Tata Tigor vs Premier Rio [2012-2015]

CarWale brings you comparison of Tata Tigor and Premier Rio [2012-2015]. The Tata Tigor price is Rs. 6.30 Lakh and Premier Rio [2012-2015] price is Rs. 5.09 Lakh. The Tata Tigor is available in 1199 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG and Premier Rio [2012-2015] is available in 1173 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. Tigor provides the mileage of 19.2 kmpl.

Tigor vs Rio [2012-2015] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Tigor	Rio [2012-2015]
Price	Rs. 6.30 Lakh	Rs. 5.09 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1199 cc	1173 cc
Power	85 bhp	77 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Tata Tigor

Rs. 6.30 Lakh

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Premier Rio [2012-2015]

Rs. 5.09 Lakh

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Premier Rio [2012-2015]

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC	1173 cc, 4 Cylinders
Engine Type	Revotron 1.2 L	MPFi
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	85 bhp @ 6000 rpm	77 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	113 Nm @ 3300 rpm	104 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	19.2View Mileage Details
Driving Range (Km)	672
Drivetrain	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
3993 3970
Width (mm)
1677 1570
Height (mm)
1532 1730
Wheelbase (mm)
2450 2420
Ground Clearance (mm)
170 200
Kerb Weight (kg)
992 1080
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
4 5
Seating Capacity (Person)
5 5
No of Rows (Rows)
2 2
Bootspace (litres)
419 454
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
35 46

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Independent , Lower wishbone , McPherson ( dual path ) strut type	McPherson strut & coil spring
Rear Suspension	Rear Twist beam with coil spring mounted on hydraulic shock absorbers.	5 rods system
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.1	4.7
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel
Front Tyres	175 / 65 R14	205 / 70 R15
Rear Tyres	175 / 65 R14	205 / 70 R15

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Puncture Repair Kit
NCAP Rating	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Remote
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Co-Driver Only
Parking Sensors	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt
12V Power Outlets	1

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Light Grey and Slate
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front Only

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Black
Power Windows	Front Only	Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs	Internally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Black
Interior Door Handles	Painted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Key	With Key

Exterior
Body-coloured Bumpers
Lighting
Headlights Halogen
Taillights
LED
Fog Lights
Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Digital

Entertainment, Information & Communication
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Speakers
4
Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)
3
Warranty (In Kilometres)
100000

Brochure

Colours

	Arizona Blue	Mystic Black
	Daytona Grey	Topoz Blue
	Magnetic Red	Cherry Red
	Meteor Bronze	Sterling Silver
	Opal White	Tafeta White

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Tigor vs Rio [2012-2015] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Tata Tigor and Premier Rio [2012-2015]?

Tata Tigor price is Rs. 6.30 Lakh and Premier Rio [2012-2015] price is Rs. 5.09 Lakh. Hence Premier Rio [2012-2015] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Tigor compared to Rio [2012-2015]?

For the XE variant, 1199 cc Petrol engine of Tigor produces 85 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm of torque. For the GX variant, 1173 cc Petrol engine of Rio [2012-2015] produces 77 bhp @ 5800 rpm of power and 104 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque.

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Tata Tigor vs Premier Rio [2012-2015]

Length (mm)	3993	3970
Width (mm)	1677	1570
Height (mm)	1532	1730
Wheelbase (mm)	2450	2420
Ground Clearance (mm)	170	200
Kerb Weight (kg)	992	1080

Doors (Doors)	4	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	419	454
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	35	46

Headlights	Halogen
Taillights	LED
Fog Lights		Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps	Centre
Headlight Height Adjuster

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Speakers		4

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking		Remote
Child Safety Lock