Design
How Does The Tata Tiago Look?
- Looks modern thanks to its sharp design and projector headlight setup with LED DRLs.
- Features stylish design elements like 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and dual-tone roof.
- Both the regular Tiago and Tiago EV look nearly identical at the rear.
Interiors
Tata Tiago Interior
- The build quality and fit-finish of the interior is impressive for its segment.
- Has piano-black touches across the cabin to give it a more premium look.
Space & Practicality
Is The Tata Tiago Spacious?
- Its front seats are well padded and have proper contouring to make those long journeys comfortable.
- The rear bench feels well cushioned and contoured.
- Comes with plentiful storage areas around the cabin along with a cooled glovebox, multiple bottle holders, and cupholders.
- The co-driver seat feels a bit tall and so the support for taller passengers could have been better.
- Rear seats are not meant to accommodate three adults at once.
- It does not get adjustable headrests at the rear.
- Tata is not offering the Tiago with a rear centre armrest or even a USB port to charge your smartphone.
- Map pockets are not suitable for storing anything else apart from paper and cloth.
Features
What Features Does The Tata Tiago Get?
- Is equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen, which supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- Other features include an 8-speaker sound system, voice commands, auto AC, and digitised driver’s display.
- The touchscreen’s UI should have been smoother to operate.
- Its rear parking camera’s quality could have been better.
Safety
Tata Tiago Safety Features
- Gets all the basic safety tech as standard, including dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, and 3-point seatbelts for all passengers.
- Other key features include front fog lamps, rear defogger and tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
- 4-star safety rating from Global NCAP.
Performance & Mileage
Tata Tiago Powertrain
- Offered with a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine (86 PS/113 Nm), mated to either a 5-speed MT or a 5-speed AMT.
- Also gets the choice of a CNG kit that is available with both the gearbox options.
- The Tiago’s 3-pot engine could have done with more refinement.
- Its AMT transmission is slow to shift and the gearshifts can feel a bit jerky.
Handling
How Does The Tata Tiago Handle?
- The Tiago is very predictable and neutral, and is easy to manoeuvre at corners.
- It feels reassuring when thrown into corners and even manages to keep the body roll in check.
Ride Quality
Is The Tata Tiago A Comfortable Car?
- Manages to absorb potholes and rough surfaces well, while keeping the cabin away from the harshness of the surface.
- The ride is more than acceptable at higher speeds and there is not much bouncing around when you go over an undulation.
- Sharper potholes are still felt into the cabin.
Verdict
Who Should Buy The Tata Tiago?
- The Tiago is a great option for many first-time car buyers looking for an easy-to-drive city hatchback.
- Packs a handful of nice-to-have features that you would appreciate at its price point.
- Comes with both petrol and CNG powertrains, while offering a choice between manual and AMT gearboxes.
- Has a 4-star safety rating from Global NCAP.
