TATA XENON

TATA XENON

The XENON with superior styling and comfort features is a versatile pick up available in  single cab and double cab versions with payload options to suit varied business requirements. Stylish looks and comfortable interiors coupled with superior fuel economy

By Gerald Ferreira7 October 20114 min read

The XENON with superior styling and comfort features is a versatile pick up available in  single cab and double cab versions with payload options to suit varied business requirements. Stylish looks and comfortable interiors coupled with superior fuel economy

Tata Xenon Bakkie


make this vehicle an ideal choice for business or leisure applications.

The XENON has an impressive list of features that gives it the competitive edge among
other lifestyle bakkie options on the market.

Xenon 2L Cargo

POWER-TRAIN: The XENON is powered by a 103 KW, 2.2L common rail diesel engine
with churns out a heady torque of 320Nm @ 1700 – 2700 RPM range. A 5-speed synchromesh gearbox with well-distributed gear ratios and electronic shift-on-the-fly 4WD with limited slip differential facilitate easy and efficient driving.

SUSPENSION: The XENON is equipped with an independent front suspension with double wishbone & torsion bar and rigid suspension with parabolic leaf spring at the rear which enables maximum passenger comfort and high load carrying capacity.

BRAKES: Efficient and powerful braking is achieved by vacuum assisted hydraulic  service brakes independently operating on the front and rear wheels. ABS is a standard fitment on the 2.2 range.

Tata Xenon Bakkie

STEERING:. The tiltable Power steering wheel provides personalized comfort and
ensures a comfortable driving experience.

EXTERIORS: The XENON has a heavy duty all steel non integral double skinned load area with a ribbed floor. It has a 90 degree hinged tailgate that is secured by a single recessed lever facilitating easy loading and unloading.

There is an additional provision for fixing a canopy on to the load body. Alloy wheels, fog lamps and body coloured bumpers also come as standard fitment in the double cab version

Tata Xenon Inside

INTERIORS: XENON has spacious and comfortable interiors with stylised door trims with arm rest, cup holders, HVAC, CD player, electric power windows and electrically controlled outer rear view mirrors.

The XENON is more than just a Bakkie, it is the ultimate multitasking machine.

The XENON 2.2 Double cab 4×4 is lightest on the fuel with it winning the Total Economy run in Double cab 4×4 category.

The fuel efficiency in total economy run was 8.11 litres/100 km .

The XENON 2.2 spare parts basket is one of the least expensive in the country which
means lower cost of service spares, maintenance and accidental spares.

As per the Gerotek fuel efficiency tests, the XENON single cab range was found to be one of the most fuel efficient pickups among the major 1T bakkie players in the market.

The XENON 4×4 is aptly described as an adventurous bakkie that confidently yearns for the challenge of the roughest 4×4 terrain. It has a 26 degree approach angle and 22 degree departure angle in addition to an exceptional turning radius.

This coupled with the heady torque of 320Nm at a wide range of RPM’s (1700 to 2700) enables it to tackle the most challenging 4×4 trail. Another useful aspect of this bakkie is the “Shift on the Fly” feature. This feature allows the driver to change into 4×2 or a 4×4 drive without having to come to a complete stop.

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