Discover the New Tata Tiago Facelift: Features, Price & Upgrades
The Tata Tiago facelift is here, showcasing significant upgrades and new features. This article explores the top model, the XZ Plus, detailing its enhancements, features, and pricing.
Pricing Details
The new Tiago offers accessible entry points and a feature-rich top variant.
- The base model starts from ₹5,00,000 (ex-showroom).
- The top model XZ Plus Petrol has an ex-showroom price of ₹7,39,000.
- On-road in Lucknow, the top model is approximately ₹8,47,000. For potential discounts and offers, customers can contact their nearest Tata Motors dealer.
Keys and Variants
The Tiago continues to offer its previous range of variants.
- The top model comes with a flip remote central locking key, which includes buttons for lock, unlock, and follow-me headlamps, along with the Tata logo.
- A second, normal physical key is also provided.
Bold Front Design
The front profile of the Tiago facelift has been completely refreshed.
- It features the new Tata logo and a new black front grille.
- A chrome treatment runs across, connecting one headlamp to the other.
- The new LED automatic headlamp setup, not previously available, includes parking lights and integrated indicators.
- Fog lamps and daytime running lights (DRLs) are also present.
- A towing hook option is located in the bumper.
- The lower grille combines black and chrome treatment, enhancing its appealing look. The bumper, grille, and headlamps are all new, contributing to a striking front fascia.
- The front engine and suspension setup are robust. The ground clearance remains excellent at 170 mm. This 4-star rated hatchback car assures strong build quality.
Stylish Side Profile
The side view of the Tiago facelift also boasts noticeable updates.
- It features a dual wiper and wash system.
- The top model includes a dual-tone roof in a glossy black finish, giving it a sporty feel.
- The car is known for its 4-star safety rating. It comes with a warranty of 3 years or 1,00,000 km, which can be extended.
- While it competes with models like the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Maruti Wagon R, the Tiago aims to stand out with superior build quality, looks, and features.
- It is equipped with 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, secured by four nuts, and features the Tata logo.
- Braking is handled by front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. The tires are radial, sized 175/60 R15.
- The Outer Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs) are electrically adjustable and foldable.
- The A-pillar is body-colored, while the B-pillar is finished in black. All four door handles are chrome.
Spacious Rear Design and Boot
While the front and interior see many changes, the rear profile maintains its familiar design.
- It features the Tata logo in the center and Tiago branding.
- A rear wiper, defogger, and a high-mount stop lamp are included.
- The car now comes with a shark fin antenna.
- The body panel has a glossy black finish.
- The tail lights are normal halogen bulbs, with no LED option for indicators or reverse lights, which are integrated.
- A chrome garnish is present. The rear bumper is body-colored and includes two ultrasonic parking sensors.
- The boot can be opened with the key or an internal lever. It offers a generous 242 liters of boot space.
- Inside the boot, there’s a hook that can hold up to 3 kg and a removable parcel tray.
- The rear seat can fold down 100% in a single piece. The spare wheel is a 13-inch normal steel wheel, smaller than the main tires. Underneath, a jack, tools, and a spanner kit are stored.
- For those considering different fuel types, an EV option is available, and CNG variants offer twin cylinders which occupy the lower boot space, leaving the upper area for luggage.
Comfortable Interior Upgrades
Stepping inside, the Tiago facelift presents a thoroughly updated and comfortable cabin.
- The dashboard, touchscreen, center console, and steering wheel are all new.
- The interior features a different color combination compared to the previous model, including the door panels, which now have a lighter tone.
- The chrome door opener, speakers, bottle holder, and power window controls are conveniently placed.
- The fabric seats have improved cushioning and a new color, offering better comfort.
- The center console has a modern feel. However, rear AC vents are still not available.
- A bottle holder is provided in the rear, and the floor is slightly raised.
- Legroom and thigh support are good for this car segment.
- The roof light is a white LED, and grab handles are present.
- The rear features a parcel tray and two fixed headrests. Three 3-point seatbelts are available.
- Headroom is ample. The dashboard and front grille contribute to a fresh, new ambiance.
- Dual airbags are standard across all variants, maintaining the strong safety credentials without further upgrades to six airbags.
- Child locks are present in the rear doors for added safety.
Driver-Focused Cockpit
The driver’s side of the Tiago facelift is equally impressive with its upgrades.
- The door features a dual-tone finish. All four power window controls, chrome door opener, and ORVM adjustment controls are easily accessible.
- Speakers and bottle holders are integrated into the door.
- The dual-tone dashboard has a lighter color scheme. The fabric seats offer height adjustment and recline options.
- Levers for opening the fuel lid and boot are positioned conveniently.
- The manual transmission includes ABC pedals and a dead pedal. A lever for opening the bonnet is also present.
- The car does not come with a smart key, a feature typically found in the Tiago NRG.
- Upon ignition, a fully digital cluster, similar to that in the Nexon, comes to life.
- A new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is a major highlight, a significant upgrade from the previous 7-inch unit.
- The new two-spoke steering wheel features an illuminated Tata logo, enhancing the premium feel. The overall dashboard is completely upgraded, and the speakers offer excellent sound quality.
Digital Cluster and Steering Wheel Details
- The digital cluster displays the RPM meter, petrol information, and temperature bars.
- The Multi-Information Display (MID) screen shows TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) for each tire, time, fuel gauge, audio, trip A, trip B, range, and average mileage. Information can be cycled through using dedicated buttons.
- The new two-spoke, flat-bottom steering wheel features an illuminated Tata logo. Cruise control and MID controls are on one side, while telephony and infotainment controls are on the other. It also offers tilt adjustment.
- The top model is equipped with automatic headlamps and automatic rain-sensing wipers.
- AC vents feature chrome and glossy treatment surrounds, which continues into the center console.
Center Console and Infotainment
- The new 10.25-inch touchscreen is a central attraction. Climate control, including fan speed and flow, can be operated directly from the touchscreen.
- It supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and AUX connectivity.
- The reverse parking camera offers exceptional clarity, considered among the best in its segment, with zoom capability.
- The system includes various settings and applications.
- Below the touchscreen, AC vents with glossy and chrome surrounds are positioned, along with Tiago branding.
- Physical buttons for lock/unlock, fog lamps, hazard lights, and automatic climate control (fan speed, temperature, defogger, flow) are also present. These functions can also be managed via the infotainment system.
- A 12V charging outlet, Type A, and Type C USB ports are available, along with storage space for mobile phones or other items.
- The car comes with a five-speed manual transmission. While petrol manual models do not offer an automatic option, an automatic transmission is available for CNG variants.
- The cabin also features two cup holders and a handbrake.
- The glove box is cooled and includes a tablet holder.
- The IRVM is manually adjustable, and a microphone is integrated.
- The passenger sun visor includes a vanity mirror, while the driver’s sun visor has a ticket holder.
Engine Specifications and Performance
The Tata Tiago facelift maintains its reliable engine option.
- It is powered by a 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder Revotron petrol engine.
- The car features ABS with EBD units and a well-protected battery compartment. Proper insulation is provided under the bonnet.
- The 4-star rated hatchback car ensures robust build quality.
- The petrol engine delivers 85 BHP of power and 113 Nm of torque.
- The claimed mileage for the petrol variant is 20 kmpl.
- For CNG variants, the mileage increases to 26 kmpl, though with a slight reduction in power.
Safety First
Safety is a paramount feature of the Tata Tiago facelift, which holds a 4-star safety rating.
- Key safety features include ABS with EBD, dual airbags, reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, a speed alert system, seatbelt warning, engine immobilizer, automatic headlamps, and rain-sensing wipers.
Dimensions
The Tata Tiago offers well-balanced dimensions for urban commuting and comfort.
- Length: 3765 mm
- Width: 1677 mm
- Height: 1535 mm
- Wheelbase: 2400 mm
- The dual-tone roof in the top model further enhances the sporty appearance of this 4-star rated hatchback car.
