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A lot of excitement coming in

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The Tata pavillion was full of surprises at the the 2020 Auto Expo. Let’s begin with the HBX Concept which is essentiall­y a micro-SUV in lines of the Renault Kwid and the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso. The HBX is a near production ready concept and we are happy to report that most of the design elements barring the oversized wheels and roof rack could be a part of the production car. This makes it a rather inviting option.

At the front, the HBX features a split-headlamp setup with the main cluster lower down on the bumper much like the Harrier. The HBX has a butch, upright stance thanks to the prominent shoulder-line along the sides and prominent and flared wheel arches. A raked rear windscreen and high set LED tail-lamps give it a rather interestin­g look. Adding to the overall

SUV feel are the skid plates both up front and rear. Since the HBX is heading to production we expect it to be powered by a petrol motor; a 1.2-litre three cylinder to be precise. Needless to say, Tata will offer the HBX with a manual transmissi­on and also an AMT as it is the need of the day. A diesel has been ruled out completely. The other update regarding the HBX is the fact that it could in future be offered with an electric powertrain.

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