The Tata 45X concept showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo will transform itself into a premium hatchback in the product avatar. This will compete against the likes of Maruti Baleno and the Hyundai Elite i20. Expect this vehicle to launch in India sometime in-between 2019-20.
Tata Motors is going all guns blazing when it comes to transforming their brand image in India. Under this strategy, the homegrown automaker is planning to launch a slew of new vehicles in India. At the 2018 Auto Expo, Tata showcased some truly awe-inspiring concepts. Going forward, these will transform themselves in multiple new products from the automaker. One, amongst the concepts on display at Tata Motor’s pavilion, was the 45X hatchback. Expect the production-ready avatar of this vehicle to launch in India sometime in-between the year 2019-20. Just like the current breed of Tata cars, this one will also have a very attractive exterior profile. Senior officials from the company have said that the production-ready avatar will have the majority of its styling cues matching exactly with the concept.
Tata 45X Design:
The Tata 45X concept has been built on the AMP platform which is a flexible architecture for all future cars from the company’s stable. It follows Tata’s new Impact Design 2.0, which is the first ultra-modern design in the market. Described as ‘Agile Light Flexible Advanced’ architecture, the new design philosophy is said to be compatible with different lengths, widths, wheelbases and suspension setups. Also, it takes various inputs from Jaguar and Land Rover.
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On the exteriors, the car comes with digitally-inspired front grille and dual ultra slim LED headlamps. It comes with styling elements such as strong fenders and class-leading wheel sizes with flared wheel arches. The projector headlamps are integrated with LED daytime running lights. On the rear of the car, it gets full LED taillights, surfboard mounted wing cameras and a spoiler.
Coming to the interiors, it gets a classy and futuristic appeal. There is nothing old school in the interiors. It comes with a three-spoke steering wheel and a fully digital speedometer. It also gets the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in a big infotainment system. However, the exact details of the interiors have not been revealed. The AMP platform will adhere to future crash regulations which will ensure full safety of all the passengers inside the car. In the top variants automatic climate control, keyless entry, start-stop button and more such features might come.
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Tata 45X Launch Date:
Tata 45X was unveiled at Auto Expo 2018 with the concept of Tata H5X. The hatchback is expected to hit the roads in the second half of 2019. Tata Motors said about rolling new cars in 2019. Although, the Electric Vehicles and Tata H5X might be launched before this car.
Tata 45X Engine:
The mechanical details have not been revealed yet, however, Tata 45X is likely to come in petrol and diesel variants. It is speculated to borrow the engine from its younger sibling, Tata Tiago. The petrol variant will be powered by a 1.2 Litre engine that produces 108 BHP worth of power and 170 Nm worth of torque. The diesel variant will be powered by a 1.5 Litre engine that produces 108 BHP worth of power and 208 Nm worth of torque. It is speculated to come with a six-speed transmission and an AMT option in the top end variant.
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Tata 45X Features:
With a new futuristic design, it is expected to come with ultra-modern features. Tata 45X is expected to get ABS with DSC as a standard in every variant. Also, the AMP design is made on a platform that is lightweight and sturdy. Main features include projector headlamps with DRLs or turn blinkers, Indian lattice-work inspired rear AC vents and centre console and Infotainment system with a touch display. Also, the car gets a Hexa-inspired front grille, ‘Tri-arrow’ fog lights, and a 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel.
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Tata 45X Price:
Being a premium hatchback, it is expected to start from Rs 5 Lakh as the entry variant to Rs 9 Lakh. If it gets the expected features, the pricing will then be pretty decent. It will mainly compete with Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Volkswagen Polo, and Hyundai i20 elite. Also, the local manufacturing of the car will help the car in economic pricing. Currently, all the three main competitors touch nearly Rs 9 Lakh with their on-road prices.
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