Tata Altroz Facelift : Tata Motors just dropped the much-awaited Altroz facelift in India, shaking up the premium hatchback scene with sharper looks and smarter tech.
Kicking off at Rs 6.89 lakh (ex-showroom), this update breathes new life into the 2020 original, ready to tussle with Hyundai i20, Maruti Baleno, and Toyota Glanza.
Revamped Front Fascia Turns Heads
The nose job on the Altroz facelift is impossible to miss. Those sleek split LED headlights with edgy DRL eyebrows sit above a bolder grille flashing the Tata monogram, while the redesigned bumper adds muscle without going overboard.
It feels like Tata borrowed a page from their SUV playbook, making the hatch look taller and meaner on the road.
I remember test-driving the old one; this front end alone makes it feel premium right from the showroom approach.
Side profiles stay familiar but sneak in flush door handles— a segment-first nod to the Curvv SUV—plus fresh 16-inch dual-tone alloys that catch the light just right.
Rear End Gets Connected Glow
Flip to the back, and horizontal T-shaped LED taillamps linked by a slick light bar scream modern. It’s a subtle upgrade that ties the whole design together, especially under city lights at night.
No drastic overhang changes, keeping that balanced stance intact. Color options like Ember Glow or Dune Glow pop against the blacked-out accents, giving buyers fun ways to personalize.
This rear refresh fixes one gripe from the pre-facelift model—those dated lamps that felt a tad plain next to rivals.
Cabin Upgrade Feels Luxe and Techy
Step inside, and the dashboard overhaul hits you first with soft-touch materials and a cleaner layout.
A massive 10.25-inch Harman touchscreen dominates, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay flowing smoothly—no lag in sight.
Paired with a matching 10.25-inch digital cluster showing nav and blind-spot alerts, it’s like borrowing Nexon’s brains for a hatch.
The two-spoke steering wheel with glowing logo adds that premium touch I always wanted in the old Altroz.
Ambient lighting, voice-activated sunroof, and rear AC vents make long drives cozier. Top trims throw in an 8-speaker Harman audio setup and wireless charger—perfect for playlist junkies like me.
Powertrains Stay Reliable, Add Handy Tricks
No engine shake-up here; the 1.2-litre petrol (88hp), 1.5-litre diesel (90hp), and CNG (74hp) soldier on with familiar punch.
But the real win? A new 5-speed AMT for the petrol, easing city traffic woes alongside the 5-speed manual and 6-speed DCA.
Diesel hits 0-100kph in 12.8 seconds per Tata, while CNG’s twin-cylinder kit keeps boot space at 210 litres loaded. It’s the only diesel hatch left standing, a boon for mileage chasers amid rising fuel costs.
Petrol AMT feels like a smart urban add-on, bridging manual control and auto ease without breaking the bank.
Safety Stays Top-Notch, Features Pile On
Building on its 5-star Global NCAP badge, the facelift packs six airbags and ESP standard across all variants. Hill-hold assist, 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor, and SOS calls round out the kit.
Higher trims get auto headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and cruise control—essentials for highway runs. Tata’s ALFA platform keeps it sturdy, no compromises even in base Smart trim.
In a segment where safety sells, this reinforces why Altroz owners brag about crash scores at family dinners.
Pricing Breakdown Across Variants
Starting at Rs 6.89 lakh for Smart petrol, it climbs to Rs 11.49 lakh for Accomplished+ S DCA. Pure and Creative get sunroof ‘S’ variants, with CNG from Rs 7.89 lakh and diesel at Rs 8.99 lakh.
That’s a Rs 24,000 bump over the old base, but added features justify it. Bookings opened June 2, deliveries rolling soon—smart move before monsoon hits.
Compared to i20’s Rs 6.66 lakh start, Altroz undercuts on diesel/CNG options while matching kit.
How It Stacks Against Rivals
Against Baleno’s efficiency crown, Altroz flexes diesel muscle and safer bones. Glanza mirrors Baleno but lacks CNG punch; i20 fights back with turbo-petrol flair, yet Altroz’s 5-star edge and price positioning win value wars.
Real-world test: Old Altroz handled Pune-Bangalore better than my buddy’s i20 on bad patches. Facelift’s suspension tweaks promise even sharper dynamics.
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Why Tata Altroz Facelift Matters Now
With hatch sales dipping for SUVs, Tata smartly refreshes Altroz to hook young buyers craving style sans size. Ember Glow paint on a Creative S? That’s Instagram gold for urban millennials.