Toyota’s Glanza gets a facelift and a new engine, launching Oct 14 2026. The 1.2‑litre, three‑cylinder Z‑Series will produce 83hp and 112Nm, a step down from the 90hp, 113Nm of the old unit, but with a projected 10% boost in fuel economy.
Front‑end makeover: honeycomb grille with chrome accents, repositioned Toyota logo, and a fresh bumper. Side and rear lines stay largely the same, keeping the compact shape but with a sleeker stance that looks a touch sportier on the road.
Inside, the cabin keeps the familiar layout but adds ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger that also cools your phone, and a larger touchscreen that continues to host the same infotainment core. Safety gets an upgrade: Level‑2 ADAS, lane‑keeping, adaptive cruise, and TPMS.
Price and rivals: current Glanza ranges ₹6.73‑9.99 lakh; the facelift will likely start at about ₹11 lakh, nudging it into the same bracket as the Maruti Baleno and the Hyundai i20. For budget‑savvy hatchback buyers, the Glanza could be a compelling option, especially given a 10‑year gap between updates. The new model is set to hit showrooms on Oct 14 2026, with most major cities expected to receive the facelift by late November.