- You can now book the Tata Altroz iCNG for Rs 21,000
- Tata Altroz iCNG rivals the Toyota Glanza E-CNG
- The twin CNG cylinder tech gives the Altroz CNG a practical & usable boot space
Tata Motors has opened the bookings of the Altroz iCNG for Rs 21,000. The price of this CNG-equipped premium hatchback is expected to be announced in the coming days and the deliveries are likely to begin in May. The new Altroz iCNG will debut Tata's innovative twin CNG cylinder technology that enables a practical & usable boot space. Rivals like Toyota Glanza suffer from unusable boot space due to the single large CNG cylinder. Whereas, the Altroz will offer a spacious 210 litres of usable boot space. Well, as both rivals have some unique features to offer, here we have compared them comprehensively on the bases of their features & powertrain specs.
Tata Altroz iCNG Vs Toyota Glanza E-CNG: Dimensions
| Dimensions | Glanza E-CNG | Altroz iCNG |
| Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width | 1745 mm | 1755 mm |
| Height | 1500 mm | 1523 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2501 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 165 mm |
| Boot Space | NA | 210 litres |
| Turning Radius | 4.8 m | 5 m |
| Petrol Fuel Tank | 37 litres | 37 litres |
| CNG Tank | 55 litres | 60 litres (30 + 30) |
Tata Altroz iCNG Vs Toyota Glanza E-CNG: Engine Specs
| Engine Specs | Glanza E-CNG | Altroz iCNG |
| Engine | 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated, 4-cylinder | 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated, 3-cylinder |
| Power | 77.4 PS in CNG mode | 73.5 PS in CNG mode |
| Torque | 98.5 Nm in CNG mode | 103 Nm in CNG mode |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Tata Altroz iCNG Vs Toyota Glanza E-CNG: Features & Safety
| Features & Safety | Glanza E-CNG | Altroz iCNG |
| Direct Start in CNG mode | No | Yes |
| Single Advanced ECU | No | Yes |
| CNG cylinder | One cylinder, 55L | Twin cylinders, 30L each |
| Airbags | 6 | 2 |
| Active Safety | ABS, EBD, ESP, Hill Hold, Brake Assist | ABS, EBD, CSC, Brake Sway Control |
| G-Ncap Safety Rating | NA | 5 Stars |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Android Auto/Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired |
| Speakers & Tweeters | 4 + 2 | 4 + 4 |
| Headlamps | Projector LED | Projector Halogen |
| Auto Wipers | No | Yes |
| 60:40 split rear seat | Yes | No |
| Rear Center Armrest | No | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | No | Front & Rear |
| Spare Tyre | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Only |
| Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster | MID (TFT Colour Display) | 7-inch large display |
| Alloy Wheels | R16 Painted alloys | R16 Dual-tone alloys |
| Ambient Lighting | Front Footwell lamp | Yes - Blue Color |
| Xpress Cool | No | Yes |
| What3Words Navigation | No | Yes |
| TPMS | No | Yes - warning based |
| Cooled Glove Box | No | Yes - 15 litre |
| ORVM Auto Fold | Electric Manual | Yes |
| Connected Car Tech | Yes | Yes |
| Smartwatch Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Alexa Skill Connectivity | Yes | No |
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Verdict: The newly introduced Altroz iCNG definitely solves the biggest problem that all CNG cars suffer from. With the usable boot space, the buyers will no more have to compromise on practicality and boot space. However, the Toyota Glanza still remains a true rival with unique features like 6 airbags, more active safety tech, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, etc.
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