Tata Motors has unveiled the Altroz facelift 2025 , and it’s a mixed bag of sharper styling, incremental upgrades, and some surprising omissions. Positioned in the premium hatchback segment, the Altroz takes on rivals like the Hyundai i20, Maruti Suzuki Baleno, and Toyota Glanza. But does the refreshed model offer enough to maintain its competitive edge in 2025?
What’s New in the 2025 Altroz?
The facelift leans more on cosmetic tweaks than a full overhaul. The exterior gets a sleeker front grille, redesigned LED DRLs, and a new alloy wheel design that lends the Altroz a sportier and more upscale appearance. The rear receives minor enhancements, keeping the signature Altroz silhouette intact.
Inside, Tata has freshened things up with a larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen (in the top trims), a new 7-inch digital driver’s display, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. While these updates align it with current tech expectations, some buyers might feel shortchanged on the lack of a few segment-first features.
Pros
- Improved infotainment and digital cockpit
- Sharp, distinctive design now looks even better
- Solid 5-star Global NCAP safety rating
- Balanced ride and handling dynamics
Cons
- No sunroof even in top variants
- No turbo-petrol or automatic for new variants
- Cabin still misses premium touches like soft-touch materials
- Limited engine options compared to rivals
Engine & Performance
| Variant Type | Engine | Transmission | Mileage (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2L Revotron NA | Manual / AMT | 19–20.5 km/l |
| Diesel | 1.5L Revotorq (Limited) | Manual | 23–24 km/l |
| CNG (Altroz iCNG) | 1.2L Bi-fuel | Manual | 26.2 km/kg |
There’s no turbo-petrol or dual-clutch transmission (DCT) this time, which is a surprising miss considering rivals like the i20 offer sportier and more versatile options. However, Tata continues to score on fuel efficiency and ride quality.
Price Range (Ex-showroom)
- Petrol variants: ₹6.64 – ₹9.99 lakh
- CNG variants: ₹7.89 – ₹9.78 lakh
Still competitively priced, the Altroz undercuts some rivals, especially in CNG variants, making it a solid value play for city commuters.
How Does It Compare?
| Model | Turbo Option | Auto Gearbox | Sunroof | Safety Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altroz 2025 | no | AMT (Petrol) | no | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Hyundai i20 | yes | CVT / DCT | yes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Baleno | no | AMT / CVT | yes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Glanza | no | CVT | yes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
While the Altroz stands tall on safety and design, it now lags in convenience and feature richness—key factors in this highly competitive segment.
Final Verdict
The Tata Altroz Facelift 2025 is a smartly updated car that retains its core strengths—safety, design, and fuel efficiency. But the lack of key updates like a turbo-petrol, sunroof, or true automatic variants might sway premium buyers toward feature-loaded competitors like the Hyundai i20.
Ideal For: Safety-conscious city drivers looking for a solid, efficient hatchback with a bold design.
Skip If: You want cutting-edge tech, powertrain flexibility, or premium creature comforts.
