Tata Zest
₹5.82 Lakhs
Ex-Showroom Price
Tata Zest
The Tata Zest was a compact sedan that brought turbocharged petrol and diesel engines, AMT gearbox, and Harman infotainment to the sub-compact sedan segment in India. Despite strong initial reviews, it was discontinued as Tata shifted focus to SUVs.
Price Breakup
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Key Specification
17.57 kmpl (petrol turbo)
Mileage
1193 cc (Petrol Turbo)
Engine Displacement
3 (Petrol)
Cylinders
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90 PS @ 5000 rpm
Max Power
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140 Nm @ 1750–3500 rpm
Max Torque
5
Sitting Capacity
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Petrol / Diesel
Fuel Type
170 mm
Ground Clearance
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396 Litres
Boot Space
Sedan
Body Type
5-speed MT / AMT
Transmission
Tata Zest variants
The Tata Zest price for the base model starts at ₹5.82 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom) and ₹6.14 Lakhs (On-Road, Noida). There are 2 variants listed below.
₹6.14 Lakhs
On-Road price
₹8.65 Lakhs
On-Road price
₹8.65 Lakhs
On-Road price
Tata Zest Colors (4)
Tata Zest Colors (4)
Venetian Red
Venetian Red
Sky Grey
Platinum Silver
Pristine White
Tata Zest Latest Updates
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The Tata Zest has been discontinued and is no longer available new.
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The Zest was one of the first cars in India to offer an AMT gearbox in a compact sedan body style.
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Used Zest units are available in the second-hand market at ₹2–5 lakh.
Performance and driveability
The turbocharged petrol gave the Zest a peppy character uncommon in compact sedans. The diesel AMT was a practical and innovative combination for city commuters.
Interior and features
The Zest offered Harman infotainment, automatic climate control, and ConnectNext technology — features ahead of its segment rivals in 2014.
Who should buy
Relevant only in the used car market as a budget compact sedan. The Tigor offers a superior modern alternative with better safety and features.
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How is Tata Zest
Pros
- •Turbocharged petrol — unusual feature in a compact sedan.
- •396-litre boot — best in class for its segment.
- •Harman audio and ConnectNext infotainment ahead of its time.
Cons
- •Discontinued — no new units or declining spare parts.
- •Only 2 airbags — below modern safety expectations.
- •Tata's service quality was average during this era.
User Review
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Q. The Tata Zest was supposed to compete with the Maruti Swift Dzire — does a used Zest still make sense in 2026?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Zest compact sedan (2014–2018) brought an important quality step for Tata: a proper touchscreen, AMT availability, and a well-proportioned 3-box body that the Dzire has long dominated. As a 2026 used buy in the ₹3–5 lakh range, the Zest offers more boot space and a slightly more premium cabin than an equivalent-era Alto-based competitor. Honest comparison: a used Dzire of similar vintage will still command stronger resale and have demonstrably deeper service access, making it the safer financial choice for most buyers.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Is the Zest's AMT variant reliable — was Tata's early automated manual transmission actually good?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Zest AMT was among the earliest Indian compact sedan AMT implementations and was noticeably jerky in slow stop-start traffic — a characteristic of early AMT calibration across most brands at that time. Later dealer software updates improved the smoothness somewhat, but the Zest AMT never matched the seamless feel of Maruti's AMT or Honda's DCT. For predominantly highway use, it's adequate; for heavy city commuting, the manual variant's gearbox is more predictable and enjoyable. Check that any used AMT example has had its software updated and shows no jerk at low-speed shifts.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. How does the Zest's boot space and family practicality compare to the Dzire and Amaze for a family of 4 that carries luggage frequently?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Zest offers a respectable 396-litre boot — slightly larger than the first-gen Dzire and comparable to the Honda Amaze. The cabin is well-proportioned and the rear seat accommodates two adults comfortably, though the middle seat is tight for a third adult on long journeys, which is true of all cars in this class. For a family of 4 who travels with one large bag and two cabin bags, the Zest's boot handles it without drama — it's not a limitation in its intended use case.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. What real-world mileage should a used Zest diesel buyer expect — is the efficiency claim from the brochure still reflected in older cars?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Zest 1.3L RPTO diesel ARAI rating of ~20 kmpl was ambitious even when new; real-world figures settled at 16–18 kmpl in mixed conditions. A used example in good mechanical condition can still return 14–16 kmpl realistically — meaningful savings against the petrol at 2026 fuel costs. High-mileage diesel Zests with injector wear or EGR issues will underperform these figures, which is a clear signal to test fuel economy on a pre-purchase drive and get a diesel injector assessment done.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Is the Zest's long-term ownership reliable — any specific components that tend to fail on high-mileage examples?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Common Zest long-term issues include wear on the gear linkage (imprecise shifts on high-mileage manuals), the electric power steering occasionally losing consistency, and some reports of rear suspension bushing wear on cars used heavily on rough roads. The Quadrajet diesel engine itself is durable when maintained, but the Bosch fuel injection system requires quality fuel and timely filter changes to stay reliable. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic focusing on these areas will protect buyers from inheriting the platform's known weak points.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
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