Tata Sumo Gold Review

The Tata Sumo Gold isn’t one of those models you buy for the way it looks. What you do buy it for is its ability to transport a lot of passengers; the Sumo offers seating for up to nine people. Sure, four adults will be a squeeze on the third row’s side-facing seats but there’s stadium-like room for passengers in rows one and two – but that’s all there is to like in the car's basic cabin.
The Sumo Gold’s 85hp, 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine with its 3,000rpm redline is very industrial, but also offers incredible tractability with virtually no turbo lag. Do note: You’ll need long arms to operate the wide-gated gearbox and a wrestler’s legs to depress the heavy clutch fully. Furthermore, a huge turning circle and heavy steering make the Sumo cumbersome. Low-speed ride comfort is surprisingly good, although the tall Sumo feels quite top-heavy at high speeds.