If you’re eyeing a budget sedan, the Tata Aeris hits the sweet spot with a starting price of ₹5.29 lakh—₹40,000 less than the Tigor’s launch cost. Bookings are open now, and deliveries are slated to begin next month.
Under the hood, the Aeris sticks with the 1.2‑litre naturally aspirated engine that delivers 85 hp and 113 Nm. The CNG variant gives you 74.5 hp and 96.5 Nm, and both are offered with a 5‑speed manual or an AMT for those who prefer a lighter touch.
Inside, the cabin has shed the Tigor’s blandness for a brighter beige‑cream palette, a 10.25‑inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, a six‑speaker system, a rotary gear selector, and paddle shifters. Safety is bolstered with six airbags and a 360‑degree camera as standard.
The exterior still carries the Tigor’s notchback silhouette, but a new front fascia—slender LED headlamps, a gloss‑black grille, and LED fog lamps—gives it a more aggressive look. The boot lid and rear bumper have been revised, and the taillamps now feature connected LEDs.
In the 5‑to‑10 lakh segment, the Aeris now competes with the Hyundai Aura and Kia Rio, offering a better price‑to‑feature ratio than its predecessor while keeping the same powertrain.
With deliveries expected to start next month, you can look forward to the Aeris rolling off the line in September and reaching showrooms by October, making it available across major Indian cities.