- Tata has opened the bookings of Altroz iCNG for Rs 21,000
- The Altroz CNG comes with a new & innovative dual CNG cylinder technology
- It also gets a practical & usable boot space unlike its rivals like Maruti Baleno
Tata Motors has finally opened the bookings of the Altroz iCNG for Rs 21,000. The deliveries are expected to begin in May 2023 and the official price reveal will happen in the coming few days. The Altroz CNG will be made available in four variants i.e. base XE, XM+, XZ, and XZ+. There will also be four color options i.e. Opera Blue, Downtown Red, Arcade Grey, and Avenue White. As a CNG-powered premium hatchback, the Tata Altroz iCNG will give tough competition to the Maruti Baleno S-CNG. Therefore, here we have discussed all the specs and feature differences between the Tata Altroz iCNG and Maruti Baleno S-CNG.
Tata Altroz iCNG Vs Maruti Baleno S-CNG: Dimensions
| Dimensions | Tata Altroz iCNG | Maruti Baleno S-CNG |
| Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width | 1755 mm | 1745 mm |
| Height | 1523 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 170 mm |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | NA |
| Turning Radius | 5 m | 4.8 m |
| Petrol Fuel Tank | 37 litres | 37 litres |
| CNG Tank | 60 litres (30 + 30) | 55 litres |
Tata Altroz iCNG Vs Maruti Baleno S-CNG: Engine Specs
| Specs | Tata Altroz iCNG | Maruti Baleno S-CNG |
| Engine | 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated, 3-cylinder | 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated, 4-cylinder |
| Power | 73.5 PS in CNG mode | 77.4 PS in CNG mode |
| Torque | 103 Nm in CNG mode | 98.5 Nm in CNG mode |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Tata Altroz iCNG Vs Maruti Baleno S-CNG: Features & Safety
| Features & Safety | Tata Altroz iCNG | Maruti Baleno S-CNG |
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| Active Safety | ABS, EBD, CSC, Brake Sway Control | ABS, EBD, ESP, Hill Hold |
| G-Ncap Safety Rating | 5 Stars | NA |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Android Auto/Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wireless |
| Speakers & Tweeters | 4 + 4 | 4 + 2 |
| Headlamps | Projector Halogen | Projector LED |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | No |
| 60:40 split rear seat | No | Yes |
| Rear Center Armrest | Yes | No |
| Fog Lamps | Front & Rear | No |
| Spare Tyre | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt Only | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Instrument Cluster | 7-inch large display | MID (TFT Colour Display) |
| Alloy Wheels | R16 Dual-tone alloys | R16 Painted alloys |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes - Blue Color | Front Footwell lamp |
| Xpress Cool | Yes | No |
| What3Words Navigation | Yes | No |
| TPMS | Yes - warning based | No |
| Cooled Glove Box | Yes - 15 litre | No |
| ORVM Auto Fold | Yes | Electric Manual |
| Connected Car Tech | Yes | Yes |
| Smartwatch Connectivity | No | Yes |
| Alexa Skill Connectivity | No | Yes |
| Remote Commands | Door Lock/Unlock, Lights On/Off, Horn | Door Lock/Unlock, Lights On/Off, Horn |
Apart from its unique & innovative twin-cylinder technology, the Altroz iCNG also offers some advanced & segment-first CNG tech. These include:
- Micro-switch to keep the car switched off at the time of refueling
- Advanced materials in the iCNG kit to prevent leakage
- Thermal incident protection
- Leak detection
- Fire protection device
- Industry-first single advanced ECU
- Industry-first direct start in CNG mode
- Auto-switch between fuels
- Faster refueling
- Modular fuel filter
Also Read: You Can Now Book The Tata Altroz i-CNG For Rs 21,000 : Details
Verdict: Both hatchbacks offer some unique features but also miss out on some others. The Baleno CNG offers 6 airbags whereas the Altroz gets the advantage of a G-Ncap 5-star rated platform and a usable & practical boot.
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