Tata Winger
Vorlage:Infobox Automobile The Tata Winger is a mini van launched by Tata Motors in 2007 [1] .
Launch
In June 2007 Tata Motors launched the Tata Winger, on a new platform along with the passenger variant of the Ace, named Magic. According to Tata Motors Vice-President (sales and marketing) Mr Shyam Mani, the company's objective is "to change the way an average Indian travels." [2] Tata Motors' two new vehicles Magic and Winger will attempt to cater to the two ends of the light commercial passenger segment [3].
It can seat 9 to 13 passengers, comes with generous saloon space, spacious headroom and legroom, and wide luggage space. Passenger comfort has been further enhanced with all front-facing seats and, depending on the variant, will come with magazine pockets, bottle holders, spot lamps and grab handles, besides provision for a music system.
Variants
The Winger is being offered in six variants and two seating configurations too. The top-end luxury, flat roof, air-conditioned variant is a ten-seater, while the remaining five versions are offered as either 13 or 14 seaters, taking the total number of variants to 11.
The fully enclosed body with moulded interior panels, uniquely placed fuel tank, a seat belt for every seat, child lock, fog lamps and a rear demister (compartment ventilation fan) provide complete safety and good comfort for all the passengers.
The Winger is powered by a modified version of the 2-litre diesel engine that is currently offered on the Tata Sumo. This 1948 cc engine comes with a turbo-charged, inter-cooled (TCIC) version in all the variants, except in the smaller length, entry-level Winger van. The non-turbo-charged version of the engine develops a peak power of Vorlage:Auto bhp compared to the Vorlage:Auto bhp that the TCIC version puts out.
Transmission and suspension
The Winger van is front-wheel-driven and except for the base variant, which meets Bharat Stage II emission norms, the rest are BS-III compliant. The Winger's suspension ensures both ride comfort and load carrying capacity, while the vehicle's monocoque design minimises noise, vibration and harshness.
The Winger standard, deluxe and luxury variants are backed with a 1.5 lakh km/18-month warranty. Prices start at Rs 4.70 lakh (ex-showroom, Pune).
Target segments
Tata Motors' two new vehicles, Magic and Winger, are expected to cater to the two ends of the taxi segment. The Winger, which is a sturdier and more refined product, will attempt to wrestle market share in the Staff (ITES/ BPO employees) transportation segments, Hotel & Inter-urban Tourist segments, Airport drop & pickup etc.
Both the Magic and the Winger are being launched nation-wide, starting with Maharashtra and Gujarat, after which availability will be extended to other parts of the country in a phased manner.
External links
References
- ↑ Tata launches Magic and Winger. Dance with Shadows.com, 19. Juni 2007, abgerufen am 11. Januar 2008.
- ↑ Tata Motors introduces Magic & Winger, Tata Motors, Juni. Abgerufen am 11. Januar 2008
- ↑ Tata Motors introduces Magic & Winger, Money Control.com, Juni. Abgerufen am 11. Januar 2008