Tata Altroz vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Autocar India
Tata Altroz

Tata Altroz

Accomplished + S 1.2 Petrol DCT

10.75 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Alpha(O) AMT

9.99 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
–

Engine Displacement

1199 cc
1197 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

DCT
AMT

Number of Gears

6
5

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

88 hp at 6000 rpm
82.93 hp at 5700 rpm

Max Engine Torque

115 Nm at 3250 rpm
112.4 Nm at 4500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
MPFI

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
37 litres

Official Fuel Economy

–
24.77 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

N/A
–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic

Turning Radius

5 m
4.85 m

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drums
Drum

Wheel Size

16 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

185/60 R16
195/55 R16

Rear Tyre Size

185/60 R16
195/55 R16

Wheels

Alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

N/A
–

Dimensions

Length

3990 mm
3990 mm

Width

1755 mm
1745 mm

Height

1523 mm
1530 mm

Wheelbase

2501 mm
2520 mm

Ground Clearance

165 mm
–

Boot Capacity

345 litres
318 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
965 - 990 kg

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Door Pockets

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Interior Lamps

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Sunglass Holder

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

–

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Sunroof

–

Ambient Lighting

–

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Safety

Crash Test Rating

5
–

Side Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Airbags

6
6

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Seat Belt Warning

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Passenger Airbag

Dashcam

–

Overspeed Warning

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Curtain Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

Heads Up Display

High Beam Assist

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

–

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

–

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Manual
–

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

NCAP Rating

5
–

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Projector Headlamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Rub Strips

–

LED fog lamps

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

LED headlamps

LED taillights

LED DRLs

Cornering Headlights

–

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

ORVM turn indicators

Puddle Lamps

–

Pop-Out Door Handle

Manual
–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Spoiler

–

Stop Lamp

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Analogue

Tachometer

Digital
Analogue

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

Fabric
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

–

CD Player

–

Branded Music System

–

Speakers

4
4

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

Onboard
–

Voice Commands

–

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Second Row USB port

–
Type A and Type C

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Alexa Compatibility

Geo Fence

Tow Away Alert

–

Driving Analytics

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I currently own a 2021 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga petrol, which has covered around 85,000 km and delivers approximately 7-8 km/l in city driving. Due to rising fuel costs, I am considering switching to a CNG car. I plan to sell my Ertiga before buying the new car. Since my children are now in college, I no longer need a 7-seater. I am specifically looking for a CNG + AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and feel an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving less tiring. The cars I am considering are: Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG The Tata Punch is currently my preferred choice. I also considered the Brezza, but its lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced several tyre punctures in the past. My maximum budget is Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an EV would suit me within this budget, as I do not want to deal with range anxiety at this stage. Based on your road tests, which car would you recommend? Is the Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I consider another option?

•1w

I currently own a petrol Maruti Suzuki Ertiga purchased in 2021, that has covered around 85,000 km. It currently gives me around 7-8 kpl in city driving, so increasing fuel costs have made me consider switching to a CNG car. I also no longer require the Ertiga's third-row seats, as my son and daughter are now in college, so a five-seater would be sufficient for my needs. I am interested in the CNG and AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and believe an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving and traffic much less tiring. Currently, I am considering Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi CNG and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG. The Punch Adventure S CNG AMT is currently my preferred choice because it seems to offer a good balance of features, practicality and running costs. At its price, I also get more features, a CNG + AMT combination and what appears to be a very strong safety package. I was also considering the Brezza ZXi and VXi CNG, particularly for their larger size and Maruti's reputation for reliability. However, the lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced tyre punctures several times. My budget is a maximum of Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an electric car under Rs. 14 lakh would be suitable for me, as I would prefer to avoid range anxiety at this point. Based on your road tests and experience, which of these cars would you recommend? Is the Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I seriously consider one of the other options? Also, is there another car I may have overlooked?

•2w

Hello, Autocar India Team. I am a first-time car buyer with a budget of Rs 6-12 lakh. I am looking for a petrol automatic hatchback or micro SUV. I am a new driver, so I want something that is easy to drive and fuel-efficient. I have shortlisted the Tata Altroz DCA/AMT, Tata Punch AMT, Tata Tiago AMT, Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT, Maruti Suzuki Baleno AMT, Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor AMT and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios AMT. I am confused between these options. Which one would you recommend for my requirements?

•3w

Hi, I am planning to buy a car that offers good reliability, fuel efficiency and space, as it will be used as a family car in semi-urban areas and occasionally in rural areas. Considering my budget, I am confused between the Maruti Suzuki Baleno Sigma, Brezza LXI Turbo Manual, Hyundai Venue HX2 Kappa petrol manual and Tata Altroz Pure diesel manual. Which one would be the best choice?

•8w

Beleno vs fronx vs altroz suggest one good automatic transmission car