Tata Tigor Competition Check

Everybody is talking about Tata’s newly-launched Tigor ‘styleback’ priced at Rs 4.7 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The new Tigor is a sub-four-metre compact sedan based on the Tiago hatchback. The Tiago proved to be a runaway success with its aggressive pricing and a value for money package. The Tigor, now, wants to follow suit, as it too bears the stamp of the manufacturer’s IMPACT design language and a unique fastback-esque body style. We have driven the car and you can read all about it over here.

As far has competition is concerned, the Tigor enters into a well-established segment of compact sedans. Here is a competition check on how it fares against its adversaries.

Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire

The undisputed leader in the compact sedan segment has been the Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire. The Dzire averages sales of more than 15,000 units every month. One of the strongest selling points for the Dzire is the massive boot space. However, with the ‘styleback’ boot, the Tigor at 419litre has more boot space than the Dzire’s 320litres. Though the Dzire is a tad bigger, the Tigor’s wheelbase is longer. Both the cars are equally matched in terms of the feature list, equipment and engine outputs. The Dzire, however, does offer an automatic transmission, which the Tigor will also offer, but later.

Honda Amaze 

Honda’s take on the sub-four-metre compact sedan received an update last year. The Amaze is well proportioned and looks better with reworked fascia and rear, updated grille and tail lamps. Given that it’s a Honda, the Amaze is a lot more expensive compared to the Tigor. Dimensionally, the Tigor is a tad larger than the Amaze but it’s also heavier. The Amaze has a bigger and powerful engine diesel engine, and the petrol one too is a potent and peppier unit with an optional CVT transmission. The Tigor, however, looks fresh in its design and scores some brownie points for the larger boot space and the unique styling.

Hyundai Xcent

After the facelifted Grand i10, the sub-four-metre sedan is next in line to receive an update soon. The new Xcent will get a re-designed rear as reported earlier (although the current one doesn’t look too bad with a sloping roofline and a stubby boot). The Xcent looks proportionate and has a large boot space, although it is smaller than the Tigor. Engine wise, the Xcent and the Tigor are evenly matched with respect to power figures but the Xcent has an optional automatic transmission that comes with its petrol variant. The Xcent’s interior is well appointed and comes with all bells and whistles including ABS and driver side airbag as standard.