On the Tata Bolt Hatchback

humyum · 9th July 2014, 17:04

If I were Mahindra now, I would look at this closely and then with the acceptance of the BOLT and ZEST, come up with cars on similar lines but with bettering Tata in every department.

extreme_torque · 9th July 2014, 17:39

I just hope and pray that they have not compromised on the quality of plastics. I have always found Tata cars to be wanting in that area, even the much vaunted Aria.

AutoIndian · 9th July 2014, 17:46

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Originally Posted by extreme_torque

I just hope and pray that they have not compromised on the quality of plastics. I have always found Tata cars to be wanting in that area, even the much vaunted Aria.

that the TATA car's plastics are not so good in fit and finish. However they are quite durable. I can say this after 10 years of ownership. Plastic parts have not faded or cracked. In fact when I was hit by an Accent on my left side B pillar, both my left side doors were damaged. I had to replace the front door and get the rear door dented and painted. Such was the impact that the seat belt housing near B pillar cracked, but it did not fell apart.

arjab · 9th July 2014, 17:46

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Originally Posted by Nicky

i just read this article about AMT:
http://overdrive.in/news/maruti-suzu...-transmission/

it says,
hope AMT in TATA cars lives upto the expections (not so high though).

Mahindra's using Marelli unit? Is this a recent development? M&M were talking to and had almost finalised a deal with Ricardo - maybe they have had second thoughts

damager21 · 9th July 2014, 18:31

More pics from the #ZestDrive.
*Notice the difference in variant badge between pics 1 & 2 - XT & XMA
*Notice the difference in design of alloy wheel / wheel cover between pics 3 & 4
*Notice the difference in DRLs between pics 3 & 4 (Missing in pic 3)
*Pic 6 reveals silver Zest

Going by the same number plates in Pic 1 & 4, I think XT is the highest variant as it has alloy wheels & DRLs. This also explains the difference in screen size of infotainment as pointed out by fellow BHPians.

Source: Pics posted on Twitter by auto journos

madhu33 · 9th July 2014, 19:01

This Zest in Blue color is really Drool material.
Never seen a compact sedan looking so good .
Will be interesting to watch how it is received by the market.

Abhi_abarth · 9th July 2014, 19:02

If this is just the Zest drive can some one tell me when is the Bolt slated for launch ?

Only the zest is being covered in all the ads and I wonder when will Bolt come into picture.

gsurya · 9th July 2014, 19:03

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Originally Posted by Abhi_abarth

If this is just the Zest drive can some one tell me when is the Bolt slated for launch ?

Only the zest is being covered in all the ads and I wonder when Bolt will come into picture.

Apparently Bolt will be released a month after Zest.

Abhi_abarth · 9th July 2014, 19:08

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Originally Posted by gsurya

Apparently Bolt will be released a month after Zest.

With Polo and punto rumored to be launched within this month I think this is the best time to bring in the bolt too.

Maybe TML wants to focus on one product launch at a time to avoid dilution of buyers interest which is a good move though.

shashi63 · 9th July 2014, 20:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by damager21

More pics from the #ZestDrive.
*Notice the difference in variant badge between pics 1 & 2 - XT & XMA
*Notice the difference in design of alloy wheel / wheel cover between pics 3 & 4
*Notice the difference in DRLs between pics 3 & 4 (Missing in pic 3)
*Pic 6 reveals silver Zest

Source: Pics posted on Twitter by auto journos

From what i see this is drool material. Looks really good.. Waiting for the official T-BHP review. WOW.got to drive this babe. She looks awesome!

RSR · 9th July 2014, 20:37

From the pictures, I suspect the AMT version is not going to be offered in the top-variant (with LED DRLs and alloy wheels with fewer spokes). I hope it comes with at least a driver airbag and ABS, though.

I also hope the picture of the rear seat posted above is one of the AMT version (i.e. not the top trim level). A rear centre armrest is missing in the picture, which is a must in this segment (as most competitors already have it).

damager21 · 9th July 2014, 21:17

29 features of Tata Zest presented to jurnos at the media drive in Goa. Can't wait for Team BHP review

Source: Pics posted on Twitter by auto journos

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bread · 10th July 2014, 02:08

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Originally Posted by damager21

29 features of Tata Zest presented to jurnos at the media drive in Goa. Can't wait for Team BHP review

Source: Pics posted on Twitter by auto journos
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Why are the photos so saturated with colour? unedited photos would be better i think.

malq · 10th July 2014, 07:31

If only Tata Motors spent a fraction of the money and energy that they spend on marketing and media on real after-sales and service to real customers then they would stand a chance. As an example, in urban markets like Delhi and Mumbai, what is the reality of after-sales and service is something known to every owner of an automobile.

Nobody makes a bad car. But the life-cycle cost, the warranty effectiveness, the fuel economy - these are numbers which people crunch in their minds and then, at that juncture, fancy photographs from media who is there because of fine food and raiment is not really going to do it.

Other manufacturers have realised this, and I can only ask Tata Motors to do introspection, and see how customers are treated by Hyundai and Maruti, how existing high-usage (not high-end) customers are quietly provided forthcoming cars on total media blackout to test drive and run for a few days, and how genuine feedback is taken as a positive and not as a negative.

groom · 10th July 2014, 09:09

Here is the interior pic from twitter.

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humyum Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 2,757 Thanked: 5,461 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback If I were Mahindra now, I would look at this closely and then with the acceptance of the BOLT and ZEST, come up with cars on similar lines but with bettering Tata in every department.
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extreme_torque Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Melbourne Posts: 4,384 Thanked: 5,150 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback I just hope and pray that they have not compromised on the quality of plastics. I have always found Tata cars to be wanting in that area, even the much vaunted Aria.
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damager21 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Mumbai Posts: 776 Thanked: 2,448 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback More pics from the #ZestDrive. Notice the difference in variant badge between pics 1 & 2 - XT & XMA Notice the difference in design of alloy wheel / wheel cover between pics 3 & 4 Notice the difference in DRLs between pics 3 & 4 (Missing in pic 3) Pic 6 reveals silver Zest Going by the same number plates in Pic 1 & 4, I think XT is the highest variant as it has alloy wheels & DRLs. This also explains the difference in screen size of infotainment as pointed out by fellow BHPians. Source: Pics posted on Twitter by auto journos Attached Thumbnails Last edited by damager21 : 9th July 2014 at 18:53.
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madhu33 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Mumbai Posts: 350 Thanked: 298 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback This Zest in Blue color is really Drool material. Never seen a compact sedan looking so good . Will be interesting to watch how it is received by the market.
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Abhi_abarth BHPian Join Date: May 2012 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 498 Thanked: 345 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback If this is just the Zest drive can some one tell me when is the Bolt slated for launch ? Only the zest is being covered in all the ads and I wonder when will Bolt come into picture. Last edited by Abhi_abarth : 9th July 2014 at 19:05. Reason: Fixed typo
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RSR Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chennai Posts: 1,803 Thanked: 6,579 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback From the pictures, I suspect the AMT version is not going to be offered in the top-variant (with LED DRLs and alloy wheels with fewer spokes). I hope it comes with at least a driver airbag and ABS, though. I also hope the picture of the rear seat posted above is one of the AMT version (i.e. not the top trim level). A rear centre armrest is missing in the picture, which is a must in this segment (as most competitors already have it). Last edited by RSR : 9th July 2014 at 20:40.
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damager21 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Mumbai Posts: 776 Thanked: 2,448 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback 29 features of Tata Zest presented to jurnos at the media drive in Goa. Can't wait for Team BHP review Source: Pics posted on Twitter by auto journos
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10th July 2014, 07:31	#899
malq BANNED Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Delhi Posts: 173 Thanked: 164 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback If only Tata Motors spent a fraction of the money and energy that they spend on marketing and media on real after-sales and service to real customers then they would stand a chance. As an example, in urban markets like Delhi and Mumbai, what is the reality of after-sales and service is something known to every owner of an automobile. Nobody makes a bad car. But the life-cycle cost, the warranty effectiveness, the fuel economy - these are numbers which people crunch in their minds and then, at that juncture, fancy photographs from media who is there because of fine food and raiment is not really going to do it. Other manufacturers have realised this, and I can only ask Tata Motors to do introspection, and see how customers are treated by Hyundai and Maruti, how existing high-usage (not high-end) customers are quietly provided forthcoming cars on total media blackout to test drive and run for a few days, and how genuine feedback is taken as a positive and not as a negative.
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groom BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 224 Thanked: 372 Times	re: On the Tata Bolt Hatchback Here is the interior pic from twitter.
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