Tata Indica
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Tata Indica
The Tata Indica holds the distinction of being India's first fully indigenously designed passenger car. Launched in 1998, it transformed affordable motoring in India with its spacious interior, diesel efficiency, and Tata's widespread service network. A true legend in Indian automotive history.
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Key Specification
1405 cc (Diesel)
Engine Displacement
4
Cylinders
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71 PS (Diesel)
Max Power
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135 Nm (Diesel)
Max Torque
5
Seating Capacity
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Diesel / Petrol
Fuel Type
170 mm
Ground Clearance
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235 Litres
Boot Space
Hatchback
Body Type
5-speed MT
Transmission
Tata Indica variants
Tata price for the base model starts at (on-road Mumbai). 0 variants are listed below.
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Tata Indica Colors (3)
Tata Indica Colors (3)
Pearl White
Pearl White
Candy Red
Frost Silver
Tata Indica Latest Updates
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The Tata Indica is discontinued — a legendary chapter in Indian automotive history.
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The Indica was the first fully indigenously designed and manufactured car in India, launched in 1998.
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Millions of Indians owned an Indica — it dominated the taxi and personal car segments for over a decade.
Performance and driveability
The diesel Indica was renowned for its exceptional fuel economy, often returning 20+ kmpl in mixed driving. The diesel engine was reliable and easy to maintain, contributing to its massive success as a taxi.
Interior and features
The Indica had a surprisingly spacious interior for its class, earning it the nickname 'big small car.' Features were basic but practical, with AC and power windows available in upper trims.
Who should buy
Of historical interest only. The Indica is discontinued. For similar utility, the Tata Tiago offers a far superior modern alternative at comparable price points in the used market.
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How is Tata Indica
Pros
- •India's first indigenously designed car — a historic milestone.
- •Exceptional diesel fuel economy for its era.
- •Spacious interior nicknamed 'big small car'.
Cons
- •Discontinued — purely of historic/collector interest.
- •No modern safety features whatsoever.
- •Outdated by modern automotive standards.
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