Tata Altroz vs Toyota Glanza (2026)
Tata Altroz (₹6.89 Lakh – ₹11.49 Lakh) and Toyota Glanza (₹7.00 Lakh – ₹10.00 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 ₹0.11 Lakh of each other).
- The Toyota Glanza is more efficient on paper — up to 30.6 kmpl vs 26.2 kmpl.
- Only the Tata Altroz has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Tata Altroz has the bigger boot: 345 litres vs 318 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Tata Altroz | Toyota Glanza |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.89 Lakh – ₹11.49 Lakh | ₹7.00 Lakh – ₹10.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L iCNG | 1.2L four-cylinder petrol (DualJet) |
| Max power | 89 bhp | 89 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, DCT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 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 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 345 L | 318 L |
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 →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 Glanzaprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Altroz or Glanza?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.11 Lakh of each other). (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Altroz vs Glanza — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Tata Altroz — 5 stars; Toyota Glanza — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Altroz or the Glanza?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.11 Lakh of each other). The Toyota Glanza is more efficient on paper — up to 30.6 kmpl vs 26.2 kmpl. Only the Tata Altroz 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.