[hortons15]

Another point I'd like to add when comparing to the competition (i20, polo, etc.) is perception. Not of the brand, but of the product. People shopping that segment (compact family hatches) are conscious of what their neighbors, society, and friends think.

I suggested the Altroz and Nexon to my friend who is in the market currently, since I consider them solid products at the moment. But he just said Altroz is going to be the next Indica cab, and he wouldn't like to be seen driving one. They're considering the i10 nios and magnite. I'm not sure what Tata should do here. I think cars like the Dzire, i10 sedan, etios, Innova all have this perception associated to them.

Maybe Tata could consider positioning products differently under the same brand, like what Maruti did with Nexa.

[Napalm]

Originally Posted by hortons15

I suggested the Altroz and Nexon to my friend who is in the market currently, since I consider them solid products at the moment. But he just said Altroz is going to be the next Indica cab, and he wouldn't like to be seen driving one. They're considering the i10 nios and magnite. I'm not sure what Tata should do here. I think cars like the Dzire, i10 sedan, etios, Innova all have this perception associated to them.

Tata doesn’t need to do anything here. You have done your job by recommending Altroz and Nexon. Is ur friend living under a rock so as to not see any of new age Tata cars? Tiago/Nexon have been on sale since a long time and never become taxis. Such people will never change and continue to buy the same kind of products through generations(cars) and they are terribly misinformed. Can’t help them. These Tata cars definitely deserve consideration after getting 5 star GNCAP safety ratings.

[anand.shankar]

Originally Posted by hortons15

Another point I'd like to add when comparing to the competition (i20, polo, etc.) is perception. Not of the brand, but of the product. People shopping that segment (compact family hatches) are conscious of what their neighbors, society, and friends think.

I suggested the Altroz and Nexon to my friend who is in the market currently, since I consider them solid products at the moment. But he just said Altroz is going to be the next Indica cab, and he wouldn't like to be seen driving one. They're considering the i10 nios and magnite. I'm not sure what Tata should do here. I think cars like the Dzire, i10 sedan, etios, Innova all have this perception associated to them.

Maybe Tata could consider positioning products differently under the same brand, like what Maruti did with Nexa.

Nothing wrong in your friend going for the Nios or the Magnite if they like the car, everyone wont have the same preference. However the Taxi comment helps us understand how misinformed and ignorant the person is about the Car scene today. At times we'll have to just let people be

[vamsi.vadrevu]

Originally Posted by S.MJet

Very few may pick Rapid and I am sure Tata will not mind that, they definitely wouldn't have considered Rapid as a competition while pricing Altroz.

Yeah. People who enjoy driving will definitely go for Rapid. But Altroz is a better all-rounded package with better after-sales record compared to Skoda.

Originally Posted by OSH

PS. has anyone else noticed that Tata always gets their blue colour shades just right. Be it their entry level hatch or flagship SUV, the blue shade always gets people talking.

I think it is because their own logo is in Blue . Seriously their blue is indeed fantastic. I got the opportunity to look at Nexon EV recently in Blue up close. It was glorious. I usually wouldn't go for anything other than white or grey but this blue is very tempting indeed.

[manduvindupondu]

Thinking of booking Altroz Turbo XZ (ex show room 845,500 in Hyderabad). A couple of questions.

1. What are the ways to get best deal ? Please help.
2. Does different dealers have different prices and offers ? I assume same dealer in the city have exact prices even if it's different branches.


PS:
I am thinking of asking some accessories complementary , taking insurance on my own (digit and other private offer less).

[discoverwild]

Originally Posted by manduvindupondu

Thinking of booking Altroz Turbo XZ (ex show room 845,500 in Hyderabad). A couple of questions.

1. What are the ways to get best deal ? Please help.

Would be tough to strike a deal because it's a new car and fairly in demand. Insurance outside and checking the exact ex-showroom prices Vs road tax percentage might give you a slightly lower amount. You can haggle and nullify handling charges. And get a few freebies thrown in. A month-end buy usually results in a better negotiation.

[JithinR]

Originally Posted by discoverwild

Would be tough to strike a deal because it's a new car and fairly in demand. ...You can haggle and nullify handling charges.

Didn't TATA stop this practice of taking handling charges by increasing prices of its cars last year?

If that actually was implemented on the ground then customers need not pay handling charges at all.

[discoverwild]

Originally Posted by JithinR

Didn't TATA stop this practice of taking handling charges by increasing prices of its cars last year?

If that actually was implemented on the ground then customers need not pay handling charges at all.

Actually have no clue, Jithin. Haven't stepped into a showroom for the last couple of years. I did check the Harrier out, and that was it. Didn't even ask for the variant list and pricing.

[JithinR]

Originally Posted by discoverwild

Actually have no clue, Jithin. Haven't stepped into a showroom for the last couple of years. I did check the Harrier out, and that was it. Didn't even ask for the variant list and pricing.

Same here. I have not stepped into a showroom for months. There was a thread on Team BHP when TATA increased prices for the Nexon and Altroz.

Here is the final post on the thread (TATA Nexon Altroz Price Increase (Tata Nexon, Altroz prices increased from August 10, 2020))

Sometimes SA might try to dupe the customer by pretending to not know about this price increase which was apparently done to take care of all hidden charges (after all, it adds up to a nice profit for them).

It would really help if manufacturers started sending out sms and emails to customers with bookings informing them of the all the charges to be paid (they can even calculate the prevailing road tax amount) and ask the customer to not pay any additional charges. I don't think anyone in India does this as of now.

[yesyeswe]

Saw a brand new altroz zipping through the traffic today, it was the white shade, and the black and white contrast look on the back portion looks absolutely drool worthy. It overtook a polo and the Altroz looked taller and wider, like a car from a upper segment while overtaking the polo.

I had called a tata dealer some days ago and enquired about the Altroz turbo on the phone, but they said it's not yet available and they'll let me know. So in my mind i knew that altroz turbo is not yet available in the market.

The way Altroz was maneuvering through the traffic and the overtaking speeds seemed suspicious to me, cause i know that altroz isn't that fast, then i saw the i turbo badge, and i got my answer

Will be going to the tata dealer tomorrow, i hope a test drive gets available.

[Raghuwire]

I booked a Altroz i-turbo XZ+ variant and Downtown red color from Kropex motors - Bangalore. The dealer says he has placed the order and there is a waiting time of at least 45 days to 2 months. Any idea when the deliveries are starting? Any way to confirm that the dealer has placed order?

Regarding the car - The leatherette seats looks sexy! Nice road handling, good power, car seems very premium inside out. The Harman system is mind blowing and at more than half the volume, you can see the IVRM etc. vibrating due to the Bass! Cruised at 80 for some time, and looked very calm. Coming from a Hyundai, the gear shift felt did not feel notchy and was able to shift the gears perfectly without any hassle. The clutch is super smooth, miles ahead of Hyundai Clutch feel. Did not try out the IRA features, looking forward to someone sharing the experience on the same.

Cheers!
Raghuwire

[yesyeswe]

Originally Posted by Raghuwire

I booked a Altroz i-turbo XZ+ variant and Downtown red color from Kropex motors - Bangalore. The dealer says he has placed the order and there is a waiting time of at least 45 days to 2 months. Any idea when the deliveries are starting? Any way to confirm that the dealer has placed order?

I too took a test drive recently and was told that there's no waiting period currently, you can book the car now and get it delivered around 15th of February.

I agree with everything you have written, the car is drool worthy. don't forget to take the insurance from outside or ask the dealer to match the outside rate.

Here's the test drive car

[ManneAtWheelz]

ALTROZ with i-Ra

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUtQPBNKQnk

[manduvindupondu]

Are test drive vehicles for Altroz Turbo Petrol available in Hyderabad. I enquired at multiple dealers but they don't have it yet

Originally Posted by Raghuwire

I booked a Altroz i-turbo XZ+ variant and Downtown red color from Kropex motors - Bangalore. The dealer says he has placed the order and there is a waiting time of at least 45 days to 2 months. Any idea when the deliveries are starting? Any way to confirm that the dealer has placed order?

Regarding the car - The leatherette seats looks sexy! Nice road handling, good power, car seems very premium inside out. The Harman system is mind blowing and at more than half the volume, you can see the IVRM etc. vibrating due to the Bass! Cruised at 80 for some time, and looked very calm. Coming from a Hyundai, the gear shift felt did not feel notchy and was able to shift the gears perfectly without any hassle. The clutch is super smooth, miles ahead of Hyundai Clutch feel. Did not try out the IRA features, looking forward to someone sharing the experience on the same.

Cheers!
Raghuwire

Congratulations on your new buy. Hope you get your vehicle soon.
I have a question. How did you shortlist the dealer ?
I am looking to buy one in Hyderabad , and am enquiring .
1. Does a dealer with less number of branches offer more discount /free accessories ?
2. What all you negotiated with the dealer while buying ?
3. Do the rates remain the same at the same dealer's all branches in the city ?

[Raghuwire]

Originally Posted by manduvindupondu

Congratulations on your new buy. Hope you get your vehicle soon.
I have a question. How did you shortlist the dealer ?
I am looking to buy one in Hyderabad , and am enquiring .
1. Does a dealer with less number of branches offer more discount /free accessories ?
2. What all you negotiated with the dealer while buying ?
3. Do the rates remain the same at the same dealer's all branches in the city ?

I had already booked a Nexon EV at this service centre, so just shifted it to the Altroz I turbo. Not much to negotiate, because it is new vehicle, so not offering much discounts. Since i am opting for company lease, I get the insurance outside. So that and there is no handling charge or anything.
You can ask a couple of dealers to check the price. Also if you are not finding a dealer in Hyderabad, please register on the Tata website, you will receive a call back!