Tata Altroz to Maruti Suzuki Baleno: India's premium hatchback segment gearing up for major makeover
Tata Altroz facelift has been teased multiple times. It will get a revamped front and rear profile owing to twin-barrel LED headlamps, updated bumpers, sleek LED strip connecting the taillights. Also, there will be new alloy wheels. Inside the cabin, the Altroz facelift is expected to come with a new touchscreen infotainment system, revised instrument cluster, updated seats and upholstery and more advanced features. On the powertrain front, there would same engine and transmission choices as the current Altroz.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the bestselling premium hatchback in India. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is expected to receive a facelift later this year, possibly in the second half of 2025. It would come with an updated design philosophy and more features at the exterior, while inside the cabin, there would be a more upmarket vibe. Expect the powertrain choices to remain unchanged, though.
Toyota Glanza is basically a rebadged version of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. Expect the Glanza to receive a facelifted version soon after the Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift is launched later this year. Since the Glanza shares all its components with Baleno, expect it to continue the trend in facelifted edition as well.
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