Tata Bolt diesel review, test drive

We drive Tata's latest offering, the Bolt diesel hatchback. Can it bolster the momentum set forth by the Zest? We find out.

Published on Jan 21, 2015 01:50:00 PM

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As for the design, this is Tata’s best looking hatchback yet and stylish enough to hold your attention. The spread-out headlights, the blacked-out C-pillar and those neat tail lamps give it a distinct look. The bright red paint carries it of rather well, but we wish Tata had used paint as well for the C-pillar instead of a cheap vinyl sticker. Also, the Bolt’s Vista roots are very evident in its glasshouse and the general ‘jacked up’ stance. The last bit is something to note because the Bolt’s door sills are relatively high, so getting into and out of the cabin isn’t as easy as in some other cars.

Should I buy one?

However, the Bolt diesel’s strengths do outweigh its lesser points. Overall refinement is very good, the ride quality is excellent and cabin space remarkable. The nice-to-drive Bolt also gives lots by way of features. And with prices starting at Rs 5.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and extending to Rs 6.99 lakh for the top-spec version featured here, the Bolt diesel makes for good value. So, at long last, Tata has the right product at a nice price. Let’s hope it can deliver on durability too this time around.

Tata Bolt diesel prices

XE - Rs 5.49 lakh
XM - Rs 6.11 lakh
XMS - Rs 6.34 lakh
XT - Rs 6.99 lakh

(Ex-showroom, Delhi)

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