Tata Harrier SUV ahead of its scheduled January 2019 launch
Accordingly the Tata Harrier has been spotted testing at various places throughout India, but we have just received images of the SUV being put through its paces at the Kari Motor Speedway near Coimbatore. The images suggest the Harrier was being tested for stability and high-speed cornering ability, perhaps to fine tune suspension and steering settings.
The Harrier test mule, still draped in camouflage, was fitted with 16-inch wheels with meaty 235/70 R16 tyres, similar to what’s seen on lower spec Hexas. However, going by Tata Motor’s description of models that have been built to its Impact Design 2.0 philosophy and sport segment-leading wheel data-sizes, it is expected the Harrier will get larger wheels in its final form. Top versions of the Hyundai Creta, an SUV that the Harrier will compete with, for reference, ride on 215/60 R17 tyres.
The final form of the Harrier remains a mystery but
spy shots and official renderings have given a good idea of what to expect. The
five-seat Harrier will carry many of the H5X’s radical design details, and what
is also known is that the model will be launched with a 2.0-litre diesel
engine.