Tata Safari vs Tata Harrier — Which One is the Better Pick?

Both the Tata Safari and Tata Harrier sit in the same segment and are often on the same shortlist for buyers. They are close on price, similar in size, but quite different when you dig into the details.

Here is a full breakdown across specs, mileage, dimensions and safety to help you see those differences clearly.

Key Highlights	Tata Safari	Tata Harrier
On Road Price	Rs.13.29 L*	Rs.12.89 L*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine (cc)	1498cc	1498cc
Transmission	Manual	Manual

Tata Safari

PetrolManual

carbike4u price

₹13.29 L

Tata Harrier

PetrolManual

carbike4u price

₹12.89 L

Displacement (cc)

1498

Fuel Type

Petrol

Max Power (bhp)

167.62

Max Torque (Nm)

280

Transmission

Manual

Drive Type

FWD

Pros & Cons

Tata Safari

Things We Like

•Design: Muscular styling is attractive and special Black Editions command great road presence
•Premium interior design: Touch-sensitive AC panel, ambient lighting and different finishes feel rich
•Feature loaded: 14.5” Samsung OLED touchscreen, 10.25” driver’s display, front and rear seat ventilation, 10-speaker JBL sound system
•Second row: Boss mode, slide and recline second row and winged headrests make for a great chauffeur driven car
•Powertrain options: Petrol and diesel engine options with manual and automatic transmissions

Things We Don't Like

•No AWD option available
•Refinement: Diesel engine is loud and needs better insulation
•Quality control: Inconsistent panel gaps and tech package tends to glitch from time to time

Tata Harrier

Things We Like

•Design: Butch stance, intricate details and all-black Dark editions give it a commanding road presence
•Premium features: Powered and ventilated front seats, auto-dipping ORVM, panoramic sunroof and dual-zone AC
•Rich entertainment package: 14.5-inch SAMSUNG OLED infotainment system with OTT apps and 10-speaker JBL sound system with Dolby Atmos
•Easy to drive: Commanding driving position, light steering and smooth throttle response
•Spacious: Can seat two six-footers back to back and has enough space for three people at the rear
•Powertrain options: Gets both petrol and diesel engines with manual and automatic transmissions

Things We Don't Like

•No option of AWD
•Glitches: Tech package and features aren’t consistent and tend to have issues
•Refinement: Diesel engine is not as refined as competitors

Tata Safari vs Tata Harrier — What the Numbers Tell You

The Tata Safari and Tata Harrier are two of the more talked-about options in the segment in India right now. Both have their own strengths and both attract a similar kind of buyer — someone who wants a well-rounded car without spending too much.

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Tata Safari vs Tata Harrier — Which One is the Better Pick?

Pros & Cons

Tata Safari

Things We Like

Things We Don't Like

Tata Harrier

Things We Like

Things We Don't Like

Tata Safari vs Tata Harrier — What the Numbers Tell You

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