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Originally Posted by theMAG Tsk - how is its low-end driveability? I remember the previous version was more of a highway champion.
Also, will Tata continue to sell this avatar alongwith previous avatars like before? |
Yes, it is better. As per another post, Tata changed ECU maps a year earlier, so its just the extra horses and the double DIN HU
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Originally Posted by sourabhzen Thanks Tanveer for such detailed and helpful review. I took a test drive of new Storme last week and found operating the gear lever a bit uncomfortable due to arm rest as compared to my swift (with after market arm rest). The steering wheel, though looked nice, was hard plastic and felt cheap. |
Yes, as i mentioned, shorter people will have a tough time. As for the steering I disagree. For the segment its perfectly fine. Surely not top of the line, but not "cheap"' either
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Originally Posted by BipB Dears, just took delivery of my Ex. Was wondering if the music system comes with a remote control or not. Couldn't find one, even the showroom guy seemed clue less! Can some one help me confirm if this new harmon kardon unit comes with remote control or not? |
Our review car did not have one. Only on the steering.
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Originally Posted by ISO Very much disappointed by the quality of the photo in this review. |
ISO, we concentrate on photographs when we review a new shape car, like when we reviewed the storme in 2012. For this review there are only minor changes, and the focus was the difference between old and new.
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Originally Posted by gopa99 Thanks tsk1979 for the nice review. No body better to review this update than a hard core Safari fan.
The update from Tata clearly shows a clear lack of attention from their Top Mgt to the detail, be it on the lack of a navigation unit or a dead pedal or providing the contemporary IRVM which a 15 Lakh SUV ought to have.
Any idea what is the rationale behind the 10K service interval? And I feel many owners in city driving subscribe to the fact that frequent oil changes is always a better bet on Tata Diesel Engines than saving some money on oil. |
Oil change interval is now 20,000kms. I think they kept 10,000kms interval for people who do frequent mountain and off road driving as they may prefer a shorter service interval.
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Originally Posted by rajismine Thanks for the crisp review. Well I have a Dec 14 storme and supposed to be the last batch of chasis number series in earlier storme and can add a few points:
1.) Seating position in my 2014 is better than 2012 model and same as 2015 refresh
2.) My car already came with white cabin LEDs so no change in 2015 refresh
3.) Sound behavior is a different league from 2012 model and almost same as 2015 refresh
4.) There seems to be a change in AC pipeline between 2014 and 2015 storme. The new one has that thick aluminum pipe close to firewall above the engine
5.) 2014 has flat power delivery spots in 3rd gear which I found similar in 2015 too plus found a little hint on 2nd gear too on steep inclines
6.) 2015 clutch does not have release bearing anymore making clutch softer beside being self adjusting
7.) 2015 power delivery is much more linear than 2014
Just a few points that I thought I should add
Rajeev |
Thanks Rajeev. So it appears Tata did a lot of updates on the storme, and this one just gets a different grill, different HU and 10 more horses + suspension
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Originally Posted by Libra Thank you Tanveer. You review is comprehensive and reassuring. I didn't quite understand why the vehicle wouldn't start and eventually did when you improvised. |
The vehicle stopped stating. I would crank, and there were no clicks either. So I decided to press the clutch, shift into first and the shift back into neutral with key held in crank position. And voila engine cranked. This is the only way the vehicle would start.
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Originally Posted by aviddenis Hi Tanveer. Thank you for a reassuring review. I am getting my 4X4 by the coming weekend and it was reassuring to read your review as I had based my purchase decision on TD of 2014 Storme (2WD). I was quite impressed by the ride, comfort and drivability even then and I am happy that things have only become better.
2 set of Questions for you.
First - I plan to travel to Leh in September time frame through Kaza. Looking at the rocky terrain that i will be travelling, do you think I need to get the fuel tank gaurd? and if so where can I get it. My SA at concorde motor showed his ignorance of the availability of such protection plate/gaurd
Second: What tyres were there on your review vehicle? Any views on stock tyre options? My SA says that 90% probability of getting Bridgestone tyres as stock but recently they had also got MRF clad stock. Will there be significant dip in performance (noise / grip / ride) if my truck comes with MRF? and if so, what would you recommend as a replacement?
Look to the answers and Yes- 5 stars for the review |
No need for that on the Kaza Leh circuit. That is for offroaders
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Originally Posted by ebonho Dear Tanveer, other mods,
I'm a little confused about where to continue posting Storme related stuff.
Does this thread now take over from the existing Storme mega one, or does this one only concentrate on 2015+ Stormes, and pre 2015 Storme owners post on the old one?
If so, could you lease shift my rear fog light ear/lug breaking repeat issue post to the old thread please? |
2.2 problems and questions thread is the best, as the Storme is also a Safari 2.2
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Originally Posted by AutoNoob IIRC, the suspension is carryover from 2012-13 Safari Strome (which was carryover & modified version of Aria), albeit some fine tuning. Link |
Actually no, there is one difference which I am sure off. The 2015 storme has different coil springs. The model number has changed. I am sure this is the reason for the harsher ride. Personally, I liked the older softer ride better.
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Tanveer, what is this trick. Please explain the logic behind this trick, may come handy to more Safari owners |
Have you seen those programs on TV where they get the dog whisperer, cow whisperer etc., who listens to the animals and understands what they want. Well I am the safari whisperer.
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Originally Posted by GLAD73 I was under the impression that Tata Motors was in the process of upgrading their quality control. A new vehicle run only 4000 kms suffering from starting problems and key features not working proves that they still have a long way to go. |
Yes, miles to go. No matter how much of a die hard fan of the Safari you are, the quality gremlins are very real. that said, its much better than the horror earlier 2.2s were