Explore the Glanza: Features, Performance, and Design
This article provides a detailed look at the Glanza, focusing on its features, design, and performance. We explore different aspects of the vehicle, from its exterior styling to its interior comfort and engine capabilities.
Glanza Variants and Overview
The Glanza is available in multiple variants: E, S, G, and V. The top model is the V variant. For those interested in alternative fuels, a CNG option is available in both the S and G variants. You can choose from a range of colors including Silver, White, Red, Blue, and Grey. The standard warranty offered is 3 years or 1 lakh kilometers, which can be extended.
Glanza Exterior: A Detailed Look
The Glanza offers a distinctive exterior design.
Front Design Details
The front of the vehicle does not include fog lamps. Some chrome and glossy parts visible are part of accessories. A towing option is present. Below the lower grille, you can see a carbon-type finish, specifically on the skid plate. The front engine and suspension setup are clearly visible. The ground clearance for this vehicle is approximately 170 millimeters. The car features dual wipers and a hand washer system.
Side Profile and Dimensions
From the side, this second base model comes with steel wheels and wheel covers; alloy wheels are available in higher variants. The front wheels are equipped with disc brakes, while the rear wheels have drum brakes. The tire profile is 185/65 R15, with 15-inch Apollo radial tires. A chrome part on the fender is an accessory. The outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs) are body-colored, electrically adjustable, and include integrated turn indicators. The A-pillar is black. Door visors are also accessories. The door handles are body-colored, and another chrome part on the side is an accessory.
The Glanza has a length of 3990 millimeters, a width of 1745 millimeters, and a height of 1500 millimeters. The wheelbase measures 2520 millimeters.
Rear View Features
The fuel filler cap is located on the side. The fuel tank capacity is 37 liters. At the rear, you will find normal drum brakes. A quarter glass is also visible. The “S” variant badging is present at the back. Chrome parts at the rear are accessories. The car is equipped with four reverse parking sensors and side reflectors. The rear suspension setup and exhaust pipe are visible, along with a towing option at the back.
Boot Space and Interior Comfort
The Glanza offers practical space for your belongings and comfortable seating.
Convenient Boot Space
The boot provides 318 liters of space. It is quite deep, which might make loading and unloading items slightly challenging, but it offers good overall space. A hook is provided on the side, along with ample additional storage. The rear seats feature a 60/40 split, allowing them to be folded to expand cargo capacity. A parcel tray is included. The spare wheel, a 15-inch steeling tire, is the same size as the main tires.
Rear Cabin Comfort
In this variant, there are no rear AC vents, but they are available in higher variants. There is space for storing small items and a 12-volt charging outlet with a small storage area below it. The legroom and thigh support are comfortable for passengers. The rear doors have a trim with a grab handle. The roof light in the rear is yellow. The car features three adjustable headrests and three-point seatbelts. There is no armrest in this variant. The seats are designed to comfortably accommodate three people, with a slight hump in the middle.
Driver’s Cockpit and Technology
The driver’s area is equipped with essential controls and modern technology.
Driver Side Controls
The doors include child locks. Entry requires a key. The driver’s seat offers a manual recline option. The car features a manual transmission with ABC pedals and a dead pedal. Levers for opening the bonnet and the fuel cap are present. There is a small storage space for coins, a traction control switch, an idle start-stop button, and controls for adjusting headlamp leveling.
The steering wheel has manual controls for headlamps on one side and manual wiper controls on the other. The instrument cluster displays an RPM meter and a speedometer with markings up to 220 km/h. A Multi-Information Display (MID) in the center shows trip details, average mileage, range, audio information, outside temperature, and time. This display can be navigated using a toggle switch.
Center Console and Infotainment
The center console features an approximately 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone connectivity. There is a hazard light switch, and the AC vents are black. This second base model includes automatic climate control, with information displayed on the screen. Temperature, fan speed, and AC flow can be adjusted. A Type-A USB port and a 12-volt charging outlet are provided, along with storage space and two glass holders.
The car is equipped with a five-speed manual transmission. Higher variants include a 360-degree camera and a heads-up display. A manual handbrake is present. The door trims are well-finished. For safety, this variant has two airbags (driver and passenger), while top models may have six. The glove box offers decent space for documents or other small items. The dashboard has a dual-tone finish with a gloss black accent. The Inside Rear View Mirror (IRVM) is manually adjustable. The roof light is yellow, and a microphone is included for communication. The driver’s sun visor is plain, while the passenger’s sun visor includes a vanity mirror.
Performance and Fuel Efficiency
The Glanza offers a capable engine for daily driving.
Engine Specifications
This Glanza variant comes with a 1.2-liter, four-cylinder petrol engine. It produces 88 BHP of power and 113 Nm of torque. The engine compartment includes a washer fluid reservoir, battery, and insulation under the bonnet.
Fuel Economy
With the petrol engine, the Glanza delivers a mileage of approximately 19 to 20 kilometers per liter. If you opt for the CNG variant, the engine remains the same, but the power figures adjust. In CNG mode, it provides 76 BHP of power and 98 Nm of torque, with an impressive mileage of 28 to 29 kilometers per liter.
Safety and Warranty
Safety is a key aspect of the Glanza, complemented by a solid warranty.
Key Safety Features
The Glanza includes several important safety features such as ABS with EBD, dual airbags, reverse parking sensors, a speed alert system, seat belt warning, an engine immobilizer, a crash sensor, and traction control.
Warranty Information
The standard warranty for the Glanza is 3 years or 1 lakh kilometers, which can be extended for additional peace of mind.
Pricing and Competition
The Glanza offers various options to suit different preferences and budgets.
Variant Pricing
There is approximately a 1 lakh difference in price between the petrol and CNG variants. The on-road price for this S variant is mentioned as around 81,000.
Market Competition
In its segment, the Glanza competes with other vehicles, including one that shares a collaboration and another model known as the View.
