Tata Harrier Adventure X Plus Petrol AT

The Tata Harrier Adventure X Plus Petrol AT combines the new 1.5‑litre Hyperion turbo‑petrol (170hp, 280Nm) with a 6‑speed torque‑converter automatic, front‑wheel drive and a robust OMEGARC platform derived from Land Rover’s D8 architecture. I get a strong sense of solidity from the way it rides and handles; it feels planted at triple‑digit speeds and shrugs off bad roads, which is ideal for Indian highways. Inside, it offers a roomy five‑seat cabin, a light, premium colour theme in the petrol trims, a large touchscreen (Adventure X Plus sits just below the 14.53‑inch unit of the Fearless Ultra), a digital instrument cluster, JBL audio, panoramic sunroof, connected features and multiple voice assistants including Alexa on the platform. Safety is a major strength: 5‑star Bharat NCAP rating, six airbags standard in this band, ESP and ADAS in the Adventure X ladder. There are some ergonomic quirks (touch HVAC, small fonts, mildly audible engine), but overall this specific variant gives me the balance of performance, comfort, tech and safety I would want in a family SUV at this price point in India.

I see the Tata Harrier Adventure X Plus Petrol AT as a big, premium-feeling SUV for someone who values performance, space and safety more than outright fuel efficiency. The new 1.5‑litre turbo‑petrol with 170hp and 280Nm delivers strong, effortless performance, and the 6‑speed automatic is smooth and well matched to the engine, making city and highway driving genuinely relaxed and enjoyable. Ride comfort and high‑speed stability are real highlights, so long highway runs are this Harrier’s natural habitat. On the flip side, the petrol is not as fuel‑efficient as the diesel and the engine is always mildly audible, so buyers focused on low running costs may think twice. For me, if your monthly running is moderate and you want a full‑size, very safe SUV with strong road presence, rich features (panoramic sunroof, 360° camera, ADAS in this band) and the smoothness of petrol plus automatic, this variant makes a compelling upgrade over typical compact SUVs.

In the Tata Harrier Adventure X Plus Petrol AT, I finally get the all-rounder many urban Indian buyers were waiting for: the road presence and safety of the diesel Harrier, but with the new 1.5‑litre Hyperion turbo‑petrol and a smooth 6‑speed torque‑converter automatic. The engine’s 170hp and 280Nm give it effortless performance for highway cruising and quick overtakes, and the AT masks turbo lag well, so it feels relaxed rather than frantic in city traffic too . Where this variant stands out in the Harrier petrol line-up is its balance of kit and price: you get the big panoramic sunroof, 10.25‑inch digital cluster, 31.24‑cm Harman touchscreen with connected tech, multi‑mode drive and terrain modes, plus a 360‑degree camera and ADAS Level 2 with features like adaptive cruise control, lane keep and autonomous emergency braking on the automatic, which is rare at this price in India . Ride comfort remains a highlight, with the 205mm ground clearance and sorted suspension soaking up broken roads, though real‑world petrol efficiency will be the trade‑off buyers must be prepared for .

For the Adventure X Plus line, the diesel MT sits at ₹19.34 lakh ex‑showroom Delhi and around ₹22.99 lakh on‑road, including RTO and insurance. The petrol Harrier range starts lower, from ₹12.89 lakh ex‑showroom, with equivalent petrol variants expected to undercut their diesel counterparts by roughly ₹50,000–₹80,000 depending on trim and gearbox. That means the Harrier Adventure X Plus Petrol AT should realistically land a bit below the diesel AT on‑road, positioning it around the ₹22–23.5 lakh on‑road band in major metros, once city‑specific taxes and insurance are factored in. In my view, if you are currently considering top‑end Creta/Seltos or mid‑variants of XUV700/Scorpio N, paying this premium for a larger, more powerful SUV with a 5‑star Bharat NCAP rating, panoramic sunroof, advanced infotainment and ADAS is sensible if you plan to keep the car for many years; the perceived value in size, safety and features is strong for the price.

Tata claims “segment‑leading” fuel efficiency for the Harrier petrol and has even set a controlled‑condition record of 25.9kmpl, but in realistic mixed usage you should budget for low‑teens in the city and mid‑teens on the highway at best; if you drive a lot every month, the diesel Adventure X Plus will still work out noticeably cheaper to run over time.