Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Tata Tiago (2026)
The classic hatchback shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Swift if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 32.85 kmpl), the biggest boot (265 L).
- Pick the Tata Tiago if you want the lowest starting price (₹5.00 Lakh), the most power (85 bhp), the best crash-test score (4 stars).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | Maruti Suzuki Swift | Tata Tiago |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹5.98 Lakh – ₹8.77 Lakh | ₹5.79 Lakh – ₹8.85 Lakh | ₹5.00 Lakh – ₹8.45 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L Kappa petrol / 1.2L bi-fuel CNG | 1.2L Z12E 3-cylinder NA Petrol / CNG | 1.2L Revotron 3-cylinder petrol / iCNG |
| Max power | 82 bhp | 81 bhp | 85 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20–27 kmpl | 24.8–25.75 kmpl (petrol), 32.85 km/kg (CNG) | 19.01-20.09 kmpl (petrol), 26.49 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 2 stars | Not tested | 4 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| Boot space | 260 L | 265 L | 242 L |
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios in short
The Grand i10 Nios is Hyundai's budget hatchback pitched against the Maruti Swift, WagonR and Tata Tiago. The 2023 facelift brought sharper styling, six airbags and more features, while the tried-and-tested 1.2-litre Kappa petrol keeps running costs low. A factory-fitted CNG option and the convenience of an AMT make it a practical first car for city buyers.
Full Grand i10 Nios prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Swift in short
The fourth-generation Swift, launched in 2024, swaps the old K12 four-cylinder for a new 1.2-litre three-cylinder Z12E engine focused on efficiency. It remains India's benchmark fun-to-drive budget hatchback, rivalling the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Tata Tiago while undercutting premium hatchbacks. Six airbags are now standard across the range.
Full Swift prices & variants →Tata Tiago in short
The Tiago is Tata's entry-level hatchback and one of the most affordable ways into a Global NCAP 4-star rated car in India. It rivals the Maruti Celerio, WagonR and Renault Kwid, offering a noticeably more solid build and a mature ride than most in its class. The iCNG version with twin-cylinder underbody tanks retains usable boot space, a rare trait in the segment.
Full Tiago prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Grand i10 Nios vs Swift vs Tiago — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Pick the Maruti Suzuki Swift if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 32.85 kmpl), the biggest boot (265 L). Pick the Tata Tiago if you want the lowest starting price (₹5.00 Lakh), the most power (85 bhp), the best crash-test score (4 stars). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Grand i10 Nios, Swift, Tiago?
The Tata Tiago starts lowest at ₹5.00 Lakh, against ₹5.79 Lakh for the Swift and ₹5.98 Lakh for the Grand i10 Nios (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios: 2 stars; Maruti Suzuki Swift: not yet NCAP-tested; Tata Tiago: 4 stars.