The Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP safety rating has been officially confirmed, with both SUVs earning the highest possible five-star crash test scores in India’s home-grown Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP). This milestone underscores Tata Motors’ continued commitment to vehicle safety and builds on their strong legacy of high crash test performance, further boosting customer confidence in these flagship SUVs.
As India’s independent vehicle safety evaluation protocol, Bharat NCAP assesses adult and child occupant protection under a standardized crash test framework designed to mirror global benchmark standards. The Harrier and Safari achieved excellent results in both categories, reinforcing their position as among the safest large SUVs on Indian roads.
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Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP Safety Rating – Results Summary
| Model | BNCAP Rating | Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) | Child Occupant Protection (COP) | Key Safety Tech |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Harrier | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars) | ~30.08/32 | ~44.54/49 | 6 airbags, ESC, ABS, ISOFIX, ADAS |
| Tata Safari | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars) | ~30.08/32 | ~44.54/49 | 6 airbags, ESC, ABS, ISOFIX, ADAS |
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Understanding the Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP Safety Rating
The Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP safety rating represents one of the strongest performances recorded by Indian SUVs in the nation’s crash test regime. Both SUVs were subjected to frontal impact and side impact assessments, where structural integrity and occupant protection under severe loads were evaluated. The five-star rating means both vehicles offer very good protection for adults and children alike.
Safety Evaluation Criteria
Bharat NCAP crash tests focus on:
- Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – assessed using crash dummies to simulate front and side impacts.
- Child Occupant Protection (COP) – using child restraint system simulations to ensure safety in common real-world conditions.
- Performance of Safety Systems – including airbags, seatbelts, ISOFIX anchors, and electronic safety technologies.
Scoring highly in both AOP and COP indicates a well-engineered safety cell, effective restraint deployment, and robust structural design — all qualities demonstrated by the Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP safety rating performance.
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What Makes Harrier & Safari So Safe? Key Structural Features
Several fundamental elements contribute to the enviable Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP safety rating:
1. Strong Platform Architecture
Both SUVs are built on Tata’s architecture, derived from the Land Rover D8 platform, known for high structural rigidity and crash energy management. This provides a solid foundation for occupant protection in high-impact scenarios.
2. Comprehensive Airbag Coverage
Multiple airbags — including front, side and curtain airbags — are standard, ensuring protection across all seating rows in both Harrier and Safari models.
3. Advanced Safety Tech
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), hill hold control and roll stability aids are part of the safety suite, enhancing control and stability during emergency manoeuvres. These systems complement the passive crash protection, improving overall safety performance.
4. Child Safety
ISOFIX anchor points with support for child restraint systems contribute to high child occupant protection scores, catering to family-oriented buyers and raising real-world safety standards.
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Safety Tech: Harrier & Safari
| Safety Feature | Present on Both SUVs |
|---|---|
| Airbags | Yes (Front, Side, Curtain) |
| ABS with EBD | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Anchors | Yes |
| Blind-Spot Monitoring | Available |
| 360° Surround Camera | Available |
| Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) | Available on higher trims |
Safety in the Wider Tata Portfolio
Tata Motors’ success with the Harrier & Safari BNCAP safety rating builds on a strong safety track record across the brand’s lineup. Models like the Tata Nexon, Tata Punch.ev and Tata Curvv have also secured top ratings in Bharat NCAP and/or Global NCAP tests, signaling that safety is a core priority for the automaker.
The Tata Harrier & Safari BNCAP safety rating achievement marks a significant milestone for Tata Motors and for SUV safety standards in India. By securing five stars in both adult and child occupant protection tests, these SUVs demonstrate that robust crash performance and real-world safety need not be compromised in larger, family-oriented vehicles.
For buyers seeking peace of mind along with performance, comfort and technology, the Harrier and Safari — now certified among India’s safest SUVs — represent strong choices backed by credible safety validation.