Comparing the Tata Altroz and the Volkswagen Golf GTI side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Tata Altroz is available at ₹629,989, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 88 PS @ 6000 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.33 kmpl for the Tata Altroz versus 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free Unit | — |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual/AMT, 6-Speed DCA | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 19.33 kmpl | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 88 PS @ 6000 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 L | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,461 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,036 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Smart Digital Steering Wheel with Tilt adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Remote keyless entry with perimeter anti-theft alert systems | Yes |
| Climate Control | ClimaTouch Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) with specialized 'Xpress Cool' rapid venting | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.16 cm digital read-out up to a premium 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT digital instrument cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | UltraView 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) HD Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart proximity entry with Passive Entry | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear power windows with one-shot auto up/down on the driver side | Yes |
| Push Start | Passive Start (PEPS) push button | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated console-mounted rear vents included | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium tailored fabric or dual-tone perforated leatherette theme | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 8-Speaker Premium Audio Array | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection available on 'S' designated variants | — |
| USB Ports | Front dual ports (including 65W fast-charging Type-C outputs) along with dedicated rear charging outlets | Yes |
| Voice Command | Advanced Voice Assist interpretation supporting direct vehicle controls for climate, audio, and sunroof functionality | — |
| Wireless Charger | Built-in wireless smartphone charging pad with status display indicators | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | Integrated high-intensity LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED Front Fog Lamps with built-in cornering light illumination functions | Yes |
| Headlight | Luminate LED Projector Headlamps with automatic auto-on functionality | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding Piano Black side mirrors with integrated LED blinkers | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Equipped with a rear wiper, washer jet, and defogger lines | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity Connected LED Tail Lamps with end-to-end light signatures | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/60 R16 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless Tyres | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree HD Surround View Camera System | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Proximity warning radar standard | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Real-time individual Tyre Pressure Monitoring System active display | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pristine WhitePure GreyRoyal BlueEmber GlowDune Glow | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
