After lying low for a while Chevrolet has decided to give its multi-utility-vehicle (MUV) the Tavera an update. Called the the Neo it is on sale for Rs 9.54 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). That’s only Rs 2 000 over the older car.
You can differentiate this car from the older model by the all- new chrome grille with the huge Chevrolet bow-tie. The Neo also gets two-tone paint scheme and a series of stickers running around it. You also get alloy wheels as part of the Neo package.
But the biggest changes have been saved for the interiors. The highlight of the beige cabin is the leather seats — like the Innova the Tavera gets captain seats which are hugely comfortable and have plenty of adjustments on offer to keep you comfortable. The dashboard is an all-new design and quality is much improved though it still falls short of the Innova levels. There’s a new three-spoke steering wheel and twin-glove boxes to aid utility. The centre console gets a faux-wood finish and a two-din audio system is also part of standard equipment.
But the best change seems to be the relocation of the hand-brake which is now located at a more convenient position next to the gear lever rather than below the dashboard where it was earlier.
But all the changes are purely cosmetic — there has been no upgrade to the Tavera engine. You get the same tried-and-tested 2.5-litre 80bhp diesel which offers class-leading economy figures as well as great low-end pulling power that makes it a good city commute.
The Neo is essentially a pre-emptive strike by Chevrolet against the updated Innova which is just around the corner. While the changes do make it a more comfortable vehicle to travel in the Tavera is still no Innova-beater.
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