Tata Sumo Gold Alpha: For Indian families who want a no-fuss, all-terrain vehicle that can handle everything from daily commutes to exciting road trips, the Tata Sumo Gold Alpha is a great choice. This modern version of the iconic car from the 90s blends powerful capability and amazing comfort, making it ideal for both large families and commercial users.
Built for Power and Performance
The Sumo Gold Alpha is powered by a robust 3.0-litre CR4 turbo diesel engine that produces 85 PS of power and 250 Nm of torque. The highlight of this powertrain is its excellent low-end power – the engine has plenty of power even at low speeds, so it is best suited for hilly terrain or regular cargo hauling. It has a 5-speed manual transmission, and it tackles rough terrain with ease, even on narrow rural roads. With its incredible range capabilities, the Sumo can go almost anywhere, and that too while carrying almost anything.
Tata Sumo Gold Alpha: Roomy Interiors For Indian Families
Step inside and you’ll find a cabin that values space and practicality over looks. The Sumo Gold Alpha is available in 7, 8 and 9 seating options, perfect for large families as well as commercial passenger vehicle needs. Seating is comfortable, and riders enjoy front-facing seating. We got a pair of bolt-up seats that feel cushioned enough for a comfortable ride, even on long journeys. The highlight is the air conditioning system, which cools the cabin quickly, which is a boon in a climate like ours. The dashboard itself isn’t anything special, but it has all the essential features like power steering, mobile charging point and a great instrument cluster.
Safety You Can Trust
Tata has also designed the body shell of the Sumo Gold Alpha to give you the ultimate ruggedness that all Sumo cars have, with side intrusion beams and a robust chassis. As standard features, the car also comes with two airbags and other essential safety features. This robust build can be used on both heavily trafficked city roads as well as rough rural terrain, giving drivers the confidence that their family is safe in this vehicle designed for Indian conditions.
Tata Sumo Alpha: Unexpectedly resourceful despite its girth.
With all that power, you might expect the fuel tank to be a little empty, but that’s not the case – under normal driving conditions the Sumo Gold Alpha returns a decent mileage of 14 kmpl, which isn’t bad at all for a car this big and this capable. Given the robustness of Tata’s much-vaunted diesel engine, it’s no surprise to learn that despite its impressive efficiency, running costs are surprisingly low for customers looking to buy an affordable car.
Pricing That Offers Real Value
With a price range of 9.5 lakh to 11.5 lakh (ex-showroom), the Sumo Gold Alpha also makes for an urban, rugged SUV. Given the car’s large interior space, longevity and off-road capability, it’s not hard to understand why commercial fleet operators and large families demand this Tata car more.
The Verdict: A Sensible Choice in an Era of Flashy SUVs
In an era when the automotive world is dominated by sleek urban crossovers, the Tata Sumo Gold Alpha is known for staying true to its strengths. It does exactly what practical Indian buyers want—plenty of space, unmatched reliability and the ability to take on even the roughest roads (or no roads)—and all this without the burden of maintenance. While it may not be as attractive as more modern SUVs, it makes up for it in terms of utility.
For ordinary families who prefer power over style or for businesses that need a reliable car, the new Sumo Gold Alpha is one of the best choices at this price point. It’s not just a car – it’s a reliable friend, and an expression of India’s aspirations, capable of meeting the most demanding needs for flexibility and power in all driving conditions, the new Sumo is the new Sumo.