Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: A Closer Look Before You Choose

Compact sedans have remained a popular choice for buyers who want a car that is comfortable for daily driving and easy to handle on busy city roads. Over time, these sedans have also started offering more features, better cabin comfort and more than one fuel option. Tata has now entered this segment with the recently launched Aeris, competing with established models such as the Maruti Suzuki Dzire. Both use three-cylinder engines of 1.2 litres, but they differ in power, size, boot space and the features offered across their variants. 

In this blog, we compare the Tata Aeris and Maruti Dzire across performance, features, space, safety and pricing.

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Key Differences

The Tata Aeris and Maruti Dzire share the same length and wheelbase, but differ in engine output, width, ground clearance and boot space. The table highlights the key figures that help set the two sedans apart before the detailed comparison.

Specification	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Engine	1.2L Revotron	1.2L Z12E with ISS
Transmission	5-speed MT/AMT	5-speed MT/AMT
Width	1,684 mm	1,735 mm
Boot Space	419 L	382 L
Ground Clearance	170 mm	163 mm
Fuel Tank	35L / 70L (CNG)	37L / 55L (CNG)

Engine and Performance

The Tata Aeris uses a 1.2L Revotron three-cylinder petrol engine and also offers a CNG powertrain. Its CNG variants support direct starting in CNG mode and use a twin-cylinder layout beneath the boot floor, while both fuel options get 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. This gives the Aeris the same transmission choice across its petrol and CNG variants.

Similarly, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire also gets a 1.2L three-cylinder engine, with its Z12E unit featuring ISS. Its CNG variants use a 55-litre water filling capacity, and like the Aeris, the Dzire offers both 5-speed manual and AMT options. The two models differ in their petrol and CNG output figures, with the detailed comparison shown below.

Specification	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Engine	1.2L Revotron	1.2L Z12E with ISS
Cylinders	3	3
Petrol Power	86 PS	82.93 PS
Petrol Torque	113 Nm	112.4 Nm
CNG Power	75.5 PS	69.75 PS
CNG Torque	96.5 Nm	101.8 Nm
Transmission	5MT/5AMT	5MT/5AMT

Dimensions and Boot Space

The Tata Aeris measures 3,995 mm in length with a 2,450 mm wheelbase, giving it a footprint suited for daily commute. Its 1,684 mm width and 1,536 mm height give the car a relatively narrow and tall profile, while the 419 litre boot leaves enough room for regular luggage. With 170 mm of ground clearance, the Aeris also has useful underbody clearance for dealing with uneven roads and typical speed breakers.

Meanwhile, the Maruti Dzire matches the Aeris on length and wheelbase but takes a wider and slightly lower stance at 1,735 mm wide and 1,525 mm tall. Its 382-litre boot offers less luggage space than the Aeris, although it still provides a separate storage area suited to everyday travel. The car also gets 163 mm of unladen ground clearance and a 4.8-metre turning radius, helping it handle speed breakers and tight parking spaces.

Dimension	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Length	3,995 mm	3,995 mm
Width	1,684 mm	1,735 mm
Height	1,536 mm	1,525 mm
Wheelbase	2,450 mm	2,450 mm
Ground Clearance	170 mm	163 mm
Boot Space	419 litres	382 litres

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Safety Features

The Tata Aeris gets six airbags for occupant protection, while ESP with traction control helps maintain control when the car encounters a loss of grip. Its Hill Hold Control assists when starting on an incline, while iTPMS monitors tyre pressure and alerts the driver when pressure needs attention. If you move up to higher variants, then u get an added dashcam recorder, Blind View Monitor and a 360° SVS HD camera, giving the driver more visibility.

On the other hand, the Maruti Dzire also gets six airbags, with ESP and Hill Hold Assist supporting stability and controlled starts on slopes. The ABS with EBD helps manage braking by preventing wheel lock and distributing braking force, while reverse parking sensors assist during low-speed manoeuvres. Its higher variants add TPMS, a reverse parking camera and a 360° HD camera for easier monitoring around the car.

Feature	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Airbags	6	6
Stability Control	ESP with traction control	ESP
Hill Assist	Hill Hold Control	Hill Hold Assist
ABS	ABS with EBD	ABS with EBD
ISOFIX	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring	iTPMS	TPMS
Reverse Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Reverse Parking Camera	HD reverse parking camera	Reverse parking camera
360° Camera	360° SVS HD camera	360° HD camera

Infotainment and Connectivity

The Tata Aeris gets a 26.03 cm HD touchscreen, giving the cabin a simple way to access music, calls and other functions. With wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, you can use your phone without connecting a cable every time. The iRA system adds over 35 connected-car features, while selected variants also get a dual smartphone deck with wireless charging.

However, the Maruti Dzire uses SmartPlay Pro and SmartPlay Pro+ systems, with a 22.86 cm touchscreen making the main controls easier to view. This setup supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, so phone functions remain easy to access while driving. Its Suzuki Connect adds useful connected functions such as OTA updates and an onboard voice assistant, giving the system more functions.

Feature	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Touchscreen	26.03 cm HD	22.86 cm
Instrument Cluster	12.7 cm digital cluster	10.6 cm colour display
Infotainment System	Ultra View HD touchscreen	SmartPlay Pro / SmartPlay Pro+
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Yes	Yes
Wireless Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Connected Car Technology	iRA with 35+ features	Suzuki Connect
Wireless Charging	Available on selected variants	Available on selected variants

Interior and Comfort

The Tata Aeris gets ventilated front seats with leatherette upholstery in its higher variants, adding more comfort for the driver and front passenger. Rear AC vents help keep the back seat area cool, while the cooled glove box gives the front passenger a useful storage option. Also, a height-adjustable driver seat and rear centre armrest with cupholders add more convenience for daily use.

Meanwhile, the Maruti Dzire also gets rear AC vents, a rear centre armrest with cupholders and a height-adjustable driver seat. It goes a step further with rear fast-charging USB ports and electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs, which are useful during regular driving. If you look into the higher variants, then you electric sunroof, cruise control and rear reading lamps that add more features to the cabin.

Feature	Tata Aeris	Maruti Dzire
Front Seats	Ventilated leatherette	Fabric upholstery
Driver Seat	Height adjustable	Height adjustable
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Rear Centre Armrest	With cupholders	With cupholders
ORVMs	Electrically adjustable	Electrically adjustable and foldable
Electric Sunroof	No	Yes

Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire: Price Comparison

The Tata Aeris price starts at Rs. 5.29 lakh and goes up to Rs. 9.74 lakh (ex-showroom). Its lower starting price gives it an entry point below the Dzire, while the range extends close to the Dzire's top-end price. This makes the Aeris worth considering for buyers who want to keep the initial purchase cost lower.

However, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire price range starts from Rs. 6.31 lakh to Rs. 9.54 lakh (ex-showroom). While the starting price is higher than the Aeris, the higher variants add features such as an electric sunroof, cruise control and a larger touchscreen infotainment system. So, buyers who move to the higher-priced Dzire variants get more comfort and convenience features along with the additional equipment.

Conclusion

Overall, the Tata Aeris and Maruti Suzuki Dzire take different approaches to the compact sedan segment, giving buyers two distinct options to consider. The Aeris stands out with its lower starting price, strong feature list and larger boot, while the Dzire offers its own mix of comfort, technology and convenience features. For buyers choosing between the two, the final decision will come down to which car offers the features, space and price that suit their needs better.

The Aeris brings several updates over the Tigor, making its comparison with the Dzire even more interesting-check out the major changes in Tata Aeris over Tigor.

FAQs about Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire

Which car has more boot space, Tata Aeris or Maruti Dzire?
The Tata Aeris offers 419 litres of boot space, compared with 382 litres in the Maruti Dzire.

Do Tata Aeris and Maruti Dzire have the same engine capacity?
Both use three-cylinder petrol engines of around 1.2 litres, but their engine specifications and outputs differ.

Which car has higher ground clearance, Tata Aeris or Maruti Dzire?
The Tata Aeris has 170 mm of ground clearance, while the Maruti Dzire has 163 mm.

Do both Tata Aeris and Maruti Dzire offer CNG options?
Yes, both cars are available with CNG powertrains along with their petrol variants.

Do Tata Aeris and Maruti Dzire offer AMT transmissions?
Yes, both models offer 5-speed manual and AMT transmission options.