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TATA VISTA D90

Indica has been an important car for Tata. Ever since its launch in 1998, the car has evolved into a capable and practical hatchback that always stayed on top of sales charts.  Now in its latest Vista D90 avatar, Indica has shifted the goal posts to another pitch. Powered by a specially tuned Quadrajet diesel engine, the new Indica is a completely different animal that delivers 90PS of raw power.  However, does it live up to the hype? I recently spent two days behind the wheel of the D90 to find that out. Design Tata has thrown in some new design elements that reflect the sportiness of the car.  However, the new bumpers and an aerodynamic rear spoiler seen in the pictures are not part of the original D90, but a body kit that you may purchase from the dealership.  What come as standard are just a contrasting roof and the D90 badge at the rear. When it comes to the interiors, the D90 receives major changes. The Manza-inspired dashboard looks pretty neat and thankf