Tata Altroz Racer vs Hyundai i20 N line: Engine, dimensions, specifications and features compared

Tata Motors is getting ready to introduce a sportier variant of the Altroz hatchback called Altroz Racer. The hatch was first showcased at the 2023 Delhi Auto Expo and then later at this year’s Bharat Mobility Expo. When launched, the Altroz Racer will directly take on the Hyundai i20 N line. In this article, let’s compare the Altroz Racer with the i20 N line in terms of dimensions, features, powertrain and specifications.

First let’s talk about the pricing and variants, the i20 N line is offered in two variants – N6 and N8 with prices starting from Rs 9.99 lakh and going up to 12.5 lakhs (both prices Ex-showroom).The Altroz Racer too is expected to get two main variants and prices are expected to begin from Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom).

The i20 N line measures 3995 mm in length, 1775 mm in width, 1505 in height and a 2580 mm wheelbase. The Altroz Racer measures 3990 mm in length, 1755 mm in width, 1523 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2501mm. The i20 N line is 5mm longer, 20mm wider, and has a 79mm longer wheelbase than the Altroz Racer. Both SUVs have a similar ground clearance and get 16-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels.

Moving inside, the i20 N line gets an all-black interior with subtle red accents and N Line badging on the seats and steering wheel. It also gets red ambient lighting, a metal finish on the pedals and an N Line-specific steering wheel and gear lever. In terms of features, the hatchback gets a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and OTA updates, a digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charging, reverse camera with sensors, automatic headlamps, cruise control, automatic climate control, electric sunroof and a 7-speaker Bose sound system. In terms of safety, it gets 6 airbags, three-point seatbelts with seatbelt reminders for all passengers, a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), electronic stability control (ESC) and hill assist control.
The Altroz Racer on the other hand also has a sporty interior with a black dashboard layout coloured accents and contrast stitching for the seats and steering wheel. It also features coloured inserts and ambient lighting based on the exterior colour.

In terms of features, it will come equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, connected car tech, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera, a heads-up display and a voice-assisted sunroof, automatic climate control, a fully digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, cruise control, parking sensors and more. In terms of safety, the Altroz gets 6 airbags, TPMS, ISOFIX mounts, electronic stability control (ESC), hill assist control and three-point seatbelts with seatbelt reminders for all passengers. It should be noted that the regular variants of the Tata Altroz have scored a 5-star safety rating in Global NCAP crash tests.
Comparing the powertrain, the i20 N line is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cyl, turbo petrol engine with 120 hp of power and 172 Nm of torque. Gearbox options include a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT. The i20 N line additionally gets a twin-tip sportier exhaust note, stiff suspension setup, and all-wheel disc brakes over the regular i20.

The Altroz Racer will be powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cyl, turbo petrol engine with 120 hp of power and 170 Nm of torque. Gearbox options might include a 6-speed manual or a DCA gearbox (dual-clutch automatic).