Discover the Updated Tio XT Variant: A Value-Packed Hatchback
This article explores the updated Tio, specifically focusing on its XT variant. This model is highlighted as offering significant value for money due to its essential features and considerable upgrades.
Exterior Design and Upgrades
The Tio Facelift introduces a refreshed look. At the front, you’ll find a completely new grille with a glossy black finish, proudly displaying the brand logo. The headlamps are standard halogen-based, though higher variants offer LED automatic headlamps. The XT variant does not include fog lamps or DRLs.
From the side, the car now features new dual-tone hyper style steel rims, a design change from previous models. It rides on 14-inch radial tires (175/65 R14) with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The ORVMs are electrically adjustable and include integrated turn indicators. Door handles and the A-pillar match the body color. The car’s dimensions remain the same, and it offers a ground clearance of 170 millimeters.
The rear profile of the Tio remains largely similar to the previous version, featuring the brand logo and ‘Tio’ badging. A new addition to this variant is the rear defogger. Other features include a high mount stop lamp, power antenna, and a body-colored bumper with two reverse parking sensors. The backlights are regular halogen bulbs.
Interior Comfort and Technology
Inside, the Tio Facelift XT boasts a new steering wheel and a refreshed dashboard color theme. The seats come in a new color and texture, offering improved cushioning. The door trims also feature a new, lighter shade that enhances the interior feel.
The XT variant now includes a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system powered by Harman, which supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. This is a significant upgrade as this feature, along with a reverse parking camera, was not previously available in the XT model. Higher variants offer a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen.
The car provides a digital instrument cluster displaying speed, fuel gauge, trip details, and average range. AC vents feature a glossy and chrome finish. It includes manual AC controls, a manual handbrake, two cup holders, and a tablet holder in the glove box. The glove box offers normal space without a cooling function. An LED roof light is also provided. For rear passengers, there are fixed headrests and three-point seatbelts. There are no rear AC vents in this car.
The car comes with a flip remote central locking key, which includes lock and unlock buttons, along with a separate manual key.
Engine Performance and Efficiency
The Tio Facelift XT is powered by a 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder Revotron petrol engine. This engine delivers 86 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque. It offers an impressive mileage of up to 20 kilometers per liter. For those considering CNG, the CNG variant offers a mileage of up to 26 kilometers per liter.
The fuel tank capacity for the Tio is between 35 and 37 liters. It comes with a manual transmission, and an automatic transmission option is also available for both petrol and CNG variants.
Safety Features
This hatchback is a 4-star rated car for safety. Its safety features include ABS with EBD (Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), dual airbags (standard), reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, a speed alert system, seat belt warnings, and an engine immobilizer.
Pricing and Variants
The Tio Facelift XT petrol manual variant is priced at ₹6 lakh (ex-showroom). The on-road price in Lucknow is approximately ₹6.85 lakh. The base model starts at ₹5.60 lakh. The CNG XT variant will have an approximate price difference of ₹1 lakh, making its on-road price around ₹7.85 lakh.
Boot Space and Practicality
The Tio Facelift offers a boot space of 242 liters. The rear seats are 100% foldable, providing extra cargo room when needed. It includes a parcel tray and a hook that can hold up to 3 kg. A 13-inch spare wheel is provided, which is one size smaller than the main tires.
Colors and Warranty
Available color options for the Tio include Grey, White, Red, Blue, Midnight Black, and Energy Green.
The car comes with a standard warranty of 3 years or 1 lakh kilometers, whichever comes first. This warranty can be extended further.
Conclusion
The Tio Facelift XT variant brings significant upgrades in terms of features and design, making it a strong contender in the hatchback segment. Its combination of new features, safety, and competitive pricing truly makes it a ‘most value for money’ option for car buyers.
