Tata Altroz Racer Edition: TVC Released

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Tata Altroz to get a massive update to challenge the Hyundai i20 N: Details

The Tata Altroz Racer hot hatch concept, which was showcased at the Auto Expo 2023, is looking to turn into reality, for the production version of the same has been spied on test for the first time.

A heavily camouflaged test mule of the Tata Altroz Racer has been spied out in the open near Tata’s production facility in Pune. The test mule spied had its bonnet open for some general checkup, which revealed that the engine cover has “Racer” written over it by hand. It denotes that the test mule is actually of the Tata Altroz Racer, which was introduced at the Auto Expo 2023 as a more powerful and premium version of the already-on-sale Tata Altroz hatchback.

The Tata Altroz Racer hatchback, which was showcased at the Auto Expo 2023, looks exactly like the standard version of the Altroz, though its front bonnet is finished in a contrasting black shade.

Even the rearview mirrors, roof, front grille, 16-inch alloy wheels and rear boot lid garnish feature a gloss black theme for a sportier approach.

The cabin of the Tata Altroz Racer hatchback is spruced up with a new upholstery and trim garnish with a dual-tone black and red theme.

A few new features were introduced in the Altroz Racer, which at the moment, are not offered in the standard Altroz, such as a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a full-TFT instrument console, six airbags, wireless charger, ventilated front seats and air purifier.

It was also showcased with a single-pane sunroof, which was added to the standard Altroz a few months ago, as a part of periodic variant updates.

The big change in the Tata Altroz Racer, as compared to the standard Altroz, lies under the hood, with the former having a more powerful iteration of the 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. Here in the Altroz Racer, the engine is in the turbocharged state of tune, which already powers the petrol variants of Nexon. Showcased with a 6-speed manual transmission, the engine in the Tata Altroz Racer was claimed to deliver 120 PS of power and 170 Nm of torque.

With these claims and features list, the Tata Altroz Racer aims directly at the Hyundai i20 N-Line which is currently the only budget hot hatchback available in India.

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Tata Altroz Racer spotted testing completely undisguised

Tata Motors is gearing up to the launch of its new hatchback, the Altroz Racer, in India. Prior to this, the spotting of this new model has become more frequent. Recently, a new test mule of the Tata Altroz Racer was spotted testing completely undisguised in the country. This new test vehicle gives us a clear idea of what this new and more sporty iteration of the Altroz will look like on public roads.

These pictures of the Tata Altroz Racer being tested on public roads have come courtesy of Zigwheels. From the first picture, we can note that the overall exterior design remains the same as the current model. However, it was seen finished in a more sporty-looking orange color.

Apart from the color, it was seen with two white stripes on the bonnet. These stripes continue onto the roof of this car as well. What can also be noticed was that the roof and bonnet of this car were finished in high-gloss black. What was also noticed on this particular test vehicle were its alloy wheels.

Instead of wearing a different set of alloy wheels, it was seen with the same directional 8-spoke 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels seen on the standard car. Most likely, these were test wheels and it will come with a different and more sporty-looking design with the production car.

The interior pictures of this particular test mule have not been shared online. However, we do know that the Tata Altroz Racer will get a more sporty yet premium-looking interior. It will get an all-black theme with orange accents all around.

Tata Altroz Racer’s list of features include orange and white stripes on the black leather seats, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a 10.25-inch digital instrument gauge cluster. Apart from these, there will be orange accents surrounding the AC vents.

It will most likely also be offered with a head-up display and ventilated seats as well. Lastly, it will now also get orange ambient lighting and a set of orange lights in the footwell area.

Coming to the main highlight of the Altroz Racer, it is its 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine. This motor has been borrowed from its larger sibling, the Nexon sub-compact SUV. In the Altroz Racer, it will be making around 118 nhp and 172 Nm of torque.

Tata Motors will be offering this new model with a manual gearbox. It could most likely also come mated to an automatic transmission option as well. Altroz Racer is also expected to come equipped with a sports-oriented suspension setup and re-tuned steering dynamics for better handling. An upgraded braking setup is also expected.

Once launched, this new model will be directly competing with the Hyundai i20 N-Line. Reportedly, it will be making its official debut next month in June. As per the reports, it could be priced in the range of Rs 11 to Rs 14 lakh in the country.

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Absolutely loud . Cant believe these are the same people who brought out the JTP twins . The Altroz is such a beautifully styled car , why mess it up with loud elements like a black bonnet and what's that black treatment at the c pillar. Cant you add some subtle elements like a small badge on the grill or revised grill pattern or a sportier air intake grill. The racer name is very apt for this.

 

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Tata Altroz Racer teased ahead of launch

Tata Motors has released a teaser for the Altroz Racer, which is slated for launch next month. This sportier version of Tata’s premium hatchback will get a more powerful engine, a unique exterior finish, and more equipment than the standard Altroz.

The teaser confirms that the Tata Altroz Racer will have a unique orange and black dual-tone exterior finish. The black trim won’t be limited to the roof, wing mirrors and window line as seen in the standard dual-tone Altroz; in Racer, it will also cover the pillars. However, the 16-inch alloys are the same as the standard model.

Earlier, spy shots revealed that the Altroz Racer will get white racing stripes on the bonnet, just like the car showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. The model is also expected to sport ‘Racer’ badges and a slightly refreshed grille.

The Altroz Racer’s cabin will likely get cosmetic changes that reflect its sportier exterior. These include highlights on the dashboard and new upholstery. Tata is also expected to equip the Racer with more features than the standard Altroz: a new 10.25-inch touchscreen, segment-first ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, a heads-up display, and a voice-assisted sunroof could be added.

Unlike the standard Altroz iTurbo, which is powered by a 110hp, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine, the Racer will have the Nexon’s 120hp, 1.2-litre unit, making it 10hp and 30Nm more powerful. That will also put it in direct competition with the Hyundai i20 N Line, which has a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 120hp and 172Nm. Tata is expected to offer the Racer with only a 6-speed manual transmission.

Expect the Altroz Racer to be priced higher than the iTurbo, which falls in the Rs 9.20 lakh–10.10 lakh range. That would pit it against the i20 N Line, which costs Rs 10 lakh–11.42 lakh for the manual variants and Rs 11.15 lakh–12.52 lakh for the automatic trims. The Maruti Fronx (Rs 9.73 lakh–12.86 lakh) and Toyota Taisor (Rs 10.56 lakh–12.88 lakh) with their 100hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engines will also rival the Altroz Racer.

All prices, ex-showroom, India

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Tata Altroz Racer bookings open

Tata Motors has officially begun accepting bookings for its upcoming Altroz Racer, before its launch, which is expected next week. Essentially the sportier version of the Altroz hatchback, the Racer gets unique exterior finishes, a matching interior, more equipment, and a more powerful engine.

Tata Altroz Racer variants, features
Along with the announcement of Altroz Racer bookings commencing, the model’s brochure has also been leaked online, giving us nearly every detail of the upcoming warm-hatch. With three variants on offer – R1, R2 and R3 – even the entry-level trim gets plenty of bells and whistles. The Altroz Racer R1 variant is even better equipped than the standard Altroz’s top-spec XZ+ trim, adding kit such as four more airbags, a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen, and a sportier exhaust. However, it makes do with a 4-inch semi-analogue instrument cluster, and does not get a sunroof.

To get the 7-inch digital instrument cluster, the powered sunroof, wireless charging, 360-degree camera and blind spot monitor, you’ll have to opt for the Altroz Racer R2. The top-spec R3 variant adds Tata’s connected car tech, ventilated front seats and an air purifier. As we’ve mentioned before, the Altroz Racer debuts segment-first kit such as the cooled seats and 360-degree camera with blind spot monitoring.

Tata Altroz Racer powertrain
The brochure leak also confirms that the Altroz Racer will be powered by the Nexon’s 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that makes 120hp and 170Nm of peak torque. Only a 6-speed manual gearbox is available. However, to match the sporty aspirations, Tata will also fit a sportier-sounding exhaust.

Tata Altroz Racer interior, exterior highlights
Spy shots had revealed that the Altroz Racer will get the same dual-tone finish seen on the car displayed at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo, albeit with the standard model’s 16-inch alloy wheels. We can now confirm that there will be a total of three paint options on offer – the previously seen Atomic Orange, Avenue White and Pure Grey – all of which come with a contrasting black finish on the bonnet and roof, and white racing stripes on the bonnet.

The Altroz Racer’s interior will mirror the exterior finish; highlights of the corresponding exterior colour will be used around the AC vents, on the centre console, gearbox and on the seat upholstery.

Tata will be offering a 3-year/1 lakh km warranty as standard with the Altroz Racer. Expect the Altroz Racer to be priced significantly higher than the standard Altroz iTurbo, which is curently priced between Rs 9.20 lakh and Rs 10.10 lakh, ex-showroom, India.

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Tata Altroz Racer launching on 7th June

Tata is all set to launch its all-new Altroz Racer in the market. The sportier version of the Altroz is expected to be launched on 7th June. We have already seen several teaser videos and images of the upcoming Tata Altroz Racer online. Here we have a list of 5 Big Changes that differentiate the Altroz Racer from the regular version.

We’ll start with the engine first. The Tata Altroz is usually offered with two petrol and one diesel engine option. There is a 1.2-liter, naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 1.5-liter, turbocharged diesel engine, and a 1.2-liter, turbocharged petrol engine (iTurbo variant). The Altroz Racer will use the same 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine as the iTurbo variant. However, it will be tuned differently.

It will generate more power and torque than usual. The 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine will generate 120 PS and 170 Nm of peak torque. It will be offered with a 6-speed manual transmission only. It should also be noted that only the NA petrol engine gets an automatic or DCA transmission option. All the other engine options come with a manual gearbox only.

The Tata Altroz Racer can easily be differentiated from the regular version. The exterior design of the hatchback will remain the same; however, to give it a sportier look, the paint job has been changed. It will be offered with an Orange and Black dual-tone theme. There will be white racing stripes that start from the bonnet and go all the way to the end of the roof. The pillars and the lower window garnish will also be finished in black for a sporty look. We can also see Racer branding in several places, such as the front fender, which differentiates it from the regular Altroz. The orange is a new shade, and it remains to be seen if Tata will offer the Racer version exclusively in this shade.

The touchscreen on the current version of the Altroz is smaller and looks dated. This will be replaced with a brand new 10.25-inch unit, which we already saw in the Nexon, Harrier, and Safari. The touchscreen will also have Tata’s new UI, which looks premium. Along with the touchscreen infotainment system, Tata will also update the instrument cluster. The semi-digital instrument cluster will be replaced with an all-digital one.

Tata is expected to offer the Altroz Racer with ventilated seats at the front. This would make the Altroz the only hatchback in its segment to get this feature. Just like the exterior, the interior of the hatchback also gets cosmetic changes. The cabin is mostly finished in black with orange accents. The racing stripes can be seen on the seats too. The seat covers on the Altroz Racer are finished in leatherette material.

The Tata Altroz Racer will also get features like a 360-degree camera with a blind spot monitoring feature. This is a premium feature that no other car in the segment gets. Other than this, Tata is also expected to offer a Head-Up Display or HUD, which makes the car look premium and sportier.

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Tata Altroz Racer launching on 7th June

Tata is all set to launch its all-new Altroz Racer in the market. The sportier version of the Altroz is expected to be launched on 7th June. We have already seen several teaser videos and images of the upcoming Tata Altroz Racer online. Here we have a list of 5 Big Changes that differentiate the Altroz Racer from the regular version.

We’ll start with the engine first. The Tata Altroz is usually offered with two petrol and one diesel engine option. There is a 1.2-liter, naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 1.5-liter, turbocharged diesel engine, and a 1.2-liter, turbocharged petrol engine (iTurbo variant). The Altroz Racer will use the same 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine as the iTurbo variant. However, it will be tuned differently.

It will generate more power and torque than usual. The 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine will generate 120 PS and 170 Nm of peak torque. It will be offered with a 6-speed manual transmission only. It should also be noted that only the NA petrol engine gets an automatic or DCA transmission option. All the other engine options come with a manual gearbox only.

The Tata Altroz Racer can easily be differentiated from the regular version. The exterior design of the hatchback will remain the same; however, to give it a sportier look, the paint job has been changed. It will be offered with an Orange and Black dual-tone theme. There will be white racing stripes that start from the bonnet and go all the way to the end of the roof. The pillars and the lower window garnish will also be finished in black for a sporty look. We can also see Racer branding in several places, such as the front fender, which differentiates it from the regular Altroz. The orange is a new shade, and it remains to be seen if Tata will offer the Racer version exclusively in this shade.

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The touchscreen on the current version of the Altroz is smaller and looks dated. This will be replaced with a brand new 10.25-inch unit, which we already saw in the Nexon, Harrier, and Safari. The touchscreen will also have Tata’s new UI, which looks premium. Along with the touchscreen infotainment system, Tata will also update the instrument cluster. The semi-digital instrument cluster will be replaced with an all-digital one.

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Tata is expected to offer the Altroz Racer with ventilated seats at the front. This would make the Altroz the only hatchback in its segment to get this feature. Just like the exterior, the interior of the hatchback also gets cosmetic changes. The cabin is mostly finished in black with orange accents. The racing stripes can be seen on the seats too. The seat covers on the Altroz Racer are finished in leatherette material.

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The Tata Altroz Racer will also get features like a 360-degree camera with a blind spot monitoring feature. This is a premium feature that no other car in the segment gets. Other than this, Tata is also expected to offer a Head-Up Display or HUD, which makes the car look premium and sportier.

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How much will it cost? Something tells me it's a lot for the local market.

 

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2024 Tata Altroz Racer - Detailed Walkaround

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How much will it cost? Something tells me it's a lot for the local market.

Market anticipates the price could be around 12/13 lakh range. Let's wait for the official launch of the car.

 

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Market anticipates the price could be around 12/13 lakh range. Let's wait for the official launch of the car.

Okay, but if your predictions are to be believed, the price is quite reasonable. Although not everyone will be able to afford it anyway.

 

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Okay, but if your predictions are to be believed, the price is quite reasonable. Although not everyone will be able to afford it anyway.

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