Toyota Glanza vs Hyundai i20 Active [2015-2018]

As we bid farewell to the Toyota Glanza, we reflect on the aspects that have truly won us over and the areas where it could potentially improve.

Ease of driving, convenient dimensions and good fuel economy make hatchbacks a sensible purchase for an urban dweller and we may attribute a certain percentage of hatchback sales primarily for the above mentioned requirements. But, the humble hatchback might not be on everyone’s shopping list. For people with money to spend, they might just opt for a sedan or an SUV, and now we also have to take into account the new “in things” – crossovers. Still, if a large crossover doesn’t figure on someone’s list, they might just settle for the next best segment. Now, we have another segment that has reared its head - the hatchback-based crossover. This segment is still in its nappies and currently there are only three cars in this segment – Fiat Avventura, Toyota Etios Cross and VW Cross Polo.

After the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios served its term admirably, I was handed over the keys to my newest long-termer, and I am happy to report that it’s another hatchback! It’s the Toyota Glanza painted in ‘Café White’.