Tata Aeris Variants Explained: Which One Should You Buy?

A look at all the main trim levels of the new Tata Aeris and their ex-showroom prices.

With Tata Motors retiring the Tigor nameplate, the brand has now officially introduced the Aeris in its place, at an introductory ex-showroom starting price of ₹5.29 lakh (ex-showroom). And while fleet operators will continue to be sold the commercial Xpres badge, the Aeris is for private ownership.

Key Takeaways

• Introductory pricing starts from ₹5.29 lakh for the base Smart petrol manual.
• It offers many convenience features like front ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera.
• Both 1.2-litre Revotron petrol (84.8 bhp) and 1.2-litre iCNG (74.5 bhp) engines are available.

The Aeris has five primary trim levels: Smart, Pure, Pure+, Creative and Accomplished. Below, we have covered in detail the specifications, equipment, pricing, and which variant could actually be the right one for you.

Engines and Powertrain Offerings

The Tata Aeris retains Tata’s proven 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Revotron engine family, which comes in both naturally aspirated petrol and factory-fitted iCNG configurations.

• 1.2L Revotron Petrol: Displacing 1,199 cc, this engine produces 84.8 bhp (63 kW) of peak power at 6,000 rpm and 113 Nm of maximum torque at 3,300 rpm. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT). The certified fuel efficiency is 19.6 kmpl.
• 1.2L Revotron iCNG: In CNG mode, this engine delivers 74.5 bhp of power at 6,000 rpm and 96.5 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm. It has Tata’s patented dual-cylinder technology, splitting the gas capacity into two smaller tanks placed under the boot floor to preserve 205 litres of usable luggage space at the back. It can be paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox.

The Aeris is built on an updated version of the X-platform. It’s about 3,995 mm in length, 1,677 mm in width and 1,532 mm in height, with a 2,450 mm wheelbase and an unladen ground clearance of 170 mm.

Official Technical Specifications

Tata Aeris Variants Available

With five trims on retail, the Aeris moves from a very accessible  ₹5.29 lakh price tag to a final  ₹9.74 lakh.

Tata Aeris Smart

Ex-Showroom Price: ₹5.29 Lakh (Petrol MT) | ₹6.29 Lakh (CNG MT)

The base Smart trim undercuts the previous Tigor’s starting price by ₹40,000. Despite its budget positioning, Tata has prioritised active and passive safety by making the entire core safety suite standard equipment. Visually, it offers body-coloured front and rear bumpers, LED tail lamps, halogen headlamps and 14-inch steel wheels.

• Standard Safety Suite: Six airbags (front, side, and curtain), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ABS with EBD, Corner Stability Control (CSC), Hill-Hold Control, rear parking sensors and ISOFIX child-seat anchorages.
• Exterior: Body-coloured bumpers, LED tail lamps, integrated boot-lip spoiler and 14-inch steel wheels with centre hub caps.
• Interior and Ergonomics: Dual-tone cabin upholstery, fabric seat covers, tilt-adjustable steering wheel, manual air conditioning with heater, front power windows and a 12V front auxiliary power socket.
• Exclusions: Doesn’t have an audio system, rear power windows, remote central locking, or wheel covers.

Tata Aeris Pure

Ex-Showroom Price: ₹6.14 Lakh (Petrol MT) | ₹7.14 Lakh (CNG MT) | ₹6.69 Lakh (Petrol AMT) | ₹7.69 Lakh (CNG AMT)

This one demands an ₹85,000 premium over the Smart trim. It equips the Aeris with more daily conveniences, turning the vehicle into a fully functional family sedan.

• Infotainment and Audio: Integrated 3.5-inch audio system with Bluetooth connectivity, USB input, 4-speaker acoustic setup and steering-wheel-mounted audio and phone controls.
• Comfort and Convenience: All-four power windows with driver-side express-down, electrically adjustable Outside Rear-View Mirrors (ORVMs), remote central locking with flip key, day/night inside rear-view mirror and a rear parcel shelf.
• Exterior: Full-sized wheel covers over 14-inch steel wheels, body-coloured outside door handles and body-coloured ORVM housings.

Tata Aeris Pure+ (Pure Plus)

Ex-Showroom Price: ₹6.74 Lakh (Petrol MT) | ₹7.29 Lakh (Petrol AMT) | ₹7.74 Lakh (CNG MT) | ₹8.29 Lakh (CNG AMT)

The Pure+ trim is the vehicle’s entry point for a more modern infotainment setup and some additional convenience features.

• Digital Interfaces: Upgraded 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, paired with a multi-information colour digital instrument display.
• Comfort Upgrades: Driver-seat height adjustment, electrically folding ORVMs with auto-fold on lock, rear AC vents integrated into the centre tunnel and a fast-charging USB Type-C port in the front console.
• Exterior: Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna and blacked-out B-pillars.

Tata Aeris Creative

Ex-Showroom Price: ₹7.49 Lakh (Petrol MT) | ₹8.04 Lakh (Petrol AMT) | ₹8.49 Lakh (CNG MT) | ₹9.04 Lakh (CNG AMT)

The Creative variant adopts some premium lighting elements and has higher-tier cabin automation.

• Infotainment and Audio: Free-standing 10.25-inch high-definition touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, paired with a 6-speaker audio system (4 speakers + 2 tweeters).
• Automation and Convenience: Fully automatic climate control, push-button engine start/stop with PEPS smart keyless entry, cruise control, cooled glovebox and rear-seat centre armrest with integrated cupholders.
• Exterior and Visibility: Slimline LED projector headlamps, horizontal LED daytime running lights (DRLs), front LED fog lamps, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing front wipers, rear defogger and 15-inch hyper-style stylised steel wheels.
• Driver Aids: Reverse parking camera with dynamic guidelines and tyre pressure monitoring system (iTPMS).

Tata Aeris Accomplished

Ex-Showroom Price: ₹8.19 Lakh (Petrol MT) | ₹8.74 Lakh (Petrol AMT) | ₹9.19 Lakh (CNG MT) | ₹9.74 Lakh (CNG AMT)

The Accomplished is available as the topmost variant of the Aeris lineup, in which it offers multiple segment-first luxury elements and electronic driver assistance features.

• Segment-First Comfort: Front ventilated seats for both driver and co-driver with multi-stage cooling control.
• Surround Vision and DashCam: 360-degree HD Surround View Camera with 2D and 3D display modes, a Blind View Monitor (BVM) displayed in the digital cluster and a built-in DashCam Recorder function that records footage through the exterior cameras.
• Cabin Atmosphere: Dual-tone leatherette upholstery, leatherette-wrapped 2-spoke illuminated steering wheel, wireless smartphone charging pad and an electrochromic auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror.
• Exterior: 15-inch diamond-cut dual-tone alloy wheels, connected LED light bar across the boot lid and chrome exterior window beltline garnishes.

Official Variant-Wise Ex-Showroom Prices of All Variants

The table sums up in detail all the ex-showroom prices of those variants revealed so far.

Which Tata Aeris Variant Should You Buy?

Even though safety has not been compromised in any of the variants, the Tata Aeris’ higher-end trims do offer some extra conveniences for both daily commutes and highway journeys.

For the Strict Budget Buyer: Tata Aeris Smart

If your budget is rigid and you only want a vehicle with high structural integrity, the base Smart trim has a lot of practical value. By making six airbags, ESP, Hill-Hold Control, and all-passenger 3-point seatbelts standard at ₹5.29 lakh, it offers complete safety without you having to pay for non-essential cosmetics.

For the Value-Conscious Family Commuter: Tata Aeris Pure

The Pure trim may feel like the most sensible entry-level package for everyday family duties. It has factory remote locking, all-four power windows, electrically adjustable ORVMs and an integrated audio system with steering-mounted controls. You do not have to browse the aftermarket for the essential accessories.

For the Ideal Balance of Tech and Price: Tata Aeris Creative

The Creative trim bundles the large 10.25-inch infotainment screen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, automatic climate control, cruise control, push-button start and LED projector lighting. This one provides most of the modern flagship features while sitting well below the ₹8.0 Lakh price barrier.

For Two-Pedal Urban Convenience: Tata Aeris Pure+ AMT

Buyers who want an automatic transmission with a touchscreen infotainment system and rear AC vents at the most cost-effective point should definitely consider the Pure+ AMT (even though automatic transmission is available on the Pure as well). It offers two-pedal driving alongside height-adjustable seating without forcing you to upgrade to the higher cosmetic trims.

For Maximum Equipment and Advanced Safety: Tata Aeris Accomplished

If you require premium comforts that are usually reserved for higher-segment vehicles, the Accomplished trim is the ideal choice. The combination of ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera with Blind View Monitor, an integrated DashCam Recorder, wireless charging and leatherette upholstery makes this vehicle one of the most feature-complete sub-4-metre sedans in its class.