Tata Altroz Racer To Be Launched Soon, Will Get A 120Bhp Turbo Petrol Engine

By:Shipranshu Pandey
Updated On: March 28, 2024 11:12 IST

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Tata Altroz Racer To Be Launched Soon, Will Get A 120Bhp Turbo Petrol Engine

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Tata Altroz Racer was recently showcased at Bharat Mobility Show
It will boast a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine with 120 bhp power
To get new features such as 360-camera, bigger infotainment, and more

Tata Motors seems to be planning to launch its sporty hatchback the Altroz Racer. The brand has showcased the sporty avatar of the Altroz at the Auto Expo Motor Show and recently at the Bharat Mobility Expo. Per our sources, the Altroz Racer is expected to launch in the coming weeks. Read details of the upcoming Racer edition below. Meanwhile, join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group to never miss out on any updates from the automotive world.

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Tata Altroz Racer - What's Different?

The upcoming Altroz Racer will be the sporty iteration of the Altroz hatchback. The car showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo recently, boasted dual-tone paint with an Orange body and Black roof and bonet with white racing stripes on the hood and roof. To further enhance the look the version was fitted with dual-tone matte black multi-spoke alloy wheels and blacked-out headlamps, tail lamps, and roof spoiler.

**Above: Tata Altroz Racer Edition Interior**

The version also boasted a new colour scheme on the inside with black and orange highlights on the leatherette seats and racer badging on the seats. As for the features, we expect the production-spec version to get a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, 360-degree camera, and front ventilated seats among other features in the Altroz Racer edition. Additionally, an electric sunroof will be available in the Altroz Racer edition.

Tata Altroz Racer Engine Specifications

The major highlight of the Racer edition will be the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine which produces 120 bhp of power and 170 Nm of peak torque. This engine is expected to get a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCA) transmission and a manual transmission is also expected.

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Verdict

The Tata Altroz Racer will be in direct competition with the Hyundai i20 N Line and the Maruti Suzuki Fronx turbo petrol engine options. The Altroz Racer will feature some segment first feature which will give it an edge over its competition. The pricing is expected to start from Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).