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News18
5 days ago
- Automotive
- News18
Tata Altroz Facelift: Sharp Looks, Smart Cabin, But Is It Punchy Enough?
Written By : Last Updated: May 28, 2025, 11:05 IST Tata Altroz Facelift. (Photo: Shahrukh Shah/ The premium hatchback segment in India has always been an exciting space. From daily commutes to occasional road trips, buyers in this category look for a car that can multitask—offering style, space, fuel efficiency, and comfort at a value-for-money price. Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai i20, and Toyota Glanza have kept the segment alive, but Tata Altroz has added an extra layer of safety and presence since its arrival. Now, with the 2025 facelift, Tata has added a few more updates to keep it fresh and desirable. News18(Auto) recently had a chance to take it for a spin and here's what we think about it. Design & Dimensions The overall stance of the Altroz remains unchanged, which is a good thing because it already had a well-proportioned design. At 3990 mm in length, 1755 mm in width, and 1523 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2501 mm, it still strikes a balanced road presence. There are subtle tweaks – revised bumpers, fresh alloys, and slightly sleeker detailing that make it look a bit sharper. But the flush door handles, though modern and clean to look at, are a bit impractical for everyday use. They're especially tricky if you're quickly trying to open the door with bags or groceries in hand – something a family buyer might not appreciate. Interior & Features Inside the cabin, Tata has added a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a fully digital instrument cluster, both of which bring the cabin up to date. The interface is improved and feels easier to use. There's also an air purifier, six airbags, and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay. The sunroof is voice controlled. The dual-tone dashboard layout still looks appealing, and the quality of materials used is good for the segment. That said, there are a few hard plastics here and there, but that's expected at this price point. The facelift brings in improved seat cushioning and ergonomics. Rear seat space remains adequate, with sufficient legroom and headroom for average-sized adults. The boot space of 345 litres remains untouched and is adequate for a hatchback. Performance We drove the 1.5-litre Revotorq diesel engine, which puts out 89 bhp and 200 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. While it performs well in city conditions, we did feel the need for a little more power on highways, especially when trying to overtake or push the car a bit harder. One thing that stood out was the engine noise – it gets a bit gruff when revved. There's also some cabin noise, which becomes noticeable when the car is pushed. It's not a deal-breaker but does take away from the otherwise composed driving experience. However, for everyday city driving, it's smooth and offers good low-end torque, which means less frequent gear changes in traffic. Suspension, Brakes & Handling The Altroz has always had a strong suspension setup, and the facelift continues that. It handles rough patches well and doesn't crash into potholes. The car feels planted at high speeds, and the brakes offer confidence with good bite and feedback. In terms of handling, the Altroz feels stable and easy to manoeuvre. The steering is light at low speeds and weights up well on highways, which makes for a good mix of comfort and control. Verdict Swipe Left For Next Video View all The Tata Altroz facelift is a sensible choice for those looking for a premium hatchback that offers solid build quality, decent features, and multiple powertrain options—including diesel. The diesel variant we drove does the job well for city and occasional highway use, but could use a bit more punch for spirited drives. At a starting price of Rs 6.89 lakh (ex-showroom), the Altroz facelift continues to be one of the better-equipped and safer hatchbacks in its class. But if you're looking for refinement and effortless performance, the petrol or automatic versions might serve better. Get the latest updates on car and bike launches in India — including reviews, prices, specs, and performance. Stay informed with breaking auto industry news, EV policies, and more, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! News auto Tata Altroz Facelift: Sharp Looks, Smart Cabin, But Is It Punchy Enough?
NDTV
5 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Toyota Sales Breakup: Hyryder, Innova Hycross Lead Charts- Full Breakdown
Toyota Kirloskar Motor reported a significant increase in sales for April 2025, selling 24,833 units in India. This marks a 32.8 percent growth compared to April 2024, when the company sold 18,700 units. In this article, we will see the YoY and MoM sales figures for Toyota cars. Toyota Sales April 2025: YoY Sales Analysis In April 2025, Toyota reported sales of 24,833 units, reflecting a significant year-on-year growth of 32.80 percent compared to 18,700 units sold in April 2024. This represents an increase of 6,133 units. The Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder led the sales chart with 4,642 units sold, marking a 42.74 percent increase from the 3,252 units sold in April 2024, and capturing 18.69 percent of the company's overall sales. The Hycross followed in second place, selling 4,494 units, which is a 5.10 percent increase from 4,276 units the previous year. The Toyota Glanza saw a decrease in sales, dropping 5.66 percent to 4,132 units, down from 4,380 in April 2024. On a positive note, the sales figures for the Innova Crysta increased by 13.37 percent to 3,205 units, and Fortuner sales grew by 24.90 percent to 2,904 units. The Toyota Rumion, based on the Maruti Ertiga MPV, shows significant growth, rising 106.54 percent to 2,462 units from 1,192 units last year. The new Taisor also contributed with 2,421 units sold. Additionally, sales of the Hilux and Camry increased by 30.68 percent and 16.20 percent, reaching 345 and 208 units, respectively. With 20 units sold this month, from 5 units the previous year, the Vellfire showed a remarkable growth of 300 percent. Toyota Sales April 2025: MoM Sales Analysis Toyota reported year-over-year growth, but its month-over-month sales fell by 12.48 percent, decreasing from 28,373 units in March 2025 to a lower figure, which is a drop of 3,540 units. Most of its models are seeing lower sales. Toyota Hilux The Toyota HyRyder's sales dropped by 12.18 percent to 5,286 units, and the Hycross saw a significant decline of 37.21 percent from 7,157 units. On the positive side, the Toyota Glanza and Crysta had increased sales, with Glanza up by 18.02 percent to 4,132 units and Crysta up by 18.75 percent to 3,205 units. The Fortuner's sales fell by 14.39 percent to 2,904 units, while the Rumion sales grew by 37.31 percent, from 1,793 units to 2,462 units. The Taisor and Hilux models also faced big drops in sales, with Taisor down 30.19 percent and Hilux down 34.66 percent. The Camry sales increased by 2.46 percent to 208 units, but Vellfire's sales dropped to 20 units, a 94.22 percent decline from 346 units sold the previous month.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Premium hatchbacks have huge growth potential and will define entire hatchback segment, says top Tata Motors official
Tata Motors has reenergized the premium hatchback segment where it has competitors like Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza as well. Check Offers Hatchbacks have been witnessing an ever-shrinking market share in the Indian passenger vehicle market over the last few years, owing to the rapidly rising pressure from SUVs and crossovers, as well as MPVs. The hatchback sales have slumped significantly over the past decade, despite once being the backbone of the Indian passenger vehicle market. While 10 years ago, the hatchback market share in the total industry sales volume was about 50 per cent, now it has come down to about 22 per cent. Following the demand and sales slump, key OEMs like Honda, Toyota, and Ford have called it quits from this space. Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Hyundai currently continue to sell their respective cars in this space, but there lies the question: how long? In such a situation, Tata Motors recently launched the updated iteration of its premium hatchback Altroz at an introductory price of ₹ 6.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The 2025 Tata Altroz facelift comes with a host of updates enhancing its upmarket quotient, reenergising the segment where it competes with rivals such as Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza. The OEM has already revealed that it is betting big on the new Altroz for the hatchback segment to bounce back. HT Auto had an exclusive interaction with Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, where he said that premium hatchbacks will play a crucial role for the existence of hatchbacks in the near future. Premium hatchbacks will help the hatch segment to stay afloat With the entry-level hatchbacks losing their value proposition to a larger number of car buyers owing to their increased cost, consumers have been exploring the idea of buying a larger car by paying a little extra, which in many cases is for premium hatchbacks. With the first-time car buyers showing interest in buying premium hatchbacks and this segment recording impressive growth from lower-tier cities, especially the tier-two cities, Srivatsa believes this category will play a key role in keeping the segment's business afloat. Also Read : Upcoming cars in India According to him, for many first-time car buyers, purchasing a passenger vehicle is an achievement, not a sign of transactional ability. This is where the premium hatchbacks are playing a key role in winning consumer sentiments. The premium hatchbacks offer a greater value proposition compared to the entry-level models, with upmarket features at a slight premium pricing, without affecting the practicality and burning a hole in the consumers' pockets. Srivatsa believes that despite the massive slump in sales figures over the last decade, the hatchback segment will retain about 20 per cent of the total industry volume. A lot of this 20 per cent will come from premium hatchbacks, he believes. Exciting products will help this segment and the consumers in this space to reenergise. 'Premium hatchbacks will actually define the entire hatchback segment," said the top Tata Motors official. Premium hatchbacks shaping consumer preference Indian consumers have been evolving a lot in the last few years. When it comes to buying a car, Indian consumers seek more features, premium appeal, which is in sync with the overall consumer aspiration, witnessing an evolution across different sectors. Premium hatchbacks have played a key role in this evolution in the auto sector. Speaking about this, Srivatsa said that one of the major changes Tata Motors tried to bring to the new Altroz is equalising it with compact SUVs. In fact, the new Altroz comes with design elements that are similar to the Tata Nexon, one of the most successful models from the brand. It was always that hatchbacks had slightly fewer features and compact SUVs had more of them. However, with the premium hatchbacks, those features are available in cars positioned lower than the C-SUVs. This is helping in reshaping the consumer preference in the Indian passenger vehicle market by encouraging many buyers to opt for premium hatchbacks instead of compact SUVs. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 27 May 2025, 13:16 PM IST
NDTV
5 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
2025 Tata Altroz Vs Rivals: Mileage Comparison
Tata Motors India has recently launched the 2025 Tata Altroz facelift at a starting price of Rs 6.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The 2025 Tata Altroz has received a bunch of changes inside out and a few first-in-segment features as well. The hatchback rivals with the likes of cars like the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Glanza, and Hyundai i20. The brand has now revealed the mileage figures of the Tata Altroz facelift. Here is a mileage comparison of the 2025 Tata Altroz and its key rivals. 2025 Tata Altroz Vs Rivals: Petrol Mileage Comparison The 2025 Tata Altroz facelift gets a 1.2-liter petrol engine that is capable of pushing out 90 hp and 113 Nm. The mileage of Altroz's petrol has not been announced yet. However, it is expected to deliver a mileage of around 18-20 kmpl. Hyundai i20 The Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Toyota Glanza get a 1.2-liter petrol engine that delivers a mileage of 22.35 kmpl for manual trims and 22.95 kmpl for AMT trims. The Hyundai i20 delivers 20-21 kmpl of mileage for manual transmission trims and 20 kmpl for the IVT trims. 2025 Tata Altroz Vs Rivals: CNG Mileage Comparison The Tata Altroz facelift gets a 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder CNG engine as an option. It delivers a mileage of 26.90 km/kg. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Toyota Glanza also get a 1.2-liter bi-fuel engine option, which delivers 30.61 km/kg. Meanwhile, the Hyundai i20 doesn't get a CNG engine option. 2025 Tata Altroz Vs Rivals: Diesel Mileage Comparison The Tata Altroz is the only hatchback in the Indian market to get a diesel engine option. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai i20 has a diesel engine available previously, however it had to be discontinued due to emission norms. The Tata Altroz facelift gets a 1.5-liter turbo diesel engine that delivers a peak power and torque output of 90 hp and 200 Nm, respectively. The Tata Altroz facelift diesel delivers a mileage of 223.6 kmpl.
Mint
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
Tata Altroz in mind? What are the other options you have
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the bestselling premium hatchback in the Indian market that comes available at a price range of ₹ 6.70 lakh and ₹ 9.92 lakh (ex-showroom). The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which is available with transmission choices including a five-speed manual gearbox and an AMT. There is a petrol-CNG bi-fuel powertrain on offer as well. Hyundai i20 The Hyundai i20 is another bestseller in the Indian passenger vehicle market. This premium hatchback comes with a sharp and stylish design and a plethora of upmarket features. Powering the Hyundai i20 is a 1.2-litre Kappa petrol engine. Transmission options for the car include a five-speed manual gearbox and an IVT. It is priced between ₹ 7.04 lakh and ₹ 11.25 lakh (ex-showroom). ₹ 6.89 - 11.49 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon Toyota Glanza Toyota Glanza is basically a rebadged iteration of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. It comes priced between ₹ 6.90 lakh and ₹ 10 lakh (ex-showroom). The Toyota Glanza shares its components and features with the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. Like the Baleno, the Glanza too draws power from the same 1.2-litre engine.
