2026 Tata Tigor Facelift Design Patented: Here Are The Changes And Updates To Expect
The facelifted Tigor appear to share the same design philosophy as the new Tiago, with slim lighting signatures and a more contemporary styling
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Tata Motors has filed a design patent for the upcoming Tata Tigor Facelift. The design suggests that the sub-compact sedan is up for a complete refresh, just like its siblings - the newly facelifted Tiago twins. It looks much more modern and could also bring plenty of notable feature updates, albeit with the same engine options under its hood. Here’s everything you need to know about the Tigor facelift’s design and other things to expect out of it:
2026 Tata Tigor Facelift: What To Expect?
This patent image reveals much more than a routine facelift. The influence of the recently updated Tiago on its design language is clearly visible. The most noticeable change is the cleaner and wider-looking nose. This treatment gives the sedan a sharper and more contemporary identity. Tata has also redesigned the bumper with a wider lower air intake and reworked airdams
From the side, the Tigor facelift’s silhouette looks sleeker. The patent image does reveal a new alloy wheel design, which will be the most notable addition to its profile.
The rear of the Tigor facelift will also carry an updated look, like the Tiago. It will likely feature wraparound taillamps connected by a faux trim, giving it that trendy connected lighting look.
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Tata is also expected to introduce new exterior paint options for the facelifted Tigor, featuring the brand's latest colour-naming strategy. It could share a few shades with the Tiago as well, which you can view here.
Expected Features & Safety
Inside the cabin, the facelifted Tigor is expected to sport a new interior theme along with a tweaked dashboard layout. Feature-wise, one can expect updates like a larger touchscreen infotainment system and a fully digital instrument cluster - both equipped as freestanding units as seen in the new Tiago. It is also likely to get a wireless phone charger.
*Image of current Tata Tigor for representation
Other existing features like auto AC, cruise control, push-button start/stop, electrically adjustable ORVMs, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay will be retained.
In safety, the new Tigor is expected to get six airbags as standard, alongside a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold control, ABS with EBD, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), rain-sensing wipers, rear parking sensors, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages.
Expected Powertrain
The Tata Tigor is expected to retain its powertrain configuration, which it shares with the Tiago. Here are the detailed specifications:
| Engine |
1.2-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol |
1.2-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol + CNG |
| Transmission |
5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
| Power |
86 PS |
76 PS |
| Torque |
113 Nm |
97 Nm |
AMT- automated manual transmission
Expected Price & Rivals
The Tata Tigor’s existing version is priced from Rs 5.55 lakh to Rs 8.84 lakh (ex-showroom), but given the changes, you can expect the facelifted version to start from Rs 6 lakh (ex-showroom)
The Tata Tigor will continue its rivalry with the Maruti Dzire, Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze.
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