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Maruti topped the list of best-selling compact and midsize hatchbacks in March 2024

The March 2024 sales report for tiny and midsize hatchbacks is already available, and Maruti hatchbacks dominated the sales table once again. Four of the six hatchbacks on this list are from Maruti, one from Tata, and one from Hyundai. Let’s look at how each of them did in last month’s sales of Maruti hatchbacks 2024

ModelsMarch 2024March 2023February 2024
Maruti Wagon R16,36817,30519,412
Maruti Swift15,72817,55913,165
Tata Tiago6,3817,3666,947
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios5,0349,0344,947
Maruti Celerio3,4784,6463,586
Maruti Ignis2,7882,7602,110

Key Takeaways

  • The Maruti Wagon R, which surpassed 16,000 units sold, remained the best-selling hatchback in March 2024, despite sales decreases of 16% month on month and 5% year on year.
  • After the Wagon R, the Maruti Swift was the only other hatchback to sell more than 10,000 copies. In March 2024, more than 15,700 Swift units were dispatched, representing a 19% increase month over month.

Tata Tiago

  • In March 2024, the Tata Tiago held a 1,300-unit edge over the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. Tata shipped almost 6,000 Tiagos last month, although monthly sales fell by 500 or so cars.
  • In March 2024, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios sales reached 5,000 units. Despite sustained monthly demand, it experienced a 46% decrease in annual revenue.

Maruti Celerio

  • With over 3,500 vehicles delivered, the Maruti Celerio maintained its continuous demand in MoM sales. However, its YoY sales dropped by more than 1,000 units.
  • Finally, the Maruti Ignis attracted over 2,700 purchasers in March 2024, but its MoM sales fell 32%.

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Tata Tiago EV News & Top Stories

These Two New Features Will Increase Convenience For The Tata Tiago EV

  • The more advanced XZ+ Long Range and XZ+ Tech Lux Long Range models both support the 45W fast’ charger.
  • The only model that offers auto-dimming IRVM is the fully loaded XZ+ Tech Lux Long Range.
  • A reversing camera, auto air conditioning, and a 7-inch touchscreen are further goodies.
  • There are two battery packs available for the Tiago EV: 19.2 kWh (250 km) and 24 kWh (315 km).
  • The price range (ex-showroom, India) is Rs 7.99 lakh to Rs 11.89 lakh.

There has been a slight update to the Tata Tiago EV’s equipment package, bringing in a few new features. Tata has introduced a 45W front USB Type-C smartphone charging connector and an auto-dimming IRVM (internal rearview mirror). The XZ+ Tech Lux LR and the higher-spec XZ+ Long Range (LR) both have a USB connector for quick charging. However, Tata is limited to supplying the auto-dimming IRVM on the XZ+ Tech Lux LR.

Top Features Of The Tata Tiago EV

Tata Tiago Interior Image

The Tiago EV also has cruise control, an 8-speaker sound system, auto climate control, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and push-button start/stop in addition to these additional features. Two front airbags, a TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system), and a reversing camera make up its safety net.

Offers for Electric Powertrain

The Tata Tiago EV comes with the following two options for battery packs:

SpecificationMedium RangeLong Range
Battery Pack19.2 kWh24 kWh
Power61 PS75 PS
Torque110 Nm114 Nm
MIDC-claimed range250 km315 km

There are four different ways to charge a Tata electric hatchback: a 15 A socket charger, a 3.3 kW AC charger, a 7.2 kW AC charger, and a DC rapid charger.

  • The charging schedules for the two Tiago EV batteries are as follows
  • 15. A Socket Charger: 19.2 kWh in 6.9 hours, 24 kWh in 8.7 hours
  • AC power of 3.3 kW Charger: 19.2 kWh in 5.1 hours, 24 kWh in 6.4 hours
  • 7.2 kW AC Charger: 19.2 kWh in 2.6 hours, 24 kWh in 3.6 hours
  • Fast charging DC: 10–80% in 57 minutes for both

Price And Rivalries

Tata Tiago EV

Prices for the Tata Tiago EV range from Rs 7.99 lakh to Rs 11.89 lakh (ex-showroom, all of India). In addition to challenging the MG Comet EV, it also serves as a substitute for the Citroen eC3.

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