Which Tata Safari variant is best?

The Adventure is the most value-for-money variant of the Tata Safari, offering a great balance of features and price.

Which Tata Safari variant has automatic transmission?

The Accomplished AT is a highly recommended automatic variant.

Tata Safari

₹16.19 - 24.29 LakhLive*Avg. Ex-Showroom

The Tata Safari provides an accomplished road presence as an adaptable SUV commanding ₹16.19 - 25.49 Lakh, powered by a capable 1.2L Turbo / 1.5L Diesel paired with Manual / Automatic transmission choices. Highlighting its appeal are 7-seater with flexible 3rd row, bolstered by a commendable 5 Star crash test safety benchmark. Tailored for drivers wanting go-anywhere versatility, it combines rugged underpinnings with elevated visibility and reassuring highway stability.

Tata Safari price starts from ₹16.19 Lakh for the base model and goes up to ₹24.29 Lakh for the top model (avg. ex-showroom) as of October 2026.

Tata Safari Price Details:

Base Variant (Smart): ₹16.19 Lakh
Top Variant (Accomplished AT): ₹24.29 Lakh
Estimated On-Road Price: ₹18.13 Lakh - ₹27.2 Lakh

Tata Safari Engine & Variant Options:

Engine Options: 1.2L Turbo / 1.5L Diesel
Transmission: Manual / Automatic
Variants: Available in 5 variants.

Tata Safari Best Variant: Which Variant Should You Buy?

Short Answer: The Adventure is our top recommendation for most buyers.

Our Recommended Tata Safari Variant

Top Pick

Adventure

2.0L KryotecManualDiesel16.3 kmpl kmpl

₹20.99 Lakh

Ex-Showroom Price

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The Adventure hits the sweet spot in the Tata Safari lineup. It provides essential modern features, excellent safety basics, and great driving dynamics without the steep premium demanded by the top-spec Accomplished AT. Unless you absolutely require flagship-tier features (like ADAS or panoramic sunroofs), this is the smartest place to put your money.

5-Year Ownership Cost Estimate

While the Adventure costs ₹4.8 Lakh more than the base model to buy, let's see how much it actually costs to own over 5 years (assuming 10,000 km/year).

Cost Area (5 Yrs)	Base (Smart)	Pick (Adventure)	Top (Accomplished AT)
Purchase Price	₹16.19 Lakh	₹20.99 Lakh	₹25.49 Lakh
Estimated Fuel	₹2.76 Lakh	₹2.76 Lakh	₹3.1 Lakh
Insurance (Est.)	₹2.43 Lakh	₹3.15 Lakh	₹3.82 Lakh
Service (Est.)	₹80,950	₹1.05 Lakh	₹1.27 Lakh
Minus Resale Value	-₹8.1 Lakh	-₹10.49 Lakh	-₹12.74 Lakh
Total Net Cost (5Y)	₹14.09 Lakh	₹17.45 Lakh	₹20.95 Lakh

Detailed Ownership Cost Breakdown

Best Tata Safari Variant by Use Case

Best Automatic

For stress-free city traffic driving.

Accomplished AT

₹25.49 Lakh

On a Strict Budget

Core performance without the premium features.

Smart

₹16.19 Lakh

Highway Cruising

Maximum power, stability, and safety tech.

Accomplished AT

₹25.49 Lakh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Tata Safari variant offers the best value for money?

The Adventure is generally considered the best value-for-money variant. Priced at ₹20.99 Lakh ex-showroom, it offers the essential modern features you need without the expensive luxury add-ons of the top trims.

Is the Smart worth buying?

Yes, if you are on a strict budget. The base Smart gives you the exact same engine (2.0L Kryotec) and core structural safety as the top models, but you will miss out on premium interior features and advanced technology.

Which Tata Safari automatic variant is best?

We recommend the Accomplished AT for buyers seeking an automatic transmission. It combines driving convenience for city traffic with a well-rounded feature list at a reasonable price of ₹25.49 Lakh.