Tata Tiago vs Maruti Suzuki Swift

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Tata Tiago

Tata Tiago

Creative CNG AMT

8.55 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Swift

Maruti Suzuki Swift

1.2 Petrol ZXI+ AMT

8.69 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Displacement

1199 cc
1197 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

CNG
Petrol

Gearbox Type

AMT
AMT

Number of Gears

5
5

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

75.5 hp at 6000 rpm
81.58hp at 5700rpm

Max Engine Torque

96.5 Nm at 3500 rpm
111.7Nm at 4300rpm

Max Engine Power on CNG

N/A
–

Max Engine Torque on CNG

N/A
–

Engine Type

–
N/A

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
–

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

35 litres
37 litres

CNG/LPG Tank Capacity

60 Kg
–

Official Fuel Economy

–
25.75 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
12.7 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
19.1 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
15.9 kmpl

User Reported Mileage

–
23.32 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent Lower Wishbone, McPherson (Dual Path) Strut Type
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Twist Beam on Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

4.9 m
4.8 m

Front Brakes

Disc
Discs

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drums

Wheel Size

15 inches
15 inches

Front Tyre Size

175/60 R15
185/65 R15

Rear Tyre Size

175/60 R15
185/65 R15

Wheels

Steel rims with wheel covers
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3813 mm
3860 mm

Width

1684 mm
1735 mm

Height

1535 mm
1520 mm

Wheelbase

2400 mm
2450 mm

Ground Clearance

168 mm
163 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
925 kg

Boot Capacity

–
265 litres

Comfort

Cruise Control

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Bottle Holder in Doors

Cabin Boot Access

Launch Control

Keyless Entry

Interior Lamps

12 Volt Port

–

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

Cooled Storage

–

Heated ORVM

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

12 Volt Port Boot

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

Glove Box

–

Front Seatback Pockets

Dead Pedal

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Door Pockets

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Driver Armrest Storage

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Electric Tailgate Release

Driving Modes

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

Sunroof

Ambient Lighting

Sunglass Holder

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

Roof Grab Handles

Remote Locking

Auto Parking

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Power Outlet

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear AC Vents

Push Button Start

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

Cup Holders

–

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Safety

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Dashcam

Day Night Interior Mirror

Manual
Manual

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Electronic Stability Control

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor
–

Seat Belt Warning

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only

Airbags

6
6

Side Airbag

Anti Theft Alarm

Traffic Sign Recognition

Traction Control

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Speed Assist System

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Door Ajar Warning

Driver Airbag

Driver Attention Warning

–

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Curtain Airbag

Passenger Airbag

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Overspeed Warning

Child Safety Lock

Electronic Parking Brake

Brake Assist (BA)

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Fade Support

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Central Locking

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Hill Descent Control

Video Recording

–

Heads Up Display

Rear Defogger

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Adaptive Cruise Control

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Blind Spot Monitor

High Beam Assist

Hill Start Assist

Clutch Lock

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Manual

Exterior

Scuff Plates

–

LED DRLs

Rub Strips

Cornering Headlights

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Cornering Foglamps

–

Puddle Lamps

Projector Headlamps

Body Coloured Bumpers

Connected LED

–

Illuminated Logo

–

ORVM turn indicators

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

LED taillights

LED headlamps

LED fog lamps

Sequential Turn Indicators

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Antenna

Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Spoiler

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Interior

Tachometer

Digital
Analog

Trip Meter

Shift Indicator

Gear Indicator

Average Speed

Average Fuel Consumption

Speedometer

Digital
Analog

Low Fuel Level Warning

Head-up Display

Instantaneous Consumption

Distance to Empty

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Driver's Seat Memory

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Ventilated Seats

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Adjustable Front Headrests

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Massage Seats

Individual Chairs at Rear

Ottoman Seats

–

Heated Seats

Rear Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Premium-fabric
Fabric

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Front Seat Armrest

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Entertainment

Video Player

Voice Commands

USB Input

Branded Music System

–

Web Browser

MirrorLink

Touchpad

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Wireless Phone Charging

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Steering Phone Controls

Rear Entertainment Screens

Steering Audio Controls

AUX Input

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Audio System

Speakers

4
6

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
Phone-based

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
–

CD Player

Gesture Controls

Inbuilt Music App

–

Front Passenger Screen

–

Display

10.25 -inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen

Connected Car Features

In Car Payment

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Emergency Call Button

Phone App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

Low Battery Warning

–

Location Based Services

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Summon Mode

–

SOS Button

–

Smart Drive Information

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Service Reminder Via App

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Driving Analytics

App Details

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

Alexa Compatibility

Tow Away Alert

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Find My Car

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Geo Fence

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•5d

I am a first-time car owner, and my budget is around Rs 7 lakh. My monthly running is about 500km, mostly on highways, and I also plan to do a trip of around 1,000km every six months. I am planning to buy the car for family use. Please suggest which is best. I am confused between the Tiago Pure Plus, Dzire LXi, Baleno Sigma, Exter HX3, Swift LXi, and Grand i10 Nios Magna.

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•1d

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno Sigma. With a budget of around Rs 7 lakh and your usage pattern and family focus, the Baleno strikes the best balance. It is a proven, reliable and efficient hatchback with a comfortable ride and low running costs, making it ideal for your 500km monthly running and occasional 1,000km highway trips. The Baleno is also more spacious than the other cars on your shortlist, has a well-sorted suspension, and Maruti's extensive service network is a big advantage for a first-time owner. The Dzire LXi is a good alternative if you specifically want a sedan car, but the Baleno's passenger compartment is roomier, and it offers better value overall.The Tata Tiago is a solid option too, but the Baleno's stronger ownership experience and wider service reach give it the edge. The Hyundai Exter and Grand i10 Nios are good choices as well, but they are smaller than the Baleno. Overall, the Baleno is the best fit for your needs.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Baleno
VehicleTata Tiago
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•2w

Hi everyone, I am a first-time lady driver looking for a safe, reliable, and easy-to-drive automatic hatchback primarily for heavy city traffic. I am confused between going electric with the Tata Tiago EV (I have a dedicated home charging spot) or choosing a traditional petrol automatic like the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios (AMT) or Maruti Suzuki Swift (AMT). For a complete beginner, does the Tiago EV make practical sense, or is a petrol AMT smoother and easier to live with as a first car? Please let me know which of these handles bumper-to-bumper traffic best, or if there is another model in this price range I should consider.

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•2w

Go for the Tata Tiago EV. As a first-time driver with a dedicated home charging spot and heavy city traffic, it is the most sensible hatchback car. The Tiago EV is extremely easy to drive, with smooth, linear acceleration and no gear changes to worry about, which makes stop-start traffic far less stressful. It is also quiet, refined and very cheap to run compared to petrol cars. The range is more than adequate for daily city use, and with home charging, you will never have to worry about fuel stations.The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT are both reliable and easy to drive, but their AMT gearboxes can feel jerky at low speeds, especially in bumper-to-bumper traffic. The Tiago EV, by comparison, is seamless and far more relaxing to drive in the city. The only real drawback is that long highway trips require more planning, but for your usage pattern, that is not a major concern.If you are open to a slightly higher budget, the Tata Punch EV is also worth considering as it offers a higher seating position and better visibility, which can be reassuring for a new driver. Overall, the Tiago EV is the best fit for your needs.

VehicleTata Tiago EV
VehicleTata Punch EV
VehicleHyundai Grand i10 Nios
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Swift
•9w

I am a first-time car buyer with a budget of Rs. 12 lakh. I would appreciate one suggestion each for an EV and an ICE vehicle, with different cars and not variants. My requirements are that the car should have an automatic transmission, a rear camera with parking guidelines, and should comfortably seat a family of four. It will be used primarily for city commutes, generally under 30 kilometers, and should have good air conditioning. I am absolutely flexible regarding rear AC vents and a blind spot monitor, as these are not necessary features. My EV options include the Tata Tiago EV 2026 facelift and the Tata Punch EV. My ICE options include the Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai i10, and Suzuki Swift. Please prioritize the EV option.

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•8w

Among the electric options, shortlist the Tata Punch EV. As an automatic, any EV will be far smoother than any comparable ICE vehicle. In the mid variants you get a rear camera with guidelines. And being a high-riding car, getting in and out is easy. The Punch EV is also comfy to seat four. From the ICE options, choose the Maruti Baleno AMT. It has the roomiest back seat, so space for four adults is better (than even the Punch EV), and its ride comfort is also nicer than the Swift or i10. Higher trims add the rear camera with guidelines, so just pick the one that fits your budget. Keep in mind that while the AMT gets you the convenience of an automatic, it will not feel as smooth or seamless as the EV.In summary, if you can arrange for home charging, pick the Punch EV. Else, the Baleno AMT is a good buy.

VehicleTata Punch EV
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