KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Tata Altroz Racer makes way to the India Book of Records
- Becomes the fastest Indian hatchback
- Feat achieved by F1 driver, Mr Narain Karthikeyan
Tata Altroz entered the niche segment of performance hatchback to become only the second in space after the Hyundai i20 N-Line. Now, with a promising set of features and performance, the Altroz Racer has set another record of being the fastest Indian hatchback and made the cut into the India Book of Records. Let's look at how the hot hatch nailed this task, but before that, make sure to join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group community to never miss out on any of the latest automotive news and updates.
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Tata Altroz Racer Now The Fastest Indian Hatchback As Narain Karthikeyan Drives To History
Just days after its launch, the Tata Altroz Racer has already secured an impressive accolade validated by the India Book of Records, highlighting its exceptional performance on the track. The car has been awarded the title of 'Fastest Indian Hatchback', a distinction earned through record-setting laps at the CoASTT Racing Track in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as it involved comparisons with vehicles like the Hyundai i20 N Line and Maruti Suzuki Fronx Turbo, driven by India's first F1 racer, Narain Karthikeyan.
In a competitive time attack session against immediate rivals like the Hyundai i20 N Line and Maruti Suzuki Fronx Turbo, the Tata Altroz Racer achieved a remarkable feat. Setting a blistering lap time of 2 minutes and 21.74 seconds at the CoASTT Race Track, the Altroz Racer secured the title of 'Fastest Indian Hatchback' on June 5th, 2024. This prestigious recognition was officially conferred by the India Book of Records on June 12th, 2024.
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Tata Altroz Racer: Performance Numbers
The Altroz Racer is equipped with a potent 1.2-liter turbo petrol engine that delivers 120 PS of power and 170 Nm of peak torque, paired with a responsive 6-speed manual gearbox. Notably, this represents an upgrade from the outgoing iTurbo engine, which produced 110 PS of power and 140 Nm of peak torque.
Verdict
With the arrival of the all-new Tata Altroz Racer, the exclusivity once held by the i20 N Line in its segment has come to an end. Tata's strong contender is poised to challenge and potentially divert sales from the established South Korean marque. Despite this competition, the market remains niche and has room to accommodate additional new entrants. However, with this new record, the Altroz Racer will attract even more buyers.
