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Tata Motors has launched the Aeris, a comprehensively updated replacement for the Tigor, at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs. 5.29 lakh, running up to Rs. 9.74 lakh across the range. Rather than badging it a Tigor facelift, Tata has given the sub-4m sedan a new name entirely — and a genuinely more tech-focused package than the car it replaces.
Tata Aeris Price & Variant Line-up
The Aeris is offered in five trims — Smart, Pure, Pure+, Creative and Accomplished — with both petrol-manual and CNG-manual options, and CNG offered with an AMT automatic for the first time in this segment.
Tata Aeris: Dimensions vs Tigor
| Spec | Tata Aeris | Tata Tigor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 3995mm | 3993mm | +2mm |
| Width | 1684mm | 1677mm | +7mm |
| Height | 1532mm | 1532mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 2450mm | 2450mm | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170mm | 170mm | — |
| Boot Space (Petrol) | 419L | 419L | — |
Tata claims the Aeris offers the largest boot space in its segment, ahead of the Maruti Dzire, Honda Amaze and Hyundai Aura, in both petrol and CNG form — a genuine practicality win given CNG tanks typically eat into boot space on rival sedans.
Engine & Transmission Options
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2L 3-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Power | 86 PS |
| Torque | 113 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT |
| CNG Option | Twin-cylinder factory-fitted, available with AMT |
The Aeris retains the Tigor's proven petrol and CNG powertrains unchanged, with Tata claiming minor low-end refinement improvements. The standout here is the CNG-AMT combination — offering clutchless city driving without giving up CNG's running-cost advantage, a genuinely rare pairing in this price bracket.
Interior & Technology
The Aeris brings a considerably more modern cabin than the outgoing Tigor:
- 10.25-inch freestanding touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (higher variants)
- Fully digital instrument cluster
- Ventilated front seats — a segment-first for this class of sedan
- Wireless phone charger with space for two phones
- Integrated dashcam
- Automatic climate control
- Powered, auto-folding ORVMs
- Rear AC vents
- Type-C fast-charging ports for both rows
- Leatherette seat upholstery
Safety Features
- 6 airbags
- Rear parking sensors
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
- 3-point seatbelts with reminders for all occupants
- 360-degree camera (higher variants)
Exterior Design
The Aeris shares its overall silhouette with the Tigor but borrows heavily from the Tiago's design language — the same front light setup, blacked-out ORVMs with turn indicators, 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, slim wheel-arch cladding, chrome door handles and a chrome window-line trim. Six exterior colours are available: Dandeli Drizzle (Lavender), Nitro Crimson (Red), Dune Glow (Sand), Daytona Grey, Pure Grey and Pristine White.
Aeris vs Tigor: What Actually Changed
Tata's own positioning is candid about this: the Aeris isn't a mechanical reinvention — engines, dimensions and the core platform carry over almost unchanged from the Tigor. The real changes are concentrated entirely in features and perceived quality: a bigger touchscreen, ventilated seats, a dashcam, wireless charging and the CNG-AMT option are the genuine upgrades buyers are paying for.
Why This Launch Matters
The Aeris enters a compact-sedan segment that's seen renewed competition recently, going up directly against the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze. With Tata's twin-cylinder CNG technology preserving boot space and now offering an automatic option, the Aeris is positioned to compete hardest against the Dzire CNG specifically — a segment where Maruti has historically dominated.
Final Word
The Aeris represents Tata's clearest answer yet to a common compact-sedan complaint: that budget-friendly sedans force buyers to choose between CNG efficiency and modern convenience features. By keeping the proven Tigor mechanicals underneath while adding ventilated seats, a dashcam and CNG-AMT, Tata has built a genuinely more complete package at a starting price that undercuts most direct rivals.
Further Reading & Tools on V3Cars
- 2026 Tata Aeris Launched At Rs. 5.29 Lakh; Gets More Features Than Tigor
- 2026 Tata Aeris Variant-Wise Powertrain Options (Petrol, CNG)
- 2026 Tata Aeris Variant-Wise Colours
- 2026 Tata Aeris Variant-Wise Features – Smart, Pure, Pure Plus, Creative And Accomplished
- Tata Aeris Must Get The 'Boring' Things Right To Challenge Maruti Dzire – Opinion
- V3Cars Car On-Road Price Calculator
- V3Cars Fuel Cost Calculator
Prices, variants and features are subject to change by Tata Motors without prior notice. Deliveries are expected to begin in October 2026. Always confirm current ex-showroom and on-road pricing with your nearest Tata Motors dealership.
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