Tata Harrier and Tata Safari SUVs are the first ever cars to receive 5-star Bharat-NCAP (Bharat New Car Assessment Programme) ratings in crash tests. 

The first-ever vehicle safety rating agency in India, Bharat-NCAP, conducted its first crash test on 15 December 2023.

Additionally, the Harrier and Safari also received a perfect five-star crash test rating by Global NCAP. 

Before moving further let’s get a brief understanding of Bharat-NCAP.

What is Bharat-NCAP? 

The Minister of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) Nitin Gadkari launched a new safety rating system the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) on 22 August 2023 which came into effect from 15 December 2023.

B-NCAP is India’s own crash test rating structure to ensure and enhance the safety of new vehicles in the country and help buyers make informed decisions while purchasing a new car.  

According to the new system, star ratings will be given based on vehicle performance during crash tests, similar to the global NCAP and European NCAP.  

Bharat NCAP is India’s autonomous Atmanirbhhar voice on Vehicle Safety, said Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari.

It is the benchmark of best-in-class global standards. Moreover, the Bharat-NCAP vehicle rating system has been launched to advance road safety and vehicle safety standards beyond mandatory regulations. 

Testing Protocols under Bharat-NCAP

Under B-NCAP only the base model of a specific car variant will be tested and will undergo rigorous frontal and side-impact assessments, with the former being executed at a velocity of 64 mph.

After relentless evaluations in two key areas adult occupant protection (AOP) and child occupant protection (COP), The cars will receive ratings ranging from one to five stars. 

To determine the minimum score for star rating for adult and child occupant protection (COP), refer to the below table.

For more details refer to our blog: BNCAP: New Star Rating Safety System for Cars In India

Rating Received by Tata Harrier and Tata Safari by Bharat-NCAP

Bharat-NCAP announced the achievement on its social media channels that the two SUVs Safari and Harrier were tested for frontal impact, side impact as well as a pole side impact.

Overall, the Harrier & Safari scored 30.08 out of a possible 32 points for adult occupant protection, and 44.54 out of a possible 49 points for child occupant protection. 

However, the score applies to all variants of the new Tata Harrier & Tata Safari facelifts that were launched in the country a few months back. 

Few of the safety features provided by Tata Motors SUVs

• Up to seven airbags
• Hill assist
• Electronic stability control
• 360-degree camera
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• ISOFIX child seat anchorages in the second row
• ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) such as adaptive cruise control, front collision warning, lane keep assist, autonomous emergency braking and much more.

Also, the company claims the Safari and Harrier SUVs are built on the OMEGARC architecture, derived from Land Rover’s renowned D8 Platform, hence holding the highest 5-star GNCAP rating. 

Please note: The Bharat NCAP crash test is voluntary for now. 

Appreciation Received by Tata Motors  

Tata Motors continues with its legacy of delivering the safest vehicles designed for Indian Roads and received appreciation from Global NCAP as well as from The Minister of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) Nitin Gadkari.

Global NCAP Secretary General Alejandro Furas said “Global NCAP congratulates Tata on the five-star twin model rating for the Safari and Harrier.

This powerful result, the top adult and child safety score in our testing to date, confirms the manufacturer’s strong commitment to developing safer vehicles which we warmly welcome and applaud.”

Nitin Gadkari Minister of Road Transport and Highways also congratulated Tata Motors for being the first company to be certified today with the highest safety ratings. 

Summary

The Tata Harrier and Tata Safari SUVs have become the first cars in India to receive a 5-star safety rating from the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (B-NCAP) and Global NCAP.

B-NCAP is India’s vehicle safety rating system launched in August 2023 to enhance safety standards. The Harrier and Safari scored well in frontal and side-impact tests, achieving the highest points for adult and child occupant protection.

Moreover, the SUVs come with advanced safety features, and Tata Motors received appreciation from Global NCAP and the Minister of Road Transport and Highways for their commitment to vehicle safety.

So, will you plan to purchase your next car based on its safety rating or Bharat NCAP rating will influence your purchase decision?

Comment down your thoughts!