Tata Motors At Auto Expo 2020 HBX Concept Sub-4m SUV Unveiled For India To Rival Maruti Suzuki Ignis
- Based on the Altroz's ALFA Arc platform.
- Likely to be powered by BS6 a 1.2-litre petrol engine from the Tiago hatchbacks.
- Taller and wider than the Nexon sub-4m SUV.
- Will go up against the Maruti Suzuki Ignis and Mahindra KUV100.
rival which is likely to be priced upwards of Rs 5 lakh when launched.
Tata's compact SUV is 154mm shorter in length than the. However, it is 11mm wider and stands 28mm taller than its longer sibling. Although the reduced length may result in lower boot capacity, the HBX's boxy shape and added girth and height could give it more room with the seats down.
First unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, the HBX shares its ALFA Arc platform with the Altroz. Its front fascia features-like proportions. A large skid plate occupies the front bumper and LED DRLs flank the oversized upper grille. Like the Nexon, the HBX features a downward-sloping roofline, but its window line isn't as sharply raked as its slightly longer sibling. This could translate to a larger window area in the production model.
Inside, the SUV features a floating infotainment touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also has steering-mounted controls, a multi-information driver's display, and climate control.
Under the bonnet, the HBX is likely to borrow the Tiago hatchback's 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine good for 86PS and 114Nm. Since the 1.05-litre diesel engine has been discontinued in the Tiago, the HBX is not likely to have a diesel variant. A standard 5-speed manual may be complemented by an AMT automatic gearbox option at launch.
The HBX will go up against the and Maruti Suzuki Ignis. Its butch styling and upright stance could give it the edge against the segment. We expect prices to start at Rs 5 lakh and a launch in late-2020.
By Sukrit Kumar February 05, 2020 at 03:02PM
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