Toyota Glanza S: Is It Worth The Premium Over The Base?

Modified On Mar 19, 2022 09:55 AM By Tarun for Toyota Glanza

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It’s the entry-level variant for the AMT gearbox option

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The next variant in line is the Toyota Glanza ‘S’, which demands a premium of Rs 90,000 over the base-variant E. Also, the S variant is the entry for the AMT gearbox, which demands an additional premium of Rs 50,000. So, does it offer enough value for its premium? Let’s find out.

Variant	1.2-litre Petrol MT	1.2-litre Petrol AMT
S	Rs 7.29 lakh	Rs 7.79 lakh
G	Rs 8.24 lakh	Rs 8.74 lakh
Difference	Rs 95,000	Rs 95,000

Why Consider The Glanza S?

This variant considerably gets more features that make it easier to live with. It is equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering mounted controls, electrically adjustable and folding ORVMs, and a rear parcel shelf. Importantly, you also get the option of an AMT gearbox with this variant, which further gets ESP (electronic stability programme) and hill-hold control, as well. The Glanza S AMT is also one of the most affordable automatic options in the segment.

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Here are the features on offer in this variant:

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlight features	Body coloured bumpers, handles, ORVMs	Rear parcel shelf	Power folding ORVMs Steering-mounted audio controls	7-inch SmartPlaycast 4-speakers	ESP with hill hold (AMT only)
Other features	Halogen headlights LED taillamps	Front adjustable headrests	Power windows Keyless entry Auto AC	Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Upgrade to G if you want	LED headlights 16-inch alloy wheels	Height adjustable driver’s seat Front armrest 60:40 split rear seat	Rear AC vents with charge ports Push button start-stop 4.2-inch TFT MID	Connected car tech 2 tweeters	Side and curtain airbags Rearview camera Rear wiper and washer

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Why Skip The Glanza S Variant?

The premium seems to be a bit on the higher side since it still doesn’t offer a well-rounded value package. It does add some important features like a touchscreen infotainment system and power folding ORVMs, making it easier to live with, but you could get better value by fitting accessories to the base trim. We feel that that premium could have been lower by around Rs 20,000 to Rs 30,000. For a more complete package with the Glanza, we’d recommend stretching your budget to the next variant.

Variant	Verdict
E	Covers most of the basics and worth considering on a tight budget with plans to accessorize.
S	Gets a few more basic comforts and choice of an AMT but the premium feels steep.
G	Our recommended variant. Gets all the necessary safety, styling, and convenience features.
V	Gets a 360-degree camera, heads-up display and other cool features, but nothing you can’t live without.