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Tiago wiper blade size and how to change the blades

Quick answer22 inch on the driver side and 16 inch on the passenger side

Car partsDriver 22 inchPassenger 16 inchChecked 13 Nov 2026

Independent owner guide. Not affiliated with Tata Motors. Figures checked against the maker's published details; confirm on your vehicle's door sticker or manual.

The Tiago wiper blade size is 22 inch (about 56 cm) for the driver and 16 inch (about 41 cm) for the passenger, the pair most parts sellers list for this hatch. That longer arm sweeps your view through the steering wheel; its shorter partner clears the co-driver's half.

Tata does not print blade lengths in its brochure, so before buying, run a tape along your old rubber. Second hand Tiagos sometimes wear odd lengths a former owner picked, and a tape settles it.

Tiago fitment card

Tyre size
155/80 R13 (XE), 175/65 R14 (XM, XT, iCNG), 175/60 R15 (XZ, XZ+ petrol)
Wheels
13 inch steel (XE), 14 inch steel with cover (XM, XT), 15 inch (XZ), 15 inch alloy (XZ+)
Tiago EV tyre size
175/65 R14 on 14 inch wheels
Tyre pressure (cold)
Front 33 psi, rear 30 psi (petrol and CNG)
Spare
155/80 R13 steel spare (petrol)
Wiper blades
22 inch driver side, 16 inch passenger side
Two front wiper blades of different lengths resting on the windscreen of a compact hatchback after rain
The longer 22 inch blade sits on the driver side

Tiago wiper blade size chart

PositionLengthNotes
Front, driver side22 inch (about 56 cm)Longer blade, right hand side
Front, passenger side16 inch (about 41 cm)Shorter blade, left hand side
RearMeasure the old bladeRear wiper and washer on the XZ+

Since Indian Tiagos are right hand drive, the 22 inch blade sits on the right. Petrol and CNG Tiagos share this pair; EV owners should measure their own blades to be sure.

Measuring the blades on your Tiago

Raise one arm until it locks upright. Stretch a tailor's tape along its rubber, end to end, skipping the plastic connector. Shops sell whole inches, so round off. If one end of the rubber has torn away, measure the metal or plastic frame instead. Writing the two lengths on a slip of paper kept in the glove box saves guesswork next time.

Swapping Tiago blades at home

  1. Lay a thick towel across the glass beneath the lifted arm, because a bladeless arm snapping down can chip the screen.
  2. Press the release tab sitting at the joint between blade and U hook.
  3. Slide the old blade down through the hook and lift it free.
  4. Slide the fresh adapter upward into that hook until it snaps home.
  5. Ease that arm back down, then do the other one using its own length.
  6. Squirt washer fluid, run one cycle, and look for missed stripes.

When Tiago blades are finished

  • Each pass leaves stripes or a greasy haze.
  • The blade hops and stutters mid stroke.
  • A squeal on a half dry screen.
  • The rubber edge feels stiff or split after months of open parking.

Most owners in hot cities need fresh blades before each monsoon. Driving at night in heavy rain with smeared glass is how cyclists and broken road edges go unseen.

Rain sensing wipers and the XZ+ rear blade

Upper trims get rain sensing wipers. The sensor sits behind the glass near the mirror, and a worn blade that leaves streaks can confuse it, making the wipers run at odd speeds. Keep that part of the screen clean. The XZ+ adds a rear wiper with washer; its blade is short and wears faster than you think because it scrapes dry dust. We could not confirm its length, so measure the old one.

Choosing replacement blades

Two styles are common. Conventional blades use a steel bridge with multiple claws pressing the rubber, and sell for less. Flat or beam blades have no visible frame, hug the curved screen more evenly at highway speed and resist lifting, but cost more. Either works on the Tiago as long as the length is right and the adapter fits the hook arm. Replace both front blades on the same day, so neither lags behind.

Looking after them

Whenever the Tiago gets washed, drag a wet rag down both rubbers. Never switch the wipers on over a dry, dusty windscreen. Use proper washer fluid or plain water; dish soap leaves a film. Parking for weeks under harsh sun? Prop the arms upright. Tired tyres are the other thing that make rainy driving risky; see our Tiago tyre size page and the Tiago tyre pressure page. Other cars' blade lengths appear on the wiper blade size chart.

Questions owners ask

What size wiper does the Tata Tiago use?

Driver side takes 22 inches, passenger side 16. Tape the old ones first, because past owners sometimes fit other lengths.

Are Tiago EV wiper blades the same?

The EV shares the hatchback's body shape, but its blade pair lacked separate confirmation in what we found. Measure the old blades before you buy.

Is a 24 inch driver blade okay on a Tiago?

Avoid it. Extra length may strike the screen's rubber surround or overlap the other blade, and the arm spring may not press it evenly.

How often should I change Tiago wiper blades?

Most owners replace them annually, ideally in late May, before monsoon clouds build. Smearing means replace sooner.

Does every Tiago have a rear wiper?

In the current brochure the rear wiper and washer are listed on the XZ+. Lower trims do not have one.

Why do my new blades judder?

Wax or oil film on the glass, or a bent arm, are the usual causes. Degrease the screen thoroughly and confirm each rubber lies evenly along the glass.