The Hexa has been discontinued for over five years, but is remembered for being a premium and robust SUV.
I am planning to buy a used Tata Hexa automatic (XMA/XTA, 2017-2019), which I’ve loved for years. Though options like the Mahindra XUV700 and used options of the XUV500, Toyota Innova Crysta, Hycross, and Tata’s Harrier and Safari exist, none of them appeal to me like the Hexa. I admire its bold, muscular and polarising design, strong features and tank-like build – it still feels like Tata’s best-built car. Based on owner feedback, the automatic is smoother, quicker and more convenient than the manual. I’ve shortlisted 3-4 options, but is it still a sensible buy in 2025?
Aditya nambiar, kannur
Autocar India says: We completely understand your admiration for the Tata Hexa – it has a unique charm and presence that set it apart, even among more recent SUVs. Its body-on-frame construction gives it a robust, go-anywhere feel, and the cabin exudes a sense of luxury that few Tata vehicles have managed to replicate since. The automatic versions, in particular, are known for their smoothness and convenience.
However, being practical, we wouldn’t recommend going ahead with a used Hexa in 2025. The model has been discontinued for over five years now, and as time goes on, sourcing spare parts and finding trained technicians could become increasingly difficult. Tata vehicles, the Hexa included, also don’t age particularly well, and there’s a risk of being saddled with high maintenance costs and reliability issues as the kilometres pile up.
Among current options, the Tata Safari comes closest in terms of character, but we agree that it doesn’t quite have the same majestic, tank-like aura of the Hexa. Still, if long-term peace of mind and support matter, you’d be better off considering something more recent and still in production.
Also See:
Buying used: (2017-2020) Tata Hexa
2017 Tata Hexa long term review, fourth report
2017 Tata Hexa review, road test
