The Ultimate Guide to the Upcoming Tata Blackbird SUV: Top 11 Things You Need to Know – Specs, Features, Price, and Competitors Unveiled

1. Tata Blackbird – The Hyundai Creta Rival

It would appear that the domestic automaker keeps a wary eye on the SUV market. Except for the revised Harrier and the Tata Safari 7-seater variant. The automaker is planning to release a new compact SUV to go up against the Hyundai Creta in the premium SUV market.

One of the most-anticipated upcoming Tata vehicles in the Indian market is the Tata Blackbird compact SUV. In the not-too-distant future, the new Blackbird will be available for purchase by individuals for use in the home. This SUV falls between the company’s subcompact Tata Nexon and its midsize Tata Harrier models.

While the premium compact SUV market is not as competitive or as lucrative as the sub-4m SUV market, it does attract a sizable and loyal fan base and maintains consistent monthly sales. Tata has been mum on the subject of when we can expect to see the debut of the Tata Blackbird, but speculation has it that we might see it sometime in late 2021, once the pandemic has died down a bit.

We’ve seen a lot of rendered images of the new Tata SUV, Blackbird, and there have been lots of rumours about it. Tata’s models have been selling well in recent months, so we have high hopes that the introduction of this new car will propel the company to new heights. The Tata Blackbird, when it is released, will compete head-on with the Hyundai Creta, the current market leader among compact sport utility vehicles.

2. Tata Blackbird Price

Estimates put the pricing of the Tata Blackbird above that of the Tata Nexon but below that of the Tata Harrier. The current pricing for a Tata Nexon ranges from about Rs 7.09 to Rs 12.79 Lakh (ex-showroom), while the Tata Harrier can be purchased for anywhere from about Rs 13.99 to Rs 20.45 Lakh (ex-showroom).

The Tata Blackbird will have an advantage over its competitors because Tata has been aggressively pricing its newest model, and because it is an Indian-made SUV. The Tata Blackbird is expected to follow the same formula that has made Tata’s cars more attractive, safer, and more successful in terms of performance, making it a more affordable SUV option.

3. Tata Blackbird Highlights

Not much is known at this time regarding the Tata Blackbird’s most notable features. In any case, the car may have a unique selling proposition in the form of innovative features that make it competitive with the highly equipped Hyundai Creta.

The Tata Blackbird, which will make its debut at the Auto Expo 2020, boasts a number of high-tech features, including a huge touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Mirrorlink, and a digital instrument cluster, as well as numerous safety enhancements.

The engine specification of the Tata Blackbird is not revealed but it could get a BS-VI 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine sourced from the Tata Nexon but for a higher state of tune. Another 1.5-liter diesel motor may also be available.

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4. Should I Wait For The Tata Blackbird?

If you need a car but aren’t in a rush to get one right now, the Tata Blackbird might be worth the wait. It is widely believed that once the Tata Blackbird is released, it would dominate the SUV market. Keep in mind, though, that Tata hasn’t made any formal confirmation on the launch of the Blackbird, and that the introduction of the Tata Blackbird could be further delayed due to the current Covid-19 situation. If you’re a real Tata’s fanboy, the Blackbird is still worth the wait. Read Autohexa for the most recent information on the Tata Blackbird’s release date, price, and other specifications.

5. Upcoming Tata Blackbird Exterior Design

The rumoured length of the forthcoming Tata Blackbird is 4.2 meters. When released, it will be the first AMP product to not adhere to the 4,000 mm length limit that Indian automakers impose on ICE-powered models in order to reduce GST. The vehicle will take cues from Tata’s Nexon and Harrier while also being based on the company’s Impact design language. Like the Harrier and Safari, it could get daytime running lights atop the vehicle and bumper-mounted headlights. Even though it may be too soon to describe the car’s design, we anticipate the same features from the manufacturers. The car’s final design is still in the works.

6. Upcoming Tata Blackbird Interior:

The Blackbird’s cabin may feature a streamlined, minimalist layout, with a stacked dashboard and floating touchscreen. The SUV from Tata comes with a two-spoke wheel as standard equipment. The Tata Blackbird has a power moonroof, a 10 inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and MirrorLink, a two spoke steering wheel, wireless charging, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, cruise control, and a cooled glove-box.

7. Upcoming Tata Blackbird Engine:

Both a 1.2-liter, three-cylinder turbo petrol engine providing 130 horsepower and 178 Nm of torque, and a 1.5-liter, four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 118 hp and 270 Nm of torque, are available as powertrain options for the new Tata Blackbird. A six-speed manual gearbox comes standard, while a six-speed automatic is available for the 1.2- and 1.5-liter models.

Petrol engine	Upcoming Tata Blackbird
Engine type	1.2-litre Revotorq turbocharged petrol engine
Displacement	1,199 cc
No. of cylinders	3
Power	130 bhp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque	178 Nm @ 1,750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed Manual or torque-converter Automatic
Emission Standard	BS-6
Drivetrain	FWD
Driving Range	– kmrs
Diesel engine	Upcoming Tata Blackbird
Engine type	1.5-litre Revotorq turbocharged diesel engine
Displacement	1,497 cc
No. of cylinders	4
Power	118 bhp @ 4,200 rpm
Torque	270 Nm @ 2,250 rpm
Transmission	6-speed Manual or CVT-Automatic
Emission Standard	BS-6
Drivetrain	FWD
Driving Range	– kmrs

Tata Blackbird – Dimensions & Weight
Length	4,358 mm
Width	1,830 mm
Height	1,670 mm
Wheelbase	2,630 mm
Ground Clearance	205 mm
Capacity
No. of Doors	5-Doors
Seating Capacity	5-Person
No. of Seating Rows	2-Rows
Bootspace	385-litres
Fuel Tank Capacity	50-litres
Suspensions, Brakes & Steering
Front Suspension	McPherson Suspension with Lower Triangular Links and Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Twist Beam Axle
Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres	205 / 60 R16, 205 / 55 R17
Rear Tyres	205 / 60 R16, 205 / 55 R17

8. Upcoming Tata Blackbird – Mileage:

Fuel Type	Transmission	ARAI Mileage
Petrol (1199 cc)	Manual	17.4 kmpl
Petrol( 1199 cc)	Automatic (Torque-Converter)	16.5 kmpl
Petrol(1497 cc)	Manual	22.4 kmpl
Petrol(1497 cc)	Automatic (CVT)	22.4 kmpl

9. Upcoming Tata Blackbird – Features:

Standard Features:-

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