For five years, if you wanted a Tata Harrier, you had only one choice: Diesel.
But now, Tata Motors finally gave the people what they wanted.
The Tata Harrier Petrol has officially launched in India with an aggressive starting price of ₹12.89 Lakh (Ex-Showroom). This strategic pricing undercuts the newly launched Mahindra XUV 7XO by nearly ₹77,000, heating up the mid-size SUV battle.
Here is everything you need to know about the new “Hyperion” heart of the Harrier.
The Engine: 1.5L ‘Hyperion’ TGDi
The biggest highlight is under the hood. Tata has debuted its new in-house developed 1.5-litre TGDi (Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection) engine, officially named “Hyperion”.
- Power: 170 PS (168 BHP) @ 5,000 rpm
- Torque: 280 Nm @ 1,750-3,500 rpm
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic (with Paddle Shifters).
- Why No DCT? Tata opted for a Torque Converter over a DCT (Dual Clutch) to ensure better reliability and smoother creep function in Indian stop-go traffic.
Official Price List (Ex-Showroom)
Tata has launched the petrol version in four main personas. Here is the verified price list.
(All approx. prices are Ex-Showroom, New Delhi)
| Variant Persona | Standard Price (MT / AT) | #Dark Price (MT / AT) |
| Smart (Base) | ₹12.89 Lakh / – | – |
| Pure X | ₹15.99 Lakh / ₹17.53 Lakh | ₹16.63 Lakh / ₹17.91 Lakh |
| Adventure X | ₹16.86 Lakh / ₹18.47 Lakh | ₹17.38 Lakh / ₹18.90 Lakh |
| Adventure X+ | ₹17.14 Lakh / ₹18.74 Lakh | ₹17.66 Lakh / ₹19.26 Lakh |
| Fearless X | ₹19.99 Lakh / ₹21.79 Lakh | ₹20.65 Lakh / ₹22.31 Lakh |
| Fearless X+ | ₹22.12 Lakh / ₹23.54 Lakh | ₹22.64 Lakh / ₹24.06 Lakh |
| Fearless Ultra | ₹22.72 Lakh / ₹24.14 Lakh | ₹23.27 Lakh / ₹24.69 Lakh |
The Price Gap: The Petrol Manual is approximately ₹1.1 Lakh cheaper than the equivalent Diesel variant, making it a fantastic value proposition for city buyers.
New Features & Updates
Apart from the engine, Tata has added new features to differentiate the Petrol model:
- 14.5-inch Infotainment: The massive touchscreen from the Harrier EV concept is now available in top petrol trims.
- New Color: A stunning new shade called “Crimson Nitro” (Exclusive to Petrol).
- 360° Camera with Washers: Front and rear cameras now get dedicated washers to keep the view clear in mud/rain.
- E-Shifter: The Automatic variants get a new stylish electronic gear lever (Shift-by-Wire).
Petrol vs Diesel: Which One Should You Buy?
This is the big question for buyers in 2026.
| Feature | Hyperion Petrol | Kryotec Diesel |
| Power | 170 PS | 170 PS |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm (Better Pull) |
| Refinement | Silent & Smooth | Noisy |
| City Mileage | ~10-12 kmpl | ~14-15 kmpl |
| Ideal For | City use & NCR Region | Highway Runners |
Verdict: A Nightmare for Rivals?
At ₹12.89 Lakh, the Harrier Petrol sits comfortably between the Creta/Seltos top models and the XUV700/XUV 7XO. It offers the “Big SUV” road presence and 5-Star BNCAP Safety at a mid-size SUV price.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is the Harrier Petrol engine powerful enough?
A: Yes, with 170 PS, it matches the power of the Diesel version. However, the torque (280 Nm) is lower than the Diesel (350 Nm), so initial acceleration might feel slightly different, but it is faster than the Creta 1.5 Turbo.
Q2: Does the base model get the new engine?
A: Yes! The base Smart (₹12.89 Lakh) gets the same 170 PS Hyperion engine. No detuning.
Q3: What is the waiting period?
A: Bookings are open now. Deliveries are expected to begin by late January 2026.