It was the first passenger hatchback from Tata Motors, with previous models being station wagons and SUVs.

[4] On 30 December 1998, Tata Motors (previously called Telco) introduced the most modern car ever to be designed by an Indian company:[citation needed] the Indica.

The Indica offered options such as air conditioning and electric windows, which were previously restricted to upmarket imported cars in India.

When first launched, the Indica prompted many complaints from early purchasers, who claimed that the vehicle did not deliver horsepower and mileage as promised.

This was followed by the next variant of Indica, current in early 2008, called the Indica V2 Xeta Petrol, which delivers 70 PS (51 kW; 69 hp) of power at a fuel efficiency of 14 km/L (about 33 mpg U.S., fuel consumption of 7.1 L/100 km) under standard test conditions.

Since the V1 and V2, which were visually identical, Tata had applied styling updates to the Indica in 2004,[10] 2007[11] and 2012[12] In India, three versions were available with different trim levels.

The turbocharged engine was reintroduced in August 2010 as the turbomax in the DLE and DLS trim levels in metros where BS IV norms were introduced.

[17] Faced with numerous CNG-related complaints, Tata organised a systematic recall and retrofit of Bedini equipment which included a new improved lambda sensor/electronic control unit, Bedini emulator, and new wiring harness approved and tested by both Tata and Automotive Research Association of India from 28 to 31 May 2007.

Other popular foreign markets include South Africa where the Indica and the Indicab models (known as B Line) are sold.

[citation needed] Tata Motors India has increased the engine line-up of Vista, an all new variant christened as Quadrajet 90 has been introduced.

Vista D90 VX The Vista D90 VX is the low-end variant out of these two and comes equipped with electric ORVMs, front and rear fog lamps, intelligent rear wiper, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, front and rear power outlets, a double-DIN stereo with USB and Bluetooth connectivity, dual tone interiors, fabric seat covers, a driver aligned instrument cluster, a Driver Information System (DIS) with average fuel consumption and distance to empty display and a two-way adjustable lumbar support for the driver.

[25] Vista D90 ZX+ It is the new top-of-the-line variant of the Vista and features a new touch-screen infotainment system with satellite navigation, the new Driver Information System (DIS) that gets a temperature gauge, an automatic climate control system, front airbags, follow-me-home headlamps, an LED stop lamp, one-touch function for the driver's power window and alloy wheels besides the features offered on Vista D90 VX.

[29] The car is powered by a 55 kW Permanent-magnet electric motor and a 26.5 kWh Lithium Polymer battery.

[35] The Indica Vista EV has a 200 km (120 mi) range on a full charge[31] and a top speed of 105 kilometres per hour (65 mph).

To achieve this, TM4 Electrodynamic systems (a subsidiary of Hydro-Québec) provided its efficient MOTIVE series electric motor.

[36] The Tata Indica Vista EVX was withdrawn from the Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize, in the third round of four.

[37] Tata Motors began production of 25 units for field testing purposes at its U.K. assembly plant in Coventry in April 2011.

[44] A homologated 1500cc 115 bhp (86 kW) Indica with sporting suspension and capable of 180 km/h (110 mph) was prepared jointly by Tata Motors and J. Anand of Jayem Automotives.