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Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) Dimensions

Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) was a D1-segment suv. Here we present the Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) dimensions like length, width, height and wheelbase along with fuel tank capacity, boot space and ground clearance. You can also check dimensions of the Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) converted into MM (millimetres), CM (centimetres), feet and inches for all variants of the car.

Dimensions of Tata Safari (2021 - 2023)

Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) dimensions were 4661mm in length, 1894mm in width and 1786mm in height. A wider body normally results in better shoulder room inside the car while a higher roof makes it easier to get in and out of the car. Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) used to ride on a 2741mm wheelbase. The wheelbase is the distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually results in better legroom.

The Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) had a boot space of 447 litres. A longer boot allows you to carry more luggage. Tata Safari (2021 - 2023) ground clearance was 200mm. A higher ground clearance makes it easier to go over tall speed breakers or drive on broken roads without scraping and damaging the carx, underbody. Fuel tank capacity of the Safari (2021 - 2023) was 50 litres.

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OMEGARC (Optimal Modular Efficient Global Advance Architecture) derived from Land Rover’s D8 Platform

Max Power kW@rpm

125 kW (170 PS) @ 3750 rpm

Max Torque NM@rpm

350 Nm at 1750-2500 rpm

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Boot Space (with 3rd row folded) (l)

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Boot Space (with 2nd and 3rd row folded) (l)

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New Tata Safari 2021 technical specifications explained

2021 tata safari: we explain all the technical specifications of the newly-unveiled suv..

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• The 2021 Tata Safari is be based on the OMEGA architecture.
• The new Tata Safari gets 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.
• The new Tata Safari 2021 comes with a disc brake on each of the four wheels.

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Tata Safari

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• PJ P JAYAKUMAR 6 Month ago 4.4 The higher variants include safety features like curtain airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold control, and hill descent control. Read more Likes (5)
• VA Vilas Anchalkar 6 Month ago 4.4 It is a mid-size SUV that offers a good balance of features, space, and performance at a competitive price point. Read more Likes (3)
• VK Vinod Kumar Deshpande 6 Month ago 4.4 It is equipped with modern features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control and many more. Read more Likes (3)
• A Anonymous 6 Month ago 4.7 Good.comfort and safe. Head lamp should be led.360 degree camera is missing in 2022 top model 6 seater.i purchased in the month of May 2023. Overall performance is good.can the company changed the head lamp with minimum cost If yes , then I wish to convert the head lamp to led. Read more Like
• Al Abhi lagade 6 Month ago 4.4 Touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, allowing seamless smartphone integration. The SUV also boasts a premium sound system for an immersive audio experience. Other notable features include automatic climate control, electrically adjustable seats, cruise control, keyless entry with push-button start, rear parking camera with sensors, and multiple USB charging ports. Read more Likes (1)

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Tata Motors' premium flagship 7 seater SUV - The SAFARI, is one of the most desirable product in its segment owing to its unmatched design and architecture. Based on the Optimal Modular Efficient Global Advanced Architecture (OMEGARC) that has been derived from the legendary D8 platform of Land Rover, the SAFARI delivers outstanding driving dynamics and robust performance from its refined Kryotec 170PS diesel engine, standing true to its true SUV DNA. The SAFARI has been loved in every avatar and one of the most successful renditions of the same has been the #DARK range. A range that redefined the industry. Celebrating the success of this bold range, Tata Motors proudly introduces the all new #DARK (read as " Red #Dark ") on its flagship SUV. #DARK will further strengthen the SAFARI portfolio by offering some exclusive premium features strengthened with exquisite design elements.

#DARK is an all-new avatar for those who exhibit power and dominance. It offers unique enhancements in the vehicle's design which makes this SUV more premium and magnetic. Key design elements include Oberon Black body colour with Zircon red accents in the exteriors along with a Carnelian Red Interior theme. Coupled with design enhancements, this SUV will also come with a host of new exclusive features that render the SAFARI a notch above all in the segment.

Key highlights:

Design: The new SAFARI #DARK will encompass exquisite design elements. The interior comes with Carnelian Red theme, Leatherette seats with diamond shaped quilting, Leatherette grab handles on doors and central console, steel black front dashboard design, piano black accents on steering wheel, console and doors.

In the exterior, key elements include Oberon Black Body Colour, R18 Blackstone alloy wheels, Zircon red calipers on the front and rear discs, Zircon red inserts in the front grille, #DARK logo on the fenders and satin Daytona Grey front and rear skid plates.

Features: The #DARK will further strengthen the product's proposition by introduction of some exclusive premium features in area of Connectivity, luxury and safety. These features include:

Class Leading Infotainment & Connectivity

• 26.03 cms (10.25") New Gen Touch Screen Infotainment by Harman.
• 17.78 cm (7") New Gen Digital TFT Instrument Cluster
• 9 Speaker JBL Sound System with Amplifier
• iRA Connected Car Technology
• 200 + Voice Commands in 6 regional languages

Uncompromised Luxury

• Ventilated Captain Seats (on both rows) with Comfort Head restraints
• 360° Surround View System
• 6 Way Powered Driver seat with Memory and Welcome Function.
• Powered Co-Driver Seat with Boss Mode
• Mood Lighting in the Sunroof

Top of the Line Safety

• 6 Airbags ( Driver, Co-Driver, Side and Curtain)
• Enhanced Electronic Safety Program with 17 Functionalities.
• Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
• - Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
• - Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• - Rear Collision Warning (RCW)
• - Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
• - Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
• - Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
• - Door Open Alert (DOA)
• - Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
• - Lane Change Alert (LCA)
• - High Beam Assist

Technical Specifications:

• Parameter Description
• ARCHITECTURE OMEGARC - Optimal Modular Efficient Global Advanced Architecture derived from Land Rover's D8 Platform
• DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT AND CAPACITY
• Overall Length (mm) 4661
• Max. Width (mm) 1894
• Overall Height (mm) 1796
• Wheel Base (mm) 2741
• Engine Type Kryotec 2.0 L Turbocharged Engine
• Capacity 1956 CC
• Cylinders In-Line 4-Cylinder
• PERFORMANCE
• Max Power PS @ rpm 170 PS @ 3750 rpm
• Max Torque Nm@ rpm 350 Nm at 1750-2500 rpm
• FUEL TANK CAPACITY
• Diesel 50 Lt
• Boot Space (Lt) 750 (with 3rd Row seat Folded) ( as per ISO V215 )
• Boot Space with Seats Folded (Litres) 1658 (with 2nd & 3rd Row seat Folded) ( as per ISO V214 )
• TRANSMISSION
• Type 6 Speed Automatic/ 6-Speed Manual
• Type 235/60 R18 Alloys
• Spare 235/70 R16 Steel
• SEATING CAPACITY
• Options 6 seater / 7 seater

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Mahindra XUV700 vs Tata Safari comparison

The Mahindra XUV700 and Tata Safari have been among the newsmakers of 2021. We bring the two flagship SUVs together for one big fight.

Published on Dec 10, 2021 08:00:00 AM

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With all seats up, both SUVs offer very limited luggage space.

The Tata Safari and Mahindra XUV700 are easily two of the most talked about new SUVs in India at the moment. Being the flagship models of India’s very own automotive brands, there’s a nationwide interest in knowing what they’re like, but there’s more to the mania. Big in size, tough in build, and versatile with three rows of seating, the Safari and XUV700 fit the image Indian buyers have of ‘proper’ SUVs, an image, perhaps, subconsciously cemented by none other than the original home-grown heroes, the Tata Safari and Mahindra Scorpio from two decades ago. Sure, the new Safari and XUV700 are far removed in their monocoque construction and front-wheel-drive layouts, but the fundamental SUV-ness is very much there.

Of course, a lot of the chatter around these two is centred around which one’s better. And that’s where we come in. We’ll be blocking out the noise to give you an objective analysis of these cut-throat rivals. As ever, we’ll judge the contenders on a wide variety of parameters to pick one definitive winner.

Standing tall

Measuring over 4.6m long, the XUV700 and Safari are a full size larger than the crop of midsize SUVs better known as the ‘Creta class’. A spec check will reveal that there’s mere millimetres between the XUV and Safari in length, width and height, but you sure won’t confuse one for the other.

To my eyes, the XUV700 is handsome in its basic design, but styling is overdone at places. The headlights with their comma-like LED DRL extensions, for instance, are distinctive but too jazzy. Simpler looking tail-lamps too would have done the job just as well. But to a typical buyer, the XUV does wow with its upmarket looks and details like the flush-fitting door handles that, on fully loaded versions, automatically pop out on unlocking.

Parked alongside an XUV700, the Safari comes across as more outdoorsy in look. And while no larger than the Mahindra, it’s the Tata which comes across as more rugged. The chunky wheel arches and high bonnet sure help with this impression. And while that split headlamp set-up is shared with the 5-seat Harrier, the Safari’s stepped roof, roof rails and upright tail (inspired by the original Safari) really help it stand out.

Cabin pressure

Getting into a Tata Safari requires a bit of a step up, but once inside, you’ll like what you see. The dashboard with that thick metal-look band running its width is stylish, and the soft touch material on the dash top, among other elements, also conveys quality. Drivers will also like their commanding view out and the feeling of being in something big and tough. But as nice as the Safari’s interior is, the XUV’s is in a different plane.

It starts with the welcome gesture (on AX7 Luxury variants) that has the driver’s seat slide back for easier ingress and egress, which is something you’d typically get in a car of twice the price. The XUV’s front seats themselves are more accommodating than the ones in the Safari (there’s too much side bolstering), and then there’s the general look and feel of things. Material quality, for one, is a step up, with the Mahindra being more generous in its use of padded materials on the dash and doors, while smaller details like gloss plastics for the door window switches only enhance the premium experience inside. That said, the piano black surfaces aren’t well finished and look a bit tacky. Of course, the major talking point inside the XUV700 are the dual 10.25-inch displays for the dials and infotainment unit system. The high-res and vibrant screens give the XUV’s cabin a very tech-heavy vibe. In comparison, the Tata’s part-digital dials and fuzzy 8.8-inch touchscreen arrangement looks outdated.

And that’s the thing. Mahindra’s gone to such lengths to load the XUV700 that it makes the otherwise well-equipped Safari come across as relatively basic. In addition to all that’s been mentioned already, features exclusive to the XUV700 (pictured here in the range-topping AX7 Luxury Pack guise) include a 360-degree camera (it’s crisp, but a bit laggy), blind view monitor (it appears on the dials on activating an indicator) and dual-zone climate control. The XUV700 also has the edge with a slightly larger panoramic sunroof. Curiously, though, an auto dimming rear view mirror is not available on any version of the XUV. Of the other things, wireless phone charging and wireless Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay are features you’d find on both, though it’s worth highlighting that these are recent additions on the Tata. Safaris in limited-run Gold Edition form also get ventilation for the front seats (and rear seats on 6-seat versions) and it’s expected that these features will be rolled out onto the standard range in the days to come. Both SUVs get good sound systems.

The XUV’s 12-speaker Sony 3D set-up does offer more fine-tuning and variation while the Safari’s nine-speaker JBL system is richer in bass.

In terms of safety equipment, both models get ABS and electronic stability control, though the XUV has the upper hand with seven airbags (including one for the driver’s knee) to the Safari’s count of six airbags. That the XUV’s curtain airbags extend all the way to the third row is reassuring to know too. While both models comply with latest Indian safety norms, only the XUV700 has a Global NCAP rating too – 5 stars on adult occupant protection and 4 stars on child safety. Where the XUV700 blows the Safari away is in the Active Safety department.

The XUV has the huge distinction of being the only one with camera and radar-based ADAS or advanced driver assistance systems. Over the few days of testing, we found features like adaptive cruise control, traffic assist (that automatically accelerates and brakes in stop-go traffic) and auto high beam assist (it switches to low beam on detecting oncoming vehicles) calibrated well for average Indian conditions. Thankfully, the forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking didn’t come into play at any point. However, the lane keep assist that steers the vehicle to the centre of a lane was often thrown off by our poorly marked roads and was the one ADAS feature we kept off.

Comfort plus

Before we talk second- and third-row comfort, it’s essential to bring in the different seat arrangements these SUVs can be had with.

Lower trims of the XUV700 are offered in a 5-seat format, with a bench in the middle row. Higher-spec 7-seat versions add in a pair of seats as the third row. The Tata Safari, on the other hand, gets a third row as standard, but you can opt for a pair of captain’s chairs or a 3-seat bench for the middle row.

The XUV700’s middle-row bench scores well on comfort. Space is aplenty, the seat is well cushioned, there’s a good amount of support and the 60:40 split seats offer plenty of recline too. The flat floor makes life better for a middle-seat passenger too, and it only helps that the XUV also has the slight advantage in shoulder room. Also, boss mode lends the option to move the front passenger seat forward at the pull of a lever, to free up additional legroom for the middle row. 

You do get more flexibility in a Safari. Boss mode aside, there’s the option to move the middle row seats fore and aft to balance legroom for the last row of passengers, and bench seat-equipped versions also feature ample recline. Were we speccing our Safari, we’d opt for the 7-seat configuration with the bench middle row. The 6-seater might be designed for the chauffeur-driven, but its captain’s chairs aren’t as large or comfy as they should have been. Irrespective of the version you opt for though, you’ll appreciate the stadium seating and the great view out the Safari gets you. We also found the Safari’s air-con vents, which sit on the B-pillar, more effective at channelling cool air than the XUV’s second-row vents that are positioned lower down at the rear centre console. Just wish Tata could also find a better position for the rear USB slots that are positioned low and out of sight.

Back to back

Reaching the third row is tricky business in both SUVs, with access via the rear door. The 7-seat versions of both models get slick single touch tumble and fold mechanisms for the kerb side middle row seats. Sadly, the resulting openings on both models aren’t all that large and adults, especially, will have to contort their way in. Access to the back is (slightly) more convenient on 6-seat Safaris, thanks to the option of walking in via the narrow passage between the middle-row captain’s chairs.

At the very back, you or your passengers will be happier in the Safari. It’s not perfect, but the Tata has the comfier seating position, offers that crucial bit more headroom and kneeroom, and the option to slide the middle-row seats also means you can free up space for a large adult, if just for a short stint. The high-set air-con vents also count for a lot and Tata has thoughtfully added in two USB charging sockets at the very back too.

The XUV’s third-row experience isn’t quite as nice. The knees-up seating position, limited headroom and foot space relegate the seats for occasional usage only. The XUV gets third-row air-con vents and blower controls like the Safari but there’s only a 12V socket to juice up your phone with.

With all seats up, the XUV offers just about enough space to store a few soft bags behind the rearmost seats. In the Safari, there’s even lesser room. Both models do give the option to fold the split third-row seats flat, and this frees up a lot of space. Again, it’s the XUV that offers more room for luggage, thanks to its wider bed.

When it is time to load luggage, you’ll note it’s the Safari’s heavy metal tail gate that requires quite a bit of effort to open. The XUV’s plastic composite tail gate is lighter and more convenient to open/close. But how easy will it be to repair in the event of a rear collision?

Powering up

The Tata Safari’s engine and gearbox line-up is pretty straightforward. There’s a sole 2.0-litre diesel engine that can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed auto transmission. The XUV’s powertrain matrix is a lot more complex. There’s the choice of a 2.0 petrol engine, with manual and auto gearbox options; there’s also a 2.2 diesel in two states of tune, with the higher powered version further offered with manual and automatic gearboxes; and you can even have the diesel- auto with all-wheel drive. Phew! For this comparo, we’ve taken the popular diesel-auto versions of both, with the test XUV in Safari-like front-wheel-drive avatar.

You’ll like how the Safari delivers its power. The Fiat-sourced 170hp and 350Nm, 2.0 diesel engine actually feels stronger than the numbers suggest, and there’s enough pulling power even when travelling with a full house. Sport mode adds a spring in the Safari’s step and what’s nice is that the Hyundai-sourced 6-speed gearbox is well in tune with the characteristics of the engine. Gearshifts are smooth and timely, though there is a bit of a delay at the gearbox when you suddenly mash down on the accelerator. Manual inputs at the gear lever are well catered to, however. What isn’t all that nice is the engine’s refinement. It’s audible at idle and sounds grumbly when building speed.

Where the Safari’s powertrain is good, the XUV700’s is great and quite frankly in a different league. The Mahindra’s 2.2 diesel engine not only has the displacement advantage, but its 185hp and 450Nm make it a whole lot more powerful too. And you can feel the added power. The XUV feels light on its feet and peppy, in a way you just wouldn’t expect an SUV in this category to be. The impression is backed by the performance numbers. The XUV is significantly quicker in kickdown acceleration (see table) and, if only for theoretical interest, is faster from a standstill to 100kph too (with a time of 10.1sec to the Safari’s 12sec best figure).

Standard Zip mode is more than adequate for most scenarios, though you’ll find yourself switching to Zap and Zoom driving modes that give access to all of the engine’s power. The 6-speed auto also goes about its business with great smoothness and you’ll like how on the ball it is, ready with a quick gearshift in Zoom mode.

Even manual gearshifts via the gear lever are slick. The XUV’s diesel unit does sound gravelly when you’re starting out, but engine refinement on the whole is much better than the Safari’s. Also if it’s ultimate refinement you desire, you’d, perhaps, be better served by the XUV700 petrol.

Twist and turn

It’s in the area of ride and handling that the XUV truly distances itself from the Safari. For starters, the XUV’s electric power steering is really well judged. It’s light and easy to twirl at low speeds (helping the XUV feel smaller than it is) and weighs up adequately and remains linear when you go faster. The drive modes add more weight, but the difference in feel is limited at best. It’s not intended to be a corner carver, but you’ll be more than satisfied by the poise with which the XUV changes direction.

An all-independent suspension with sophisticated frequency selective dampers have been employed on the Mahindra and have resulted in a very un-Mahindra dynamic experience, especially if the old XUV500 is your point of reference. The XUV700 also does a great job of smoothening out surface imperfections, particularly at low speeds.

In the same city settings, you’ll find the Safari’s low-speed ride a bit jittery, the steering feels heavy at parking speeds and there’s a general awareness that you’re piloting something large. The Safari experience gets better as you pick up the pace. There’s a confident heft with which the Tata cruises, and you’ll particularly appreciate how unfazed it feels over broken patches of road taken at high speeds. However, the Tata’s hydraulic steering is the weak link in the experience. There’s kickback on bad roads, torque steer under hard acceleration and an inconsistency that takes away some confidence at high speeds.

It’s when the going gets tough that the Safari feels its best. On mild trails, you’ll find yourself taking more liberties in the Tata that feels built to take a beating. The Tata is built on a Land Rover-derived platform and that inherent toughness comes through. Dedicated terrain modes are also part of the package on the Tata. The XUV isn’t a softie, either. It’s tough in its own right and will do all that the Safari can, but you’ll find yourself going easier in the Mahindra. The XUV does have the critical advantage with optional all-wheel drive, though.

Both models feature front and rear disc brakes but both have their quirks in panic braking scenarios. Where the Safari’s pedal feels mushy, the XUV exhibits considerable dive in hard stops.

Question of the hour

So now that you know what they’re like, time to bring in prices. The Mahindra XUV700 diesel-auto in AX7 Luxury trim has a price tag of Rs 20.89 lakh, while the Tata Safari XZA+ is on sale for Rs 20.79 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom, Delhi).

Factor in what they cost and see what both get you for similar money and it’s a convincing win for the XUV700. Sure, the Safari exudes toughness and has that roomier third row, but in all other areas it plays second fiddle to the game-changing new XUV. The Mahindra is plusher inside, is loaded with tech and features, has the stronger engine, is easier as well as more entertaining to drive and generally feels like a more sophisticated package.

Mahindra really has hit it out of the park with the XUV700, and the 75,000+ strong order bank is also telling that buyers like what they see.

Which of these flagship SUVs would you buy? Let us know in the comments below.

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Ex-XUV500 owners buys a 2023 Tata Safari; first impressions, minor bugs

Despite initial concerns, the light-colored interior has held up well to the wear and tear of two young children till now.

BHPian spaceunicorn recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Got the car after paint protection work.

Had around 250kms on the car. These are my observations (comparing mostly to my outgoing XUV500).

Comfortable seating: The driver and co-driver seats provide a good view of the road, even with the seat height set at a medium level. The car is wide compared to the Xuv500 - but the 360-degree camera is an asset to park this one.

Durable interior: Despite initial concerns, the light-colored interior has held up well to the wear and tear of two young children till now.

Firm seats: The leatherette seats are initially firmer than the overly cushioned fabric seats in the XUV500, but they may soften over time.

Enforced seatbelt use: The seatbelt alarm is activated for all seats due to the presence of airbags, ensuring that all occupants are buckled up.

Left knee discomfort: The driver's left knee can occasionally bump against the dashboard, which was not an issue in the XUV500. Adjusting the seating position may help alleviate this problem.

Third-row AC bug: The third-row AC blower is turned on by default when the car starts. Attempting to switch it off from the central console and then back on results in a "Settings cannot be updated" error. To re-activate the third-row AC (once you have switched it off from the centre console), a passenger must physically enter the third row and use the rotary knob there. Or restart the car. This illogical restriction should be addressed through a software update.

Boot opening: The boot can be opened using three methods: a touchscreen button, a key button, or a leg gesture. The touchscreen button is the most reliable, while the key button only works if the car is locked, and the key is outside the car. The leg gesture method is unpredictable and at times fails to recognize the user's movements.

Touch-only AC controls: AC blower adjustments are exclusively made through touchscreen controls on the dashboard. While this provides a modern aesthetic, it may hinder ease of use while driving, for those accustomed to physical buttons.

Adequate power: The Citi mode provides sufficient power for everyday driving, while the Sports mode offers a noticeable boost in performance. The Eco mode effectively increases fuel consumption.

Initial fuel economy: During initial drives within the city, the car achieved an average fuel economy of 11.8 kmpl - mostly city mode. Eco and Sports are used occasionally. Moderate to heavy traffic.

Seat Alignment - The front seat in XUV 500 is more centered towards the right side (which means more space between the drive and the central console. However, Safari has the steering (and so the seat) aligned to the left side (which means there is a visible gap between the driver and the door). This is quite evident while you try to keep your hand on the door handrest while driving - You may not find it comfortable to put your arm on the armrest on the door. This may be one of the reasons why the knee hits the central console. May be dependent on the person as well (I am 5'7" and a bit heavy).

Feature not yet available: I Have not yet got the irS app activated. The lane control (Steering automatically adjusting for lane) will be available in the next update.

Music System - NO words - but it's superb!

Lighting - The mood lights dance with the music. Gets a feeling like you are in a pub or club

Panoramic Sunroof - Both the blind and roof are controlled by one switch. You need to be careful not to push hard, which may open the sunroof as well, not only the blind. Great features are - The Sunroof automatically closes when it detects rain when the car is locked.

Boot Space - The seats are not flat - which means, you may find less space compared to Harrier.

Middle row floor not flat - There is a bump on the middle row floor (XUV500 never had that).

ADAS - We tried auto braking, adaptive cruise control, etc. All worked fine and as expected. The car braked quite well using Adas.

Will update more - as I am planning for a long drive this weekend.

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