Tata Altroz, the much-awaited premium hatchback is launched at a price of Rs 5.29 lakh. The car gives its competition a check in terms of features, pricing and what we know so far is a strong bodyshell and its the only car in its segment which scored 5-star rating at the Global NCAP. And in this article, we will be comparing the Tata Altroz vs Maruti Baleno and Hyundai Elite i20.
Being the newest entrant in the premium hatchback segment, Tata Altroz has to climb up the ladder to beat the sales of Maruti Baleno and Hyundai Elite i20.
Tata Altroz vs rivals measurement
| Dimensions | Tata Altroz | Maruti Suzuki Baleno | Hyundai Elite i20 |
| Length | 3990 mm | 3995 mm | 3985 mm |
| Width | 1755 mm | 1745 mm | 1734 mm |
| Height | 1523 mm | 1510 mm | 1505 mm |
| Boot Space | 340 litres | 339 litres | 285 litres |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1034 kg | 865 kg - 985 kg | 1080 kg - 1200 kg |
Comparing the length of all these hatchbacks then Maruti Suzuki Baleno wins the competition. Altroz sets its length at 3,990 mm, just 5 mm short from Baleno. It should be noted that Altroz has got the smallest wheelbase of the lot at 2501 mm. Hyundai Elite i20 gets the biggest wheelbase at 2570 mm.
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Hyundai Elite i20 weighs around 1080-1200 kgs while Altroz weights 1034 kg. Maruti Baleno is the lightest of the lot with kerb weight sticking between 865-985 kg.
Tata Altroz vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Hyundai Elite i20 Diesel Engines Compared
| Diesel Engine | Tata Altroz | Maruti Suzuki Baleno | Hyundai Elite i20 |
| Capacity & No. Of Cylinders | 1.5L, 4-cylinder | 1.2L, 4-cylinder | 1.4L, 4-cylinder |
| Power | 90 bhp | 75 bhp | 89 bhp |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 6-speed MT |
| Emission Norms | BS6 | BS4 | BS4 |
Tata Altroz is the first premium hatchback to come with a BS6 diesel engine. The four-cylinder, turbocharged unit produces 90 bhp with a peak torque of 200 Nm. The Elite i20 generates 89 bhp from the 1.4L motor and a whopping 220 Nm of peak torque. Maruti Baleno gets a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged motor which churns 75 bhp with 190 Nm of torque. It is the least powerful motor in the lot.
Transmission wise, the Altroz and Baleno get a 5-speed manual gearbox while the Elite i20 is mated to a 6-speed MT. With the new emission norms to take in the place, Maruti Suzuki will axe the diesel engine from the Baleno. Hyundai will continue with the BS6 diesel engine for the Elite i20.
Tata Altroz vs rivals Petrol Engine compared
| Petrol Engine | Tata Altroz | Maruti Suzuki Baleno | Hyundai Elite i20 |
| Capacity & No. of Cylinders | 1.2L | 1.2L/1.2L/1/1.0L | 1.2L |
| Power | 86 bhp | 83 bhp/90 bhp/102 bhp | 83 bhp |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 113 Nm/113 Nm/ 150 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT | 5-speed MT or CVT/5-speed MT/5-speed MT | 5-speed MT or CVT |
| BS4 or BS6 | BS6 | BS6/BS6/BS4 | BS4 |
Tata Altroz gets a three cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine which churns out 86 bhp and a torque of 113 Nm. The BS6 engine gets paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox and an automatic transmission is in the works too. Talking about the Hyundai Elite i20 then it comes with 1.2L petrol engine producing 83 bhp and 114 Nm of peak torque. It gets a 5-speed manual gearbox.
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno gets three petrol engines, a 1.2-litre, a naturally aspirated engine which churns out 113 Nm. Another 1.2L engine gets 90 bhp with 113 Nm of torque and this one receives a mild hybrid system. The more powerful, turbo petrol unit, 1.0L engine produces 105 bhp with 150 Nm of peak torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox for all the engines and the 1.2L also gets a CVT gearbox.
Hyundai Elite i20 packs a nimble 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated petrol motor which generates 83 bhp on tap along with 114 Nm of peak torque. It offers a 5-speed manual transmission and a CVT gearbox.
Prices
| Price | Tata Altroz | Maruti Suzuki Baleno | Hyundai Elite i20 |
| Ex-showroom | Rs 5.29 lakh - 9.29 lakh | Rs 5.67 lakh - Rs 9.0 lakh | Rs 5.54 lakh - Rs 9.35 lakh |
Tata has priced the Altroz at Rs 5.29 lakh making it a most affordable option. The top-spec version of the Tata Altroz fetches till Rs 9.29 lakh while that of Maruti Baleno and Hyundai Elite i20 gets a price tag of Rs 9.0 lakh and Rs 9.35 lakh respectively.
