{"id":64706,"date":"2025-11-19T20:46:23","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T15:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/?p=64706"},"modified":"2025-11-19T20:46:23","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T15:16:23","slug":"tata-harrier-and-safari-may-soon-get-strong-hybrid-versions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/tata-harrier-and-safari-may-soon-get-strong-hybrid-versions\/","title":{"rendered":"Tata Harrier and Safari May Soon Get Strong Hybrid Versions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"clean-word-content\"><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64710\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tatas-Harrier-and-Safari-Set-Launch-On-December-9-cover-1.webp\" alt=\"Tata Harrier and Safari May Soon Get Strong Hybrid Versions Cover\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tatas-Harrier-and-Safari-Set-Launch-On-December-9-cover-1.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tatas-Harrier-and-Safari-Set-Launch-On-December-9-cover-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tatas-Harrier-and-Safari-Set-Launch-On-December-9-cover-1-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tatas-Harrier-and-Safari-Set-Launch-On-December-9-cover-1-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tatas-Harrier-and-Safari-Set-Launch-On-December-9-cover-1-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>Tata Motors is preparing a major update for its flagship SUVs bringing new petrol engines and possibly strong hybrid systems in the future<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Big Shift For Tata Motors SUVs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p>Both SUVs have been sold only with a diesel motor since their launch. This single engine setup has stayed unchanged for years. Now, a major step forward is coming. Tata Motors will introduce petrol versions of the <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/harrier\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Harrier <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/safari\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Safari <\/a>on December 9, 2025<\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1775882059-78LDOf-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 728px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; overflow: hidden;\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- Loader -->\r\n        <div class=\"comman-ads-loader\" style=\"position: absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%; display:flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; z-index:2;flex-direction: column;\">\r\n            <div style=\"width:32px; height:32px; border:3px solid #e5e7eb; border-top:3px solid #9ca3af; border-radius:50%; animation: spin 1s linear infinite;\"><\/div>\r\n            <span style=\"background-color: white;border: 1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius: 4px;padding: 2px 8px;font-size: 9px;color: #6b7280;font-weight: 600;letter-spacing: 1px;text-transform: uppercase;\">AD<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- AdSense Ad -->\r\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n             id=\"ad-1775882059-78LDOf\"\r\n             style=\"display:inline-block; width:728px; height:90px; background: transparent;\"\r\n             data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8418398772512966\"\r\n             data-ad-slot=\"8897589148\"><\/ins>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        (function(){\r\n            const container = document.getElementById('ad-1775882059-78LDOf-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1775882059-78LDOf');\r\n            const loader = container.querySelector('.comman-ads-loader');\r\n            const sizeWeb = [728, 90];\r\n            const sizeMobile = [320, 50];\r\n            const breakpoint = 768;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Load AdSense script if not already loaded\r\n            if (!document.querySelector('script[src*=\"adsbygoogle\"]')) {\r\n                const script = document.createElement('script');\r\n                script.async = true;\r\n                script.src = 'https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js';\r\n                script.crossOrigin = 'anonymous';\r\n                script.setAttribute('data-ad-client', 'ca-pub-8418398772512966');\r\n                document.head.appendChild(script);\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Function to switch sizes based on viewport\r\n            function updateAdSize() {\r\n                const isMobile = window.innerWidth <= breakpoint;\r\n                const currentSize = isMobile ? 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The new motor is rated at 170 hp and 280 Nm, giving both SUVs strong response and a comfortable driving feel<\/p> <p>The petrol line will be offered with both manual and automatic<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> gearbox options. This gives buyers more freedom to choose based on their daily travel style<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p>With these upgrades, <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tata Motors <\/a>aims to offer a refined petrol experience that works well in both city and highway driving<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tata Motors Evaluating Strong Hybrid Technology<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p>Along with the petrol rollout, a new report hints that Tata Motors is also studying strong hybrid technology for the Harrier and Safari<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The company does not offer strong hybrid engines in any of its passenger vehicles right now. But early evaluation is underway, and the Harrier and Safari could become the first models to feature this setup<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If introduced, strong hybrids will help both <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/advanced-search?carTypes=SUV\">SUVs<\/a> compete against rivals that already use this tech, including brands offering hybrid SUVs in India<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why Tata Motors May Add Strong Hybrids<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">India\u2019s SUV market is changing. Users now look for engines that deliver strong power while saving fuel. A strong hybrid fits this need well<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here\u2019s why this upgrade makes sense:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Smooth and quiet low-speed driving<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Better fuel savings in city traffic<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lower emissions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strong performance when the engine combines with the motor<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A strong hybrid behaves like an electric car at low speeds and then blends engine power when more force is needed. 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Once these versions enter the market, Tata Motors may speed up work on strong hybrid options based on buyer demand and segment growth<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If approved, the strong hybrid versions could arrive later in the decade. This would help the brand expand across petrol, diesel, hybrid, CNG and electric options<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Buyers Can Expect<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The petrol upgrade is only the first part of the plan. Once strong hybrid variants are added, users could see:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Better fuel economy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Quieter cabin feel<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lower running cost<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cleaner emissions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved city use with electric like movement<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For now, the petrol launch marks a new phase for both SUVs while strong hybrid development moves ahead in the background<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tata Motors is preparing a major update for its flagship SUVs bringing new petrol 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