Tata Motors announced the new Tata Sumo
Gold, at Tata Motors showrooms across the country. The new Sumo Gold which is
equipped with Dual AC cooling and Bluetooth/USB connectivity. This SUV comes
with 5m turning radius and high performance clutch in addition to a fuel
economy of 15.3 kmpl. It is available in 5 variants - GX, FX, EX, LX and CX
with its price starting from Rs. 5.93 lakh onwards (ex-showroom, New
Delhi).
Under the hood of the new Tata Sumo Gold is a 3 litre CR4 engine
which pumps out 84bhp@3000rpm and a torque of 250NM@1000-2000rpm, delivering a
performance of 60kmph in 9.3 seconds. The new Tata Sumo Gold comes with a new
high performance clutch that has better thermal stability, for smoother
gearshifts, lasting about 30pc longer to competition, offering 1 lakh kms of
tension free driving. Fuel Filter Replacement has been improved by 50pc at
45000km. The long wheelbase, wide track width along with the vehicles double
wishbone suspension, puts the driver in absolute control, ensuring that the Tata
Sumo Gold is stable at high-speeds, with a firm road grip. The wide turning
radius of 5 metres allows best-in-class maneuverability, within narrow city
lanes. The vehicle also boasts best-in-class Ground Clearance of 182 mm making
for better under body protection, especially on irregular terrains.
Ankush Arora – Sr. Vice President,
Passenger Vehicle Business Unit (Commercial), Tata Motors Ltd., said, “The new
Tata Sumo Gold is the most powerful entry-level SUV, with class leading
performance & features, offering the young & progressive Indian
entrepreneur with a stylish, new-age vehicle that takes on any terrain with
ease. The new offering is a result of extensive consumer studies and field
tests to fulfill various requirements, long-awaited by the new generation
customer.”