Hyundai i20 vs Tata Altroz (2026)
Hyundai i20 (₹7.04 Lakh – ₹11.25 Lakh) and Tata Altroz (₹6.89 Lakh – ₹11.49 Lakh) go head-to-head in the premium hatchback space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.15 Lakh of each other).
- The Hyundai i20 is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 89 bhp.
- The Tata Altroz is more efficient on paper — up to 26.2 kmpl vs 20 kmpl.
- The Tata Altroz has the better crash-test score: 5 stars vs 3.
- The Tata Altroz has the bigger boot: 345 litres vs 311 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai i20 | Tata Altroz |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.04 Lakh – ₹11.25 Lakh | ₹6.89 Lakh – ₹11.49 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L Kappa petrol; 1.0L turbo-petrol (N Line) | 1.2L petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L iCNG |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 89 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT, DCT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 19–20 kmpl | 19.33 kmpl (petrol), 23.64 kmpl (diesel), 26.2 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 3 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 311 L | 345 L |
Hyundai i20 in short
The i20 is Hyundai's premium hatchback flagship, taking on the Maruti Baleno, Toyota Glanza and Tata Altroz. It stands out for its European-inspired styling, a genuinely upmarket cabin with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and the sporty i20 N Line turbo-DCT for enthusiasts. The 2023 facelift sharpened the design and made six airbags standard on top trims.
Full i20prices & variants →Tata Altroz in short
The Altroz is Tata's premium hatchback built on the ALFA architecture and was the first made-in-India car to score a full 5 stars at Global NCAP. Refreshed in 2025 with flush door handles, a larger touchscreen and six airbags as standard, it fights the Maruti Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza. It is also the only car in its class to offer petrol, diesel and CNG powertrains under one roof.
Full Altrozprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: i20 or Altroz?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.15 Lakh of each other). (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
i20 vs Altroz — which is safer?
The Hyundai i20 scores 3 stars and the Tata Altroz scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the i20 or the Altroz?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.15 Lakh of each other). The Hyundai i20 is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 89 bhp. The Tata Altroz is more efficient on paper — up to 26.2 kmpl vs 20 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.