Tata Harrier Dual Tone launched at a slight premium over top-spec XZ variant
Only available with the top-spec XZ variant
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Available in two shades- Calisto Copper and Orcus White, both with a black roof.
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Priced at a premium of Rs 20,000 over the XZ monotone variant.
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No interior or mechanical changes at all.
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Rivals like Hyundai Creta, Jeep Compass and upcoming Kia Seltos are available with dual-tone options
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The MG Hector and Mahindra XUV500 miss out on any dual-tone colour options.
Just days after teasing it, Tata Motors has launched the dual-tone variant of the Harrier at Rs 16.76 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It’s available in two shades- Calisto Copper and Orcus White, both of which are finished with a black roof. The dual-tone shades are only available with the top-spec XZ variant which is priced at a premium of Rs 20,000 over the monotone variant. Those who want their Harrier in a monotone shade have five options- Orcus White, Calisto Copper, Ariel Silver, Thermisto Gold and Telesto Grey. If you’re wondering, there’s no update to the interior colours or mechanicals.
| Tata Harrier | XZ | XZ (Dual Tone) | Difference |
| Price (ex-showroom) | Rs 16.56 lakh | Rs 16.76 lakh | Rs 20,000 |
The Tata Harrier is now priced from Rs 13 lakh to Rs 16.76 lakh (ex-showroom). The Harrier’s rivals like the Creta, Compass and the soon-to-be-launched Kia Seltos also come with dual-tone shades. That said, SUVs like the MG Hector and the Mahindra XUV500 do not get any dual-tone colour options.
Here's what Tata had to say about the Harrier dual tone in its official press statement.
Press Release:
Tata Motors celebrates 10,000 customers for its flagship SUV- Harrier, launches dual tone color options
Mumbai, July 2, 2019: Tata Motors today announced that it has crossed 10,000 customers for its flagship SUV- Harrier since its launch in January 2019. As part of the celebrations, the company launched dual tone colour options on the Harrier.
The dual tone options will be available in two colours Calisto Copper and Orcus White on top-of-the-line XZ variant. The stunning black contrast roof will further enhance the appeal for Harrier, which is already appreciated for its unmistakable road presence. The Harrier range starts at 12.99 Lakhs and the dual tone options will be priced at 16.76 Lakhs ex-showroom Delhi
Commenting on the introduction of the dual tone options, Mr. Sibendra Barman – Vice President, Sales Marketing and Customer Support, Passenger Vehicle Business Unit (PVBU), Tata Motors said, “Harrier has made waves in the market ever since it was showcased in the Auto Expo 2018 as the H5X concept and subsequently launched in January 2019. Overwhelmed by the response received, we are extremely delighted to offer the Harrier in dual tone color options. This is in line with our continuous endeavor to excite and wow our customers with cars that deliver stunning design and exhilarating performance. With the launch of the dual-tone color options, we are confident that Harrier’s desirability will rise further to a whole new level.”
Harrier, built on the OMEGARC derived from Land Rover's legendary D8 platform, is the perfect combination of stunning design and performance. Powered by cutting-edge Kryotec 2.0 Diesel engine and Advanced Terrain Response Modes, Harrier assures an exhilarating performance on the toughest of terrains.
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