Tata Altroz vs Altroz Facelift: Key changes in design, features, and more
Tata Motors
is all set to launch the Altroz Facelift on May 22, 2025. This will be the first-ever major upgrade for the premium hatchback since its debut in 2020. The model will continue to rival the likes of Hyundai i20, Maruti Suzuki Baleno and its Toyota sibling Glanza. Here's a quick look at what changes does the facelifted avatar bring over the outgoing model.
Tata Altroz vs Altroz Facelift: Key design changes
First things first, the design. In terms of design, the 2025
Tata Altroz Facelift
features a revamped, sharper front fascia featuring LED split headlamps paired with redesigned DRLs, a sleeker black grille, and a fresh front bumper with vertical fog lamp housings.
Notably, the Altroz now features illuminated flush door handles and newly designed 16-inch alloy wheels while the rest of the side profile looks more or less the same as its predecessor. At the rear, the top variants are set to flaunt LED light bars running across the width of the vehicle, flanked by redesigned LED tail lamps.
Tata Altroz vs Altroz Facelift: Interiors
Moving to the interiors, the dashboard has also undergone a complete overhaul, now featuring a dual-tone finish and contrasting triple-layer layout. It also gets a 10.25-inch fully digital driver's display along with an HD touchscreen infotainment system of the same size.
Another major change comes in the form of a new steering wheel. The three-spoke steering wheel now gives way to a new two-spoke unit featuring an illuminated logo. The facelifted model will also bring in ventilated front seats, a powered driver's seat, auto-dimming IRVM, ambient lighting, and more.
The
2025 Tata Altroz
Facelift will be available in five trim levels: Smart, Pure, Creative, Accomplished, and Accomplished +S.
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Tata Altroz vs Altroz Facelift: Powertrain
Under the hood, the 2025 Altroz retains its familiar powertrains. It continues to be powered by an 84 bhp 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine and an 89 bhp 1.5-litre diesel engine, available with a choice of a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
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