Tatas unveil Elegante at Geneva show

Tata Motors unveiled its concept car Elegante -- a vehicle larger than its existing sedan Indigo -- at the Geneva Auto Show on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, Tata Group Chairman Ratan N Tata said, "This is the 10 th year of our participation in the Geneva Auto Show, since 1998 when we unveiled the Tata Indica. In the past, Tata Motors had developed a portfolio of cars, enriched with contemporary features. Several of the design cues of the Tata Elegante are incorporated in the forthcoming generation of Indica and Indigo cars."

The Tata Elegante, larger than Indigo, is conceptualised to incorporate four cylinder transverse petrol and diesel engines from 1.4 litres through to 2 litres and a compact V6 petrol power unit. Common rail direct injection turbo diesel engines with variable valve timing and capabilities to comply with Euro V emissions norms will also be available.

The car's power varies from 90 to 200 PS with torque of upto 280 Nm. Transmission options include 6 speed manual and automatic gearboxes.

Besides meeting all European safety, crash-worthiness and emission standards, the Tata Elegante's features include satellite navigation system, cruise control, integrated blue tooth compatibility, heated mirrors, rain sensor, front and rear parking sensors, and other contemporary features.

Tata Motors is also displaying a redesigned Tata Pick-up which is fitted with a 2.2 litre 140 PS common rail direct injection Euro IV compliant diesel engine.

With superior styling and comfort features as well as safety features such as ABS and airbags, this is a versatile Pick-up truck suited for business as well as leisure applications. It is offered in single cabin, double cabin and space cabin versions in 4x2 as well as 4x4 configurations. Superior fuel mileage and better payload capacity make it a profitable choice for commercial and personal usage.

While continuing to be manufactured in India, the Tata pick-up will be manufactured in Thailand and will be marketed in Tata Motors' existing European, Asean and African markets. Tata and the Fiat Group are exploring the manufacture and marketing of this vehicle in Latin America.

Also on display at the show are the latest versions of the Tata Indica hatchback, the Tata Indigo SW station wagon and the Tata Safari DiCOR sports utility vehicle.