Tata Motors has officially given a sneak peek of the much-awaited update to its good hatchback, the Altroz. The sneak peek, released earlier today, shows the major design changes the popular car will get. The launch is planned for May 22, 2025, and people are very excited for this mid-life update, the first big one since the Altroz first came out in 2020.
Outside Changes: A New and Modern Look
The sneak peek clearly shows the newly designed front, which looks sharper and more up-to-date, like Tata Motors’ newer cars such as the Curvv, Harrier, and Safari. Key things to notice include:
- New LED Headlights: The Altroz will have completely new LED headlights. The split headlight look stays, but the lights now have a two-part design with a upside-down L-shaped LED daytime running light strip above. This makes the front look more special and modern, like it has four eyes.
- Changed Grille: The top grille has been made smaller and has a new 3D pattern, with part of the Tata logo. Below it, a new, thin grille can be seen. The overall grille design makes the front look a bit more bold.
- Sportier Bumper: The front bumper has been changed a lot with new straight pieces holding the tall LED fog lights. A bigger air opening is also visible, to help cool the engine. The back bumper also seems to have a sharper, sportier design with a six-sided lower part and lights moved to a new place.
- New Flat Door Handles: For the first time in this type of car, the 2025 Altroz update will have flat door handles on the front doors, like the Tata Curvv. These handles will probably be pull-type and maybe even light up, adding a touch of class and possibly making the car a bit more efficient in how it moves through the air. The back door handles will likely stay on the side window frame.
- Redesigned Alloy Wheels: The side view will mostly be the same, but the Altroz will have newly designed alloy wheels, with a five-spoke design that looks like the wheels on electric vehicles shown in the sneak peeks.
- Connected LED Tail Lights: The back of the Altroz gets a fresh look with new LED tail lights that are now joined by a full-width LED light bar, with a special T-shape. The shape of the tail light units themselves looks similar to the old model.
Tata Motors will still offer the Altroz in two colors together.
Inside Expectations: Good Features and Technology
While the official sneak peek doesn’t show the inside, big updates are expected to make it feel more high-quality:
- Bigger Infotainment System: The 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is currently only in the Altroz Racer version, is expected to be in all the standard Altroz models. This system will likely work with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- New Digital Driver’s Screen: A new digital screen for the driver, possibly a 10.25-inch one, is expected, offering a more modern and clear display for the driver.
- 360-Degree Camera: To make driving safer and easier, the updated Altroz is expected to have a 360-degree camera system.
- Redesigned Dashboard and Seats: The dashboard will likely have a smoother and sharper design, possibly using soft materials. New seat covers are also expected to make the inside look fresher.
- New Steering Wheel: Tata Motors’ new two-spoke steering wheel with a light-up brand logo, like on other recent models, might be in the Altroz update.
- More Features: Other expected features include a rearview mirror that dims automatically, USB Type-C ports, and a wireless phone charger. Seats that blow cool air, currently offered in the Altroz Racer, could also be added to better versions.
Engine Choices: Likely to Stay the Same
Under the hood, the 2025 Tata Altroz update is expected to keep the same engine choices, offering many options to suit different needs:
- 1.2-litre Normal Petrol: Making 88 bhp and 115 Nm of power, with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
- 1.2-litre Turbo Petrol: Making 118 bhp and 170 Nm of power (only in the Altroz Racer), with a 6-speed manual gearbox. An 85 bhp / 113 Nm version of this engine is also available with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox in other models.
- 1.5-litre Diesel: Putting out 89 bhp and 200 Nm of power, with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Importantly, the Altroz is still the only small hatchback to offer a diesel engine.
- 1.2-litre Petrol-CNG: Giving 72.4 bhp and 103 Nm of power, available with a 5-speed manual gearbox. This version has Tata’s special two-cylinder system to make more space in the boot.
No changes are expected to the engine or gearbox choices for the updated model.
Competition and Price:
The Tata Altroz competes with other good hatchbacks like the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Glanza, and Hyundai i20. The update aims to make it stronger by offering a more modern look, better features, and keeping its many engine options, including the unique diesel one.
While official prices will be announced at the launch, the 2025 Tata Altroz update is expected to cost a little more than the current model, which costs from about ₹6.65 lakh to ₹11.30 lakh (without extra charges).
Conclusion:
The sneak peek of the 2025 Tata Altroz update has made people very interested, showing big design changes that promise a more stylish and modern hatchback. With expected improvements to the inside and keeping its useful engine options, the Altroz is set to become an even better choice in the competitive small hatchback market. Everyone is now waiting for the official launch on May 22nd to find out all the details and prices of this much-awaited update.