Tata Manza

Overview:

Tata Manza is a stylish sedan, which is fitted with a 1.4-litre petrol engine and coupled with an efficient five speed manual transmission gear box. It can generate a peak power of 90ps in combination with 116Nm of torque output. It is integrated with a multi point fuel injection supply system, which allows the sedan to deliver a decent fuel economy. This sedan is loaded with a lot of safety aspects that offers maximum protection to the vehicle and passengers as well. Some of these include an engine immobilizer for preventing unauthorized entry, rear door child locks, central locking system as well as a collapsible steering column. The interiors are beautifully decorated with a two tone color scheme and loaded with a lot of sophisticated aspects. It is equipped with well cushioned seats, neatly designed dashboard, air conditioning unit, driver information system, height adjustable driver's seat and has a few utility based aspects. Apart from these, it is also bestowed with many comfort features that gives the passengers a pleasurable driving experience. Besides these, it has an integrated audio system that keeps its occupants entertained, while allowing them to listen to their favorite music. It is currently offered with a few vibrant exterior paint options to select from. On the other hand, the company has designed its exteriors brilliantly and equipped it with many striking aspects. This sedan is being offered with a standard warranty of two years or 75000 Kilometers, whichever is earlier. This period can be further extended up to two years at an additional cost paid to authorized dealer.

Mileage and Fuel Economy:

With the help of a multi point fuel injection supply system, this petrol engine has the ability to generate a mileage of 13.7 Kmpl on the highways, which comes down to around 10.3 Kmpl, when driven under standard conditions within the city limits.

Power:

the 1.4-litre power plant has the capacity of producing a maximum power of 90ps at 6000rpm in combination with a peak torque output of 116Nm at 4750rpm.

Acceleration and Pickup:

This petrol motor is cleverly mated with a five speed manual transmission gear box, which allows the sedan to cross the speed barrier of 100 Kmph in around 17 to 18 seconds from a standstill. At the same time, it can achieve a top speed in the range of 170 to 175 Kmph.

Exteriors:

The manufacturer has done an excellent job with the exteriors of this Tata Manza sedan series. It has a stylish body design that is accompanied by some striking aspects. Its front fascia has a bold radiator grille with four horizontally positioned slats. It is treated with a lot of chrome and has a prominent insignia of the company in the center. This grille is flanked by a bright headlight cluster that is integrated with high intensity motorized clear lens head lights. The high end trims are equipped with follow me home headlamps. It has a wide windscreen that is made of tinted glass and is equipped with a couple of seven speed intermittent wipers that have smart wipe function. Its body colored bumper has rub rails with chrome inserts that adds to the protection of the vehicle. It houses a pair of fog lamps and a wide air dam, which allows better air intake. Coming to its side profile, it comes with body colored outside rear view mirrors and door handles. These ORVMs are electrically adjustable and integrated with side turn indicator. On the other hand, the rear end has a large windshield with a demister, an expressive boot lid that has a chrome strip along with the company's emblem and a luminous tail light cluster.

Exterior Measurements:

This model series is designed to accommodate five passengers with ease. It has an overall length of 4413mm along with a decent width of 1703mm, which includes the external rear view mirrors. The total height of this vehicle is about 1550mm. Its wheelbase measures about 2520mm and has a minimum ground clearance of 165mm.

Interiors:

This stunning sedan series is blessed with a lot of posh aspects. The cabin is quite roomy and comes with a 2 3 seating arrangement. The seats are well cushioned seats and further covered with premium fabric upholstery. There is enough leg room provided to its passengers along with sufficient head as well as shoulder space. The gear shift knob and door handles are garnished with chrome, which further adds a classy look. Its dashboard comes in two tone color scheme and houses a steering wheel, stylish instrument cluster, AC vents and a central console. It also has a large glove box that comes with a card and pen holder. The tilt adjustable steering wheel is mounted with audio and call controls. Its illuminated instrument panel is equipped with a few notifications like door ajar warning, driver's seat belt reminder, headlamp-on indicator, key-in reminder and a digital tachometer. In addition to these, it is blessed with a few utility based aspects like a storage tray under the front co-passenger seat to place a few things, bottle holder on front console, storage pockets in front and rear doors, an anti-glare interior rear view mirror, sun visors with vanity mirror on co-passenger's side and a power outlet, which is useful for charging electronic devices.

Interior Comfort:

For a pleasurable driving experience, the company has given this Tata Manza model series with a sophisticated 2-DIN audio system that is integrated with CD/MP3 player, radio with AM/FM tuner, USB interface, Aux-in port, infrared remote control along with a playback and audio equalizer. Its top end variant is also bestowed with touchscreen display, Blue5 technology and a satellite navigation system. It also has a manual HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioner) unit, which keeps the cabin air maintained. In addition to these, the top end variant is also incorporated with all four power windows with driver side auto down function, adjustable front head restraints, 2-way adjustable driver seat along with lumbar support and many other features.

Interior Measurements:

Its interior section is designed to provide maximum space and comfort to its occupants. It is available with a spacious boot compartment of 460 litres that is good enough for storing a lot of luggage and it can be increased by folding the rear seat. The fuel tank capacity of this vehicle is about 44 litres, which is reasonably good for planning longer journeys.

Engine and Performance:

This vehicle is fitted with a 1.4-litre petrol engine, under the bonnet, which comes with a displacement capacity of 1386cc. It is integrated with 4-cylinders and 16-valves using double overhead camshaft based valve configuration. It is incorporated with a multi point fuel injection supply system, which helps in delivering a decent fuel economy. This power plant can generate 90ps of power output at 6000rpm along with a peak torque yield of 116Nm at 4750rpm. It is cleverly paired with an efficient five speed manual transmission gear box, which sends the engine power to its front wheels.

Stereo and Accessories:

Apart from the base variant, the manufacturer has incorporated this sedan series with an advanced 2-DIN audio unit, which supports radio with AM/FM tuner, MP3/CD player, USB interface, Aux-in port along with playback and audio equalizer. The top end variant also has touchscreen display and satellite navigation system. The multi-functional steering wheel is mounted with audio and call control buttons. Apart from these, it has Blue five technology, infrared remote control and two speakers in front doors along with a pair of speakers in the parcel tray. At the same, the buyers can personalize the sedan with a number of accessories like alloy wheels, day time running lamps, mud flaps, body graphics, door visors, scuff plates, music system, cushion set, navigation system, leather seat covers and floor mats.

Wheels:

The flared up wheel arches are fitted with a sturdy set of 15-inch steel wheels, which are covered with 185/60 R15 sized tubeless radial tyres.

Braking and Handling:

It is blessed with a vacuum assisted independent dual circuit braking mechanism that is diagonal split with hydraulic brakes through tandem master cylinder. Its front wheels are fitted with a set of ventilated disc brakes, while rear gets conventional drum brakes. It is augmented by anti lock braking system along with electronic brake force distribution. On the other hand, its front axle is assembled with an independent lower wishbone along with McPherson strut that also has a coil spring. Whereas, the rear axle is equipped with a semi independent twist beam with similar coil spring. It is further accompanied by hydraulic shock absorbers. Then it has a rack and pinion based power steering system that has tilt adjustable function.

Safety and Security:

This Tata Manza sedan series is incorporated with a number of essential safety aspects. The list of standard features include a collapsible steering column, dual front airbags, LED high mounted stop lamp, rear doors with child safety locks, central locking system, remote controlled keyless entry and advanced engine immobilizer, which safeguards the vehicle from theft. It has a rigid body structure with side impact beams that enhances safety of the occupants sitting inside. It has seat belts for all passengers, whereas front seat belts have pretensioner and load limiters. It also has driver seat belt reminder notification on instrument panel. All these crucial and advanced features put together make this model series one of the safest vehicles in the country's car market.

Pros:

1. Fuel economy is quite good.
2. Spacious boot compartment.
3. Advanced infotainment unit with satellite navigation system.

Cons:

1. Exterior appearance can be made better.
2. Absence of alloy wheels is a big minus.
3. A few more safety features can be added.