The Toyota Glanza has received a major update, following the same for the Maruti Baleno. This one brings some cosmetic revisions, an entirely different engine under the bonnet, a longer equipment list and a new top-spec trim. Depending on the variant, prices now range between Rs 6.99 lakh and Rs 10.98 lakh (ex-showroom). That’s an increase of about Rs 26,000 to Rs 1 lakh over the old Glanza. Rivals include the Maruti Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz. Here’s a closer look at what’s changed and what’s been carried over.
Toyota Glanza new vs old: Exterior design
A new front fascia and a couple of different colour options for the exterior
Most of the changes with this update are at the front. The front fascia of the new Glanza looks more aggressive than that of the old model, with a taller middle section that integrates the upper grille and lower intake into a single-piece design. The intakes are larger, and the Toyota logo now sits higher, just aft of the chrome strip connecting the headlamps.
The headlamps have been carried over from the old Glanza, while the redesigned front bumper gets rectangular fog lamps in place of the old model’s circular units. The Glanza now gets side skirts and a shark-fin antenna, but the design of its 16-inch alloy wheels and the chrome strip beneath the windowline have been carried over from the old model.
There are no changes to the rear of the updated Glanza. This means that it retains the old model’s tail-lamps with their C-shaped elements, the roof spoiler and the wiper and washer setup. The Toyota Glanza facelift adds Digital Teal Green and Bluish Black to the list of colours offered earlier.
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Toyota Glanza new vs old: Interior design and features
The 2026 update adds more features, but lower trims now lose out on auto AC
The overall design and layout of the cabin haven’t changed with this update, and the dual-tone dashboard and seats have been carried over. However, the V and the new top-spec V (O) trims now get leatherette upholstery, with the front row featuring seat ventilation.
The two high-end trims also come with a new premium audio system by Clarion, while the earlier Arkamys setup moves to the mid-spec G. The G now gets a 9-inch touchscreen in place of the old 7-inch unit, while the lower-spec S gets a 7-inch unit. The S also offers a sliding front armrest, rear AC vents and Type-A and Type-C ports. However, the lower trims now lose out on automatic AC.
Other noteworthy additions include a wireless charger with active cooling (G trim and above) and a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) on all but the entry-level E. Standard kit includes 6 airbags, electronic stability control, hill-hold assist and ISOFIX anchors.
Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) is new but limited to the top-spec V (O). It brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning and high-beam assist. As with the old Glanza, the head-up display and 360-degree camera are reserved for the V trims.
Toyota Glanza new vs old: Engine and transmission
A three-cylinder engine replaces the old four-cylinder unit
The old Toyota Glanza was powered by a 1.2-litre four-cylinder K-series petrol engine that produced 90hp and 113Nm of torque. With this update, the Glanza switches to the 1.2-litre three-cylinder Z-series engine that also powers the updated Maruti Baleno. This new unit puts out 83hp and 112Nm of torque, representing a loss of 7hp and 1Nm over the old model. The 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT (automated manual transmission) have been carried over.
The claimed mileage has gone up from 22.35kpl to 23.80kpl for the manual and from 22.94kpl to 24.77kpl for the AMT. While the old Glanza had automatic engine stop-start as standard only with the petrol versions, the updated model gains the fuel-saving tech for the CNG versions. The new AMT variant of the Glanza CNG is rated at 34.47km/kg, while the manual’s claimed mileage has gone up from 30.61km/kg to 33.61km/kg.
In terms of output, the updated Glanza CNG sees power dropping from 77hp to 70hp, though the torque figure has gone up from 98.5Nm to 102Nm. Finally, the 2026 Toyota Glanza weighs up to 30kg more than the old model it replaces.
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