Maruti Suzuki Dzire vs Tata Aeris (2026)
Maruti Suzuki Dzire (₹6.31 Lakh – ₹9.54 Lakh) and Tata Aeris (₹5.29 Lakh – ₹9.19 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact sedan space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Tata Aeris is more affordable — it starts ₹1.02 Lakh lower than the Maruti Suzuki Dzire.
- The Tata Aeris is the more powerful car, with 85 bhp against 81 bhp.
- Only the Maruti Suzuki Dzire has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Tata Aeris has the bigger boot: 419 litres vs 382 litres.
Specification Comparison
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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 Aeris in short
The Tata Aeris, launched on 25 September 2026, is the facelifted and renamed Tigor, Tata's notchback compact sedan. It keeps the 1.2-litre petrol and twin-cylinder CNG engines but adds six airbags as standard, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, a built-in dashcam and ventilated front seats, on a new Smart / Pure / Pure+ / Creative / Accomplished ladder. It takes on the Maruti Dzire and Hyundai Aura from Rs 5.29 lakh.
Full Aeris prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Dzire or Aeris?
The Tata Aeris is more affordable — it starts ₹1.02 Lakh lower than the Maruti Suzuki Dzire. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Dzire vs Aeris — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Maruti Suzuki Dzire — 5 stars; Tata Aeris — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Dzire or the Aeris?
The Tata Aeris is more affordable — it starts ₹1.02 Lakh lower than the Maruti Suzuki Dzire. The Tata Aeris is the more powerful car, with 85 bhp against 81 bhp. Only the Maruti Suzuki Dzire has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars). Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.