Tata Xenon Yodha launched; price in India starts at INR 6.05 lakh

The Tata Xenon Yodha offers a best-in-class ground clearance of 210 mm and will be available as a single-cab model as compared to the crew-cab Tata Xenon XT.

The year 2017 has seen its first launch already, with today s launch of the Tata Xenon Yodha. The new pickup from Tata Motors will appeal for those looking for a light commercial pickup truck. The large Tata Xenon has been priced at INR 6.05 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) and will compete with the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross, which currently costs INR 12.80 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The Tata Xenon XT is priced at INR 9.96 lakh to INR 10.99 lakh and the only other competitor, the Mahindra Scorpio Getaway, is priced at INR 8.94 lakh (all prices are ex-showroom Delhi). Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Ignis bookings started in India at INR 11000

Tata Xenon Yodha- Exterior

The Tata Xenon Yodha offers a best-in-class ground clearance of 210 mm thanks to its tubular front axle. It is definitely a looker with its large, rugged and muscular looks. The body has a massive ground clearance, and the flared wheel arches make the wheels and the vehicle look more imposing. With the large flatbed behind, the Xenon Yodha looks rugged and ready to carry massive loads across challenging terrain, and the bash plate up front only adds to the look. The pickup also gets some modern urban design cues, like the smooth side profile, clear headlights and the body coloured bumpers. As such, the Xenon Yodha offers a blend of both worlds: urban and rural, and it looks like it can tackle both with ease. The vehicle comes with a number of optional accessories, including a nice roll bar positioned behind the crew cab and lights that can be mounted on the roof or the bull bar.

Tata Xenon Yodha- Interior

Inside, the Tata Xenon Yodha gets an updated interior that is better in terms of build quality and feel than the preceding Tata Xenon XT. The previous XT got a two-tone beige cabin with faux wood and plastics that were a little on the lower side of the quality band. Features include a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, power windows, air conditioning, adjustable mirrors, central locking and even an infotainment system in some variants. Overall, the Tata Xenon Yodha offers a list of features that is at par with the segment in question, but may be a bit lacking when compared to the more urban and feature-rich SUVs. Priced at the middle, the Tata Xenon Yodha has a cabin that meets the expected level of quality. Space can be a bit lacking, but that is expected with a single-cab design.

Tata Xenon Yodha- Engine Specifications

The Tata Xenon XT was powered by the 2.2-litre DICOR diesel engine from the Tata Safari Storme, but the new Tata Xenon Yodha gets a 3.0-litre engine that can deliver 72 hp of power and 223 Nm of torque in BS III and 85 hp of power and 250 Nm in BS IV. The engine has been tuned for mileage, with a low-maintenance and reliable gearbox that delivers a 1,600-2,200 rpm flat curve. This helps maximum pickup when the vehicle is fully loaded and reduces the need for gear shifts every now and then.