Countdown To December 9 2025: Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol Versions Set To Launch

Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol Versions

The Indian SUV landscape is gearing up for a major shake-up. Tata Motors has officially confirmed that the ever-popular Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol powertrains — and the date is locked in: December 9 2025.
Until now, these two models were largely known for their diesel offerings. With the petrol variants, Tata aims to capture buyers who prefer petrol for urban use, better refinement and easier maintenance. Let’s dive into what we know so far — from the engine details and features to pricing, implications and what this means for you if you’re planning to buy one.

What’s New: Petrol Engine & Launch Details

The transition is significant:

The Harrier and Safari will be offered with a 1.5-litre turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine (T-GDi) from Tata’s Hyperion engine family.
The official launch date is December 9, 2025. Bookings are expected to open around that time.
Though full specs are yet to be published, reports indicate ~ 170 PS (≈167 bhp) and ~ 280 Nm of torque for these petrol variants.
Transmission options are likely to include a 6-speed manual and possibly a 6-speed automatic (or even 7-speed DCT) for select variants.

This move brings Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol in line with competitor SUVs that already offer petrol variants, making them more broadly appealing.

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Why This Matters

Broader appeal: Many urban buyers prefer petrol for refinement, lower NVH (noise/vibration/harshness) and smoother traffic performance. Diesel variants still dominate, but petrol variants open up a new buyer segment.
Regulatory and future-proofing angle: With tightening norms for diesels (especially larger SUVs) and urban restrictions evolving, offering a petrol powertrain gives Tata stronger positioning for evolving markets.
Competitive positioning: Rivals like Hyundai Creta, MG Hector and others offer petrol variants already. Tata’s move helps ensure the Harrier and Safari remain relevant across fuel choice.
Potential price advantage: Industry commentary suggests the petrol variants may be priced slightly lower than the current diesel versions — which opens an attractive entry point.

Expected Features & Equipment

While Tata has not published full variations locked for petrol versions, existing Harrier/Safari models give a strong clue — and reports suggest the petrol versions will carry the same high-level features. Here are likely inclusions:

Large infotainment system (12.3-inch touchscreen), digital instrument cluster (~10.25-inch)
Premium interior touches: ventilated seats, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting
Safety features: 6 airbags as standard, ADAS Level-2 (adaptive cruise, lane-assist), 360-degree camera
Refreshed styling (as part of mid-cycle update) for both models, aligned with modern design language.

If you’re currently considering Harrier or Safari, the petrol version promises similar feature richness with an extra dimension of fuel-choice flexibility.

Pricing & What You Might Expect

Current diesel variants of these models offer a range:

Harrier: approx ₹14.00 lakh to ~₹25.25 lakh (ex-showroom) for diesel variants.
Safari: approx ₹14.66 lakh to ~₹25.96 lakh (ex-showroom) for diesel variants.

For the petrol versions:

It is expected that the price for the base petrol variant will be somewhat lower or at least competitive with base diesel trims.
Exact ex-showroom pricing will be revealed on December 9 — that’s the official date.

Hence, if you’re thinking of booking one, mark December 9 as the date when all the variant-wise pricing, engine/transmission details and booking offers will emerge.

How This Changes the Buying Decision

If you have Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol on your consideration list, here are implications:

Wait if you can: If you don’t urgently need the vehicle, wait for the petrol launch and compare diesel vs petrol variants.
Compare fuel economy vs maintenance: While diesel remains strong for long-distance and heavy usage, petrol may be more favourable for city/occasional use.
Check booking offers: December launch means likely booking incentives, early-bird bonuses or exchange offers.
Resale & long-term view: As market shifts, petrol variants may have broader appeal going forward, particularly in urban settings.
Variant choice & transmission: Since petrol variants may come with manual and/or automatic options, choose based on your usage (city vs highway).

Final Thoughts

The December 9, 2025 launch of the Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol is a key moment for Tata Motors and buyers alike. For the company, it completes the fuel-choice offering for two flagship SUVs. For buyers, it offers a chance to evaluate more options — better refinement, potentially lower price entry point — without compromising on the SUV’s capabilities, features or brand value.
If the petrol variants deliver the power (~170 PS), torque (~280 Nm) figures, feature richness and pricing promised, they may well become some of the most compelling midsize SUVs in India.

Keep an eye on December 9 for full details — once prices, booking provisions and variant breakdowns are revealed, you’ll know if the Harrier or Safari petrol is the right pick for you.

Countdown to December 9 2025: Tata Harrier & Tata Safari Petrol Versions Set to Launch