Mumbai, Jan. 8 -- Tata Motors has officially launched the petrol-powered versions of the Harrier and Safari in India, with prices starting at Rs. 12.89 lakh for the Harrier and Rs. 13.29 lakh for the Safari, ex-showroom. Both SUVs are powered by Tata's new 1.5-litre Hyperion turbo GDi petrol engine, marking the long-awaited introduction of a petrol option in the flagship SUV range.

The new 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine develops 168bhp and 280Nm of torque and is offered with a six-speed manual gearbox as well as a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Tata claims best in segment fuel efficiency, along with improved NVH levels and refined highway performance.

Both the Harrier and Safari petrol variants continue to offer a lon...