Tata Motors, the popular Indian passenger car manufacturer, has come up with a new mid-level trim for its Tigor compact sedan. Christened as the ‘XM’ model, this new variant finds itself slotted above the entry-level XE trim. The new Tata Tigor XM has an ex-showroom price of Rs 4.99 lakh, which is only Rs 40,000 higher than the cost of the XE trim. The launch of the new XM variant takes place just ahead of the fast-approaching festive period. In all probability, this new mid-level model should help Tigor find more buyers during the surge in car sales in the festive period. ALSO SEE- Tata Tigor Test Drive Review
Tata Tigor XM Price
| Price (ex-showroom, New Delhi) | Rs 4.99 lakh |
On sale at an ex-showroom price of Rs 4.99 lakh, the new Tigor XM variant is slotted between the XE and XT trim. With its launch, the huge price gap of over Rs 70,000 between XE and XT trims has been strategically filled. The XM model costs roughly Rs 40,000 more than the XE variant. However, the increase in price is justified through many more features that add to the car’s desirability.
According to Mr. Vivek Srivatsa – Head – Marketing, PVBU, Tata Motors, “We are constantly working towards filling in spaces in each segment and TIGOR XM is our response to this growing segment. As per our turnaround strategy, we are working with a renewed focus and energy to improve our market share and bring products faster to market.”
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Tata Tigor XM Features
- Full Wheel Covers
- Follow-me Home Headlamps
- LED Fuel Gauge
- Internally-adjustable ORVMs
- Central Locking
- 2-DIN Audio Setup
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Smartphone Connectivity
While the new XM model gets all the features that are available on the XE trim, it gets a whole handful of new features that enhance the desirability of the new car. You can read about these in the list above.
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Tata Tigor XM Specs
| Engine | 1199 cc, 3-cylinder, petrol; 1057 cc, 3-cylinder, Diesel |
| Made of | All-Aluminum; Head: Aluminum, Block: Cast Iron |
| Installation | Transverse, Front wheel drive |
| Max power | 85 PS at 6000 RPM; 70 PS at 4000 RPM |
| Max torque | 114 Nm at 3500 RPM; 140 Nm at 1800-3000 RPM |
| Bore/stroke | 77 mm x 85.8 mm; 75 mm x 79 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1; 16:1 |
| Valve gear | DOHC 4 valves/ cylinder |
| Engine management | ECU controlled |
The Tata Tigor XM is available with petrol and Diesel engine options. While the petrol variant is powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron engine that outputs a maximum power of 84 BHP and a peak torque of 114 Nm, the Diesel model gets a 1.05-litre 3-cylinder engine that offers 69 BHP and 140 Nm. Both the engines come mated to a five-speed manual transmission. At the moment, the Tata Tigor XM doesn’t get an option of an AMT.
Tata Tigor XM Mileage
| Petrol | 22-23 KMPL |
| Diesel | 25-27 KMPL |
There is no change in the mileage. Akin to other trim levels, the new Tigor XM offers up to 23 KMPL from its petrol engine and up to 27 KMPL from its Diesel motor. This makes the Tata Tigor one of the best mileage cars on sale in the country. It is noteworthy that in a mileage conscious market like ours, having a high fuel efficiency helps the sales of any car model. Hence, the new Tigor XM, which comes with fuel efficient engine along with a long list of features, should enjoy a wide appeal.
Tata Tigor XM Dimensions
| Overall Length | 3992 mm |
| Max. Width | 1677 mm |
| Overall Height | 1537 mm |
| Wheel Base | 2450 mm |
| Boot Space | 419 litres |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 litres |
Being merely a new trim level, there is absolutely no change in the design or styling of the car. Hence, even the dimensions remain the same. The Tigor is a sub-4-metre compact sedan that boasts of a notchback design. This makes the car avoid suffering from the oddball proportions that many other sub-4-metre sedans are marred with.
Tata Tigor XM Competition
Mostly, the new Tata Tigor XM model will rival the mid-level models of other compact sedans in the market. The Tigor would have become a direct rival to the Chevrolet Essentia Compact Sedan. However, Chevy’s exit from the Indian market means the Tigo, which is essentially a sub-compact sedan, won’t see any direct rival anytime soon.
Tata Tigor XM Colours
- Copper Dazzle
- Sunburst Orange
- Platinum Silver
- Striker Blue
- Pearlescent White
- Espresso Brown
- Berry Red
The new model gets all the colour options that are available with the XE and the XM trims.
Tata Tigor XM Other Details
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Number of Seating Rows | 2 Rows |
| Number of Doors | 4 Doors |
| Boot Space | 419 litres |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 litres |
| Front Brakes | Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum |
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut with coil spring |
| Front Tyre | 175/60 R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/60 R15 |
| Alloy Wheels | Yes |
| Wheels | 15-inch |
| Spare Wheel | Yes |
What do you think of the new XM variant of the Tigor compact sedan? Do you think it can bring in more customers under Tata Motors’ umbrella? Do you think the new Tata Tigor XM model justifies the price premium of the base XE trim? Share your thoughts with us by penning them down in the comments section below. Also, stay tuned to CarBlogIndia for more on the Tata Tigor XM Price, Specs, Mileage and Dimensions.
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