I’m buying my first car and want an automatic hatchback for mainly city driving with occasional long trips. My budget is around ₹12 lakh. I’m torn between the Hyundai i20 and the Tata Altroz - I’m worried about Tata’s after-sales service and the i20’s mileage. I’ve researched for months and still need guidance. Thanks!

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If you are looking for a peace of mind ownership experience, we suggest the Hyundai i20. Its smooth 1.2 litre four cylinder petrol engine and CVT transmission make city driving a breeze. You can choose the Hyundai i20 Sportz or Sportz O variant depending on your feature preferences.

As for efficiency, neither the i20 nor the Tata Altroz will be rated as very good, but both offer acceptable figures for what they deliver.

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Dec 02, 2025

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