Tata Hexa: A Bold SUV That Still Turns Heads

Tata Hexa: A Bold SUV That Still Turns Heads

                  A Short but Memorable Journey

Unveiled at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show and launched in India in early 2017, the Tata Hexa replaced the Aria as Tata’s premium crossover SUV. Its production wrapped up in 2020, but the Hexa left a strong impression during its run.

Design & Presence

Built on Tata’s “Impact” design philosophy, the Hexa combined tough SUV proportions with premium detailing. Its styling cues echo other Tata models like the Nexon and Harrier, but the Hexa stood out with a more rugged yet sophisticated look.

Powertrain & Variants

Engine Choices

Under the hood sat a 2.2L Varicor diesel engine offered in two states of tune:

Varicor 320: ~150 PS and 320 Nm torque (base XE variant).

Varicor 400: ~156 PS and 400 Nm torque (higher trims).

Transmissions & Drivetrain

XE: 5-speed manual.

XM/XT/XM+/XMA/XTA: 6-speed manual or automatic.

XT 4×4: 6-speed manual with torque-on-demand 4WD.

With 400 Nm of torque, the Hexa had serious pulling power — so much so that reviewers joked it could tow a Boeing 737.

Dimensions & Practicality

Length: 4,788 mm

Width: 1,900 mm

Height: 1,785 mm

Wheelbase: 2,850 mm

It offered 6–7 seating options, ~200 mm ground clearance, a 60 L fuel tank, and a 128 L boot — making it a genuine long-distance cruiser.

Key Features That Made It Stand Out

                 Super Drive Modes: 

Auto, Comfort, Rough Road, and Dynamic — adapting suspension and handling on the fly.

                Safety Kit:

 Up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, and hill-hold/hill-assist features.

                Cabin Experience:

 A premium, well-appointed interior with a TFT instrument cluster, comfortable seating, and a Harman/JBL audio system on top trims.

Price & Reception

                Launched between roughly ₹11.99 lakh and ₹19.25 lakh (ex-showroom), the Hexa was praised for:

Comfort and space.

Off-road and highway ability.

Smooth power delivery and premium feel.

Its downsides included its large footprint (harder in city parking), a manual gearbox that felt sluggish at low speeds, and some cabin practicality quirks.

Why It Still Matters

               Despite solid quality and features, stricter emission norms and Tata’s shift to new-generation SUVs led to the Hexa’s early exit. Yet today, it remains a well-regarded choice in the used SUV market — valued for its toughness and comfort.

Bottom Line

           The Tata Hexa was a genuinely capable SUV, blending refined design with serious performance. It excelled at long trips, rugged roads, and family duties alike. Even after production stopped, its legacy lives on among enthusiasts who prefer real substance over hype.