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  • Based on the Harrier, the Gravitas features a different rear end and an option of up to 7 seats.
  • Interior will utilise a more premium black-beige colour scheme.
  • Will be powered by the familiar 170PS 2.0-litre diesel engine. Petrol is also on the cards.
  • Likely to command a Rs 1 lakh premium over the Harrier.

A production-spec Tata Gravitas has been spotted undisguised in the country. The 7-seater SUV, based on the Harrier, made its India debut at the Auto Expo 2020. It is expected to be launched in January 2021. 

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The Gravitas seen here is finished in dark blue, a shade that’s not on offer with the Harrier. The rear-end looks different from the Harrier thanks to the third row bench. It gets an upright tail gate and a stepped roof to liberate more headroom for third row occupants. Just like the MG Hector Plus, Tata could offer the Gravitas either as a 6-seater with captain seats or a 7-seater with bench seats. 

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While the dashboard layout is similar to the Harrier, the Gravitas utilises a lighter black-beige colour scheme that looks more premium and aids in an airier cabin. It also comes with an electronic parking brake with auto hold function, a feature that’s missing in the Harrier, as seen on one of the test mules. 

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The rest of the feature list is expected to be similar to the 5-seater SUV. It comes with an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control, steering-mounted audio controls, climate control, a JBL sound system, powered driver’s seat, and 7-inch coloured multi-info display. We can expect connected car tech with the Gravitas too. Safety is covered by six airbags, ABS with EBD, parking sensors, and electronic stability control. 

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The Gravitas will be powered by the FCA-sourced 170PS 2.0-litre diesel engine that can be had with either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. A 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine could be offered later.

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The Gravitas is likely to command a premium of Rs 1 lakh over the Harrier which is priced from Rs 13.84 lakh (ex-showroom). It will rival the MG Hector Plus and the upcoming 2021 Mahindra XUV500