Honda Amaze vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire vs Tata Tigor (2026)
The classic compact sedan shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Honda Amaze if you want the most power (89 bhp).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Dzire if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 33.73 kmpl), the best crash-test score (5 stars).
- Pick the Tata Tigor if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.00 Lakh), the biggest boot (419 L).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Honda Amaze | Maruti Suzuki Dzire | Tata Tigor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.10 Lakh – ₹11.20 Lakh | ₹6.31 Lakh – ₹9.41 Lakh | ₹6.00 Lakh – ₹9.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L i-VTEC petrol | 1.2L Z12E 3-cylinder NA Petrol / CNG | 1.2L Revotron 3-cylinder petrol / iCNG |
| Max power | 89 bhp | 81 bhp | 85 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 18–19 kmpl | 24.79–25.71 kmpl (petrol), 33.73 km/kg (CNG) | 19.28 kmpl (petrol), 26.49 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| Boot space | 416 L | 382 L | 419 L |
Honda Amaze in short
The third-generation Amaze, launched in December 2024, is Honda's compact sedan against the Maruti Dzire, Hyundai Aura and Tata Tigor. It brings City-inspired styling, Honda Sensing ADAS — a segment first — and the smooth 1.2 i-VTEC with a proper CVT rather than an AMT. Refinement and a mature drive remain its calling cards over budget rivals.
Full Amaze prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Dzire in short
The fourth-generation Dzire, launched in late 2024, is India's best-selling compact sedan and the first Maruti to score a full 5 stars in Global NCAP crash tests. Based on the new Swift but with distinct sedan styling, it battles the Hyundai Aura, Tata Tigor and Honda Amaze. It pairs the frugal 1.2L Z12E engine with a spacious cabin and 382-litre boot.
Full Dzire prices & variants →Tata Tigor in short
The Tigor is the notchback sedan derivative of the Tiago and India's most affordable proper three-box car. It takes on the Maruti Dzire and Hyundai Aura with a 4-star Global NCAP rating and a generous 419-litre boot. The iCNG variant with AMT is a unique offering, aimed squarely at fleet and mileage-focused private buyers.
Full Tigor prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Amaze vs Dzire vs Tigor — which should I buy?
Pick the Honda Amaze if you want the most power (89 bhp). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Dzire if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 33.73 kmpl), the best crash-test score (5 stars). Pick the Tata Tigor if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.00 Lakh), the biggest boot (419 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Amaze, Dzire, Tigor?
The Tata Tigor starts lowest at ₹6.00 Lakh, against ₹6.31 Lakh for the Dzire and ₹8.10 Lakh for the Amaze (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Honda Amaze: not yet NCAP-tested; Maruti Suzuki Dzire: 5 stars; Tata Tigor: 4 stars.