Tata Altroz Gets A More Affordable, Sunroof-equipped Variant

The new lower-spec variants gain some features from the next-in-line XM+ trim

• New XM and XM (S) variants introduced, priced at Rs 6.9 lakh and Rs 7.35 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. 

• It adds wheel covers, height-adjustable driver’s seat, auto-fold ORVMS, and steering-mounted controls over the XE+. 

• The XM (S) is now the entry-level variant with sunroof, undercutting the XM+ (S) by Rs 55,000. 

• New features added even on the XE, XM+, and XT variants. 

• The XM trim is available with an 88PS 1.2-litre petrol engine and manual transmission. 

• The Altroz ranges from Rs 6.60 lakh to Rs 10.74 lakh (ex-showroom). 

The Tata Altroz now gets two new affordable variants - XM and XM(S) - expanding its accessibility and appeal. The XM variant was available at the time of launch. The new variants slotted between the XE+ and XM+ trims. 

Variant-wise Prices

The XM variant commands Rs 10,000 over the XE+ variant and undercuts the XM+ by Rs 55,000. Similarly, the XM (S) variant is priced at Rs 55,000 less than the XM+ (S). 

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What Features Does It Get?

The XM variant adds 16-inch wheels with full cover, height-adjustable driver’s seat, electrically adjustable and auto-fold ORVMs, and steering-mounted audio controls over the XE+ variant. A 9-inch touchscreen system is optional with both the variants, and we believe it only supports Bluetooth connectivity. A sunroof is available with the XM (S) variant, which commands Rs 45,000 over the XM. 

The XM trims also feature dual front airbags, rear parking sensors, multi-drive modes, remote keyless entry, rear power windows, and front USB charging. 

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Other Variants Rejigged Too!

Aside from the new variants, Tata has also updated the feature list of a few other lower variants of the Altroz hatchback. The base-spec XE variant now gets rear power windows and remote keyless entry with follow-me-home lamps. 

The XM+ variant gets the same black and grey interior as seen on the top-end variant. It now features rear parking camera, driver seat height adjustment (offered from the new XM variant onwards), and cruise control. The XT variant is now equipped with 16-inch hyperstyle wheels, and rear defogger. 

The new XM and XM(S) variants are only available with the Altroz’s 1.2-litre petrol engine, which is good for 88PS and 115Nm. They get a manual transmission only, while the dual clutch automatic can be opted from the next-in-line XM+ variant.

The prices for the Tata Altroz range from Rs 6.60 lakh to Rs 10.74 lakh (all prices ex-showroom). It rivals the Hyundai i20, Maruti Suzuki Baleno and Toyota Glanza.

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