Let's compare Tata Sierra Smart Plus (P) vs Maruti XL6 Zeta

Compare Tata Sierra Smart Plus (P) vs Maruti XL6 Zeta price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Tata Sierra Smart Plus (P)
Tata Sierra
Maruti XL6 Zeta
Maruti XL6
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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Tata Sierra Smart Plus (P)

Price

₹ 13.11 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 24,206/month

Maruti XL6 Zeta

Price

₹ 13.15 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 24,275/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Tata Sierra feels light on the pocket compared to Maruti XL6 by ₹3,764.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Suv

Mpv

Length

4340 mm

4445 mm +105

Width

1841 mm +66

1775 mm

Height

1715 mm

1755 mm +40

WheelBase

2730 mm

2740 mm +10

Ground Clearance

205 mm +20

185 mm

Seating Capacity

5

7 +2

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 Liters +5

45 Liters

Boot Space

622 Liters +413

209 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol

Mileage (KMPL)

17.5 Km/l

20.98 Km/l +3.48

Range

875 Kms

913 Kms +38

Engine Type

1.5l Na Revotron

K15 Smart Hybrid

Powertrain Assistance

No

Mild Hybrid

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

4

4

Displacement

1498 cc +36

1462 cc

Max Power

105 bhp @ 6000 rpm +3

102 bhp @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque

145 Nm @ 2100 rpm +6

139 Nm @ 4300 rpm

Transmission Type

MT

MT

Gear Box

6-MT

5-MT

Drive Type

FWD

FWD

Top Speed

190 +10

180

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

Yes

Yes

Turning Radius

5.3 +0.1

5.2

Front Suspension

McPherson Strut

McPherson Strut

Rear Suspension

Semi-independent twist beam

Torsion Beam

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc

Drum

Safety & Security

Airbags

6

6

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

--

--

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

No

Reverse Camera

No

Yes

360 Camera

No

No

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

Yes

No

Child Lock

Yes

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

No

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Electric

Electric

Request Sensors

Yes

Yes

Push Button Start

Yes

Yes

Cruise Control

Yes

Yes

Keyless Entry

Yes

Yes

Steering Mounted Control

Yes

Yes

Climate Control

Automatic

Automatic

Rear AC Vents

Yes

Yes

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Fabric

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

--

Yes

Rear Armrest

No

Yes

Rear Cup Holders

--

Yes

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

No

No

Exterior Features

Sunroof

No

No

Wheels

Steel Rims

Alloy

Fog Lights

No

Yes

Tyre Size

215 / 65 R17

195 / 60 R16

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED

Headlight Type

Projector Led

Projector Led

Tailgate

Electric

Electric

Roof Rails

No

Yes

Rear Wiper

No

Rear Wiper

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

--

Yes

Screen Size

--

7 inch

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

No

No

Speakers

--

6

Remote App Control

No

No

Wireless Charging

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

No

Yes

Telematics

Digital

Analogue-Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

No

Yes

Tata Sierra Vs Maruti XL6 Colors
Tata Sierra Prestine White DT

Prestine White DT

Maruti XL6 Splendid Silver

Splendid Silver

Tata Sierra Prestine White DT

Prestine White DT

Maruti XL6 Splendid Silver

Splendid Silver

Tata Sierra Vs Maruti XL6 Expert Opinions
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Tata Sierra Vs Maruti XL6 FAQs

The Tata Sierra comes with 6 nature inspired colors: Munnar Mist, Andaman Adventure, Bengal Rouge, Coorg Clouds, Pristine White, and Pure Grey. Availability depends on the variant.

Munnar Mist is a “magic” paint. It shifts from deep grey to sage green depending on sunlight. It is subtle but dramatic, like the weather in the hills.

The Sierra uses Night Saber Bi LED Booster headlamps. They are ultra slim projectors that increase light throw automatically as speed increases.

A single 1.8 meter LED strip runs across the front bonnet, giving the Sierra a strong light signature at night.

No, the Smart+ variant does not include a touchscreen or music system. This allows buyers to install an aftermarket setup of their choice.

No, the panoramic sunroof is not available in the base variant.

Superglide suspension uses FDD, Frequency Dependent Damping. It softens over small bumps in the city and becomes firm at high speed for stability on highways.

The Sierra offers a 450mm water wading depth, which is strong for this segment and better than many soft road SUVs.

Yes, even the base Smart+ variant gets all wheel disc brakes, which is rare in entry level trims.

The Maruti Suzuki XL6 is priced between ₹11.94 lakh and ₹14.84 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned above the Ertiga, it is marketed as a premium 6-seater MPV under Nexa. Buyers pay extra for the plush interiors, SUV-inspired styling, and captain seats in the second row.

The XL6 measures 4,445 mm in length, 1,775 mm in width, and 1,700 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,740 mm and a ground clearance of 180 mm. It’s basically an Ertiga in a blazer—long enough to seat six comfortably, wide enough to not feel squeezed, and tall enough to give good road presence.

With all three rows up, boot space is 209 litres, just enough for a few medium bags. Fold the third row, and it opens up to around 550 litres, which can easily take large suitcases. For long road trips, families usually fold the last row and treat the XL6 like a 4-seater luxury tourer.

The XL6 is powered by a 1.5-litre K15C Smart Hybrid petrol engine with 103 PS power and 137 Nm torque. It comes with two gearbox options, a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters. It’s the same heart as the Ertiga and Grand Vitara mild-hybrid petrol, tuned for smoothness rather than thrill.

The XL6 offers an ARAI-claimed mileage of 20.97 km/l (MT) and 20.27 km/l (AT). In real-world conditions, expect 14–17 km/l in cities and 18–20 km/l on highways, depending on driving style and load. For a petrol MPV, these are excellent numbers.

With petrol at around ₹102/litre, and a realistic mileage of 15 km/l in mixed driving, the XL6’s running cost works out to about ₹6.8 per km. For 12,000 km annually, expect around ₹81,600 per year in fuel expenses.

This is where the XL6 shines. The second-row captain seats feel more premium than a typical 7-seater bench setup. Tall-boy design, wide doors, and supportive seats make it easy for both kids and elders. The ride is tuned for comfort, not speed, which is exactly what family buyers want.

Buy the XL6 if you want a premium MPV feel (captain seats, nicer interiors, decent tech, more comfort) without going full-SUV cost. If you often have 5-6 passengers, luggage, and do highway runs, this is much better than a small hatch. But if you mostly do solo or 2 people in city traffic, a smaller car will be cheaper to run and park. If you're chasing off-road ability, steep gradients, or beastly torque, the XL6 won’t be ideal—there are other SUVs for that. And yes, the roar of “I bought a mini SUV-ish MPV” is real; you get looks, and also practicality.

Think of the XL6 as the Ertiga’s more stylish cousin. It has SUV-inspired cladding, LED DRLs, a Nexa-only badge, and captain seats in the middle row. While both share the same platform and engine, the XL6 feels more premium and exclusive, while the Ertiga is the practical mass-market workhorse.

The XL6 is 4,445 mm long, width ~1,775 mm, height ~1,700 mm, wheelbase ~2,740 mm, and ground clearance ~180 mm. Boot space with all seats up is about 209 litres; fold the 3rd row, and you get more room for bags or groceries. It’s six-seater with captain seats in the middle row, so comfort is better than typical 7-seater benches. With the AC vents refreshed and USB Type-C ports added to rear/second rows, it’s now more thoughtful for families & highway trips.
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