2020 Tata Altroz XZ Vs Hyundai i20 Asta - Specs, Dimension, Feature Comparison

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2020 Tata Altroz XZ vs Hyundai Elite i20 Asta - Dimensions Comparison

The Tata Altroz is about as long as the Elite i20, but it’s slightly wider - 2cm to be precise. On the flip side, it has a 7cm shorter wheelbase and has a 5mm lower ground clearance. A longer wheelbase helps liberate more cabin space, but it adversely affects the boot space. Therefore, the 2020 Tata Altroz has a considerably larger boot capacity of 345 litres - 60 litres more than the Hyundai i20.

In the dimension comparison, it’s difficult to pick out a clear winner. Each of the two cars has its unique strengths. So, we’ll call this even.

Winner: None

2020 Tata Altroz XZ vs Hyundai Elite i20 Asta - Petrol Engine Spec Comparison

The petrol engine of the Tata Altroz makes 86PS of power - the same as that of the Hyundai i20. The torque rating is also very similar - 113Nm for the Altroz and 115Nm for the i20. What’s important to note here is that the Altroz’ torque comes in considerably early at 3300rpm, while the i20 delivers its peak torque at 4000rpm. This should result in a marked improvement in the bottom end performance and city drivability of the Tata Altroz compared to the Hyundai i20.

The i20 though, has a CVT automatic transmission option, while the Altroz doesn’t have any type of automatic at the moment.

Winner: 2020 Tata Altroz XZ

2020 Tata Altroz XZ vs Hyundai Elite i20 Asta - Diesel Engine Spec Comparison

Just like the petrol engine, the Altroz’ diesel engine’s performance is also very city-friendly with strong low- and mid-range torque output. At 90PS, the power output of the Altroz exactly matches the i20’s, while its peak torque is 20Nm lower. However, the peak torque comes in 250rpm sooner and stays put for till 3000rpm. Although the Altroz’ torque output is lower, it has a wider peak torque band than that of the i20’s.

It’s also possible that Hyundai’s 1.4-litre diesel engine pushes out a torque of 200Nm or more for a wider rev range than the Altroz. So, while the Altroz diesel may be good, but may not be Hyundai-i20 good. Based on the torque graph published here, the i20 makes 200Nm or more torque from about 1200rpm to 3300rpm.

Winner: Hyundai Elite i20 Asta

2020 Tata Altroz XZ vs Hyundai Elite i20 Asta - Feature Comparison

The features common for the top variants of the Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz are listed in the following table.

In addition, the Altroz XZ has the following features that you won’t get with the Hyundai Elite i20 Asta:

• Cruise control
• Multi-drive modes
• Umbrella holder
• Automatic wipers
• Ambient lighting
• 7-inch full-colour LCD instrument console
• Auto start/stop

The Hyundai i20 Asta, on the other hand, also has the following unique features:

• 60:40 split rear seat
• Auto-dimming inside mirror
• Telescopic steering
• 2 thorax/side airbags
• 2 curtain airbags

While the Tata Altroz XZ variant has some style and functional features, the Hyundai Elite i20 Asta has some functional and safety features. Both have their place and therefore, we’d say that they’re evenly matched.

Winner: None

2020 Tata Altroz XZ vs Hyundai Elite i20 Asta - Price Comparison

The Hyundai Elite i20’s petrol range with the manual transmission costs between Rs. 5.53 lakh and Rs. 8.09 lakh, while the diesel variants’ prices range from Rs. 6.91 to Rs. 9.34 lakh.

Based on our estimates, we expect the Tata Altroz to be about as expensive as the Elite i20. We believe the prices of the Altorz’s petrol variants could range from Rs. 5.49 to Rs. 8.09 lakh. The diesel range of the 2020 Tata Altroz could start at Rs. 6.99 lakh and top out at Rs. 9.49 lakh.

Unfortunately, we can’t objectively pick a clear winner as the two cars have their own individual strengths. The Tata Altroz XZ petrol engine has a stronger torque delivery, but the Hyundai’s diesel beats the Altroz’ diesel engine in the same criterion. The features are also evenly-matched, as both cars have some unique features. Similarly, their prices and dimensions are pretty even. It seems you can’t go wrong with either of these. Nevertheless,  if you want to stand out, then the Tata Altroz is a better option, as there are lakhs of Hyundai i20’s already on the streets.

Winner: None