The 2025 Tata Altroz Facelift is set to redefine the premium hatchback segment with its bold design, cutting-edge tech, and refined features. Unveiled on 12 May 2025 and slated for launch on 22 May 2025, this updated model, priced between ₹7.00 lakh and ₹11.50 lakh (ex-showroom), brings significant upgrades over its predecessor.
Competing with the Hyundai i20, Maruti Suzuki Baleno, and Toyota Glanza, the Altroz Facelift aims to elevate Tata’s presence in India’s fiercely competitive hatchback market. Here are the five biggest changes that make the 2025 Altroz a must-watch.
1. Revamped Exterior with Premium Styling
The 2025 Altroz Facelift sports a sharper, more modern look that aligns with Tata’s contemporary design language. The front fascia now features sleek LED projector headlamps with eyebrow-style LED DRLs, a redesigned 3D radiator grille, and a sculpted bumper with vertical fog lamp housings.
Flush-type door handles, first seen on the Tata Curvv, add a premium touch, while new 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels enhance the side profile. At the rear, slender LED tail lamps connected by a lightbar create a trendy, upscale vibe. New colour options, including Cosmic Grey and Stellar Blue, complement the refreshed aesthetic, making the Altroz stand out in urban settings.
2. Upscale Interior with Dual-Tone Elegance
Step inside, and the 2025 Altroz Facelift feels like a leap forward. The cabin boasts a dual-tone beige and brown theme, replacing the outgoing model’s darker tones, creating a spacious and airy feel. A new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system takes centre stage, paired with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster that supports Google Maps integration.
The dashboard layout is refreshed, featuring Tata’s signature two-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated logo. Premium touches like leatherette upholstery, ambient lighting, and a sliding armrest elevate the experience, making the Altroz feel closer to a compact SUV than a hatchback.
3. Tech-Loaded Features for Modern Buyers
The 2025 Altroz Facelift is packed with features that rival pricier models. A voice-assisted electric sunroof, 360-degree camera, and wireless charging are now available, even in mid-spec variants like Creative and Accomplished.
Rear AC vents with a dedicated power outlet ensure passenger comfort, while the iRA-connected car tech offers remote vehicle control, geofencing, and over-the-air updates. Ventilated front seats, a segment-first borrowed from the Altroz Racer, tackle India’s heat, and a premium eight-speaker sound system delivers crisp audio. These additions make the Altroz a tech-savvy choice for young, urban buyers.
4. Enhanced Safety with Six Airbags
Safety remains a cornerstone of the Altroz, which already boasts a 5-star Global NCAP rating. The 2025 Facelift takes it further by offering six airbags as standard in higher trims like Accomplished +S, a significant upgrade from the outgoing model’s dual airbags.
Other safety features include a 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring, hill descent control, and ISOFIX child seat mounts. While the facelift hasn’t been retested by Bharat NCAP, its robust build and advanced safety kit position it as one of the safest hatchbacks in India, giving rivals like the Hyundai i20 a run for their money.
5. Same Engines, Refined Transmissions
Mechanically, the 2025 Altroz Facelift carries over the outgoing model’s powertrains but with tweaks for refinement. The 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol (87 bhp, 115 Nm) comes with a 5-speed manual or 6-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCA). The 1.5-litre diesel (90 bhp, 200 Nm) remains India’s only diesel hatchback, paired with a 5-speed manual.
The Altroz Racer’s 1.2-litre turbo-petrol (118 bhp, 170 Nm) continues with a 6-speed manual, and there’s a 1.2-litre CNG option (73 bhp, 103 Nm) with a 5-speed manual. The DCA gearbox has been recalibrated for smoother shifts, though some X users wish for an automatic option for the diesel and Racer variants. Fuel efficiency ranges from 19.17-23.64 kmpl for petrol/diesel and 26.2 km/kg for CNG.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engines | 1.2L NA Petrol, 1.2L Turbo-Petrol, 1.5L Diesel, 1.2L CNG |
| Power | 73-118 bhp (variant-dependent) |
| Torque | 103-200 Nm (variant-dependent) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed MT, 6-speed MT, 6-speed DCA |
| Fuel Efficiency | 19.17-23.64 kmpl (Petrol/Diesel), 26.2 km/kg (CNG) |
| Safety | 6 airbags, 360° camera, 5-star GNCAP |
Driving Experience and Market Position
The 2025 Altroz Facelift retains its balanced ride and handling, with a quiet cabin and composed high-speed stability. The light steering suits city driving, while the suspension handles potholes well, though low-speed ride quality can feel firm.
X users have praised its “sharp new look” and “loaded features,” but some note its modest sales (35,000 units in FY2025) compared to the Baleno’s 1 lakh-plus. Priced competitively, the Altroz undercuts the Hyundai i20 (₹7.04 lakh onwards) and challenges the Baleno’s dominance with its safety and versatility. However, Tata’s limited service network in smaller towns and the lack of a turbo-petrol automatic could be hurdles