News & Top StoriesPrices for the Tata Altroz Racer start at Rs 9.49 lakh.
- The more aggressive version of the regular Altroz is called the Tata Altroz Racer
- Starting at Rs 9.49 lakh and going up to Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India)
- has a more potent 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine with a 6-speed MT that produces 120 PS and 170 Nm.
- features more aggressive design cues, such as a redesigned grille and dual-tip exhaust
- includes six airbags, a 10.25-inch infotainment system, and ventilated front seats.
- A blind spot monitor and a 360-degree camera are features of safety technology.
With starting costs of Rs 9.49 lakh (introductory ex-showroom pan-India), the Tata Altroz Racer has been introduced in the Indian market. This hatchback has a potent 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine that is available in three model versions. It now has improved safety systems and modernized features in addition to changed exterior design components.
Prices
The price range for the Tata Altroz Racer is Rs 9.49 lakh to Rs 10.99 lakh. The pricing according to variants is as follows:
| Variant | Prices |
| R1 | Rs 9.49 lakh |
| R2 | Rs 10.49 lakh |
| R3 | Rs 10.99 lakh |
Sportier exterior
The Tata Altroz Racer keeps the same overall shape as the standard Altroz but adds unique styling cues to give it a more aggressive appearance. These improvements come with black-coated alloy wheels, a dual-tip exhaust system, and a new grille. Its sporty look is further enhanced by two white stripes that extend from the hood to the back roof. Additionally, the vehicle has an “i-Turbo+” emblem on the tailgate and a “Racer” badge on the front fenders. Avenue White, Pure Grey, and Atomic Orange are the available color options for the Altroz Racer.
Improved Features and Interiors
The Tata Altroz Racer’s interior has the same design as the standard model, but it has additional features including black leatherette seats with headrests that are branded with “Racer.” Along with contrast orange stitching on the seats and orange highlights around the AC vents on the dashboard, it also has themed ambient lighting. A new 7-inch fully digital driver’s display, ventilated front seats, and a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen entertainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are all included with the Altroz Racer. In addition, a 360-degree camera with a blind-spot monitor is included, as are six airbags.
Greater Powerful Engine
The Tata Nexon‘s turbo-petrol engine, which powers the Altroz Racer, has the following specs:
Specifications | 1.2 Turbo-Petrol Engine |
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| Power | 120 PS |
| Torque | 170 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT |
There is currently no automatic gearbox available for this engine; it is only available with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Rival
The Hyundai i20 N Line is the direct rival of the Tata Altroz Racer.
News & Top StoriesWhich Hot-Hatch Should I Get: Hyundai i20 N Line or Tata Altroz Racer?
The Tata Altroz Racer is getting ready for its formal introduction. It is anticipated to cost approximately Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom), placing it in the same price range as the Hyundai i20 N Line, its main rival. Should you choose the i20 N Line or the Altroz Racer for a sporty hatchback if you have a budget of about Rs 10 lakh? Here are their written specifications:
Performance And Powertrain
| Model | Tata Altroz Racer | Hyundai i20 N Line |
| Engine | 1.2-litre 3-cyl turbo-petrol | 1-litre 3-cyl turbo-petrol |
| Power | 120 PS | 120 PS |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Transmission | 6 MT | 6 MT/7 DCT* |
The 3-cylinder engine included in both the Tata Altroz Racer and the i20 N Line produces equivalent power, however the latter produces marginally higher torque. The Altroz Racer does not have an automatic gearbox, although the i20 N Line has.
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The Hyundai i20 N Line and Tata Altroz Racer are both well-equipped vehicles. But the Altroz Racer does have certain benefits, such as ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera with a blind spot monitor.
Nevertheless, Hyundai is providing paddle shifters for the i20 N Line models that come with DCTs. It’s also important to note that the Altroz only has disc brakes on the front wheels, whereas the i20 N Line has disc brakes on all four wheels. A TPMS is another feature that the i20 N Line has that its Tata counterpart does not. Six airbags, ISOFIX child seat attachments, and a reversing camera are examples of standard safety equipment.
Price Range
| Model | Tata Altroz Racer | Hyundai i20 N Line |
| Price | Rs 10 lakh (expected) | Rs 10 lakh – 12.52 lakh |
The Hyundai i20 N Line is offered in two broad varieties, N6 and N8, whereas the Tata Altroz Racer will be available in three: R1, R2, and R3.
Verdict
The Tata Altroz Racer has a powerful engine and a plethora of features. It comes with extra safety and uplifting elements in addition to all the characteristics of the i20 N Line.
In contrast, the Hyundai i20 N Line boasts a more potent engine but is devoid of several important amenities that its rival offers. It does, however, have an automatic gearbox, something the Tata Altroz Racer does not.
News & Top StoriesVolvo Reaches A Milestone In India With 1,000 Electric Vehicle Sales
Since launching its first electric SUV in November 2022, Volvo Car India has sold 1,000 EVs to consumers via its online sales platform. This covers the Volvo C40 Recharge as well as the Volvo XC40 Recharge (including the single motor, rear-wheel-drive version). In India, 28 percent of Volvo’s sales are comprised of these EVs.
Volvo’s lineup of electric vehicles
Volvo currently has two electric cars available in India: the C40 Recharge and the XC40 Recharge. Both rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) versions of the XC40 Recharge are offered. With a 69 kWh battery and 238 PS of power output, the single-motor-driven RWD variant has a claimed WLTP range of 475 km. On the other hand, the two-motor-powered AWD variant generates 408 PS and a 78 kWh battery, resulting in a 505 km WLTP range.
The C40 Recharge is only available with a dual-electric motor AWD system that produces 408 PS and has a stated WLTP range of 530 km. It is powered by a 78 kWh battery pack.
Cost and Competitors
The RWD version of the Volvo XC40 Recharge starts at Rs 54.95 lakh, while the AWD variant costs Rs 57.90 lakh. The cost of the C40 Recharge is Rs 62.95 lakh. The Volvo EVs compete with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, and they also offer an electric SUV substitute for the BMW i4.
Volvo Future Plans
By 2030, Volvo Car India hopes to have converted its whole lineup to electric vehicles, starting with the introduction of one electric model annually.
News & Top StoriesThe Top 10 Vehicles That Will Be Released Throughout 2024
There have been numerous automobile debuts in 2024 thus far, including both facelifts and brand-new models, but there will be a lot more activity in the upcoming months. Many more vehicles from manufacturers like Tata, Mahindra, Kia, Honda, and Citroen will be introduced. These ten cars are the most anticipated of the group, even though the list of incoming cars is endless.
Tata Altroz Racer
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 10 lakh.
Tata has a lot of new models coming out this year, including the Tata Altroz Racer, which was introduced with great fanfare earlier this year. It wasn’t until the Auto Expo 2023 that it was initially hinted at and its launch date was ultimately confirmed. This will be the sportier variant of the Altroz hatchback, with new features, modified styling, and—above all—a potent 120 PS turbo-petrol engine taken from the Nexon. Reservations are now being accepted, and it has already been discovered a few times without a disguise.
New-gen Maruti Dzire
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 7 lakh.
The new Maruti Dzire isn’t too far away, as Maruti introduced the new Swift in India in May 2024. With a new 1.2-liter petrol engine, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, six airbags, and revised climate controls, the upgraded sedan is anticipated to be released soon. It is anticipated to have an upgraded look as well, and it might bring a sunroof to the sub-$4,000 sedan class.
Kia EV9
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 80 lakh.
This year, Kia will introduce its flagship electric SUV, the Kia EV9, to the Indian market. After the EV6, this will be the company’s second electric vehicle in India. This SUV is available in international markets with a 99.8 kWh battery pack and rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. With amenities like twin 12.3-inch screens, a 14-speaker Meridian sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, nine airbags, a 360-degree camera, and ADAS, the Kia EV9 has a WLTP-claimed range of up to 680 kilometers.
Hyundai Alcazar Facelift
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 17 lakh.
We anticipate Hyundai will upgrade its three-row variant as well after the facelifted Hyundai Creta is introduced in January 2024. The updated Hyundai Alcazar is anticipated to come with a panoramic sunroof, multiple airbags, ADAS, dual 10.25-inch screens, dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, wireless phone charger, and a 360-degree camera in addition to its gasoline and diesel engines.
Tata Curvv EV
Launch Date Anticipated: July 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 20 lakh.
The Curvv EV is another new Tata car for this year. The Acti. ev platform from Tata will serve as the foundation for this coupe-SUV, which is anticipated to have a 500 km stated range. Features of the electric SUV include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, an infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and an advanced driving assistance system (ADAS).
Mahindra Thar 5 Door
Launch Date Anticipated: August 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 15 lakh.
The five-door Mahindra Thar has been in development for a very long time, and occasionally fresh spy photos of the large off-road vehicle appear online, providing fresh information. With both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive powertrain options, the extended Thar is anticipated to have the same engine options as its three-door counterpart. It will also be equipped with features like a digital driver’s display, dual-zone climate control, a large touchscreen infotainment system (probably measuring 10.25 inches), and a sunroof.
Citroen Basalt
Launch Date Anticipated: August 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 11 lakh.
The automaker’s newest model for the Indian market, the Citroen Basalt, was introduced some time ago. The coupe-SUV is expected to be equipped with a 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine, available with a manual or automatic transmission, just as the C3 and C3 Aircross. Features including a wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay system, a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch digital driver’s display, six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), and a rearview camera are anticipated.
Tata Curvv
Launch Date Anticipated: August 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 10.50 lakh.
The automaker will introduce the Tata Curvv, an ICE variant, following the release of the Curvv EV. With a few minor adjustments, the design will be identical to that of the electric version. It is anticipated to be offered with turbo-petrol and diesel engine options. Along with having the same screen arrangement, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and even ADAS technologies, its feature list is also anticipated to be comparable to that of its electric version. It will compete with vehicles such as the Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Grand Vitara, Hyundai Creta, and Kia Seltos.
Mahindra XUV e8
Launch Date Anticipated: December 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 35 lakh.
This year will also see the release of the Mahindra XUV e8, the XUV 700’s electric variant. It will be built on the automaker’s INGLO platform, which is capable of handling 60 and 80-kWh batteries. With a WLTP-claimed range of up to 450 km, Mahindra may sell the electric XUV700 in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. Features including a panoramic sunroof, six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), an integrated triple-screen configuration, and ADAS will be included.
New-gen Honda Amaze
Launch Date Anticipated: Unknown
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 7.50 lakh.
This year will see the release of Honda‘s next-generation Amaze, which has been overdue for an update. While there aren’t many details available, it will have a redesigned interior with features like wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a larger touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, and a safety kit that may include six airbags, ESC, TPMS, and a rearview camera. It is anticipated that the car will use the same 1.2-liter gasoline engine seen in the current generation.
News & Top StoriesThis Week’s Important Auto News (May 27–31): New Teasers, Patents, New Spy Photos, and More
In addition to a major Porsche debut, the Mahindra XUV.e8‘s interior and the Tata Altroz Racer were teased during the final week of May 2024. Along with learning about this noteworthy accomplishment, we also saw some spy photos of the future Tata Curvv. The main stories from the previous week are briefly summarized here:
Altroz Racer Teased
Tata Motors has shown a few teasers for the future Altroz Racer, indicating that this hot hatch will be available shortly after undergoing intensive testing on our roads. For a small cost of up to Rs 21,000, which may vary depending on the dealership, customers may now book the Altroz Racer offline at a few Tata dealerships. The Tata Altroz Racer will have the same 120PS turbo-petrol engine from the Nexon along with revised exterior and interior design components.
Patented components of Mahindra XUV.e8
Recently, multiple test drives of the Mahindra XUV.e8, an all-electric variant of the Mahindra XUV700, have been observed. Mahindra has now submitted a patent application for a three-screen integrated dashboard layout and a new steering wheel design. The design patent illustration shows that the steering wheel will have two spokes and be octagonal. It’s also possible that Mahindra will put an illuminated emblem in the middle of the steering wheel. The instrument cluster, an infotainment screen, and a separate screen for the front passenger are all part of the three-screen dashboard arrangement that the carmaker has also patented.
Tata Curvv spied
Images of the Tata Curvv coupe-SUV test mules have been circulating for a while. But this time, we managed to catch a glimpse of the SUV’s taillights. According to the spy photos, it will receive connected LED taillights in February 2024, just like the idea. These taillights, like those on several facelifted Tata cars including the Nexon, Harrier, and Safari, are probably going to have welcome and goodbye animations coupled with a sequential effect for the turn indicators.
Over 15 lakh cars have been produced by Skoda-VW in India.
Skoda Automobile Over 15 lakh Volkswagen India vehicles have been built there, including 3 lakh Skoda Kushaq and Slavia and a combined 3 lakh Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus. At its plant in Chakan, the firm has also produced more than 3.8 lakh engines. Additionally, the Skoda-VW Group has exported 30% of its cars built in India to over 40 nations.
Porsche 911 Carrera and GTS launched in India
The 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera 4 GTS are new Porsche models that retail for Rs 1.99 crore and Rs 2.75 crore, respectively. Reservations for both models are now being accepted, and by year’s end, deliveries are anticipated to begin. A redesigned 3-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine with 394 PS and 450 Nm powers the 911 Carrera. A new 3.6-liter turbocharged T-hybrid engine with 541 PS and 610 Nm powers the 911 Carrera 4 GTS. The GTS’s external characteristics include sports exhaust at the back and active-aero components upfront. These new 911s come equipped with an upgraded infotainment system and a fully digital driver’s display inside.
Unveiled: Audi Q6 e-tron Performance version
With just one engine available, Audi has launched a new Q6 Performance model with rear-wheel drive. It has an electric motor mounted on the back axle that generates 326 PS and is powered by a 100 kWh battery. It can go from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.6 seconds and has a range of 641 kilometers. The Q6 e-tron Quattro and SQ6 e-tron will be positioned above this new Performance model. Although the interiors are unknown, it is anticipated to have the same features and cabin as the other Q6 e-Tron models.
News & Top StoriesSee: This is how Maruti Swift prices have increased over the years since 2005.
One of the most well-liked hatchbacks in India, the Maruti Swift, arrived on our shores in 2005. Its functions and design have improved over time with a few generational updates and facelifts since then. With each new upgrade, Swift’s costs in India have risen in addition to these modifications. Let’s look at the changes in these prices over the last almost twenty years.
Prices From 2005 Up Until Now
| Model | Price Range |
| First-gen Maruti Swift 2005 | Rs 3.87 lakh To Rs 4.85 Lakh |
| Second-gen Maruti Swift 2011 | Rs 4.22 Lakh To Rs 6.38 Lakh |
| Second-gen Maruti Swift Facelift 2014 | Rs 4.42 Lakh To Rs 6.95 Lakh |
| Third-gen Maruti Swift 2018 | Rs 4.99 Lakh To Rs 8.29 Lakh |
| Third-gen Maruti Swift Facelift 2021 | Rs 5.73 Lakh To Rs 8.41 Lakh |
| Fourth-gen Maruti Swift 2024 (current) | Rs 6.49 lakh To Rs 9.64 Lakh (introductory) |
Prices are all ex-showroom.
Three generations of improvements have been made to the Swift, with facelifts also going to the second and third-generation vehicles. When the Swift made its Indian debut in 2005, it cost Rs 3.87 lakh. In 2024, the starting price is Rs 2.62 lakh more than it was before.
Comparably, the top-spec Swift was priced at Rs 4.85 lakh in 2005; today, it fetches Rs 9.64 lakh, a substantial rise of Rs 4.79 lakh. The starting price of the Maruti Alto K10, which is Rs 12,000 higher than the Maruti Swift 2005, is Rs 3.99 lakh, making it the most inexpensive hatchback available in India today.
Swift 2024 Features
The most recent edition of the Swift is well-equipped with features including an automated air conditioning system with rear vents, a 6-speaker music system tuned by Arkamys, and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It also has connected car technology, cruise control, push-button start/stop, and wireless phone charging.
Six airbags (on all models), a rear parking camera, a hill hold assist, electronic stability control, and rear parking sensors all contribute to passenger safety.
Swift 2024 Powertrain
The new Z series 3-cylinder petrol engine powers the Swift 4th generation vehicle. Here are the specifics of its specifications:
| Engine | 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z series petrol |
| Power | 82 PS |
| Torque | 112 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
| Claimed Mileage | 24.8 kmpl (MT) / 25.75 kmpl (AMT) |
The CNG powertrain option, which was available with the previous generation model, is not available with the 2024 Swift at this time. Nevertheless, Maruti is anticipated to unveil it in the upcoming months.
Competitors
Due to its pricing, the 2024 Maruti Swift competes with the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and, given its size, can also be considered a cheaper alternative to the Renault Triber and smaller SUVs like the Hyundai Exter and Tata Punch.