What Car? Entry Level Tata Aria or Safari Storme?

[vikyjoshi]

Also consider the percentage of city driving Vs highway driving, and probably even some off roading (i.e. destinations with bad stretches of roads).

Without being specific, it is better to consider few other vehicles for your assessment before deciding on any one. Innova, Xylo, Duster, Scorpio, could be other considerations.

Go ahead! Take test drive and have fun! You dont get a chance to TD often Goes without saying, 'no online research can substitute real time test drive'.

End of the day, go with what you like, even if it is little over/under your budget.

Manuman, I might sound very brash, but I am completely biased over Tata vehicles and would go for one only Tata ones. Yes agreed that Duster and Xylos are worthy vehicles but I would preferentially go for Tata.

 

[vikyjoshi]

Is there any specific reason for leaving xUv out of the list? what is the height of the occupants?

I am 6' 1" and weigh around 125 Kgs so I have height as well as width. So I need a sturdy vehicle and have experienced Tata vehicles have space just right for me. The irony is that I own a Wagon R which I have to upgrade now.

First of all Please tell us what was your previous vehicle,your taste,your profession, your family's view then only a car can be sugested but goin for Pure LX iss waste

My Current vehicle is Wagon R
Family view is " Which is that car?(After looking at storme pic), TATA? No i dont like it."
My taste "TATA without a second thought. I have loved Safari right from my child hood. And now I love the Storme and Aria. Dont know why Aria failed, but in my opinion looks similar to Innova and high price were the reasons.

By profession I am a highly skilled labour in software industry.

 

[THE XOVER]

Buddy,please don't make back to back posts.The mods won't be happy.And one more thing Storme LX has got ABS which is a life saving feature,also since Storme has been accepted well in the market the resale also will be far far better than Aria.So I would recommend you to go for Storme.Its a safer choice,IMO.

 

[vikyjoshi]

Buddy,please don't make back to back posts.The mods won't be happy.And one more thing Storme LX has got ABS which is a life saving feature,also since Storme has been accepted well in the market the resale also will be far far better than Aria.So I would recommend you to go for Storme.Its a safer choice,IMO.

I guess, it will now be Storme.I am in love with Storme, after the TD. Havent test driven the aria though. I will let you know once I have booked mine.

Thank you all for all your suggestions.

 

[Gurrala74]

I guess, it will now be Storme.I am in love with Storme, after the TD. Havent test driven the aria though. I will let you know once I have booked mine.

Thank you all for all your suggestions.

Which showroom you did this TD ??

 

[vijay]

viky, do share some inputs of the strome you TD and your experience with it.Every driver has his own prospective to look and share, so do share with us.

 

[Tornado]

I guess, it will now be Storme.I am in love with Storme, after the TD.

Thank you all for all your suggestions.

Family view is " Which is that car?(After looking at storme pic), TATA? No i dont like it."

Oh ! I wish you should have taken ARIA TD too before making decision. Anyways congrats.
You have zeroed on storme , but how are you going to change your family views, about TATA?

 

[vikyjoshi]

Oh ! I wish you should have taken ARIA TD too before making decision. Anyways congrats.
You have zeroed on storme , but how are you going to change your family views, about TATA?

Well, I might impose TATA car on my family and get them love it. If I get any major niggles then I might have to .

Also just saw a thread on the new Aria Facelift by maramprasanth http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/indian-auto-news/11751-upcoming-tata-aria-facelift.html

Good move by Tata but again fueled my Dilemma.

 

[vikyjoshi]

viky, do share some inputs of the strome you TD and your experience with it.Every driver has his own prospective to look and share, so do share with us.

I have TD Both Aria and Storme. Here is my comparative reivew. I am kind of technically challenged on cars and specs to pls pardon any outrageous comment.

This review is from a laymans point of view. I have no much expertise on cars engine performance or engineering aspects.I have driven the way I wouldhave done on a daily basis.

Showroom: Tejaswi motors, Madhapur, Hyderabad.

Car details

Storme EX
Urban bronze
KM driven : 34 KMs (Spanking new)


Aria Pure
White color
KM Driven 3916

First impression:

UB Beast was simply awesome. Felt like Race horse. Aria was majestic. Looked like Horse ready to take King out on a ride (not inteaded to use phrase take "someone on a ride")

Dials: I am some how also concerned how the dials look. Though Aria dial had lot more gadgetry the white color on the dial was a turn off. Did not excude class. Storme's one were much better.

I also had a look at Manza Club Class. I should say the dials for Manza were simply Awesome. TML Should incorporate Manza Club class dials in both Aria and storme.

Seating space: Should I say more on seating. No problem what so ever.
Only one small issue (Steering for Storme touched my thighs. I could have pumped the seat lower and steering a bit up. But was not much of an issue.

I could also sit some what comfortably in jumpseats but that would mean that there would be no space for any luggage. I had utilised the entire luggage space. I can say I can travel for around 40-50 KM without stop in those seats. I am 6'1" and weigh 125 Kgs.

Interiors:

Both the cars have very refined interiors. TML have done a very good job of upgrading themselves in this aspect.

Although OT I was amazed to see the interiors of Manza Club Class. It look pretty slik, and I can say it is at par with the top end cars like Vento/ City if not better. (IMO)

TML are really tightening up.


Journey details :
RPM: 1-2K
Speed: Max 60 KMPH
Gears used: All

Did not feel Knocking of engines in either Aria or Storme.

Car(s) did not shudder, Engine(s) did not stall.

As for Aria I used the normal road around the Hitech City Station, Hyderabad. It was super smooth and lovely ride.

For Storme however, they had identified a terrapod kind of a road. Agreed its not difficult to find that kind of a road in India but this really gave a good experience of Off-Roading.

It was muddy path with lot many ditches, then there were couple of high rises on the road. (height increase by 3- 5 feet in matter of 0.5 meters of driving distance. Even Bikers would find it tough climbing these inclines. Or would have to do it with lot of caution. For Storme it was simply piece of cake. Although I did that on the first gear.

Over all experience. Lovely drive that was. Storme is truly a beast refined.

Did U turns on the roads (two lane roads). And Storme turning radius was impressive. Felt is lower than my Wagon R. Aria's was a bit more but still I can say it was prety much like my wagon R.


A-Pillar Issue:
for Either of the cars, did not find any issue related to the A-Pillar on the curves.


Acceleration:

Impressive, gave good burst and from 0-60 happened in a fraction. I did not go beyond 60 as i wanted to see how the cars would behave in a typical city traffice with bikes and rickshaws whizzing around left and rigth. I guess should NOT have problem driving in traffic conditions.

Clutch:

For Storme since it was very new the clutch seems to be bit stiff, but gear changing was very smooth.

For Aria, it was smooth. (may be because it was dirven extensively.)

Cabin noise isolation:

I could hear the engine just like one can hear in swift diesel car. Since my major journey was between 20-50 kmph, around 1.5 K RPM upwards, the engines became very smooth and could say noiseless. On Highway i am sure it would be pretty smooth and may not even hear the engine.

Verdict:

I am in love with both the cars, and have just complicated my life and making a choice for these cars.

Now I wish some body helps with 25L so that i can buy both these cars ;)

 

[maranprashanth]

To make it simple if You want to take TATA ARIA postpone because the ARIA Facelift will be in market in few months

Safari is a new product and there will be no updates for minimum 1 year and if you want you can Proceed with STORME

 

[rahulsingh_er]

Being a Storme owner I would recommend you Storme EX, but looking at the features and the ride quality Aria is good choice, it is a good crossover and have good sets of features also.

Aria Pros
1) Good drivability
2) Good sets of features
3) Big Discount
4) Good 7 seater

Cons Aria
1) Tata After sales service issue
2) Electronics could be a problem
3) Really big vehicle (Need good parking space)
4) Resale price
Storme Pros
1) Nice handling and drivabillity
2) Nice front design
3) Ride and comfort
4) Good braking and ABS in base version
Cons Storme
1) After sales service issue
2) Resale price
3) No 2 Din music system
4) No Auto climate control

 

[vikyjoshi]

Thanks Rahul for the crisp differentiation. Although it is quite some time I had started this thread, I have not yet bought any vehicle. I am awaiting the upgrades for Aria (160 + BHP engine and smoked lamps etc. )

Though I have made up my mind to go for Aria, factors that would be divert me to Storme could be the price.

BTW,@Rahulsingh_er Congrats on your new TANK!!!! that is a lovely car!!!

 

[maranprashanth]

@vikyjoshi: all the features shall not be in the upcoming aria that too 160 bhp and what mr.karl slym said is a image correction only. The 165 bhp aria is already in other markets and they are quicker than the fortuner itseems but it should be first checked to handle indian climate and roads and for an 165bhp aria suspension setup will also be different so again after launch only it can be estimated and prices also we have to check

 

[vikyjoshi]

Just an update:

My dream of buying one of the tata cars just gathered some more steam. I have taken latest quote for Storme EX and Aria Pure.

Both After discounts have ex showroom price of 11.4 Lacs and On Road price of around 13.25 Lacs
I got one quote from Tejaswi motors where I have to make downpayment of 5.3 lacs (Man if I had that money, i would have purchase Vista cash down!!!) All my hopes simply fizzed out..

But today got to know that SBI, SBH offer loans on On-Road Price.
I also got a call from Concorde motors and will shortly start the process for the loan.

Couple of questions:
1. Will I get any more discounts?
2. Again read some where on the net the New Aria would be launched around end of june. So Should I wait? ( I know i am asking this question again and again.)

 

[Raja]

Just an update:

My dream of buying one of the tata cars just gathered some more steam. I have taken latest quote for Storme EX and Aria Pure.

Both After discounts have ex showroom price of 11.4 Lacs and On Road price of around 13.25 Lacs
I got one quote from Tejaswi motors where I have to make downpayment of 5.3 lacs (Man if I had that money, i would have purchase Vista cash down!!!) All my hopes simply fizzed out..

But today got to know that SBI, SBH offer loans on On-Road Price.
I also got a call from Concorde motors and will shortly start the process for the loan.

Couple of questions:
1. Will I get any more discounts?
2. Again read some where on the net the New Aria would be launched around end of june. So Should I wait? ( I know i am asking this question again and again.)

Vicky it depends on what you personally like the aria or the storme . If iam not mistaken the aria pure dosent come with abs while the storme has abs from its base model itself .

Which your family likes more ? If space is requirement then aria can be considered , but if its about 90% of the time that 5 people will be traveling in comfort then storme can be considered .

Boils down to what you like , which among the 2 you enjoy driving and are at ease at .