Challenge

Benchmarking

According to the given case,

Mr. D.S. Pughazhyendhii is a married man, who lives in Bangalore, a highly crowded city.

His family comprises five members.

He visits his native place Madurai which is 500 km away from Bangalore once a month.

He will be using his car to commute to his office.

His budget lies between 8 to 10 lakhs.

Hence, an ideal car for Mr. D.S. Pughazhyendhii would be a 5-seater, with good mileage and with interior space, and comfort for long drives.

As Mr. D.S. Pughazhyendhii lives in a crowded city, I would recommend a Sedan or a Hatchback.

Following are a few suggestions:

1. Toyota Glanza

  • Toyota Glanza is a 5-seater Hatchback available in a price range of ₹ 8.01 - 12.03 Lakh(on-road Bangalore).
  • It is available in four variants including E, S, G, and V with 7 versions, 1197 cc engine option, and 2 transmission options: Manual and Automatic (AMT).
  • The mileage of Glanza ranges from 22.3 kmpl to 22.9 kmpl.
  • Other key specifications of the Glanza include a Kerb Weight of 920 kg and Bootspace of 318 liters.
  • The Glanza is available in 5 colours (Sportin Red, Enticing Silver, Insta Blue, Gaming Grey, and Cafe White).
  • Glanza top model price in petrol is ₹ 12.03 Lakh, whereas the price of the Glanza automatic version starts from ₹ 9.66 Lakh.

Specifications

Engine 1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type 1.2L VVT
Fuel Type Petrol
Max Power 88 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Mileage 22.3 kmpl to 22.9 kmpl
Driving Range 827 Km to 849 Km
Bootspace 318 liters
Drivetrain FWD
Transmission Manual & Automatic (AMT) - 5 Gears
Emission Standard BS 6
Dimensions L 3990 mm X W 1745 mm X H 1500 mm
Wheelbase 2520 mm
Seating Capacity 5 Person
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 litres

2. Tata Tigor

  • Tata Tigor is a 5-seater Compact Sedan available in a price range of ₹ 7.40 - 10.52 Lakh(on-road Bangalore).
  • It is available in 11 variants, 1199 cc engine option, and 2 transmission options: Manual and Automatic (AMT).
  • The mileage of Tigor ranges from 19.2 kmpl to 26.4 kmpl.
  • Other key specifications of the Tigor include a Ground Clearance of 170 mm, Kerb Weight of 992 kg, and Bootspace of 419 litres.
  • The Tigor is available in 5 colours(Opal White, Daytona Grey, Arizona Blue, Magnetic Red, and Pure Silver).
  • Tigor top model price in petrol is ₹ 10.15 Lakh, the base model price in CNG is ₹ 9.69 Lakh, whereas the price of the Tigor automatic version starts from ₹ 8.72 Lakh.

Specifications

Engine 1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylindecr, SOHC
Engine Type Bi Fuel, Revotron 1.2 L
Fuel Type Petrol & CNG
Max Power

72 bhp @ 6000 rpm

84 bhp @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque

95 Nm @ 3500 rpm

113 Nm @ 3300 rpm

Mileage 19.2 kmpl, 26.4 kmpl(CNG)
Driving Range 600(CNG), 674 Km
Bootspace 205 litres(CNG), 419 liters
Drivetrain FWD
Transmission Manual & Automatic (AMT) - 5 Gears
Emission Standard BS 6
Dimensions L 3993 mm X W 1677 mm X H 1532 mm
Wheelbase 2450 mm
Seating Capacity 5 Person
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 litres, 60litres(CNG)

3. Tata Altroz

  • Tata Altroz is a 5-seater Hatchback available in a pricerange of ₹ 7.79 - ₹ 12.97 Lakh(on-road Bangalore).
  • Altroz comes in six variants including XE, XE+, XM+, XT, XZ, and XZ+ with 31 version, 1199 to 1497 cc engine option, and 2 transmission options: Manual and Automatic(DCT).
  • The mileage of Altroz ranges from 18.34 kmpl to 23 kmpl.
  • Other key specifications of the Altroz include Bootspace of 345 litres.
  • The Altroz is available in 6 colours(Downtown Red, Avenue White, Arcade Grey, Harbour Blue, Cosmo Dark, and Opera Blue )
  • Altroz top model price in petrol is ₹ 12.22 Lakh, the base model price in diesel is ₹ 9.29 Lakh, whereas the price of Altroz automatic version starts from ₹ 10.19 Lakh.

Specifications

Engine

1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Engine Type Bi Fuel, Revotron 1.2 L
Fuel Type Petrol & Diesel
Max Power

89 bhp @ 4000 rpm

85 bhp @ 6000 rpm

108 bhp @ 5500 rpm

85 bhp @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque

200 Nm @ 1250 rpm

113 Nm @ 3300 rpm

140 Nm @ 1500 rpm

200 Nm @ 1250 rpm

Mileage 18.34 kmpl to 23 kmpl
Driving Range 686 Km - 852 Km
Bootspace 345 litres
Drivetrain FWD
Transmission Manual & Automatic (DCT) - 5/6 Gears
Emission Standard BS 6
Dimensions L 3990 mm X W 1755 mm X H 1523 mm
Wheelbase 2501 mm
Seating Capacity 5 Person
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 litres

4. Hyundai Aura

  • Hyundai Aura is a 5-seater Compact Sedan available in a price range of ₹ 7.43 - 11.51 Lakh(on-road Bangalore).
  • It is available in 11 variants, 998 to 1197 cc engine options and 2 transmission options: Manual and Automatic (AMT).
  • The mileage of Aura ranges from 20 kmpl to 28 kmpl.
  • Other key specifications of the Aura include a Bootspace of 402 litres.
  • The Aura is available in 5 colours(Fiery Red, Polar White, Typhoon Silver, Titan Grey, and Vintage Brown).
  • Aura top model price in petrol is ₹ 10.68 Lakh, the base model price in CNG is ₹ 9.57 Lakh. Aura base model price in diesel is ₹ 9.78 Lakh, whereas the price of Aura automatic version starts from ₹ 9.03 Lakh.

Specifications

Engine

998 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1186 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Engine Type

1.0 Turbo GDi

1.2 Bi-Fuel (Petrol with CNG)

1.2 Kappa Petrol

1.2 U2 CRDi Diesel

Fuel Type Petrol, CNG, & Diesel
Max Power

99 bhp @ 6000 rpm

68 bhp @ 6000 rpm

82 bhp @ 6000 rpm

74 bhp @ 4000 rpm

Max Torque

172 Nm @ 1500 rpm

95 Nm @ 4000 rpm

114 Nm @ 4000 rpm

190 Nm @ 1750 rpm

Mileage 20 kmpl to 28 kmpl
Driving Range 740Km - 925 Km
Bootspace 402 litres
Drivetrain FWD
Transmission Manual & Automatic (AMT) - 5 Gears
Emission Standard BS 6
Dimensions L 3995 mm X W 1680 mm X H 1520 mm
Wheelbase 2450 mm
Seating Capacity 5 Person
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 litres, 65 litres(CNG)

5. Maruti Baleno

  • Maruti Baleno is a 5-seater Hatchback available in a price range of ₹ 7.83 - 11.62 Lakh(on-road Bangalore).
  • It is available in 7 variants, 1197 cc engine option and 2 transmission options: Manual and Automatic (AMT).
  • The mileage of Baleno ranges from 22.3 kmpl to 22.9 kmpl.
  • Other key specifications of the Baleno include a Kerb Weight of 920 kg and Bootspace of 318 litres.
  • The Baleno is available in 6 colours(Nexa Blue, Splendid Silver, Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, and Luxe Beige).
  • Baleno top model price in petrol is ₹ 11.62 Lakh, whereas the price of the Baleno automatic version starts from ₹ 9.40 Lakh.

Specifications

Engine

1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Engine Type

1.2L VVT

Fuel Type Petrol
Max Power

88 bhp @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque

113 Nm @ 4400 rpm

Mileage 22.3 kmpl to 22.9 kmpl
Driving Range 827 Km - 849 Km
Bootspace 318 litres
Drivetrain FWD
Transmission Manual & Automatic (AMT) - 5 Gears
Emission Standard BS 6
Dimensions L 3990 mm X W 1745 mm X H 1500 mm
Wheelbase 2520 mm
Seating Capacity 5 Person
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 litres
Recomendations

Toyota Glanza S AMT

₹ 9.66 Lakh
On-Road Price, Bangalore

Tata Tigor XZ CNG

₹ 9.69 Lakh
On-Road Price, Bangalore

Tata Altroz XE Diesel

₹ 9.29 Lakh
On-Road Price, Bangalore

Maruti Suzuki Baleno Delta AGS

₹ 9.40 Lakh
On-Road Price, Bangalore

Hyundai Aura S 1.2 CNG Petrol

₹ 9.57 Lakh
On-Road Price, Bangalore

Engine & Transmission

Engine 1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC 1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type 1.2L VVT Bi Fuel 1.5 L Turbocharged Revotorq 1.2L VVT 1.2 Bi-Fuel (Petrol with CNG)
Fuel Type Petrol CNG Diesel Petrol CNG
Max Power (bhp@rpm) 88 bhp @ 6000 rpm 72 bhp @ 6000 rpm 89 bhp @ 4000 rpm 88 bhp @ 6000 rpm 68 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm) 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm 95 Nm @ 3500 rpm 200 Nm @ 1250 rpm 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm 95 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl) 22.9 26.4 23 22.9 28
Driving Range (Km) 849 - 852 849 -
Drivetrain FWD FWD FWD FWD FWD
Transmission AMT - 5 Gears Manual - 5 Gears Manual - 5 Gears AMT - 5 Gears Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard BS 6 BS 6 BS 6 BS 6 BS 6
Turbocharger/Supercharger No No Turbocharged No No
Others Idle Start/Stop - - - -
Alternate Fuel Not Applicable Petrol Not Applicable Not Applicable Petrol

Dimensions & Weight

Length (mm) 3990 3993 3990 3990 3995
Width (mm) 1745 1677 1755 1745 1680
Height (mm) 1500 1532 1523 1500 1520
Wheelbase (mm) 2520 2450 2501 2520 2450
Ground Clearance (mm) - 165 165 - -
Kerb Weight (kg) 935 1092 - 935 -

Capacity

Doors (Doors) 5 4 5 5 4
Seating Capacity (Person) 5 5 5 5 5
No of Seating Rows (Rows) 2 2 2 2 2
Bootspace (litres) 318 205 345 318 402
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 37 60 37 37 65

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension McPherson Strut Independent, Lower wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring Independent MacPherson dual path strut with coil spring McPherson Strut McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Semi Independent, Closed Profile Twist Beam with Dual Path Strut Twist beam with coil spring and shock absorber Torsion Beam Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Front Brake Type Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum Drum Drum Drum Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres) 4.9 5.1 5 4.9 -
Steering Type Power assisted (Electric) Power assisted (Electric) Power assisted (Electric) Power assisted (Electric) Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels Steel Rims Steel Rims Steel Rims Steel Rims Steel Rims
Spare Wheel Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel
Front Tyres 185 / 65 R15 175 / 65 R14 165 / 80 R14 185 / 65 R15 165 / 70 R14
Rear Tyres 185 / 65 R15 175 / 65 R14 165 / 80 R14 185 / 65 R15 165 / 70 R14

Safety

Overspeed Warning 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Puncture Repair Kit No Yes Yes No No
NCAP Rating Not Tested 4 Star (Global NCAP) 5 Star (Global NCAP) Not Tested 2 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger) 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger) 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger) 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger) 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
Child Seat Anchor Points Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes No Yes Yes

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Brake Assist (BA) Yes Yes No Yes No
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) No No Yes Yes No
Hill Hold Control No No No Yes No

Locks & Security

Engine immobilizer Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Central Locking Keyless Keyless With Key Keyless Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes (Automatic Climate Control) Yes (Manual) Yes (Manual) Yes (Automatic Climate Control) Common Fan Speed Control
Front AC Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC - - - - Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors Co-Driver Only No No Driver & Co-Driver No
Cabin-Boot Access Yes No Yes Yes No
Anti-glare Mirrors Manual - Internal Only Manual - Internal Only Manual - Internal Only Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist No Visual display No No No
Parking Sensors Rear Rear Rear Rear Rear
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Keyless Start/ Button Start No Yes No No No
Steering Adjustment Tilt Tilt Tilt Tilt Tilt
12V Power Outlets Yes 2 1 Yes 1

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) 4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment - - - - 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Fabric Fabric Fabric
Rear Passenger Seats Type Bench Bench Bench Bench Bench
Interiors Dual Tone Dual Tone Dual Tone Dual Tone Dual Tone
Interior Colours Black / Blue Light Grey and Slate Black and Grey Black / Blue Dual Tone Grey
Rear Armrest No With Cup Holder No No With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat Full No Full Full No
Front Seatback Pockets Yes Yes No Yes No
Head-rests Front Front & Rear Front Front & Rear Front & Rear

Storage

Cup Holders Front Only Front & Rear Front Only Front Only
Cooled Glove Box No Yes No No Yes

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs) Body Coloured Black Black Body Coloured Body Coloured
Scuff Plates No No Optional No No
Power Windows Front & Rear Front & Rear Front Only Front & Rear Front & Rear
One Touch -Down Driver Driver No Driver Driver
One Touch - Up Driver No No Driver No
Adjustable ORVM Electrically Adjustable & Retractable Electrically Adjustable Internally Adjustable Electrically Adjustable & Retractable Electrically Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes No Yes No
Rear Defogger Yes No No Yes Yes
Exterior Door Handles Body Coloured Chrome Body Coloured Body Coloured Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles Black Painted Black Black Unpainted
Door Pockets Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Boot-lid Opener Electric Tailgate Release Electric Tailgate Release Internal Electric Tailgate Release Internal

Exterior

Roof Mounted Antenna Yes Yes Yes Yes
Body-Coloured Bumpers Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Lighting

Headlights Halogen Halogen Halogen Halogen Halogen
Follow me home headlamps No Yes No No Yes
Tail Lights LED LED Halogen LED LED
Fog Lights - Halogen on front - - Halogen Projector
Cabin Lamps Front and Rear Centre Front Front and Rear Front and Rear
Rear Reading Lamp Yes No No Yes No
Headlight Height Adjuster Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption No Yes Yes No
Instrument Cluster Analogue - Digital Digital Analogue - Digital Analogue - Digital Analogue
Trip Meter Electronic 2 Trips Electronic 2 Trips Electronic 2 Trips Electronic 2 Trips Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption No Yes Yes No Yes
Average Speed No Yes No No Yes
Distance to Empty No Yes Yes No Yes
Clock Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning No Yes Yes No Yes
Door Ajar Warning No Yes Yes No Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Gear Indicator Yes No No Yes No
Shift Indicator No Yes No No Dynamic
Tachometer Analogue Digital Analogue Analogue Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity

Android Auto Support (No)

Apple Car Play Support (No)

Android Auto (No)

Apple Car Play (No)

Android Auto (No)

Apple Car Play (No)

Android Auto (Yes)

Apple Car Play (Yes)

Android Auto (No)

Apple Car Play (No)

Display Touch-screen Display Digital Display Digital Display Touch-screen Display No
Integrated (in-dash) Music System Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Speakers 4 6 Yes 4 4
Steering mounted controls Yes Yes No Yes Yes
GPS Navigation System Yes No No Yes No
Bluetooth Compatibility Yes Phone & Audio Streaming No Phone & Audio Streaming Phone & Audio Streaming
Aux Compatibility Yes Yes No Yes Yes
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes No Yes Yes
USB Compatibility Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Head Unit Size Not Available 2 Din Not Available Not Available 2 Din
iPod Compatibility No Yes No No Yes

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty (Kilometres) No No No No No
Warranty (Years) 3 2 2 2 3
Warranty (Kilometres) 100000 75000 75000 40000 100000

Pros and Cons

1. Toyota Glanza S AMT

  • Pros: Looks stylish, spacious cabin, and attractive warranty.
  • Cons: Stiff low-speed ride.

2. Tata Tigor XZ CNG

  • Pros: Sharper styling with a new paint scheme and four tar G-NCAP safety rating.
  • Cons: Cabin quality and others offer more interior space.

3. Tata Altroz XE Diesel

  • Pros: Fantastic looks, spacious cabin, very good driving manners, and five-star G-NCAP safety rating.
  • Cons: Ride quality and not quick enough for enthusiasts.

4. Maruti Suzuki Baleno Delta AGS

  • Pros: Spacious cabin and peppy refined engine.
  • Cons: The cabin could be quieter and lacks a powerful engine option.

5. Hyundai Aura S 1.2 CNG Petrol

  • Pros: Upmarket compact sedan, adequately powered motor, and good ground clearance
  • Cons: Quirky rear stance and bouncy high-speed ride

Conclusion:

I would recommend Mr. D.S. Pughazhyendhii to go for Toyota Glanza S AMT or Tata Altroz XE Diesel.

Both cars offer spacious cabin, good interior, milage, and stylish looks.

My personal recommendation would be Toyota Glanza S AMT as it offers a few more features than Tata Altroz XE Diesel.

But as Tata Altroz XE Diesel has more happy customs and a better overall rating, it's also an honorable option to go for.

Your portfolio, next

Ship work like this
in your own course.

Talk to a career counsellor

Free 20-minute call. We'll map the right course to where you want to work.

By submitting you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.