# Tata Zest

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Not to be confused with [Honda Zest](/source/Honda_Zest).

Subcompact sedan produced by Tata Motors

Motor vehicle

Tata Zest Overview Also called Tata Bolt Sedan (South Africa)[1] Production 2014–2019 Assembly India: Ranjangaon, Pune Body and chassis Class Supermini (B) Body style 4-door sedan Layout front-engine, front-wheel-drive Platform Tata X1 Related Tata Bolt Powertrain Engine 1.2L Revotron Turbo I3 (petrol) 1.3L Quadrajet I4 (diesel) Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed automatic Dimensions Wheelbase 2,470 mm (97.2 in) Length 3,995 mm (157.3 in) Width 1,706 mm (67.2 in) Height 1,570 mm (61.8 in) Curb weight 1,115–1,170 kg (2,458–2,579 lb) Chronology Predecessor Tata Indigo Manza Successor Tata Tigor

**Tata Zest** is a [Subcompact](/source/Subcompact_car) [sedan](/source/Sedan_(automobile)) produced by [Tata Motors](/source/Tata_Motors). The car was revealed at [Indian Auto Expo 2014](/source/Auto_Expo) along with its hatchback version, the [Tata Bolt](/source/Tata_Bolt). The car was launched in [Indian](/source/India) markets on 12 August 2014.[2]

The Zest is part of Tata's *Falcon programme* and is based on existing platforms on the [Tata Indica Vista](/source/Tata_Indica_Vista)[3] and [Indigo Manza](/source/Tata_Indigo) are built. The car is built by Tata Motors at Ranjangaon factory.[4][5][6][7]

## Variants

The Zest is available in petrol and diesel versions; the [Fiat](/source/Fiat)-sourced 1.3-litre *[Quadrajet](/source/Multijet)* diesel engine (in two states of tune 75 PS and 90 PS) which is already being used on [Indica Vista](/source/Tata_Indica) and [Manza](/source/Tata_Indigo) and the petrol version of is powered by a new *[Revotron](/source/Tata_Revotron_engine)* 1.2-litre [turbocharged](/source/Turbocharged), 90 PS engine. All come with a 5-speed manual transmission, with the option of an automated manual on diesel versions.[8]

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The Zest range includes XE, XM, XMA, XMS and XT trim options; Zest XE[9] priced at Rs. 4.64 Lacs is the base variant of the manual petrol Tata Zest which comes with features such as a tilt adjustable steering wheel, driver information display, a cup holder in the centre console, tilt adjustable steering wheel, dual tone interiors, adjustable front head rests, an under seat storage drawer, air conditioning and heating, a tachometer and door pockets on all 4 doors. Zest XM[10] priced at Rs. 5.25 Lacs s the mid variant of the petrol Tata Zest which comes with features such as [power windows](/source/Power_window), [central locking](/source/Central_locking), front power outlet, [front fog lamps](/source/Front_fog_lamp) and adjustable front and rear headrests. Zest XMA (diesel only) (A/T)[11] priced at Rs. 6.99 Lacs is the mid variant of the automatic diesel Tata Zest that comes well equipped with features such as power windows, a Bluetooth compatible double-din stereo, ABS with EBD, front & rear fog lamps, alloy wheels. Zest XMS[12] has been priced at Rs. 5.43 Lacs. Zest XT[13] priced at Rs. 5.99 lakh is the top-end variant of the manual [petrol](/source/Petrol) Tata Zest that comes well equipped with features such as projector headlamps, reverse camera, touch screen stereo, steering mounted audio controls, front fog lamps, alloy wheels, ABS with EBD, front [airbags](/source/Airbag), rear parking sensors, and climate control.

Tata Motors launched the new Zest Quadrajet 1.3 XTA as a top end variant. The trim gets an AMT transmission that is mated to 1.3-litre Quadrajet diesel engine that is capable of producing 90 PS of power with max torque output of 200 Nm.[14]

Following the launch of the [Tata Tigor](/source/Tata_Tigor) in 2017, the Zest was discontinued for private purchase and could only be bought as a taxi. It was permanently discontinued in April 2019. It nearly sold 1.5 lakh units.

## International markets

Tata Motors also launched the Zest in Nepal. It is the company’s first product under the HORIZONEXT umbrella. It is available across [Nepal](/source/Nepal) in over 18 Tata Motors passenger vehicle sales outlets.[15]

## Safety

The Zest for India with no airbags nor [ABS](/source/Anti-lock_braking_system) received 0 stars for adult occupants and 1 star for toddlers from [Global NCAP](/source/Global_NCAP) 1.0 in 2016 (similar to [Latin NCAP](/source/Latin_NCAP) 2013).

Global NCAP 1.0 test results (India) Tata Zest – No Airbags (2016, similar to Latin NCAP 2013)[16] Test Score Stars Adult occupant protection 0.00/17.00 Child occupant protection 12.11/49.00

The Zest for India with 2 airbags and no [ABS](/source/Anti-lock_braking_system) received 4 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for [toddlers](/source/Toddler) from [Global NCAP](/source/Global_NCAP) 1.0 in 2016 (similar to [Latin NCAP](/source/Latin_NCAP) 2013).

Global NCAP 1.0 test results (India) Tata Zest – No Airbags (2016, similar to Latin NCAP 2013)[16] Test Score Stars Adult occupant protection 11.15/17.00 Child occupant protection 15.52/49.00

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** Oncars India (7 October 2015). ["Tata Motors Launches New Bolt Hatchback and Bolt Sedan in Johannesburg, South Africa"](http://www.india.com/auto/car-news/tata-motors-launches-new-bolt-hatchback-and-bolt-sedan-in-johannesburg-south-africa-8165/). India.com. Retrieved 6 September 2018.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** Punia, Bunny. ["Tata Zest launched, goes on sale at a starting price of Rs 4.64 lakh"](https://web.archive.org/web/20140812205623/http://www.gaadi.com/news/tata-zest-launched-goes-on-sale-at-a-starting-price-of-rs-4-64-lakh-10368). *Gaadi.com*. Archived from [the original](http://www.gaadi.com/news/tata-zest-launched-goes-on-sale-at-a-starting-price-of-rs-4-64-lakh-10368) on 12 August 2014. Retrieved 12 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** ["Tata Zest review, test drive"](http://www.autocarindia.com/auto-reviews/tata-zest-review-test-drive-389208.aspx). *Autocar India*. 14 July 2014. Retrieved 20 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** Autocar India (18 March 2014). ["Tata Bolt first look review"](https://web.archive.org/web/20140318130603/http://www.hindustantimes.com/autos/htauto-carreviews/tata-bolt-first-look-review/article1-1196564.aspx). *Hindustan Times*. Archived from [the original](http://www.hindustantimes.com/autos/htauto-carreviews/tata-bolt-first-look-review/article1-1196564.aspx/) on 18 March 2014. Retrieved 26 June 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["Tata Bolt AMT to be India's cheapest diesel automatic"](http://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/passenger-vehicle/cars/tata-bolt-amt-to-be-indias-cheapest-diesel-automatic/36199391/). The Economic Times. 7 June 2014. Retrieved 26 June 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** PTI New Delhi (3 February 2014). ["Tata Bolt hatchback, Tata Zest sedan unveiled"](https://www.indiatoday.in/auto/auto-expo-2014/story/tata-bolt-hatchback-tata-zest-sedan-unveiled-179523-2014-02-03). India Today. Retrieved 26 June 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** PTI New Delhi (22 May 2014). ["Tata Zest is built in Fiat's Ranjangaon factory"](http://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/passenger-vehicle/cars/tata-zest-to-be-built-in-fiats-ranjangaon-factory/35461894). The Economic Times. Retrieved 26 June 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** ["Tata Zest variants explained"](http://www.autocarindia.com/auto-news/tata-zest-variants-explained-389829.aspx). *Autocar India*. 12 August 2014. Retrieved 23 January 2015.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** Gaadi Team. ["Tata Zest Petrol XE"](http://www.gaadi.com/car-2927-Tata-Zest). Gaadi.com. Retrieved 12 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** Gaadi Team. ["Tata Zest Petrol XM"](http://www.gaadi.com/car-2926-Tata-Zest). Gaadi.com. Retrieved 12 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** Gaadi Team. ["Tata Zest Diesel XMA (A/T)"](http://www.gaadi.com/car-2928-Tata-Zest). Gaadi.com. Retrieved 12 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** Gaadi Team. ["Tata Zest Petrol XMS"](http://www.gaadi.com/car-2953-Tata-Zest). Gaadi.com. Retrieved 12 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-13)** Gaadi Team. ["Tata Zest Petrol XT"](http://www.gaadi.com/car-2925-Tata-Zest). Gaadi.com. Retrieved 12 August 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-14)** ["Tata Zest XTA 1.3 Quadrajet 90PS Diesel launched for INR 8,42,826"](http://www.cartrade.com/car-bike-news/tata-zest-xta-1-3-quadrajet-90ps-diesel-launched-for-inr-8-42-826-127667.html). *Legacy*. 9 March 2015. Retrieved 10 March 2015.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-15)** ["Made-in-India Tata Zest launched in Nepal"](http://www.cartrade.com/car-bike-news/made-in-india-tata-zest-launched-in-nepal-127263.html). *[CarTrade](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=CarTrade&action=edit&redlink=1)*. 7 February 2015. Retrieved 10 February 2015.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Global_NCAPTata-Zest-NO-Airbags.pdf_16-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Global_NCAPTata-Zest-NO-Airbags.pdf_16-1) ["Global NCAP results for Tata Zest – No Airbags"](https://www.globalncap.org/s/Tata-Zest-NO-Airbags.pdf/). *globalncap.org*. 2016.

## External links

- [Official website](http://zest.tatamotors.com)

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