[sourabhzen]

Originally Posted by black_rider

I think, vehicle width should not include those protrusions, creates a skewed perspective. Or if they really want to give that info, so that people can keep clearances in mind, they should explicitly mention the actual vehicle width also.

I don't think people judge a vehicle by reading those dimensions. I can guarantee that majority can't even comprehend these figures in mm leave alone forming a perspective.

[PrasannaDhana]

Are you guys sure that additional width is due to inclusion of side steps? If I am not wrong, it must be the orvms included and not the side steps.

[tsk1979]

Originally Posted by black_rider

No wonder the Safari looks tall and narrow. 1965mm is inflated width because of those side steps! I always thought those steps were an accessory.

I think, vehicle width should not include those protrusions, creates a skewed perspective. Or if they really want to give that info, so that people can keep clearances in mind, they should explicitly mention the actual vehicle width also.

Thanks a lot

No, nothing is inflated. If you go to safari website, they clearly give width with and without side steps.
And these are not an accessory. They are very much a standard fitment, like rear view mirrors.

Originally Posted by PrasannaDhana

Are you guys sure that additional width is due to inclusion of side steps? If I am not wrong, it must be the orvms included and not the side steps.

You can check out the specifications on safari web page of TML

[PrasannaDhana]

This image doesn't include side steps. Next pic is a screenshot from TML page. 1855mm without side steps.

[Libra]

In the new version (safari storme 400) if the increased performance is due to an engine tuning job, is it possible to get that done in the existing version once warranty etc is over?

[mayank0782]

Originally Posted by comfortablynumb

Will the VX be available only with 400 NM or 320 NM too?

Cheers,
Vikram

I think TATA will keep the VX variant available only in VARICOR 400 tune. A top end version with the engine in lower state of tune will not make much sense.

All in all, two good announcements by our Indian manufacturers this week. (XUV AT and Storme VARICOR 400)

[apachelongbow]

Originally Posted by Libra

In the new version (safari storme 400) if the increased performance is due to an engine tuning job, is it possible to get that done in the existing version once warranty etc is over?

Try a good tuning box. Most are plug and play (doesn't affect warranty). Most give about 400nm of torque and increase bhp to between 150 to 170 bhp (claimed). Best of all, all this at the press of a remote key .

[ebonho]

concerns

Originally Posted by apachelongbow

Try a good tuning box. Most are plug and play (doesn't affect warranty). Most give about 400nm of torque and increase bhp to between 150 to 170 bhp (claimed). Best of all, all this at the press of a remote key .

Have you gone that route already?

Which is the best box available?

Cost?

Hit on fuel mileage?

Would be nice to have more grunt for highway runs.

Can the tyres and the engine/gearbox take the increased performance?

P.S. You could PM me also please in case of speed or warranty concerns.

[dkamath]

Originally Posted by sourabhzen

Hypothetically, would you pay additional 80-100 K for 400NM version if you had a choice?

Considering it is going to be "the" engine and transmission pair on the upcoming Hexa, making it future-proof, I would've gone for it, if the choice existed back then.

On a side note, for me, removal of heated ORVM's from the EX variant was another factor in favour of VX. If the EX refresh still had it, it would've been a dicey situation again

Hi Raj, by chance, do you have any info if the gear ratios have been revised for all gears, or is it a 6th gear that's added to the transmission? If it's the same ratios on the 5 forward gears, fuel efficiency might still remain the same in pure city drive conditions.

[DriveOnceMore]

Safari Storme with Varicor 400 engine launched at a price of 13.52 lakhs! Almost 40k over the previous Storme. Available only in VX trim.

[ebonho]

Originally Posted by dkamath

Considering it is going to be "the" engine and transmission pair on the upcoming Hexa, making it future-proof, I would've gone for it, if the choice existed back then.

On a side note, for me, removal of heated ORVM's from the EX variant was another factor in favour of VX. If the EX refresh still had it, it would've been a dicey situation again

Hi Raj, by chance, do you have any info if the gear ratios have been revised for all gears, or is it a 6th gear that's added to the transmission? If it's the same ratios on the 5 forward gears, fuel efficiency might still remain the same in pure city drive conditions.

Some sources tell me that the 6-speed box had some initial shifting gremlins.

The description by a member here, of a "rubbery" feel, is also what I've heard.

Yes, the 400 Nm 156 Bhp engine I would have swallowed whole and clutched closely and lovingly to me chest in a jealous embrace were I to have been given the choice in 2013.

Man, just look at how this Indian giant has taken the fight to the accepted Gold Standard of SUVs in India.

And the price they demand for it.

Jai Hind. Jai Maharashtra. Jai Tata.

[sourabhzen]

Originally Posted by DriveOnceMore

Safari Storme with Varicor 400 engine launched at a price of 13.52 lakhs! Almost 40k over the previous Storme. Available only in VX trim.

That's more than expectation. What is the source of this information please?

[DriveOnceMore]

Originally Posted by sourabhzen

That's more than expectation. What is the source of this information please?

Just Google it. Many sites have posted this news today.

[narayan]

Originally Posted by narayan

Guys
What could be approx resale value for my 2013 August Storme Lx - run around 37000kms and in pristine condition with Gold AMC and Extended warranty. All service records available. New Storme Lx comes to around 12.4 lakhs on road before discounts including AMC and EA ( incidentally Lx is no longer shown in the offical website ). I presume a good bargainer can get it for around 11.9lakhs.

Is it fair to expect around 9.5lakhs ?

I might have to go for an overseas assignment and in which case will have to say good bye to the beast

Guys
I have to now let go the Storme. The beast has done 40700kms so far with absolutely no breakdowns or issues. I have put up ads in various websites. In case any of you know someone who is interested, you can PM me. Thanks.

[ACM]

Originally Posted by black_rider

Have a question about Storme's width. Its mentioned 1965 mm everywhere on the internet. Does this number include wing mirrors as well?

If not, then according to numbers Storme is as tall/narrow as a Fortuner, in fact, slightly better W/H than Fortuner.
Storme (WxH) = 1965 x 1922
Fortuner (WxH) = 1840 x 1850

What is the front and rear track of Storme, compared to Fortuner?

Originally Posted by black_rider

No wonder the Safari looks tall and narrow. 1965mm is inflated width because of those side steps! I always thought those steps were an accessory.

I think, vehicle width should not include those protrusions, creates a skewed perspective. Or if they really want to give that info, so that people can keep clearances in mind, they should explicitly mention the actual vehicle width also.

Thanks a lot

As mentioned by TSK Width includes Side Steps / Wing Mirrors, which ever is outermost.

Of course both figures are available.

The major issue is Height. The Width is Fine in reality. And that too height that is unused within the vehicle.