Comparing the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso and the Tata Safari side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is available at ₹349,900, while the Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 49 kW @5500 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT – ~24.76 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery | 12V |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres (Petrol) | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~24.76 km/l | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 49 kW @5500 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric Start | Electric |
| Torque | 89 Nm (Petrol) / 82 Nm (CNG) | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5 MT/AGS | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | VXi+ (O) MT N/A | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 240 l | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | Petrol: 795–835 kg, CNG: 834 - 854 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,565 mm / 1,520 mm / 1,565 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes (Tilt) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen (higher variants) | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes( VXi and VXi+(O) | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front Power Windows | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 2-Speaker Audio System | JBL |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | — | Multiple |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes (Design Element) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Halogen Combination Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags | 6 |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedSolid Sizzle OrangePearl Starry BlueMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Silky SilverSolid WhiteBluish Black | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
