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20-12-2015, 02:17 PM
Tata set to launch small car Zica
The latest offering from Tata stable is called Zica, a blend of the words – zippy and car. Ever since Tata introduced the Zest in 2014, there has been a sea change in the consumer perception of the brand. Even after a year of ownership, customers are fairly happy with the quality and durability of the Zest and its hatchback sibling, the Bolt. That means Tata is damn serious about improving the quality of its passenger cars and consequently, the Zica has a lot going for it. Competing primarily against Maruti Celerio and Hyundai Grand i10, the Zica is a compelling package that combines good looks, impressive fuel efficiency and numerous features.
Design
The Zica’s design is undoubtedly the best we have seen from Tata Motors and one of the best in the segment. If you compare it with Tata’s current portfolio, this one is a fresh breath of air. The signature smiley grille is probably the only familiar design element, however, the glossy black honey-comb treatment gives it a more premium appeal. The large, sweptback headlamps give it a distinct front face. In profile, the top variants get 14-inch alloy wheels that nicely fill the arches. A strong rising waistline gives the Zica an athletic stance, while the elegantly shaped taillights clusters are great. It also gets an integrated rear spoiler with black inserts on both sides, which is a nice touch, too.
Interiors
The interior of the Zica, especially the dual tone dashboard, is well laid out and really pleasing. While the black upper section of the dashboard is made of quality plastic and has a premium feel, the lower grey section looks and feels cheap. The glovebox has a push to open mechanism but I’m skeptical about its durability because it didn’t work seamlessly in some of the cars in the test drive fleet.
The steering is similar to the Zest, but smaller, with buttons to control various functions. Centre console is gracefully appointed with buttons and dials that feel pleasing to operate. There are some clever features such as a driver’s side coin storage and a toll ticket holder.
A ***** multimedia screen on the infotainment system syncs with the smartphone to provide turn-by-turn navigation. However, you need to install a MapmyIndia app on your smartphone to enable this option. Some variants also get a body-coloured inserts around the AC vents.
The latest offering from Tata stable is called Zica, a blend of the words – zippy and car. Ever since Tata introduced the Zest in 2014, there has been a sea change in the consumer perception of the brand. Even after a year of ownership, customers are fairly happy with the quality and durability of the Zest and its hatchback sibling, the Bolt. That means Tata is damn serious about improving the quality of its passenger cars and consequently, the Zica has a lot going for it. Competing primarily against Maruti Celerio and Hyundai Grand i10, the Zica is a compelling package that combines good looks, impressive fuel efficiency and numerous features.
Design
The Zica’s design is undoubtedly the best we have seen from Tata Motors and one of the best in the segment. If you compare it with Tata’s current portfolio, this one is a fresh breath of air. The signature smiley grille is probably the only familiar design element, however, the glossy black honey-comb treatment gives it a more premium appeal. The large, sweptback headlamps give it a distinct front face. In profile, the top variants get 14-inch alloy wheels that nicely fill the arches. A strong rising waistline gives the Zica an athletic stance, while the elegantly shaped taillights clusters are great. It also gets an integrated rear spoiler with black inserts on both sides, which is a nice touch, too.
Interiors
The interior of the Zica, especially the dual tone dashboard, is well laid out and really pleasing. While the black upper section of the dashboard is made of quality plastic and has a premium feel, the lower grey section looks and feels cheap. The glovebox has a push to open mechanism but I’m skeptical about its durability because it didn’t work seamlessly in some of the cars in the test drive fleet.
The steering is similar to the Zest, but smaller, with buttons to control various functions. Centre console is gracefully appointed with buttons and dials that feel pleasing to operate. There are some clever features such as a driver’s side coin storage and a toll ticket holder.
A ***** multimedia screen on the infotainment system syncs with the smartphone to provide turn-by-turn navigation. However, you need to install a MapmyIndia app on your smartphone to enable this option. Some variants also get a body-coloured inserts around the AC vents.
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