OREANDA-NEWS. To add to the cheer of your next great adventure, Tata Motors announced the new Safari Storme 'Explorer Edition' at Tata Motors' showrooms. Launched at Horizonext, the new Safari Storme Explorer Edition is a true outdoor companion, with customised outdoor essentials and a host of in-vehicle technology features building on the 'Real SUV's' masculinity, premiumness and utility.

The new Safari Storme Explorer Edition features:

Explorer front nudge guard.

Explorer Edition signature decals.

2-DIN touchscreen infotainment system - hands-free and phonebook operations.

On-screen provision for reverse parking assist.

Navigation device.

New chrome garnish for the projector headlamps and tail lamps.

Explorer Edition door visors.

New art leather seat covers.

Powered by the Safari Storme's 2.2 L VariCOR turbocharged engine with VTT (variable turbine technology).

Other outdoor gear options - cycle carrier, cargo basket, roof-mounted canopy.

Each adventure calls for meticulous planning, to take on that off-road journey in style. The Safari Storme Explorer Edition allows you to do just that for the many adventures that lie ahead.

On the outside, the Safari Storme Explorer Edition has an imposing stance. A new muscular broad and sturdy Explorer front nudge guard and Explorer Edition signature decals, on the bonnet and on the side of the vehicle, along with new chrome garnish for the projector headlamps and tail lamps, gives the vehicle a sporty and rich look.The Safari Storme spoilers are complemented by new, aerodynamically-designed door visors, allowing occupants to keep their windows slightly open, ensuring minimum drag when the Real SUV moves at high speeds.

Doubling the adrenaline and building on to the utility of the Safari Storme Explorer Edition is a customised cycle carrier. For increased space, to meet all that a journey demands, a cargo basket designed especially for the Safari Storme finds its way at the rear of the vehicle. A roof-mounted canopy lets the adventure-seeker soak in nature's bounty, making the most of the great outdoors.

On the inside, the Safari Storme Explorer Edition is a redefined beast. Designed for the discerning new-age customer, the new 2-DIN touchccreen infotainment system, adds to the cabin's contemporary styling, with highly valued in-vehicle music, movie and mobile hands-free sound quality. Tune into any terrain with neatly arranged low-keys and with an easy to operate touchscreen panel. With a reliable integrated interface for iPods, iPhones, USB sticks, memory cards and portable hard disks, the entertainment system also enables hands-free operations, access to the phonebook and audio-streaming of Bluetooth cell phones or music players, providing for added driving safety. The provision for on-screen reverse parking assist helps the driver navigate into parking spots with confidence.

Keep the spirit of adventure alive with the new Tata Safari Storme Explorer Edition navigation device on hand. The unit boasts a robust navigation system, aimed at the fast-growing market of recreational, off-road and outdoor enthusiasts - an important safely factor to off-road travelers.

The Safari Storme Explorer Edition's spacious cabin feels fresh and premium with art leather seat covers and washable, highly wear-resistant, soft floor mats, protecting its floor from water, mud, spills and everyday wear.

The Safari Storme is a beast at heart, one that's meant to be both feared and respected. The power and performance of the 'Real SUV' is courtesy the Safari Storme's 2.2 L VariCOR turbocharged engine with VTT, delivering 140 PS power and 320 NM torque, providing easy driveability, swifter response and lower NVH (noise, vibration and harshness). The vehicle delivers a performance of 0-100 km/hr in under 15 sec, at 14kmpl. The Safari Storme also features ESOF (electronic shift on the fly) technology, enabling engagement of the 4x4 or 4x2 mode, on the move.

Making for a true off-roader, the ladder on frame chassis of the Safari Storme is constructed with advanced hydroformed members, for best off-road driving experience and a smooth ride. Hydroforming enhances rigidity of the chassis while reducing weight. The vehicle also has a double wishbone suspension set-up which provides excellent ride comfort. The Safari Storme boasts best-in-class turning circle radius of 5.4 metres, making driving and manuevouring in tight confines absolutely easy. The ground clearance is 200mm, with 26 degree gradeability. The new rack and pinion steering system offers perfect feel and accuracy for a confident driving experience, especially at high speeds. Electrically operated power fold ORVM (outside rearview mirror) with turn signals enhances the drive experience.

The new Tata Safari Storme Explorer Edition starts at Rs10,86,000 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) and will be available at all Tata Motors showrooms.