum Beige and Castle Grey. The Grande MK II is priced in the range of Rs. 6.43 lakhs to Rs. 7.50 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). It comes with a warranty of 2 years or 75,000 kms (whichever is earlier). An additional 2 years’ warranty can be availed through the extended warranty option. Customers would be able to accessorise the Grande MK II with a host of accessories available at dealerships across the country.

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5 Responses to “Tata Sumo Grande MK II Launched”

  1. RAJ Says:

    This will be now good competitor to the Xylo

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  2. Harshad Says:

    But i wonder why the Sumo Grande before this model sold so less, it also looked good!

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  3. Seeni Says:

    Harshad, Grande does meet the sales targets, they were selling close to 2000-3000 grande MK I units every month. By this grande MK II launch they are expecting the sales to go more than 4000 units per month. (i.e 40% more)

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  4. Harshad Says:

    Oh, I dont see a lot of them on road so I thought they aint selling well!
    Good to know its doing well!

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  5. shankar Says:

    Best competion vehicle as letest model

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