I brought the car in January 2021 and has driven it 6k since then. Buying the car was a great experience as I got the delivery within a week.
PROS :--
1. Comfortable car
The suspension of the car has been tuned in such a way that it provides amazing ride quality. Seats are comfortable too for 5 adult passengers.
2. High Speed Stability
Car is highly stable on high speeds (120+) . Steering is highly precise and is best in the class.
3. Fuel Efficient
Car has given me aggregate mileage of 15.6 in a trip of 5600 km in which I learnt driving, car was driven in all conditions (highway, city low traffic, city heavy traffic ). It gives 20+ km/l on highway if we drive within a speed of 90 kmph.
4. Looks and safety
Altroz has got the best looks in the class, both exterior and interior ( although looks are subjective ) . On the safety aspect, it has scored 5 star so nothing is needed to be said.
5. Lots and lots of storage spaces inside cabin
6. Infotainment System
Harman music system is the best that anyone can get even in a class above the premium hatchback class.
CONS :--
1. Engine Power
Tata could have offered the 4 cylinder engine instead of 3. Engine is not compatible with the body of the car and 1.2 litre naturally aspirated is a bit sluggish and vocal as compared to the other competitors in the class.
2. Smoothness (or rather the lack of it )
Engine isn't that smooth and there are vibrations inside the cabin which can be felt on steering wheel, gear knob and sometimes on the pedals too. Engine gets vocal on higher rpms ( it sounds a bit sporty ).
3. Fit and Finish
There are some evident panel gaps and sound in plastics of handle on the inside of doors.
FINAL VERDICT
Altroz is the best bang for the buck in the premium hatchback segment. If you are a car enthusiast, get either the i-turbo variant or the diesel variant. If you want a comfortable , fuel efficient and safe car to go from point A to B, go for 1.2 litre naturally aspirated.