Tata Altroz: Smart 1.2 Petrol MT vs Pure 1.2 Petrol MT
The Pure 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,15,000 more than the Smart 1.2 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 62% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.
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You pay extra
₹1,15,000
₹5,99,990 → ₹7,14,990
Features are worth
₹72,250
12 gained
Equipment covers
62%
of what the variant costs extra
Pure 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,15,000 more than Smart 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 12 features we value at ₹72,250, roughly 62% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
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
- ₹44,200 · 8 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹28,050 · 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
12 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | Smart 1.2 Petrol MT | Pure 1.2 Petrol 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 |
| Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls. | No | Yes | +₹5,100 |
| Rain-Sensing WipersWipers that start and change speed by themselves when rain hits the screen. | No | Yes | +₹5,100 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control. | No | Yes | +₹10,200 |
| Cruise ControlElectronic highway speed control for relaxed long-distance cruising. | No | Yes | +₹8,500 |
| 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 |
| Electrically Adjustable ORVMsWing mirrors adjust from a switch inside the cabin. | No | Yes | +₹4,250 |
| Auto-Folding ORVMsWing mirrors fold in automatically when the car is locked. | No | Yes | +₹5,100 |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| 8-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentCapacitive display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wired or wireless. | No | Yes | +₹18,700 |
| 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 | 12 gained | ₹72,250 | |
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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On our figures
₹72,250 of equipment against ₹1,15,000 — 62% 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. It is cheapest on the CNG manual (₹90,000) and dearest on the Petrol manual (₹1,15,000).
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual (this page) | ₹1,15,000 | ₹72,250 | 62%Fair upgrade |
| CNG manual | ₹90,000 | ₹72,250 | 80%Fair upgrade |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, Pure 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,49,006 more on the road than Smart 1.2 Petrol MT, against ₹1,15,000 ex-showroom. ₹34,006 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 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹5,99,990
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹2,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹27,080
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹30,000
- 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 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹7,14,990
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹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 Altroz Smart 1.2 Petrol MT and Pure 1.2 Petrol MT?
- ₹1,15,000 ex-showroom — Smart 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹5,99,990 and Pure 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹7,14,990.
- Is the Tata Altroz Pure 1.2 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the Smart 1.2 Petrol MT?
- Pure 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,15,000 more than Smart 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 12 features we value at ₹72,250, roughly 62% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
- What do you actually get on the Pure 1.2 Petrol MT that the Smart 1.2 Petrol MT doesn't have?
- 12 features, led by 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, Automatic Climate Control, Cruise Control. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.