Tata Indica eV2 vs Maruti Alto

Indica eV2 Vs Alto

Key HighlightsTata Indica eV2Maruti Alto
On Road PriceRs.4,54,373*Rs.4,98,656*
Mileage (city)13.42 kmpl-
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)1193796
TransmissionManualManual
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Tata Indica eV2 vs Maruti Alto Comparison

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    • Brand / Model
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        Tata Indica eV2
        Tata Indica eV2
        Rs4.10 Lakh*
        Estimated Price
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        • Brand / Model
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            Maruti Alto
            Maruti Alto
            Rs4.57 Lakh*
            *Ex-showroom Price
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
          Rs.4,54,373*
          Rs.4,98,656*
          Finance Available (EMI)No
          Rs.9,489/month
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          Insurance
          User Rating
          3.9
          Based on 57 Reviews
          4.3
          Based on 657 Reviews
          Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
          -
          Rs.3,387
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          Engine & Transmission
          Engine Type
          Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines
          1.2-litre Petrol Engine
          F8D
          Displacement (cc)
          The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)
          1193
          796
          No. of Cylinders
          ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.
          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
          Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.
          64.4bhp@5000rpm
          47.33bhp@6000rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
          The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better.
          99.8Nm@2700rpm
          69Nm@3500rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
          Valves let air and fuel into the cylinders of a combustion engine. More valves typically make more power and are more efficient.
          2
          4
          Fuel Supply System
          Responsible for delivering fuel from the fuel tank into your internal combustion engine (ICE). More sophisticated systems give you better mileage.
          MPFI
          -
          Turbo Charger
          A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Turbochargers utilise exhaust gas energy to make more power.
          No
          -
          Super Charger
          A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Superchargers utilise engine power to make more power.
          No
          -
          Transmission Type
          Manual
          Manual
          Gear Box
          5 Speed
          5-Speed
          Drive Type
          FWD
          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
          Petrol
          Petrol
          Mileage City (kmpl)
          13.42
          -
          Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
          16.84
          22.05
          Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
          37
          35
          Emission Norm Compliance
          BSIV
          BS VI 2.0
          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
          Independent , Wishbone Type Mcpherson Strut , Antiroll Bar
          Mac Pherson Strut
          Rear Suspension
          Independent, Semi Trailing Arm With Coil Spring Mounted On Hyd Shock Absorbers
          3-Link Rigid Axle Suspension
          Steering Type
          Power
          -
          Steering Column
          Collapsible
          Collapsible
          Steering Gear Type
          Rack & Pinion
          -
          Turning Radius (Metres)
          4.9meters
          4.6
          Front Brake Type
          Disc
          Disc
          Rear Brake Type
          Drum
          Drum
          Tyre Size
          155/80 R13
          145/80 R12
          Tyre Type
          Tubeless,Radial
          Tubeless Tyres
          Wheel Size (Inch)
          -
          12
          Alloy Wheel Size
          13
          -
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
          The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.
          3690
          3445
          Width (mm)
          The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors
          1665
          1515
          Height (mm)
          The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces
          1485
          1475
          Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
          The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.
          165
          -
          Wheel Base (mm)
          Distance from the centre of the front wheel to the centre of the rear wheel. A longer wheelbase is better for stability and also allows more passenger space on the inside.
          2400
          2360
          Front Tread (mm)
          The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a four-wheeler's front wheels. Also known as front track. The relation between the front and rear tread/track numbers decides a cars stability.
          -
          1295
          Rear Tread (mm)
          The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a fourwheeler's rear wheels. Also known as Rear Track. The relation between the front and rear Tread/Track numbers dictates a cars stability
          -
          1290
          Kerb Weight (kg)
          It is the weight of just a car, including fluids such as engine oil, coolant and brake fluid, combined with a fuel tank that is filled to 90 percent capacity.
          980
          762
          Grossweight (kg)
          The gross weight of a car is the maximum weight that a car can carry which includes the weight of the car itself, the weight of the passengers, and the weight of any cargo that is being carried. Overloading a car is unsafe as it effects handling and could also damage components like the suspension.
          -
          1185
          Seating Capacity
          5
          5
          No. of Doors
          4
          5
          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
          Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.
          YesYes
          Power Windows FrontYesYes
          Power Windows RearYes
          -
          Automatic Climate ControlNo
          -
          Air Quality Control
          Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.
          No
          -
          Remote Trunk Opener
          Some cars have buttons on the key to unlock only the trunk/boot of the car without unlocking any of the doors.
          Yes
          -
          Remote Fuel Lid OpenerYes
          -
          Low Fuel Warning LightYes
          -
          Accessory Power Outlet
          12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.
          YesYes
          Trunk Light
          Lighting for the boot area. It usually turns on automatically when the boot is opened.
          No
          -
          Vanity Mirror
          A mirror, usually located behind the passenger sun shade, used to check one's appearance. More expensive cars will have these on the driver's side and some cars even have this feature for rear seat passengers too.
          No
          -
          Rear Reading LampNo
          -
          Rear Seat HeadrestNo
          -
          Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
          A foldable armrest for the rear passengers, usually in the middle, which also comprises cup holders or other small storage spaces. When not in use, it can be folded back into the seat, so that an additional occupant can be seated.
          No
          -
          Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
          A type of seat belt on which the height can be adjusted, to help improve comfort.
          No
          -
          Cup Holders Front
          Storage spaces that are specifically designed to hold cups or beverage cans. Sometimes these can be cooled and heated too.
          NoYes
          Cup Holders RearNo
          -
          Rear AC Vents
          Dedicated AC vents for the rear passengers, usually located between the front seats. Helps cool the rear compartment, while offering passengers the option to control the flow. Some rear AC vents allow for fan speed control.
          No
          -
          Heated Seats FrontNo
          -
          Heated Seats RearNo
          -
          Seat Lumbar SupportYes
          -
          Multifunction Steering Wheel
          A steering wheel that has many buttons to control various functions of the infotainment system and key car functions like cruise control. This allows the driver to manage these functions without taking their hands off the steering wheel.
          No
          -
          Cruise ControlNo
          -
          Parking Sensors
          Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking.
          No
          Rear
          Navigation SystemNo
          -
          Foldable Rear Seat
          Rear seats that can be folded down to create additional storage space.
          Yes
          -
          Smart Access Card Entry
          Allows you to lock/unlock the car by simply carrying the smart key with you, without using the buttons on a key.
          No
          -
          Engine Start Stop ButtonNo
          -
          Bottle Holder
          -
          Front & Rear Door
          USB Charger
          -
          Front
          Luggage Hook And Net
          -
          Yes
          Additional Features
          -
          Remote Keyless Entry,Rear Parcel Tray,Assist Grips (Co - Dr. + Rear),Digital Clock (In Speedometer Display,Sun Visor(Dr.+Co Dr),RR Seat Head Rest - Integrated Type,Remote Fuel Lid Opener,Front Door Trim Map Pocket (Dr.),Front Door Trim Map Pocket (Passenger),Front & Rear Console Bottle Holder
          Air ConditionerYesYes
          HeaterYesYes
          Adjustable SteeringNo
          -
          KeyLess EntryNoYes
          Interior
          Tachometer
          A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.
          No
          -
          Electronic Multi Tripmeter
          Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.
          No
          -
          Leather SeatsNo
          -
          Fabric UpholsteryYes
          -
          Leather Steering WheelYes
          -
          Glove Compartment
          It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others.
          YesYes
          Digital Clock
          Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format.
          Yes
          -
          Outside Temperature DisplayNo
          -
          Cigarette LighterNo
          -
          Digital Odometer
          A meter that keeps track of the total kilometres a vehicle has travelled. This cannot be reset by an owner and serves as a record for tracking service intervals and waranty validity, and also is important when selling the vehicle.
          No
          -
          Dual Tone Dashboard
          When the dashboard has two colours of trim it's called a dual tone dashboard.
          -
          Yes
          Additional Features
          -
          Dual-Tone interiors,B & C Pillar Upper Trims,C Pillar Lower Trim (Molded,Seat Upholstery(Fabric+Vinyl),Silver Accent Inside Door Handles,Silver Accent on Steering Wheel,Silver Accent on Louvers,Silver Accent on Center Garnish
          Upholstery
          -
          Fabric
          Exterior
          Available Colors-Uptown RedSilky SilverGranite GreySolid WhiteAlto 800 Colors
          Body Type
          Adjustable HeadlightsNoYes
          Fog Lights Front
          Front fog lights are lights placed near the lower half of a car's front bumper. They are designed to improve visibility in bad weather conditions such as fog or heavy rains.
          Yes
          -
          Fog Lights Rear
          Rear fog lights are lights placed near the lower half of a car's rear bumper. Unlike front fog lights, rear fog lights are designed to ensure cars driving behind you can see you better in bad weather conditions such as fog or heavy rains.
          Yes
          -
          Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
          Power-adjustable exterior rear view mirror is a type of outside rear view mirror that can be adjusted electrically by the driver using a switch or buttons.
          YesYes
          Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
          Manually adjustable exterior rear view mirrors refer to stick-like controls inside the car that are used to adjust the angle of the exterior rear view mirrors.
          YesNo
          Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
          A vehicle's rear-view mirrors that can open and close at the touch of a button.
          No
          -
          Rain Sensing Wiper
          It refers to a water/moisture sensor that automatically starts the wiper when it rains or water is splashed onto the car's windshield. It is a feature that aids both convenience and safety.
          No
          -
          Rear Window Wiper
          It is a single wiper used to clear the rear windshield of dust and water. It can be used by itself or with a washer that sprays water.
          No
          -
          Rear Window Washer
          It is the sprayer/water dispenser located near the rear windshield that works with the rear wiper to clean the glass.
          No
          -
          Rear Window Defogger
          Rear window defoggers use heat to increase the temperature of the rear windshield to clear any fogging up of the glass caused by weather conditions.
          No
          -
          Wheel CoversNoYes
          Alloy Wheels
          Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle.
          Yes
          -
          Power AntennaNo
          -
          Tinted Glass
          Tinted glass refers to a coating or film applied to a car's glass area that either reflects heat from entering the cabin or improves privacy for those inside the car by reducing visibility from outside, or both.
          No
          -
          Rear Spoiler
          Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks.
          Yes
          -
          Removable Or Convertible Top
          A roof made of a lightweight material or canvas/fabric that can be removed to make the vehicle an open top.
          No
          -
          Roof CarrierNo
          -
          Sun Roof
          A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear.
          No
          -
          Moon RoofNo
          -
          Side Stepper
          Side steppers are a convenience feature, usually offered in vehicles with high floors, to make it easier to step into or out of the car. They are either pemanently fixed near the side of the vehicle or deploy electrically. The latter is usually only with luxury cars.
          No
          -
          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
          An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic.
          No
          -
          Integrated AntennaYes
          -
          Halogen Headlamps
          -
          Yes
          Additional Features
          -
          Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Wheel Covers(Full),Body Side Molding
          Boot Opening
          -
          Electronic
          Tyre Size
          155/80 R13
          145/80 R12
          Tyre Type
          Tubeless,Radial
          Tubeless Tyres
          Wheel Size (Inch)
          -
          12
          Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
          13
          -
          Safety
          Anti Lock Braking System
          A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.
          NoYes
          Brake AssistNo
          -
          Central LockingYesYes
          Power Door Locks
          A system that allows the driver to lock and unlock all car doors with the push of a button.
          No
          -
          Child Safety Locks
          Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.
          YesYes
          Anti Theft Alarm
          An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.
          No
          -
          No. of Airbags
          -
          2
          Driver Airbag
          An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury
          NoYes
          Passenger AirbagNoYes
          Side Airbag FrontNo
          -
          Side Airbag RearNo
          -
          Day Night Rear View Mirror
          A rearview mirror that can be adjusted to reduce glare from headlights behind the vehicle at night.
          No
          -
          Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
          The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side.
          Yes
          -
          Xenon HeadlampsNo
          -
          Halogen HeadlampsYes
          -
          Rear Seat Belts
          Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car.
          Yes
          -
          Seat Belt Warning
          A warning buzzer that reminds passengers to buckle their seat belts.
          NoYes
          Door Ajar Warning
          A function that alerts the driver when any of the doors are open or not properly closed.
          No
          -
          Side Impact Beams
          Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a side collision.
          No
          -
          Front Impact Beams
          Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a front collision.
          No
          -
          Traction ControlNo
          -
          Adjustable Seats
          Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price.
          Yes
          -
          Tyre Pressure Monitor
          This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure.
          No
          -
          Vehicle Stability Control SystemNo
          -
          Engine Immobilizer
          A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine.
          NoYes
          Crash Sensor
          Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls.
          No
          -
          Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
          A fuel tank that is placed in the centre of the car instead of the rear
          Yes
          -
          Engine Check Warning
          A warning light that indicates potential issues with the car's engine.
          No
          -
          Advance Safety Features
          -
          RR Seat belt ELR Type,High-Mounted Stop Lamp,Front Wiper & Washer(2 Speed+Intermittent)
          Speed Alert
          -
          Yes
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
          -
          Yes
          Entertainment & Communication
          Cd PlayerYes
          -
          Cd ChangerNo
          -
          Dvd PlayerNo
          -
          RadioYesYes
          Audio System Remote ControlNo
          -
          Speakers FrontYesYes
          Speakers RearNo
          -
          Integrated 2DIN AudioYes
          -
          USB And Auxiliary InputYes
          -
          Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
          Touch Screen
          -
          Yes
          Touch Screen size (Inch)
          -
          7
          No. of Speakers
          -
          2
          Additional Features
          -
          Smartplay Dock,Front Speakers (2) with Speaker Grille
          Usb Ports
          -
          Yes
          Auxillary Input
          -
          Yes
          Rear Touch Screen Size
          -
          No
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          Pros and Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons

            Tata Indica eV2

            • Spacious cabin can accommodate five occupants. Good for those family dinner trips.
            • Fuel efficient diesel motor keeps the wallet happy. ARAI-certified efficiency = 25kmpl.
            • Comfortable low-speed ride quality. Cabin doesn’t get put off by an odd pothole.

            Maruti Alto

            • Passenger airbag optional on all variants.
            • Maruti’s wide sales and service network
            • Easy to drive with compact dimensions
            • Fuel efficient with a claimed 22.05 kmpl mileage

            Tata Indica eV2

            • Engine feels underpowered on the highway. Best used for intra-city commutes.
            • No ABS or Airbags on offer, even as an option.

            Maruti Alto

            • No automatic transmission option
            • Stripped out base variant
            • Not very spacious. Taller passengers will have difficulty sitting one behind the other.

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          • FAQ

          What is the tyre size of Tata Indica eV2?

          Tata Indica eV2 is available in 3 tyre sizes - 155/80 R13, 165/65 R13 and 165/65 R14.

          What are the specifications of the music system?

          Cd Player,Radio,Audio System Remote Control,Speakers Front,Integrated 2DIN Audio,USB & Auxiliary input,Bluetooth Connectivity.

          What is the kerb weight of the Tata Indica eV2?

          The kerb weight of Tata Indica eV2 is 1080kg.

          Does Tata Indica eV2 have automatic climate control?

          Tata Indica eV2 doesn't have automatic climate control.

          Does the Tata Indica eV2 have a sunroof?

          Tata Indica eV2 does not have a sunroof.
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