Suv Diesel Automatic FWD 5-seat

Tata Harrier

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current-generation South African-market Tata Harrier five-seat SUV Current version 2025 Body style SUV
Harrier is a South African SUV with a suv body and diesel power.
ZAR 699,900
On-road in
ZAR 715,049
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 699,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 6,299
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 699,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 9,677/month Based on Pure+ AT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1956cc (2.0L) Torque:350Nm (258 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:205mm (8.1″) Power:125kW (168 bhp) Boot445L (15.7 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 15.15 km/l (36 mpg)
City 9.6 km/l (23 mpg)
Highway 14.4 km/l (34 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Tata Harrier in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 9,677
Total Interest
ZAR 140,605
Total Payable
ZAR 580,605
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the Pure+ AT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Tata Harrier

Harrier is a South African SUV with a suv body and diesel power.

It is a five-seat SUV rather than a seven-seater, giving its length to passenger space and luggage flexibility. The diesel's torque band and conventional automatic suit long, loaded journeys, while the owner should consider whether regular travel patterns include enough sustained running for diesel to be a sensible choice. A published 445-litre boot with all five seats available expands to 815 litres when the rear seat is folded. Adventure+ A AT retains six airbags, the twin 10.25-inch displays and manually adjusted front seats, while adding front parking sensors, a 360-degree surround-view system and the published Level 2 driver-assistance suite. Fearless+ DT AT is the dual-tone flagship and builds on the Level 2 assistance and 360-degree camera package with a powered memory driver's seat, ventilated front seats and hill-descent control. It also increases the airbag count to seven with a driver's knee bag, enlarges the central screen to 12.3 inches, uses 19-inch wheels and adds dual-zone voice-operated climate control, Alexa connectivity, a gesture-operated powered tailgate, sequential lighting and the fullest cabin presentation. Buyers should compare all three grades feature by feature, test the exact parking and assistance equipment fitted to the chosen derivative and price replacement tyres, insurance and service support. The current-generation Harrier launched in South Africa with Tata Passenger Vehicles' 2025 return; no South African facelift has been announced since its local introduction. Current-generation South African-market Tata Harrier five-door, five-seat SUV, introduced in the brand's 2025 passenger-vehicle return. One 2.0-litre four-cylinder Kryotec turbo-diesel; 125 kW at 3750 rpm and 350 Nm at 1750-2500 rpm; six-speed automatic; front-wheel drive across the local range. Pure+ AT provides the diesel-automatic and six-airbag fundamentals; Adventure+ A AT adds Level 2 assistance, 360-degree vision, front sensors, auto hold, all-wheel disc brakes and comfort convenience; Fearless+ DT AT adds seven airbags and powered-driver/ventilated-seat flagship technology. The Harrier has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a 6-Speed Automatic transmission and a 6-Speed Automatic transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. The useful starting points are a South African price reference of R549,900 and engine of 2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Harrier. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Harrier

Tata Harrier — Quick Facts

Tata Harrier Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Pure+ AT Base Diesel Efficiency15.15 km/l Automatic ZAR 549,900
Adventure+ A AT High Diesel Efficiency15.15 km/l Automatic ZAR 639,900
Fearless+ DT AT Top Diesel Efficiency15.15 km/l Automatic ZAR 699,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Pure+ AT Base Diesel Efficiency15.15 km/l Automatic ZAR 549,900
Adventure+ A AT High Diesel Efficiency15.15 km/l Automatic ZAR 639,900
Fearless+ DT AT Top Diesel Efficiency15.15 km/l Automatic ZAR 699,900
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Tata Harrier Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2025
Body Style
SUV
Generation
Current-generation South African-market Tata Harrier five-seat SUV
Model Year
2026
Production Status
Active
Segment
Mid-size SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Facelift History
Introduced with Tata Passenger Vehicles' South African return in 2025; no South African facelift has been announced
Length
4605 mm
Width
1922 mm
Height
1718 mm
Wheelbase
2741 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
205 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
445 l
Kerb Weight
1823 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2298 kg
Payload Capacity
475 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
Front Headroom
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
950 mm
Front Legroom
840 mm
Rear Legroom
980 mm
Engine
2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1956 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
125 kW @ 3750 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
170 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, City, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
68.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
192.0 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
LSD Available
No
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Transmission Speeds
6
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
Axle Layout
4x2
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
3.22
Number of Gears
6
Transmission Type
Torque-converter Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic gear selector
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
14.49 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
50
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
AdBlue Tank Capacity
15 l
Emission Standard
BS VI Phase 2
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
Highway Mileage
14.4 km/l
City Mileage
9.6 km/l
Claimed Mileage
15.15 km/l
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
7
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
3 Point Seatbelt with ELR for All Passengers
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
3 Point Seatbelt with ELR for All Passengers
Brake Override System
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Knee Airbag
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Multi Mood lights on Sunroof & Dashboard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual slide and recline
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way powered with memory
Seat Trim
Leatherette
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-wrapped
Heated Seats
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Leatherette
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Voice Enabled Dual Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof with Mood Light
Electric Tailgate
Gesture Controlled Power tailgate
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Voice Enabled Dual Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
Android Auto
Wireless
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Smart USB Chargers (A & C Type) in front & Rear
Infotainment System
12.3" Harman Touch Screen Infotainment
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
10
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Infotainment Screen
12.3-inch
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25" TFT Instrument Cluster
Roof Rails
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Lunar White, Ash Grey, Pebble Grey, Coral Red, Seaweed Green
Fog Lamps
Front LED Fog Lamps with Cornering Function
Headlights
Bi - LED Projector Head Lamp
Daytime Running Lamps
Front LED DRLs with Turn Indicators
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Normal, Rough, Wet
Wading Depth
450 mm
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
16.6 deg
Approach Angle
25.3 deg
Departure Angle
26.4 deg
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Front Brake Type
Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake with auto hold
Tyre Size
245/55 R19
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Steel spare wheel, 235/70 R16
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch
Rear Suspension
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Suspension
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Service Plan
5 years / 75,000 km
Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
CO2 Emissions
174 g/km
Pricing Role
Recommended retail price
Price Zar
699900 ZAR
Ownership Role
New passenger vehicle
Starting Price
699900
Starting Price Zar
699900

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Market
South Africa
Brand
Tata
Brand Slug
tata
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Tata
Model
Harrier
OEM URL
https://tatacars.co.za/harrier/overview
Source Name
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles South Africa
Source Page URL
https://tatacars.co.za/api/model/Harrier/ICE/680784c11fa030fbd11b8d6e
Source URL
https://tatacars.co.za/assets/TATA-HARRIER-BROCHURE-kDTafkDs.pdf
Variant
Fearless+ DT AT
Fuel Economy Combined
6.6
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
6.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption
6.6
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6.6 l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
6.6
Price Source
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles South Africa current price selector
Driving fit

Where the Tata Harrier Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

A shopper researching Harrier should separate need from showroom appeal. If a 6-Speed Automatic transmission solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration. The best buyer for Harrier can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. That may be the space for a family, the access needed for work or the cost of keeping a second vehicle for Harrier. Start with passengers, cargo, parking, monthly kilometres and road surface for Harrier. Then compare a South African price reference of R549,900 and engine of 2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment for Harrier

City
It will require more garage, turning and parking space than Tata's smaller SUVs. Around town, Harrier should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R639,900 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R699,900 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Harrier out with the load it normally carries. A 6-Speed Automatic transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how a front-wheel drive drivetrain feels on a gradient. For highway buyers, the Harrier needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for Harrier. A front-wheel drive drivetrain helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for Harrier
Off-Road
Avoid deep sand, mud, water and technical routes. If the Harrier will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a South African price reference of R699,900 against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Harrier. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Harrier. A 6-Speed Automatic transmission may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor diesel alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Harrier. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Harrier
4.5/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.5 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

Tata Harrier — Should You Buy It?

4.5/5
Tata Harrier desk review: a torque-rich five-seat flagship range
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

This is a Hagalu editorial desk score based on official Tata South Africa specification, not a road test, owner survey, safety certification or scraped rating. Harrier earns strong powertrain and practicality scores for 350 Nm, a six-speed automatic and flexible luggage space. Six airbags are fitted from entry. Adventure+ A strengthens parking and braking convenience with front sensors, all-wheel disc brakes, auto hold, the Level 2 suite and a 360-degree camera, while Fearless+ adds the seventh airbag and powered-driver/ventilated-seat package. Value and ownership remain measured because the vehicle is large, front-wheel drive, diesel-dependent and increasingly complex as trim rises. The rating recognises a capable touring proposition while keeping real-world ride, resale and long-term reliability unclaimed.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.8/5 · 20%
4.8/5
Value 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Practicality 4.6/5 · 20%
4.6/5
Ownership 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Powertrain suitability 4.5/5 · 15%
4.5/5
Comfort & technology 4.7/5 · 10%
4.7/5

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Harrier deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Its exact local upgrades also include all-wheel disc brakes, an electronic parking brake with auto hold, 18-inch alloys, panoramic sunroof with mood lighting, wireless phone charging, air purification, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers and connected-car technology. Harrier is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a 6-Speed Automatic transmission and accept the limitation represented by a front-wheel drive drivetrain. A fair review of Harrier should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 125 kW @ 3750 rpm, a 6-Speed Automatic transmission and a 6-Speed Automatic transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Harrier. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Harrier. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Harrier

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel
  • ✓South African price: R549,900
  • ✓Engine: 2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel
  • ✓Power output: 125 kW @ 3750 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Harrier can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Harrier depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Harrier quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Harrier budget.
  • ✕A short Harrier test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Harrier capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Harrier grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Harrier figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Harrier stock and support terms.

Tata Harrier FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Tata Harrier run from R549,900 to R699,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises Pure+ AT, Adventure+ A AT, Fearless+ DT AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Tata Harrier is 205 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Tata Harrier is 1956 cc, with output shown as 125 kW (168 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Tata Harrier is around 15.15 km/l.

A shopper researching Harrier should separate need from showroom appeal. If a 6-Speed Automatic transmission solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration.

It will require more garage, turning and parking space than Tata's smaller SUVs. Around town, Harrier should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Harrier out with the load it normally carries. A 6-Speed Automatic transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how a front-wheel drive drivetrain feels on a gradient.

Buyers researching the Tata Harrier often compare it with rivals such as Omoda C7 , Mazda CX-30 , Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross , Ford Territory , Hyundai Tucson . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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