Q1. What is the Tata Harrier petrol price in India 2026?

The Tata Harrier petrol price starts at ₹12.89 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base Smart Manual and goes up to ₹24.69 lakh for the top Empowered AT. It was launched in January 2026 alongside the new TGDI turbo-petrol engine.

Q2. What engine does the 2026 Tata Harrier petrol use?

A brand new 1.5L TGDI (Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection) 4-cylinder petrol engine producing 170 bhp and 280 Nm of torque. This engine is more powerful than the MG Hector's 143 bhp petrol and significantly punchier than the old Harrier diesel in terms of on-demand performance.

Q3. What gearbox options are available on the Harrier petrol?

A 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic. Unlike the Harrier EV which uses dual motors, the petrol is front-wheel drive only across all variants. There is no AWD option on the petrol Harrier.

Q4. What is the mileage of the Tata Harrier petrol?

ARAI certified mileage is approximately 15.3 kmpl. Real-world figures are 10–12 kmpl in city traffic and 14–17 kmpl on highways — typical for a 170 bhp turbocharged petrol SUV of this size. If fuel economy is your priority, the diesel Harrier or the Harrier EV are better choices.

Q5. Does the Harrier petrol have the big 14.5-inch Samsung screen?

Yes, from the Adventure trim (₹17.49 lakh) upward. The base Smart and Pure variants get a 10.25-inch screen. The 14.53-inch Samsung QLED touchscreen — the same display technology as the Harrier EV — is standard from Adventure onward.

Q6. Does the Harrier petrol have ADAS?

Yes, from the Fearless trim at ₹19.99 lakh upward. It includes adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and automatic emergency braking. The lower Smart, Pure, and Pure AT variants do not have ADAS.

Q7. How does the Harrier petrol compare to the MG Hector?

The Harrier petrol wins on engine power (170 bhp vs 143 bhp), torque (280 Nm vs 250 Nm), ground clearance (205 mm vs 192 mm), and ADAS quality (Level 2 vs Level 1 on Hector). The MG Hector wins on seating flexibility — it offers 5, 6, and 7-seat configurations, while the Harrier is 5-seat only.

Q8. Which Harrier petrol variant should I buy?

The Adventure AT at ₹18.99 lakh for most buyers. You get the torque converter automatic, the 14.53-inch QLED screen, and panoramic sunroof — the three headline features — without paying for the full ADAS suite. If you want the complete package with Dolby Atmos and 360-degree camera, go to the Fearless+ AT at ₹23.49 lakh.