Tata Motors has launched the facelifted Harrier at Rs 15.49 lakh. The 2023 Tata Harrier facelift comes in four trim levels: Smart, Pure, Adventure, and Fearless. The SUV has several new features, including Adaptive Cruise Control, 7 airbags, a redesigned gear knob called 'Smart E-Shifter,' paddle shifters, and dual-zone automatic climate control with a touch-based control panel.
Tata has given the 2023 Harrier a significant design makeover while retaining its distinct identity. A connected daytime running light configuration, a more streamlined grille, vertically arranged LED headlights, and a redesigned bumper and skid plate are among the notable front-end updates. While the side profile remains largely unchanged, Tata has introduced new 18-inch alloy wheels (19-inch for the Dark variant) and 'Harrier' badging on the front doors. The rear profile is enhanced by a connected light setup with Z-shaped LED tail lights, sleek reflector panels on the sides, and a revised bumper. Three new colour options are also included with the facelift: Sunlit Yellow, Seaweed Green, and Ash Grey.
The interiors of the 2023 Tata Harrier have undergone a thorough update. The 12.3-inch central touchscreen is now a separate unit. The faux wood trim on the dashboard has been replaced by a material mix that includes a textured top panel, gloss black surfaces, and leatherette padding with contrast stitching, all highlighted by a slim strip of LED ambient lighting. Other interior changes include the Nexon's new touch-based HVAC control panel, a redesigned four-spoke steering wheel with a backlit Tata logo, and a 10.25-inch customisable digital instrument cluster with navigation. The centre console has been updated with a shorter gear lever for automatic variants and a new rotary dial for the drive mode selector with a digital display. While higher-end models have an electronic parking brake, lower-end models still have the aircraft-style handbrake lever.
The 2023 Tata Harrier facelift retains the same 2-litre turbocharged diesel engine as its predecessor, with specifications remaining unchanged. This engine produces 167bhp of power at 3250rpm and 350Nm of torque between 1750rpm and 2500rpm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters.
The feature set of the 2023 Tata Harrier has undergone a number of improvements. These include a powered tailgate and dual-zone climate control with a touch-based AC panel like the Nexon. The Harrier has rear headrests that can be extended for added comfort. Notably, a few features from the previous model have been carried over, including a powered driver's seat with memory function, a wireless phone charger, and ventilated front seats. The SUV also offers terrain and drive modes, with the latter now including a companion display for an improved user experience. While the pre-existing safety features, such as ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), a 360-degree camera, lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and auto emergency braking, remain unchanged, the safety improvements include up to 7 airbags and the addition of adaptive cruise control to the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) suite.
Prices of the 2023 Tata Harrier start at Rs 15.49 lakh and go all the way up to Rs 24.49 lakh. Bookings are open at a token amount of Rs 25,000. The updated Harrier is positioned to compete with the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector, and Jeep Compass.