Tata Tiago: Tata Tiago is a compact hatchback that has made quite a name for itself in the Indian car market. And with that sturdy construction; youthful design; good safety rating, the Tiago gets the job done right for those who want nothing more than peace, practicality, and savings!

It’s a car for the masses, targeting everything from first-time car buyers to city commuters and small families, all without breaking the bank.

Slotting in the range below the Altroz, the Tiago is up against competitors such as the Maruti Swift, Hyundai Grand i10, and Renault Kwid in the market, and it still manages to put up a fight with its rugged construction and class-leading features.

Bold and Sporty Exterior

The Tata Tiago leaves no one in doubt when it comes to its sharp and up-to-date looks. The front grille comprises of Tata’s signature “humanity line” and a slim chrome strip that runs across the angular headlamps.

It looks punchy for the overall size of the car, thanks to having a sculpted bumper, sporty fog lamp housing and edgy creases.

From the side, the Tiago looks nice and well proportioned with a set of clean lines, alloy wheels (on higher trims) and a slightly rising window line giving it a sporty appeal. The back, on the other hand looks young with the sharp tail lamps, small spoiler and well-designed bumper.

In totality, the Tiago does well to find a balance between beauty and everyday usage.

Smooth, Comfortable And Well-Equipped Cabin

Get inside the Tiago, and the cabin is a revelation. It’s roomy for a hatchback in its class and the dashboard is cleanly arranged with a medley of textures and colors that give it a premium feel. Modern touches also include the flat-bottom steering wheel, digital instrument cluster and well-integrated 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Seats are supportive, cushioning is good. Front passengers enjoy plenty of head and legroom and the back bench is most comfortable with two adults and a child aboard.

You get 242 liters of boot space which is good enough for city driving and a little weekend bag.

The Tiago is loaded with the likes of Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, steering-mounted controls, rear parking sensors with a camera, automatic climate control and power-adjustable ORVMs. For a budget hatch, It has more than you would expect!

Here is where performance and city-focused dynamics smooth out contribute to a career.

The Tata Tiago is offered with a 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine which churns out close to 86 PS and 113 Nm torque. This is a motor designed more for low-end grunt and economy than outright performance.

It comes with a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox for the convenience of both enthusiasts and urban residents.

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In the city, the engine feels perfectly capable — the power delivery is linear and the clutch action light.

On highways, the Tiago is capable of munching miles at 90–100 km/h, but make no mistake, it’s no corner-muncher or piste-thrasher.

The AMT version is good for city driving and there is less jerking during gear changes.

Ride quality of Tiago is one of the best. The suspension does a good job of tending to bumps and potholes, and the car remains planted, even on rough roads. The steering remains light around town, and good feedback at higher speeds.

Safety and Build Quality

Safety is one of the defining features of the Tata Tiago. It also got a 4-star safety rating from Global NCAP, becoming one of the safest cars in the segment.

In terms of safety, you get dual airbags, ABS with EBD, corner stability control, reverse parking sensors and seatbelt reminders as standard.

All of this focus on structural integrity and sound engineering means that the Tiago is better than most of its segment rivals in terms of protecting its occupants and resisting wear and tear over the years.

Pros of Tata Tiago

Looks great – a bit sporty, catches the eye in traffic

Good safety scores, well-constructed for the price

Decent ride comfort, good for daily city and semi highway use

High-tech options list and infotainment system

Low-cost of maintenance, and assurance for after-sales service

Cons of Tata Tiago

You’re looking at modest performance here, not driving excitement.

AMT does get jerky with sudden throttle inputs

Three-cylinder not very refined at higher revs

Rear seating room good for two, snug for three adults

No diesel engine, no turbo option — will disappoint some enthusiasts

Tata Tiago: Final Verdict

Tata Tiago is a small car with a big punch. It combines fashion, safety, comfort, and ease for the ultimate in chic strollers.

If you are a first-time car buyer, or if you are in need of a sensible trustworthy car for the city, the Tiago is truly a car that makes sense – and one that leaves you with little to complain about.

For the peace of mind it brings, practicality and a dab of dazzle, Tiago shows that good things really do come in small packages.