Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Mileage, price, engine, dimensions, fuel options and transmission comparison

The Tata Aeris and Maruti Suzuki Dzire are compact sedans aimed at buyers looking for a practical family car with a separate boot, comfortable seating and affordable running costs. With Tata Motors introducing the Aeris as the successor to the Tigor, the two models are set to compete directly in India's compact sedan segment. Here we compare the prices, claimed mileage, engine specifications, dimensions, fuel options and transmission choices.

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Price comparison

The Tata Aeris has been launched at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs 5.29 lakh, undercutting the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, which starts at Rs 6.31 lakh. The Aeris' top variant, however, costs more than the Dzire's top-end version, depending on the variant and powertrain.

Prices are ex-showroom, pan-India. Tata Aeris prices are introductory.

Variant / price	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Starting price	Rs 5.29 lakh	Rs 6.31 lakh
Top-end price	Rs 9.74 lakh	Rs 9.54 lakh
Petrol and CNG	Yes	Yes
Manual and AMT	Yes	Yes

The Aeris is available in five trims: Smart, Pure, Pure+, Creative and Accomplished. Its introductory prices range from Rs 5.29 lakh to Rs 9.74 lakh across petrol and CNG variants, including manual and AMT options.

The Dzire is available in multiple petrol and CNG variants, with manual and AMT gearboxes. Its prices vary by trim and fuel option.

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Mileage comparison

Mileage is a key consideration for buyers in the compact sedan segment, particularly those who use their cars for daily office commutes and family travel.

Fuel type	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Petrol	19.2 kmpl (reported not confirmed)	Up to 25.71 kmpl (ARAI)
CNG	26.49 km/kg (reported not confirmed)	Up to 33.73 km/kg (ARAI)

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Engine and performance

Both sedans use naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engines. The Aeris has a slightly larger engine by displacement, although the difference is small.

Engine specifications	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Petrol engine	1.2-litre, 3-cylinder	1.2-litre, 3-cylinder
Displacement	1,199 cc	1,197 cc
Petrol power	86 hp	81.58 hp
Petrol torque	113 Nm	111.7 Nm
CNG power	76 hp	69.75 hp
CNG torque	97 Nm	101.8 Nm
Gearbox	5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT	5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT

The Tata Aeris produces 86 hp and 113 Nm of torque in petrol mode. Its CNG version develops 76 hp and 97 Nm. Both fuel options are available with manual and automated manual transmission choices.

The Dzire's 1.2-litre petrol engine produces 81.58 hp and 111.7 Nm, while the CNG version generates 69.75 hp and 101.8 Nm. It also gets five-speed manual and AMT gearbox options.

On paper, the Aeris has higher petrol and CNG power outputs. However, engine output alone does not determine how a car performs in traffic or on highways. Gearbox calibration, vehicle weight, engine refinement and driving conditions also affect the experience.

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Dimensions comparison

The two sedans have similar overall lengths and wheelbases, but there are differences in width, height and boot capacity.

Dimensions	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Length	3,995 mm	3,995 mm
Width	1,684 mm	1,735 mm
Height	1,532 mm	1,525 mm
Wheelbase	2,450 mm	2,450 mm
Ground clearance	170 mm	163 mm
Boot space (petrol)	419 litres	382 litres

Both cars have the same length and wheelbase. The Dzire is 51 mm wider, while the Aeris is 7 mm taller and has 7 mm more ground clearance.

The Aeris also offers a larger petrol boot, with 419 litres of luggage space compared with the Dzire's 382 litres. This could matter to families carrying suitcases, shopping bags or luggage on road trips.

The CNG versions have reduced luggage capacity because of the space occupied by the gas cylinders. Tata uses a twin-cylinder CNG arrangement in the Aeris, with the CNG boot space expected to be significantly smaller than the petrol version.Tata

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Features and safety

The Tata Aeris receives a revised exterior and a more extensively updated cabin compared with the outgoing Tigor. Its equipment includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, ventilated front seats, a wireless charger and a 360-degree camera that can also function as a dashcam.

The Aeris comes with six airbags as standard, along with a tyre pressure monitoring system, hill-hold control and blind-spot monitoring.

The Maruti Dzire offers a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 360-degree camera, automatic climate control and a sunroof in selected variants. It also gets six airbags as standard. The Dzire has received five-star ratings from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP.

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Which one should buyers consider?

The Tata Aeris and Maruti Dzire address similar family-car requirements, but their specifications and prices give buyers different factors to consider.

• Price: The Aeris has a lower introductory starting price, while the Dzire's top-end price is lower than the Aeris' highest listed price.
• Mileage: The Dzire has published ARAI mileage figures for petrol and CNG. The Aeris' official mileage figures should be checked once certified figures are released.
• Engine: The Aeris has higher claimed power output in both petrol and CNG modes. The Dzire has a slightly higher CNG torque figure.
• Space: Both have the same wheelbase and overall length, but the Aeris offers a larger petrol boot. The Dzire is wider.
• Safety: Both offer six airbags as standard. The Dzire has published five-star crash-test ratings, while an independently verified crash-test rating for the Aeris is not yet available.