Tata Aeris: Smart 1.2 CNG MT vs Pure 1.2 CNG MT
The Pure 1.2 CNG MT costs ₹85,000 more than the Smart 1.2 CNG MT. The equipment it adds covers 39% of that on our values — pricey. Every feature is priced below.
Spotted something wrong? Report a correctionSmart 1.2 CNG MT → Pure 1.2 CNG MT
You pay extra
₹85,000
₹6,29,990 → ₹7,14,990
Features are worth
₹33,150
9 gained
Equipment covers
39%
of what the variant costs extra
Pure 1.2 CNG MT costs ₹85,000 more than Smart 1.2 CNG MT and brings only ₹33,150 of equipment we can put a price on — about 39% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, Smart 1.2 CNG MT is the better buy.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹18,700 · 5 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹14,450 · 4 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
9 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | Smart 1.2 CNG MT | Pure 1.2 CNG MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety & driver assistance | |||
| Rear DefoggerHeated rear screen, without the rear wiper and washer. The tier below defogger-and-wiper. | No | Yes | +₹4,250 |
| Day/Night Inside MirrorManually flipped anti-glare inside rear-view mirror. The tier below the auto-dimming mirror. | No | Yes | +₹1,700 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Steering-Mounted ControlsAudio and phone controls on the steering wheel. Cruise control buttons are priced with cruise control. | No | Yes | +₹3,400 |
| Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach. | No | Yes | +₹3,400 |
| Rear Power WindowsElectric windows for the rear doors. | No | Yes | +₹3,400 |
| Electrically Adjustable ORVMsWing mirrors adjust from a switch inside the cabin. | No | Yes | +₹4,250 |
| Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door. | No | Yes | +₹4,250 |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| Basic Music System (No Touchscreen)A head unit or audio dock with speakers, on a trim that has no touchscreen. The tier below the 7-inch touchscreen. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels. | No | Yes | +₹2,550 |
| Net feature value | 9 gained | ₹33,150 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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Steering-Mounted Controlsadded
ours₹Height-Adjustable Driver's Seatadded
ours₹Rear Power Windowsadded
ours₹Electrically Adjustable ORVMsadded
ours₹Remote Central Lockingadded
ours₹Basic Music System (No Touchscreen)added
ours₹Rear Defoggeradded
ours₹Day/Night Inside Mirroradded
ours₹Full Wheel Coversadded
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On our figures
₹33,150 of equipment against ₹85,000 — 39% of the variant
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Smart to Pure on all 2 powertrains
Tata Motors sells this upgrade on 2 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. The upgrade costs ₹85,000 on every one.
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual | ₹85,000 | ₹33,150 | 39%Pricey |
| CNG manual (this page) | ₹85,000 | ₹33,150 | 39%Pricey |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, Pure 1.2 CNG MT costs ₹95,353 more on the road than Smart 1.2 CNG MT, against ₹85,000 ex-showroom. ₹10,353 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
Smart 1.2 CNG MT
cng · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹6,29,990
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for cng, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹49,233
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹31,500
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Pure 1.2 CNG MT
cng · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹7,14,990
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for cng, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹55,336
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹35,750
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the Tata Aeris Smart 1.2 CNG MT and Pure 1.2 CNG MT?
- ₹85,000 ex-showroom — Smart 1.2 CNG MT is ₹6,29,990 and Pure 1.2 CNG MT is ₹7,14,990.
- Is the Tata Aeris Pure 1.2 CNG MT worth the extra money over the Smart 1.2 CNG MT?
- Pure 1.2 CNG MT costs ₹85,000 more than Smart 1.2 CNG MT and brings only ₹33,150 of equipment we can put a price on — about 39% of what you pay. Unless you specifically need something in the list below, Smart 1.2 CNG MT is the better buy.
- What do you actually get on the Pure 1.2 CNG MT that the Smart 1.2 CNG MT doesn't have?
- 9 features, led by Basic Music System (No Touchscreen), Electrically Adjustable ORVMs, Remote Central Locking. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.