Overview
The Indigo CS is a sub 4-meter sedan based on the popular mid-size Indigo sedan from Tata Motors. The sedan was introduced by Tata to allow consumers to benefit from the current tax structure favoring small cars. At 3988 meters in length, the Indigo CS manages to qualify as a small car. The ’CS’ in Indigo CS stands for ’Compact Sedan’.
The car has good pickup and comes with a lightweight body. It is a great sedan available at the price of a hatchback. The model comes in both petrol and diesel versions.
Powertrain & Performance
The Indigo CS is offered in five variants- LE, LS and LS DiCOR in diesel & GLE and GLS in petrol. The petrol variants come equipped with a 64 bhp 1.2-litre multi-point fuel injection in-line 4 engine and the diesel variants get a 1.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine that delivers an output of 69 bhp. With minimal engine noise and vibration, the
performance of the sedan is acceptable. All variants come with a
5-speed manual transmission.
The wheelbase of the Indigo CS is exactly
the same as its parent model Indigo sedan and as such the ride quality
of both the cars is nearly the same. The independent front and rear
McPherson strut suspension systems ensure a smooth ride even on tough
roads. The reduced length of the Indigo CS makes parking easy and city
driving more enjoyable.
Build & Styling
The exterior is adorned by a classy chrome grille, body coloured
bumpers (LS, GLS and LS DiCOR) and black bumpers (LE and GLE), well
positioned dual-beam headlights and taillight cluster. All variants
ride on the 14"steel wheels with 165/65 R14 radial tires (LE and GLE)
and 175/65 R14 radial tires (LS and GLS). The LS and GLS get full wheel
covers.
The interior gives a good
feel that’s typical of C segment sedans. The petrol and diesel versions
get unique interior trim options. Petrol variants are available with
quite beige interiors whereas the diesel variants get sporty black
upholstery. The steering wheel has a sporty look and the gear shift
knob is leather-wrapped. Power steering comes only with the higher end
LS and GLS variants. The instrument cluster comes with a very useful
light intensity adjustment feature.
The partial fabric covered
seats on the Indigo CS are quite comfortable. The front seats, being
anti-submarine type, keep the driver and front passenger from sliding
forward in case of hard braking or minor road accidents. The double
folding backrest on the rear seat offers additional luggage space. The
air conditioning system on the car is quite powerful. Higher-end LS and
GLS variants get a more efficient HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and AC)
system.
Highlights of the Car
Stylish look.
Performance.
Quiet engine.