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The Grand Design

The new safari showcases an artistic sensibility that’s sophisticated, assertive and way ahead of its time

• New Parametric Grille

First impressions should always leave an indelible mark. The New Safari’s Parametric Grille is designed to do just that. It makes the frontal stance bolder and masculine, captivating the onlooker instantly.

Bi-LED Projector Head Lamp

Experience the elegance and enhanced visibility of the new powerful Bi-LED lamps in the new Safari. Light up the road as you move ahead.

Sequential LED DRLs & Centre Position Lamp

Let the world notice your presence, and be mighty impressed, with it. The New LED DRLs and Centre position lamp accentuate the road presence of your New Safari elevating its overall appeal.

• Signature Connected LED Tail Lamp

Now your goodbyes, too, will be hard to forget. The beauty with which you leave will keep your admirers wanting for more, waiting for you to make an entry and get going again.

• New R19 Dual Tone Spider Alloys

Made to rule the road, these alloys add to the masculine persona of the New Safari. The aero inserts are thoughtfully integrated to enhance the aerodynamics and all-round aesthetics.

• Signature Safari Mascot on doors

Owning a Safari is a matter of pride. Now be reminded of it every time you get in or out. And feel great about taking the legacy forward.

• Iconic Roof Rails with Chrome Inserts

Leave an unforgettable impression with our iconic roof rails. They not only highlight the SUV's design but also bestow it with a commanding, masculine presence.

• Bi-LED Projector Headlamps
• End to End Connected LED DRL

• Oyster White & Titan Brown Interior Theme

The rich yet subtle interior theme elevates the whole Safari experience to another level. A delight to the senses, it makes you feel that the best the world has to offer is all around you, in your New Safari.

Persona Based Dashboard with Mood Lighting

Uniquely elegant and luxurious aesthetic of the Dashboard elevates the ambience of Your Safari.  Persona based interior theme to offer a unique experience.

• New Dual Tone 4 Spoke Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo

Hold it, and you'll be transported to the future. The new steering comes with illuminated Logo & Leather wrapped to make your drive experience premium.

• Benecke Kaliko Oyster White Leatherette Seats

Reserved only for you, these ultra-premium Leatherette seats come with deco stitch that elegantly ties comfort with style.

• Persona Based interior themes

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Everything that the new safari offers is protected at all times, under any condition.

The Safest Space

Everything that the new safari offers is protected at all times, under any condition

• GNCAP 5 Star Rating
• Pedigree of OMEGARC
• Advanced ESP with 17 Features*
• Emergency Call/Breakdown Call

• Electronic parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold

Take your safety to the next level with our new Auto Hold Function, a traffic essential. Its user-friendly, fail-safe, space-saving features embodies our commitment to simple and utility-driven design.

• 360° Surround View system

Nothing can get in the way of you having a safe drive. We have your back, front, left, right and center, all in high definition.

3-Point ELR Seat Belt for all Passengers with Reminder

Elevate your Safety standard with 3-point seat belt for all passengers. Crafted with care for every occupant's safety and comfort, it includes seat belt reminder system for all passengers.

• Hill Hold Control

If always going uphill is your vibe, then the New Safari has the means to make it totally hassle-free. Because when you’re going up, you don’t really enjoy coming down.

• 3 Pt ELR Seat Belt with Reminder for All occupants

A highly-intuitive Companion that's build to take on surprises and make your driving truly seamless.

• Autonomous Emergency Braking

Leave no room for uncertainties on road with Autonomous Emergency Braking. The ADAS system monitors the surrounding to identify probable collision scenarios with vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists and if required applies brake automatically* to ensure that you and others stay safe from any harm.

• Forward Collision Warning

Protects vehicle from front collisions by alerting the driver of any danger in the front through Audio-Visual warning.

• Rear Collision Warning

The ADAS system monitors and alerts you of any incoming speeding vehicle in the rear of your vehicle through audio and visual alerts. It also alerts the driver of incoming vehicle to take necessary actions by blinking of hazard lamps.

• Traffic Sign Recognition

You might miss the traffic signs sometimes, but now your car won't. The ADAS system monitors traffic sign boards like "Speed Limits* "No Overtaking* and provides you with inputs so that you can take necessary corrections if required.

• High Beam Assist

Now drive freely on the roads without having to worry about distractions caused by oncoming vehicles. High Beam Assist automatically adjusts headlights from high to low beam when oncoming vehicles are detected.

• Lane Departure warning

 Your car now helps you to stay alert on road by informing you about the things you are unaware of.

The ADAS system monitors lane markings and warns you of any un-intended deviation from the lane.

• Blind Spot Detection

Blind spots can take you by surprise even on your best days.

Blind Spot Detection system monitors vehicle's surrounding to identify any blind spots and alerts you of any possible hazard through audio-visual warnings so that you can take precautionary actions.

• Lane Change Alert

 Your car now helps you to stay alert on road by informing you about the things you are unaware of. The ADAS System monitors the surrounding and warns you of any dangerous lane change

• Rear Cross Traffic Alert

The system prevents you from getting startled by objects approaching or present in the rear blind spot of the vehicle and alerts you through audio and visual alerts which help in easy and safe reversing.

• Door Open Alert

Helps in ensuring safer door opening by alerting Driver and/or passengers of any imminent danger through Alerts.

Performance

The Power Play

When supreme power is under the feet, the thrill of driving becomes greater

KRYOTEC 170 PS BS6 Ph2 Diesel Engine

Power and performance go hand in hand with the 2.0 L KRYOTEC diesel engine that gives out 170 PS power and 350 Nm torque.

• Smart E-shifter

Drive easy with a dash of style. This Smart E - Shifter in the New Safari not only adds to the convenience of gear shifting but is also sophisticated in its design.

Paddle Shifters

Maneuver the daily chaos with utmost ease. Shift to a futuristic way of maintaining complete control on your Safari without having to take your hands off the wheel.

Bejewelled Terrain Response Modes with Display

No matter what the road, you have just the mode to conquer it. Each mode meticulously fine-tunes the Safari’s performance to suit the driving condition.

• Multi Drive Modes

Made for a different you under different driving conditions. The New Safari is designed to cater to every unique need, allowing you to truly enjoy various driving dynamics effortlessly.

• Kryotec 170 PS BS6 Ph2 Diesel Engine
• Paddle Shifter
• Bejeweled Terrain Response Modes with Display

The Tech Appeal

The new safari comes loaded with tech that takes charge of elevating all those on-road experiences.

31.24 cm Harman™ Touch Screen Infotainment

Now every drive in the New Safari is going to be captivating. Equipped with high resolution screen so big, that it will transform your Safari into a cinematic cockpit.

• 26.03 cm Digital Instrument Cluster

Every inch of detail is adapted dynamically to suit your current driving situation. The big multifunctional screen gives you all the information on the go so that you can focus on driving.

JBL™ Music System with 10 Speakers

Stay connected with your Safari in real time. A range of connected features are here to assist you with all the latest updates about your car and also allow you to remotely operate.

Harman™ Audioworx Advanced with 13 JBL™ Audio Modes

An immersive acoustic experience awaits your senses in the New Safari. You will feel the base, hear every beat and lose yourself in the melody of your choice.

Wireless Android auto ™ & Apple Carplay ™ over WiFi

Pair your gadgets and access the content on your smartphone seamlessly. So that you stay connected on the go without taking your eyes off the road.

Multiple Voice Assistants including Alexa™

The New Safari is at your command, in the language of your choice. Choose from a range of Voice command including Alexa™  with Car2Home connectivity.

• 31.24 cm Harman Touch Screen Infotainment
• JBL Music System with 10 Speakers
• Harman Advanced AudioworX with 13 JBL Modes
• Android auto ™ & Apple Carplay ™ over WiFi
• Multiple voice assistants including Alexa

Connected Vehicle Technology with iRA

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The Comfort Zone

The new safari is the epitome of revered elegance and desired calmness.

Voice Assisted Panoramic Sunroof with Mood Lighting

The sun and the stars are both aligned for you to enjoy the view at your command. As you gaze at the stars above, let our integrated sunroof mood lights paint your view with a spectrum of colors.

Gesture Controlled Powered Tail Gate

Open the tailgate even when you have your hands occupied. A simple swipe of the leg under the boot and it opens effortlessly, adding comfort to your everyday routine.

6-way Powered Driver Seat with Memory & Welcome function

Effortless comfort, maximum luxury. The new Safari's 3-step memory storage function elevates your seating experience with ease.

4-Way Powered Co-Driver Seat with Electric Boss Mode

Embrace the power of position. The Boss Mode buttons positions the co-driver seat to unlock maximum legroom, letting you relax and savor the journey ahead.

2nd Row Comfort Head rests & Rear Sun Shades

Now enjoy every journey with more comfort. The New Safari comes with comfort headrest & Sunshades in 2nd row so that you are well rested even in long drives.

Luxurious 3rd Row Seats

Step into the new Safari and relish best-in-class comfort, even in the third row. The back seaters will appreciate ample under-thigh support, convenient mobile charging ports, and smart space holders.

3rd Row AC Vents

In the new Safari, every passenger counts. With a 3-step blower adjustment and smartly positioned vents, we guarantee uninterrupted airflow, even in the harshest weather conditions, no matter your chosen seat.

Intelligent Spaces

For all things big and small, there’s a special place in the New Safari. These thoughtfully created spaces make storage easy and the journey convenient.

Air Purifier

Step into your sanctuary on wheels. Breathe in fresh air, breathe out all your worries. And always stay rejuvenated.

Wireless charger & 45 W C-Type Fast Charger

Just as your vitality never fades, your mobile's battery too will never fail with our blazing 45W C-type charger & built in wireless charging pad.

Front Arm Rest with Cooled Storage

Chilling is easy with thoughtfully designed spaces, right in the front.

Auto Headlamps & Rain Sensing Wipers

Nothing can hamper your visibility. Not the darkness. Not even the rain. Thanks to these intelligent inclusions, every journey is a breeze.

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Tata has drafted in a successor to the Safari after 14 long years. But is it good enough to revive the carmaker's fortunes in the SUV segment?

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New dash design looks modern and quality has taken a big leap over the old car.

The Storme gets the same longitudinally mounted 2.2-litre, 138bhp DiCor motor (which Tata has now dubbed ‘VariCor’) as in the old Safari. It gets the G76 Mark II gearbox, with improvements to the gearshift action. The minute you fire up the engine, you know that lots of work has gone into making the powertrain better. It’s significantly smoother than before, courtesy an inertia flywheel that damps vibrations. Good sound deadening also helps maintain relatively low engine noise levels in the cabin.

Unlike most turbo-diesels that are peaky and have a narrow rev band, this VariCor unit has nice and linear power delivery and can rev happily to 4600rpm. It does get quite vocal past 3000rpm, so you’re best off shifting earlier in the rev range. What’s nice is that there’s not much turbo lag to worry about, so you don’t always feel the need to shift down when revs go south of 2000rpm. While that makes the Storme quite easy in traffic, it’s on the highway where the Safari Storme can stretch its legs and come into its own. The punchy mid-range makes overtaking effortless and it can be deceptively quick (by traditional SUV standards) on open roads. Flat-out acceleration is quite impressive, and 100kph comes up in 14.9 seconds, putting the Stome on par with most of its rivals. The clutch is quite light and the gearshift has been improved too – it has a nice, short throw, it feels accurate, but isn’t exactly slick, and it still needs an extra bit of a push.

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Tata Safari Storme Review: Battling the Storme

Aditya Chatterjee

Saturday 29 December 2012,00:00 AM IST

Back in 1998, when Tata Motors introduced the Safari in India, little did the company know that its first true blood SUV will keep battling the competition fiercely for so long. The Safari has braved various tides across its tenure.

Tata Motors realized that the Safari may be an enthusiast’s favorite but then not exactly a very popular car among its competition especially with the Mahindra XUV500 scooping the SUV segment with its giant market share.

The boys at Tata Motors were determined to bring in a new version of this cult SUV but with a refined persona. Changing the way it looks, feels and performs but without compromising on the basic essence of Safari.

Thus, Tata Safari Storme was born, an SUV which the company claims to boast of redesigned exteriors, improved quality of interiors, better performance and a refined VariCOR engine. This is our detailed review of the Tata Safari Storme VX 4x4 variant where we find out more on this classic SUV.

Appearance Exterior

 The Tata Safari has always had the looks of a macho SUV. It does not have wild and aggressive lines as such but then its matured looks always illustrated power in a controlled way. When we got our Storme for review, our cameras were more than excited to shoot it as we knew it that the Storme will give us plenty of opportunities to shoot it in dust and sand with the Storme enjoying it too.

With the Storme, Tata Motors wanted to express their maturity in design. The new design language of it drops delicious hints of the British Land Rover connect. It has got a well rounded design and looks very modern from all angles. The flat head and longish bonnet brings a new element in the Safari .

Finally, the projector headlamps make its way into the Safari and in a nice way. The new headlamp design looks compact and the detailing done in it is good. The Storme gets a new face with the chrome lining on the bonnet line. This bling line also has the syllables STORME etched on it. We are glad that Tata Motors chose to make the Storme look modern instead of giving it a family look with a rectangular wire meshed radiator grille which has a V design embedded in it.

The lower jaw line of the front face has been cleaned from the earlier generation and the one on the Storme features clean lines without any unnecessary profiles on them. Circular fog lamps with chrome lining around them are fixed on the bumper. At the extreme end of the bumper is the air splitter with mild scoops which has been done very neatly.

Seen from the side, the difference starts to reduce as it appears very similar to the earlier Safaris unless observed very patiently and pointing out the minor differences. The ones that stand out are the new design alloy wheels which are not exactly very sporty unlike the ones that come on DICOR. Outside rear view mirrors are now covered in chrome with indicators affixed on them. These mirrors can be electrically adjusted from inside the cabin.

The distinct roof rails and the new tail lamp design are also new additions. Dimensionally, the Storme is marginally longer i.e. by 5 mm and wider than the Safari DICOR. The footsteps provided to aid the passenger get in are indeed very useful and of a strong built.

The Safari Storme visually reminds of the Land Rover Discovery 4 with its overall design looking inspired from the premium SUV. The rear D Pillar design and the clean lines on the rear tail gate are very reminiscent. On the rear tail door is a chunky dull matte plank with the naming done in chrome. The rear bumper sports twin rear exhausts affixed on the rear bumper and look very interesting. One more welcome change is the tail door sans the spare wheel mounted on it which gives it a more contemporary look.

Contrast in colors used on the body and the bumper is good with a small drawback though. This drawback is the positioning of the rear foot step for the third row passengers which is on the left of the bumper. It gets difficult for the third row passenger, specially the one sitting on the right to spot the footstep which is close to impossible in dark conditions. Making it a centrally placed arrangement would have served the purpose just right.

Appearance Interior

Getting inside the tall cabin is not that easy as it’s located at a considerable height and also there is no handle on the A-pillar to aid your entry inside the vehicle. Inside the cabin, it feels a lot roomier and also with the fact that this one is wider so there is lots of room to breathe throughout the cabin.

It may not exactly be a premium SUV but then the Safari Storme shows tremendous improvement over the earlier offering. The sand and chocolate wood colors used in the interior feel nice and plush. The dashboard, central console and the door handles are done in wooden vinyls and none of it looks overly done. The front dashboard design remains same with lots of straight and square lines.

The steering wheel has pseudo metal finish on its spokes. It feels nice and confident to grip. The only drawback about it is no audio / phone controls on it and thus you have to toggle off and on the steering. However, there is an audio control lever on the right of the steering wheel through which you can change the mode i.e. Aux, Radio etc and also seek different tracks and control volume as well. Its peculiar position does not make it too convenient to use and instead we ended up using the music system directly. Another drawback is the quality of music through the speakers which was disappointing. All frequencies of music sound the same and there was no sort of bass in the speakers.

Legroom of SUVs are not an area of complain and so the Safari Storme too doesn’t fall behind. The front and second row legroom is generous. The materials used in the seats feel improved with adequate bolstering. One small place of improvement can be the level of comfort especially for the second row passengers. It is at the same height with the front row however in long journeys they may not prove to be very comfortable. The foldable third row seats are the last place you can expect any comfort from. We kept the seats folded and often flooded this space with our luggage and equipment.

The plastic quality and the interior trim quality is decent and shows that the engineers at Tata Motors have indeed taken the feedback very seriously and worked meticulously on it. The Safari Storme indeed has good quality of interiors but then still it can be pushed further more improving the overall fit and finish of the vehicle.

Performance Drive

The Safari Storme features an improved version of the DICOR called the VariCOR engine which promises to be more reliable and efficient with less vibration. The VariCOR unit has the same displacement of 2179cc. It produces a maximum power of 140 PS at 4000 rpm and a torque of 320 Nm at a range of 1700 to 2700 rpm.

Some of the characteristics of the Safari are felt in the Storme too. Crank up the key and the Storme gets evidently alive as the VariCOR produces a good kick as soon as the engine is started. It is not an agile vehicle at all also on lower rpms the Storme just gets too lazy to make any move. Press the pedal and the body starts swinging along its length. The rocking movement has been a Safari trait and the ride gets very choppy as we move forward.

A turning radius of 5.4m is a very impressive element for a SUV of this size and dimensions. Also to aid reverse the vehicle is a reverse assist on the rear view mirror which alerts the driver on the nearest obstacle from the vehicle. The Air conditioner was chilling and it didn’t take lot of time to cool the cabin. For the second row passengers, roof mounted AC vents serve the purpose though these vents take up good space. It would be a task to clean these vents when dirty as the sand interiors would attract dust very easily.

Press the brake pedal hard and the vehicle will swing and cradle towards the front. The braking quality is decent and can be improved. Maneuvering the vehicle from tight turns and spots can be a bit of a task. The gear shits are better but not too smooth. The shifts can get a bit notchy when shifted often. Inside the city in bumper to bumper traffic the gear shifts get hard to be dealt with.

This issue however subsides on highways. It’s a total treat on the highways. Its bully stance and amazing street presence work totally in its favor. During our review, a curious onlooker in a Skoda Superb tried catching up with us but was not able to, now this was cause of our stellar performing Storme or his driving skills is what we left it at.

We had already driven the Safari Storme on the special terrapod track where we got an idea of its off roading capabilities. During our detailed review, we tried squeezing the best from the Storme by challenging it across different types of terrains and surfaces which can be seen from our images as well. The Shift on the fly 4 wheel drive mode is something we got to play around. Twist it and the Storme gets into serious mud fight mode. It gets into a maximum traction mode and just anchors the ground firm.

The Storme is based on the Aria’s platform and has a stiff hydro formed chassis which is a superb change. We tested the new setup on hilly terrains with the vehicle generously loaded. Naturally, we had to be on lower gears but then the Storme took on the obstacles with great ease. Its ground clearance of 200mm came in handy.

While some would complain about the new engine being noisy, I personally was enjoying it. It was better than the factory fitted music system at least. Driving it on road and off it was a fun experience as the dual character of the vehicle gets out evidently. The Safari Storme surely does feel improved and lighter but then still it leaves space for further improvement.

The company claims a mileage of 14kmpl (2WD Mode) for the Safari Storme. We got a realistic figure of 11kmpl throughout our review. 

Competition All Specs

 It has not been too long that the Safari Storme has been launched inspite of delay in the launch. This delay can be seen as the period which Tata Motors took to make sure the Safari Storme hits the market with a bang and does not go unnoticed.

Prices start from Rs.10,39,262 for the LX 4x2 variant and goes upto Rs.13,99,191 for the VX 4x4 variant (prices are Ex-Showroom Mumbai). On the other hand, Safari Storme’s rival the Mahindra Scorpio which offers features such as voice assist, steering mounted controls and cruise control stands not just as an obstacle but a tough block to ignore. The only way the Storme beats the Scorpio is by its better performing engine and off roading capabilities.

Safari Storme comes forward as a very promising SUV. With the new additions and changes, it proves to be a serious contender in the now popular SUV segment. There is also news about Tata Motors launching a more powerful and luxurious version of the Safari Storme. Also an automatic variant is in consideration too.

The Safari Storme also bring in confidence of the consumers back to the Safari brand which has a cult fan following. We just hope Tata Motors takes the feedback seriously and incorporates all the changes in the next generation Safari Storme.

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Test drive: Tata Safari Storme

A capable off-roader that can roll in the mud, but still looks good enough to take to a black-tie event

The Tata Safari was one of the first real Indian SUVs we could buy before we had the likes of Scorpios, Fortuners and Captivas prowling the Indian roads. Expectedly, the Safari soon came to enjoy a steady fan following amongst Indian SUV buyers. Nearly 12 years after the first Safari rolled out of the production line in Pimpri, Tata Motors has overhauled the interior and exterior – and they’ve called it the Storme.

The Storme comes with a brand new front end. Gone is the smiley, traditional Tata face up front, now replaced with a more purposeful and aggressive front end replete with flared headlamps, a new honeycomb grille job, bumpers and a flatter front. The restyling continues to the rear of the car with flatness being the overarching theme. New tail lamps and the repositioned spare wheel, which now goes under the SUV, cleans up the rear.

Tata seems to have borrowed the styling from Land Rover, thereby retaining a rugged, yet contemporary appeal. Stepping into the Safari Storme, and settling down into the high-seating position offers a throne-like commanding view of the road up front. While the previous-generation of Safaris had bad plastics, yawning panel gaps and overall drab interiors, the Storme comes with soft touch plastics, faux wood inserts and a new dashboard design. While the seven-seater is comfortable for five adults, the last two side-facing jump seats in the boot are best used for shorter distances. In terms of feature and creature comforts, Tata has given the Storme a reverse camera which displays on the inner rear view mirror, reverse parking sensors, a DVD touchscreen infotainment system and safety features like twin airbags, ABS and EBD.

Powered by a 2.2 liter 140 hp - 320 Nm VariCOR turbo-diesel engine, the motor feels smooth and responsive. The gearbox housing has been changed to reduce pesky vibes. The 0-100 kph sprint comes up in about 16 seconds, and if you were to give it enough road, it will top out at about 150 kph (impressive for an SUV that weighs close to two tonnes). Transmission is by means of a five-speed gearbox, which did feel notchy although Tata claims to have improved shift quality.

While the throws were short, the shift quality leaves a lot to be desired. The Safari has always been a steady handler, and the Storme now gets the lighter hydroformed chassis from the Aria. Handling is also quite good for an SUV, probably better than even a Scorpio. That said, the Storme being a body-on-ladder top-heavy SUV, it does have its limitations in the twisties and doesn't like changing direction rapidly. Off the road, the Storme is quite a good package for soft off-roading and mud plugging, what with the shift-on-the-fly 4X4 drive system working quite well to get it out of trouble. The Storme is a big improvement over the older Safari, although quite a pricey one at Rs 13.66 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) for the top-end version.

Jay is the editor of indiancarsbikes.in, a blog dedicated to motorcycle and cars.

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Tata Safari Storme Interior Review

Clamber into the Tata Safari Storme and you immediately feel the uplifted ambiance of the cabin. The interiors are all beige and that for a typical Indian customer means rich.

[Interior quality and design have greatly improved but uneven panel gaps do exist]

The Safari Storme's cabin is a much better place to be, compared to the old Safari. The dashboard layout and design are hugely improved and are ergonomically sound.

[Headlamp controls are shifted to dashboard to make way for audio controls]

The overall quality of the plastics is clearly several notches above the previous car but still uneven panel gaps are to be found here and there. There are few low rent bits scattered around the cabin like the tacky AC vent adjustor and poor quality control stalks.

[The analogue clock is neatly placed and the new center console looks much better]

As far as the design is concerned, the four-spoke steering wheel with silver inserts is new and can be adjusted for rake. The all-new centre console is finished in faux wood and houses a neatly integrated analogue clock and centre AC vents, the controls for the HVAC, and an Alpine music system (we will talk about it a little later). There are two bottle holders ahead of the gear knob; also there is a useful storage compartment above the centre console.

[The AC has an economy mode the spread is quick and even throughout the cabin]

The dashboard is split horizontally by a faux wood strip and the side AC vents have silver highlights. The beige color does a good job of providing an airy feel but on the flipside, it becomes responsible for the annoying glare on the front windshield.

[Rear arm rest contains a storage space; The rear AC controls are mounted on the roof]

The front seats are high, very comfortable with lumbar adjustment and offer a good view of the road. If you fancy a truck like driving position, the driver’s seat has height adjustment. Both the front seats get armrests and the driving position is nice and comfortable.

[Jump seats are only for children and the space is better used with the seats folded]

The controls for the headlamps are now shifted to the dashboard, below the right AC vent, to make way for the audio controls on the stalk. Now that brings us back to the Alpine music system. It has Bluetooth connectivity and the sound quality from the speakers is excellent.

The Tata Safari was always known for its superb middle row of seats and in fact that was one of the primary strengths of this SUV. We are happy to inform that hasn’t changed with the Storme. The rear seats are supremely comfortable as always, with adequate thigh support and easily pass the test as the best in the segment. The legroom is ample even with the front seats pushed all the way back.

The Safari Strome’s rear passenger compartment contains two jump seats which are large enough for children but the adults will start complaining in few minutes into the journey. The step provided is totally useless while alighting and hence the jump seats are strict no no for senior citizens.

Fold the seats and the luggage space available is adequate and the net provided is useful in preventing the things from flying around.

Overall, the cabin quality is a big leap ahead, the space on offer is fantastic and the design of interiors has improved from the old car, a lot more than the new exterior suggests.

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Tata Safari Storme 2019 2.2 VX 4x4 Varicor400

• Safari Storme 2019
• Specs & Features
• User Reviews

Tata Safari Storme 2019 2.2 VX 4x4 Varicor400 Summary

Safari storme 2019 2.2 vx 4x4 varicor400 specifications & features, specifications.

Engine & Transmission

Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.

The official title given by the manufacturer in terms of the name of the engine, the displacement and the number of cylinders.

A bigger displacement and more than four-cylinders generally indicate a performance-oriented engine.

All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.

Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.

Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.

The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.

This is the maximum fuel efficiency that an engine gives. All numbers are provided by the manufacturer based on tests conducted and specified by the standards of the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India)

Such fuel efficiency attained while driving in special conditions makes it unlikely to get it in real-world conditions

Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.

Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).

Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels

A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.

Set by the Indian Government, this governs the amount of air pollutants released by cars to make the atmosphere safer for humans.

Manufacturers today offer turbochargers to boost engine power without affecting its fuel economy. Superchargers are found in more expensive cars but on the downside, they are not very efficient.

Turbochargers are more effective but require plenty of heat management. Superchargers, meanwhile, offer linear bump in power but they are comparatively more complex.

Dimensions & Weight

The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.

• Length: 4655

Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

• Width: 1965

Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

• Height: 1922

Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.

The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

• Wheelbase: 2650

The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

It’s the space between the lowest point of the car and the ground.

• Ground Clearance: 200

If the car has a good amount of clearance, it’s easier for it to clear big speed breakers and overall, deal with bad roads.

The total weight of the vehicle with all the standard equipment and all the required fluids.

A lightweight car will always be more efficient and easier to manoeuvre whereas a heavy car would give you a sense of solidity while driving.

The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.

The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

• Seating Capacity: 7

Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.

The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.

If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Almost all cars in India use an independent front suspension which is usually the MacPherson Strut type.

The rear suspension can either be non-independent or independent.

Most of the budget cars have non-independent suspension while the more expensive ones get independent rear suspension which offers better bump absorption.

Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.

- The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.

In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.

Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.

The official kerb-to-kerb minimum radius a car takes to complete a 180-degree turn.

Shorter the turning radius, the lesser space you need to make a tight turn or to take a U-turn.

Almost all steering systems in cars today have an assist to help park them better at low speeds - these can be hydraulic, electro-hydraulic or electric.

The wheels used on cars are either steel rims with plastic wheel cover hub or alloy wheels on higher spec models or expensive cars.

Razor cut, or diamond cut alloy wheel design are not getting more popular. Manufacturers usually offer these in top-end trim of their car models.

Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.

Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.

The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph

This function detects when the car is drifting out of its lane and cautions the driver through audio/visual alerts

The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world

• Airbags 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)

Safer three-point seatbelts for passengers seated in the middle of the second row of seats.

Budget cars are usually fitted with more economical lap belts for the middle-occupant.

A headrest for the middle occupant of the second-row of seats.

Budget cars are usually not offered with headrests for the middle occupant of the second-row to save on costs. Headrests are instrumental in reducing whiplash injuries in case of an accident

A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.

For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs

Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash

ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard

Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.

Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.

Braking & Traction

An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)

ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard

An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible

A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker

Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker

System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.

ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.

A system that sends the car's power to all the four wheels at the same time

A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope

This system cuts power to those wheels that are spinning without grip/traction

Given the option, keep traction control on all the time.

A feature that limits the car's speed without any driver input while traversing down descents

This function prevents wheelspin and maximises traction by shuffling torque between wheels

It is also a nifty safety feature since it offers more control over a vehicle's power delivery

Locking differentials split power/torque evenly among both tyres on an axle.

In off-road vehicles, locking differentials allows for better traction when one of the wheels is in the air, in FWD/AWD cars allows for better corner traction and in RWD sports cars allows for drifting around corners.

Locks & Security

A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present

This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed

A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors

Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

Comfort & Convenience

Used to improve the air quality within the cabin by removing contaminants

The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin

Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.

• Front AC Common Fan Speed Control
• Rear AC Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
• Third Row AC Zone Vents on Roof , Fan Speed Controls

This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car

These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you

Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy

A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras

It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots

Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking

It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces

A system that automatically controls the speed of the car

An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on

When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.

Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.

A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement

When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position

This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug

It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!

Seats & Upholstery

• Driver Seat Adjustment 10 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down)
• Front Passenger Seat Adjustment 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)

Rear seat adjustments make for an enlarged luggage space when there's lots of baggage to haul.

In addition to aiding passenger comfort, these also boost the practicality that arises from extended boot space

When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel

• Leather-wrapped Gear Knob No

The armrest located between the front passengers which helps comfort the driver's arm while driving

• Rear Passenger Seat Type Bench

This row could either be a bench or a pair of jump/captain seats

When the need arises, the last row can double up as space for luggage.

Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

The various color shades used within the cabin

• Rear Armrest Yes

Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality

Sections of the rear seat are capable of being folded down separately

This function bumps up practicality as the boot space increases when required.

Sections of the third-row seat are capable of being folded down separately

The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

• Cup Holders Front & Rear

The storage space within the armrest that's located between the front passengers

A feature where cool air from the air-conditioner is diverted to the glovebox

• Sunglass Holder No
• Third Row Cup Holders No

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle

Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.

This is fitted where the door meets the frame to protect it from scratches and dust

Not using scuff plates may result in the door sill giving away prematurely.

When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch

In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen

This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button

This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button

Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement

Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.

Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility

A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility

Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.

Although a seemingly minuscule feature, it negates the hatchback's/SUV's inherent ability to retain dirt/water on the rear windscreen.

• Exterior Door Handles Chrome

When the system detects water droplets on the windshield, it activates the wipers to improve driver visibility

This feature can be intrusive especially while you are negotiating a tricky bend at a higher speed

• Interior Door Handles Painted
• Door Pockets Front & Rear

These protective shields keep the sun's rays from affecting the occupants

With restrictions on darker sun films, these blinds are a huge relief on sunny days.

The various methods of opening the boot lid

A manually/electrically operated, usually translucent, screen designed to reduce the sunlight filtering into the cabin through the rear windshield to improve rear-cabin comfort and privacy

Ensure the sunroof is closed before exiting the vehicle to prevent dirt/rain from entering the cabin

The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations

Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

• Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe Yes

Functional or purely aesthetic parts added to the car's body such as side skirts and roof/bonnet scoops

A strip of rubber fitted to the sides of the car's doors or bumpers to prevent dents and dings

Opt for quality strips because the cheaper ones tend to come off too soon/look shabby.

• Headlights Halogen Projector

Such headlights automatically switch on and off when they sense bright or dark driving conditions

Keeping them switched on at all times gives the user the best results

The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings

These lights turn left and right based on steering inputs to illuminate the sides of the car

Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility

A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog

The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.

Incorporated into the bottom section of a car's door mirrors, they light up the ground underneath the front door when the door is unlocked

• Cabin Lamps Front and Rear

A lamp that's located around the vanity mirror behind the sun visor

• Rear Reading Lamp Yes
• Glovebox Lamp Yes

Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

Instrumentation

It indicates how much fuel is being used that very instant your car is moving

A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

• Trip Meter Electronic 2 Trips

The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time

A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money

The total distance traveled divided by the time taken to cover that distance

The higher the average speed, the quicker you were on that journey/trip

The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank

• Clock Analogue

This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly

The brightness of the instrument cluster can be adjusted via controls

It comes in handy to improve instrumentation visibility between day and night by toggling brightness.

It notifies the driver about which gear the car is being driven in and can also suggest down- or upshifting to improve efficiency

Notifies the driver about the optimum instances to shift gears

It comes in handy to derive the best fuel efficiency and engine component longevity

This function allows specific data like 'speed' to reflect/project on the windscreen in the driver's line-of-sight

An instrument that measures engine speed in revolutions-per-minute (rpm)

Ideally, the tachometer helps a driver know when to shift gears in a manual gearbox.

Entertainment, Information & Communication

The ability to connect to the internet and communicate with smart devices to perform various functions

A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car

• Touchscreen Size -

The music player that comes factory fitted

Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system

The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage

When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features

A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination

Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system

Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience

The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable

Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality

Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive

The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.

• iPod Compatibility Yes

The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs

Manufacturer Warranty

The number of years the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

More the years, the better

The number of kilometres the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

More the kilometres, the better

The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

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Chelyabinsk city, Russia

The capital city of Chelyabinsk oblast .

Chelyabinsk - Overview

Chelyabinsk is one of the largest industrial, economic, cultural, and business centers of Russia, the administrative center of Chelyabinsk Oblast. This city is located on the geological border of the Urals and Siberia, in the Asian part of Russia, on the eastern slope of the Ural Mountains, on both banks of the Miass River, about 1,800 km east of Moscow.

The population of Chelyabinsk is about 1,179,000 (2022), the area - 500 sq. km.

The phone code - +7 351, the postal codes - 454000-454930.

Chelyabinsk city flag

Chelyabinsk city coat of arms.

Chelyabinsk city map, Russia

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15 February, 2013   / Powerful explosion has happened in the sky over Chelyabinsk today morning. According to the officials, it was the result of a meteor rain. About 500 people sought medical attention mostly injured by fragments of broken glass. A bright flash was seen over the entire region, including Ekaterinburg and Tyumen. You can find more info in our blog post about Chelyabinsk meteorite explosion .

History of Chelyabinsk

Foundation of chelyabinsk.

In 1736, the fortress named Chelyaba (most likely, a Bashkir word) was founded on the Miass River. One of the reasons for the construction of this and several other fortresses located nearby was the threat of attacks of the Bashkirs on caravans with supplies. The fortress became part of the Ufa Province.

In 1748, the first stone church was laid in the fortress. In 1781, it received the status of a town called Chelyabinsk. In 1782, the coat of arms of Chelyabinsk was approved by decree of Empress Catherine II. A loaded camel depicted on it meant that trade routes passed through this town located in the Asian part of the Russian Empire. In 1795, the population of Chelyabinsk was about 2,700 people.

By the middle of the 19th century, this town played an important role in trading in the Urals. Until the end of the 19th century, Chelyabinsk remained a small town. In 1882, its population was about 7,700 people. The second birth of Chelyabinsk took place in 1892 - after the completion of the construction of the Samara-Zlatoust Railway, which connected Chelyabinsk with the European part of the Russian Empire.

After 1892, the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway continued further to the east of the country. In 1896, the further development of Chelyabinsk was facilitated by the commissioning of the branch of the Ural Mining Railway, which connected Chelyabinsk with Yekaterinburg. In just a few years, the town became one of the leaders in bread, butter, meat, and tea trade in the Russian Empire. Chelyabinsk was unofficially called “The Gateway to Siberia”.

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Chelyabinsk in the first half of the 20th century

In just a decade, the population of the town grew significantly (in 1897 - about 20 thousand people, in 1910 - more than 60 thousand), and the territory increased by one third. For rapid growth at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, similar to American cities, Chelyabinsk was sometimes called “Chicago beyond the Urals”.

The armed rebellion of the Czechoslovak Corps after the events at the Chelyabinsk Railway Station on May 14, 1918 and the capture of the city on the night of May 26 to 27, 1918, led to its participation in the Civil War in Russia on the side of the Committee of Members of the Constituent Assembly and later on the side of A. V. Kolchak (one of the leaders of the White Armies opposing the Reds (Bolsheviks)). In July 1919, the Reds occupied Chelyabinsk and Bolshevik authorities began to form in the city. In 1923, the population of Chelyabinsk was about 54,300 people.

On September 3, 1919, Chelyabinsk became the center of the Chelyabinsk province. On November 3, 1924, it was transformed into the Chelyabinsk district of Ural Oblast. On January 17, 1934, Ural Oblast was divided into three separate regions - Sverdlovsk Oblast with a center in Sverdlovsk, Chelyabinsk Oblast with a center in Chelyabinsk, and Ob-Irtysh Oblast with a center in Tyumen.

In 1937, there were discussions about renaming the city of Chelyabinsk in Kaganovichgrad in honor of Lazar Kaganovich, a Soviet politician and administrator. During the first Soviet five-year plans, Chelyabinsk became one of the largest industrial centers of the USSR. From the beginning of the 1930s, tractor, abrasive, ferroalloy, electrode, machine tool, and zinc plants began to operate. In 1939, the population of Chelyabinsk was about 273,000 people.

Chelyabinsk during the Second World War

During the Second World War, Chelyabinsk played a very important role as a production base. The population of the city grew rapidly from 270 to 650 thousand people. On the basis of more than 200 enterprises evacuated from the western regions of the USSR that merged with local industries, several giant plants were opened: the Chelyabinsk Forge and Press Plant, the Chelyabinsk Metallurgical Plant, and the Chelyabinsk Pipe Rolling Plant.

After combining the capacities of the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant with two evacuated enterprises - the Leningrad Kirov Plant and Kharkov Engine-Building Plant, mass production of tanks (KV-1, IS-2, T-34) and self-propelled guns (SU-152 and ISU-152) began. In total, during the war, about 60 thousand tank diesels and 18 thousand fighting vehicles (20% of all Soviet fighting vehicles) were produced in Chelyabinsk. By the end of the war, every third Soviet tank and combat aircraft had Chelyabinsk steel. The city acquired a new unofficial name - Tankograd (The City of Tanks).

During the war years, about 220,000 people were sent from the front to Chelyabinsk for treatment, 78% of them returned to service after healing their wounds. In 1941-1944, the Kiev Medical Institute, evacuated from the capital of Ukraine, was training medical doctors in Chelyabinsk. In 1944, the Chelyabinsk Medical Institute was established on its basis.

Chelyabinsk in the second half of the 20th century and beyond

In the post-war period, Chelyabinsk became a supplier of equipment, machinery, and specialists for the reconstruction of Stalingrad, Donbass, DneproGES, and other industrial centers. In 1947, a new development plan was approved, which provided for multi-storey buildings in the city center and areas adjacent to industrial enterprises. This radically changed the panorama of Chelyabinsk.

By 1960, there were already about 15 thousand students in Chelyabinsk. In 1976, Chelyabinsk State University was founded - the first classical university in the South Urals. By the 1980s, the capital of the South Urals became a major scientific center of the USSR with 7 universities and about 40 research and design institutes.

On October 13, 1976, a millionth resident was born in Chelyabinsk. By 1980, its enterprises produced more than 50% of Soviet stainless steel, 20% of pipes, 30% of ferroalloys. At this time, the new building of the Chelyabinsk Drama Theater with 1,200 seats was opened, the Chelyabinsk Puppet Theater gained all-Russian fame. In 1986, Chelyabinsk celebrated its 250th anniversary. In honor of this, a geological museum, a chamber and organ music hall were opened.

The first half of the 1990s, after the collapse of the USSR and the transition to a market economy, was a difficult time for Chelyabinsk and its huge plants. From the second half of the 1990s, industry gradually resumed production, and a lot of plants entered the world market.

In 2004, the pedestrian street of Kirovka was opened. It has become a favorite place for walks of Chelyabinsk residents and guests of the city. In 2006, the new building of the State Historical Museum of the South Urals was opened. In 2009, the ice arena “Tractor” with a capacity of 7,500 spectators was built. In the 2010s, after the recession of the 1990s, construction and commissioning of new housing intensified.

On February 15, 2013, a large meteor with a diameter of about 17 meters and a mass of about 10 thousand tons entered the atmosphere in the vicinity of Chelyabinsk (the Chelyabinsk Meteor). Fortunately, it exploded in the sky relatively high above the city. However, 7,320 buildings were damaged and 1,613 people were wounded as a result. Its debris fell into Lake Chebarkul, from where the largest fragment was later raised and delivered to the Chelyabinsk Museum of Local Lore.

Chelyabinsk views

Winter in a residential area in Chelyabinsk

Author: Andrey Kalachev

Trinity Bridge in the center of Chelyabinsk

Author: Angelina Galimzyanova

Church of the Smolensk Icon of the Virgin near the Chelyabinsk Railway Station

Author: Aleksey Podbelsky

Chelyabinsk - Features

Chelyabinsk, one of the ten largest cities in Russia, is located almost in the center of the continent of Eurasia (about 1,400 km from its geographical center), east of the Ural Mountains, 216 km south of Yekaterinburg.

This city is located on the border of the Urals and Siberia. That is why it is also informally known as “The Gateway to Siberia”. At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, after the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway, a lot of travelers bought postcards at the railway station of Chelyabinsk and sent them around the world as evidence of their stay in Siberia. Leningrad Bridge connects the Ural and Siberian banks of the Miass River, thus it is a bridge from the Urals to Siberia.

On the coat of arms of Chelyabinsk you can see a loaded camel, as a sign that important trade routes passed through it, and a fortress wall showing that Chelyabinsk was founded as a fortress.

The climate of Chelyabinsk is temperate continental (transitional from temperate continental to sharply continental). Winters are long, moderately cold, and snowy. The average temperature in January is minus 14.1 degrees Celsius. Summers are moderately warm and dry. The average temperature in July is plus 19.3 degrees Celsius.

Due to the fact that Chelyabinsk is an industrial city with a large number of factories, the environmental situation in the city is poor. The level of air pollution is high. The city has an increased level for a number of diseases compared with the average for Russia.

Chelyabinsk is one of the largest industrial centers of Russia. The main industries are metallurgy, manufacture of finished metal products, engineering. Chelyabinsk Electrometallurgical Plant is the largest ferroalloy plant in Russia. Chelyabinsk Zinc Plant produces about 2% of the world and 60% of Russian zinc. Chelyabinsk Metallurgical Plant is the largest producer of stainless steel in Russia.

Through Chelyabinsk, traffic flows from the European part of Russia to Siberia. In particular, this city is the final point of the federal highways M5 Ural (Moscow - Chelyabinsk), R254 Irtysh (Baikal) (Chelyabinsk - Novosibirsk), A310 (Chelyabinsk - Kazakhstan). Public transport is represented by buses, trolleybuses, trams, and minibuses. The international airport “Chelyabinsk” offers flights to several large Russian cities, mainly to Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Chelyabinsk has historically developed as a center of several cultures: first of all, the cultures of the indigenous inhabitants of the region - the Bashkirs, Tatars, and Russians. There are Orthodox churches and mosques, a Catholic church, several Protestant churches, and a synagogue in the city.

Main Attractions of Chelyabinsk

Kirovka Pedestrian Street - an analogue of the pedestrian street of Arbat in Moscow. Here you can see a number of interesting monuments (“Zero Milestone”, the monuments to volunteer tankers, Alexander Rosenbaum, the founders of Chelyabinsk), as well as sculptures (“The Boy with the Camels”, “The Artist at the Mirror Easel”, “The Saxophonist”, “The Coquette”, “The Beggar”, “The Merchant”, and others).

Also on this street there are shops, cafes, entertainment facilities, buildings of the early 20th century, and the business center “Chelyabinsk-City”.

Aloye Pole (Scarlet Field) - a park located in the very center of Chelyabinsk, one of its most popular holiday destinations. In the 19th century, it was a square where the city fair was held. In 1905, a demonstration of workers was dispersed by force here. That’s why the place got a new name - “Scarlet Square”. In 2000, the park received the status of a historical place.

Central Park of Culture and Rest named after Yury Gagarin . This park adjacent to the relict pine forest is the most beautiful park in Chelyabinsk with rides, sports grounds and playgrounds, a contact zoo, a summer movie theater. Fresh air, thick crowns of trees, blue expanse of ponds, comfort, and cleanliness attract residents and visitors of the city.

Chelyabinsk Zoo . On an area of 8 hectares, more than 130 species of animals live, of which more than 80 are listed in the Red Book including polar bears, Amur tigers, leopards. There is also a contact zoo on the territory, where children can also feed animals and play with them. Truda Street, 191.

Historical Museum of the Southern Urals . There are three permanent exhibitions dedicated to nature and ancient history, folklife, and history of the 20th century. The museum has old photographs, documents, books, paintings of the 18th-20th centuries, household items and clothing of Russians, nomads, and Tatar-Bashkir tribes, Zlatoust engravings, ancient coins, mineralogical collections, bones of extinct animals, and stuffed animals.

The museum also exhibits the largest (weighing half a ton) of the found fragments of the Chelyabinsk Meteor that exploded in the sky above the city at an altitude of about 15-25 km in 2013. Truda Street, 100.

Museum of Fine Arts . This museum has several thousand exhibits of Western European, Eastern, and Russian art. Here you can see the works of world-famous artists: Aivazovsky, Levitan, Shishkin. Also there is an interesting collection of icons of the 16th-19th centuries. Truda Street, 92a.

Museum of Arts and Crafts of the Urals . Here you can see the whole range of folk art crafts of the Southern Urals: products of the Zlatoust weapons factory, exhibits demonstrating the skill of local carvers and jewelers, hand-painted utensils, porcelain products of the South Ural factory, etc. Revolution Square, 1.

Chelyabinsk Railway Museum . The museum exposition is located in two places: in the building #63 on Tsvillinga Street, where more than 14 thousand exhibits are stored, and at the Chelyabinsk Railway Station (Zheleznodorozhnaya Street, 1/1), where you can see various railway equipment: steam locomotives, electric locomotives, modern trains, military trains, and special equipment. In the exhibition halls, you can see rails, station bells, old tickets, lights, signaling devices, and other items.

Museum of the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant - the largest and most popular museum in the region. It is dedicated to the history and activities of the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant. The museum has several thousand photographs, documents, personal belongings of employees, posters, newspaper clippings. It is better to visit this museum with a thematic tour, during which you can not only learn interesting facts, but also feel the true spirit of the plant and the city of Chelyabinsk. Lenina Avenue, 19.

Holy Trinity Church (1914) - the largest church in Chelyabinsk built of red brick and topped with a green roof. The main feature of this building is a large number of arched windows on all tiers and an abundance of decorative ornaments on the facade. Inside, the walls and ceiling are painted with murals on biblical themes. Kirova, 60?.

Monument to Kurchatov . Igor Kurchatov, the famous Soviet scientist and creator of the first atomic bomb in the USSR, was born in the town of Sim of Chelyabinsk Oblast in 1903. In 1986, in honor of the 250th anniversary of Chelyabinsk, the monument “Split Atom” was erected in his honor on Nauki (Science) Square. It consists of two vertical platforms 27 meters high, which symbolize an elementary particle, and the figure of Kurchatov standing in the middle. Lenina Avenue, 86.

Chelyabinsk city of Russia photos

Sights of chelyabinsk.

Palace of Pioneers and Schoolchildren in Chelyabinsk

Author: Yuri Palmin

Circus in Chelyabinsk

Author: Nico Kaiser

Stele to the Defenders of the Fatherland in Chelyabinsk

Author: Olga Kopp

Pictures of Chelyabinsk

Stele at the entrance to Chelyabinsk

Author: Alexander Sapozhnikov

Church of the Icon of the Mother of God Soothe My Sorrows in Chelyabinsk

Author: Angie Ambrosio

The questions of our visitors

The comments of our visitors.

I heard an interview with a woman from Chelyabinsk several days after the meteor exploded over your city on February 15th, 2013. She said "We should use this meteor to bring people to our city. We need our own Eiffel Tower or Statue of Liberty".

I think the meteor could help your city draw tourists, if the city is willing to invest money to make this happen. Specifically, you could build a museum that would:

Besides the museum, have boat rides on the lake where pieces of the meteor broke through the ice.

To support the museum (and tourists) year-round, would it work to put together ski packages, transporting skiers to the Urals by bus via the M5 highway (or others) during the day and bringing them back to Chelyabinsk at night? Can you improve air connections US-Europe-Moscow-Chelyabinsk? Add a few restaurants? Etc.

A meteor like yours hits the Earth once a century. If you want it, you could make Chelyabinsk a tourist destination. It's worth a try. David Irvin

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