Hyundai i20 vs Tata Altroz vs Toyota Glanza (2026)
The classic premium hatchback shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai i20 if you want the most power (118 bhp).
- Pick the Tata Altroz if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.89 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (345 L).
- Pick the Toyota Glanza if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 30.6 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai i20 | Tata Altroz | Toyota Glanza |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.04 Lakh – ₹11.25 Lakh | ₹6.89 Lakh – ₹11.49 Lakh | ₹7.00 Lakh – ₹10.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L Kappa petrol; 1.0L turbo-petrol (N Line) | 1.2L petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L iCNG | 1.2L four-cylinder petrol (DualJet) |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 89 bhp | 89 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT, DCT | Manual, AMT, DCT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 19–20 kmpl | 19.33 kmpl (petrol), 23.64 kmpl (diesel), 26.2 km/kg (CNG) | 22.3-22.9 km/l petrol, 30.6 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 3 stars | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 311 L | 345 L | 318 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 i20 prices & 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 Altroz prices & variants →Toyota Glanza in short
The Toyota Glanza is the badge-engineered sibling of the Maruti Baleno, pairing the same frugal 1.2 DualJet petrol with Toyota's longer standard warranty and service network. It fights the Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz in the premium hatchback space with six standard airbags and a factory-fitted CNG option. For buyers wanting Baleno practicality with Toyota ownership peace of mind, it is a straightforward pick.
Full Glanza prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
i20 vs Altroz vs Glanza — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai i20 if you want the most power (118 bhp). Pick the Tata Altroz if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.89 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (345 L). Pick the Toyota Glanza if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 30.6 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among i20, Altroz, Glanza?
The Tata Altroz starts lowest at ₹6.89 Lakh, against ₹7.00 Lakh for the Glanza and ₹7.04 Lakh for the i20 (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai i20: 3 stars; Tata Altroz: 5 stars; Toyota Glanza: not yet NCAP-tested.