New Features Tata Altroz Racer Gets Over Regular Model

The Tata Altroz Racer edition is about to launch in our market as we take a look at the kind of features it could offer over the regular version. Racer Edition, for the unversed, will be the Hyundai i20 N-Line-rival from Tata Motors. It will boast minor mechanical modifications to ensure that the hatchback becomes more driving-focused. It will cater to buyers who love to drive enthusiastically. Apart from that, we will also see some new amenities. Let us take a look at the details of the top features that it could get over the regular Altroz.

New Features of Tata Altroz Racer

Wireless Charging

The first new convenience feature that the Tata Altroz racer will get is wireless charging. It is great for when occupants don’t wish to use USB cables to charge their smartphones. It is a hassle to remember to carry USB cables, especially when you are in a hurry. Also, having long cables around the centre console while driving is not an ideal situation for the driver because, while shifting gears, he/she has to constantly take care of the wires. All that is eliminated with the wireless charging feature.

Bigger Touchscreen Display

The next useful feature on the upcoming Altroz Racer will be a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display. Note that the regular Altroz boasts a much smaller 7-inch display. That is outdated for modern cars at this price point. Hence, having a bigger screen will be a welcome addition for a whole lot of buyers. It will ensure better graphics and ease of reading while on the go. Not to mention, the larger screen elevates the premium quotient of the cabin.

New Digital Driver’s Instrument Cluster

Another crucial feature on the Tata Altroz Racer will be the availability of a 7-inch TFT driver’s instrument cluster. At present, the Altroz gets a 4-inch unit. Again, the convenience of the driver will be enhanced tremendously with a more modern 7-inch TFT display. The information will be in abundance and the larger display will allow the driver to read out the information without too much effort.

Ventilated Seats

We know that India is a hot country. Most parts of the nation experience extreme summers. Hence, an amenity like ventilated seats is imperative to ensure the comfort of the passengers. The Altroz Racer will get ventilated seats at the front. This allows air to pass through the surface of the seats. As a result, you don’t get sweaty backs which is certainly appreciated on long journeys. It is a premium feature that the buyers will definitely appreciate.

6 Airbags

Another crucial factor among new car buyers is safety. Now, the Altroz already boasts a full 5-star safety rating at the Global NCAP. But that was according to the old testing protocols. The Global NCAP has been updated since then. Also, all new Indian cars will now be crash-tested at the Bharat NCAP. It is based on the updated Global NCAP. Therefore, we shall await the result of that once Tata Motors sends the Altroz for the test. Until then, the Altroz Racer will be able to satisfy the concerns of potential customers by offering 6 airbags in this model. It will definitely elevate the safety prowess of the premium hatchback.

360-Degree Camera

The Tata Altroz Racer will also offer a 360-degree camera. That is a handy function to have, especially while parking and manoeuvring the car in tight spaces. It allows the driver to be completely aware of his/her surroundings. Hence, they can make a better judgment of how far an obstacle is. During highway runs, the driver can also keep the camera feed running on the screen to detect any other vehicle in the blind spot. Hence, active safety is greatly enhanced with this tech feature.

Head-Up Display

I believe this convenience feature was made popular by Maruti Suzuki when it offered it on the Baleno for the first time in this premium hatchback category. For the uninitiated, the head-up display offers the driver a glass which pops out of the dashboard just behind the instrument cluster. It displays some useful information so that the driver doesn’t have to take his eye off the road to glance at the instrument cluster. It is a premium feature which has trickled down to more mass-market cars in recent times. These are the top features the upcoming Tata Altroz Racer could come with over the regular model.

Specs

One thing it will borrow from the regular Altroz is the powertrain. It will draw power from a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo petrol which will generate 120 PS and 170 Nm of peak power and torque. This engine could pair with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT gearbox. There could be minor alterations to the suspension and steering to offer an engaging experience to the drivers. More details will emerge at the launch which will take place soon.

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