Maruti Suzuki Alto Overview

Since 2000, Suzuki has produced and sold the Maruti Suzuki Alto, a city car, principally in India through the subsidiary Maruti Suzuki. The first-generation model was effectively the fifth-generation Suzuki Alto Kei car’s Indian counterpart. Built on the same basis as the previous generation, the second generation was created as an independent model. 

The S-foundation Presso serves as the foundation for the third-generation model. Since 2006, the Alto has been the best-selling vehicle in India. In February 2008, the Alto passed the one million mark in terms of production, joining the Hyundai Santro as the third Maruti model to do so, following the Maruti Omni and Maruti 800.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Variants

There are five different Maruti Alto models to choose from: LXI Opt, LXI Opt S-CNG, STD Opt, VXI, and VXI Plus. All these variants are available in 6 different colours in the market. 

1. Maruti Alto 800 LXI Opt

• A verified mileage of 22.05 kmpl is what it gives back.
• This variation comes in 6 colours: Uptown Red, Cerulean Blue, Mojito Green, Granite Grey, and Silky Silver.
• It has a 796 cc engine that can be paired with a manual gearbox. The 796 cc engine produces 69Nm of torque at 3500 rpm and 47.33 horsepower at 6000 rpm.
• The five-seater Petrol Maruti Alto 800 LXI Opt is a great vehicle. The Touch Screen, 
• Power Windows Front, Anti Lock Braking System, Wheel Covers, Passenger Airbag, Power Steering, Driver Airbag, and Air Conditioner are all standard on the Alto 800 LXI Opt.

2. Maruti Alto 800 LXI Opt S-CNG

• It produces a mileage of 31.59 km/kg, as certified.
• This variation comes in 6 colours: Uptown Red, Cerulean Blue, Mojito Green, Granite Grey, and Silky Silver.
• It has a 796 cc engine that can be paired with a manual gearbox. The 796 cc engine produces 60Nm of torque at 3500 rpm and 40.36 horsepower at 6000 rpm.
• The four-seat Maruti Alto 800 LXI Opt S-CNG is a CNG vehicle. The Touch Screen, Power Windows Front, Anti Lock Braking System, Wheel Covers, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Power Steering, and Air Conditioner are all standard on the Alto 800 LXI Opt S-CNG.

3. Maruti Alto 800 STD Opt

• A verified mileage of 22.05 kmpl is what it gives back.
• This variation comes in 6 colours: Uptown Red, Cerulean Blue, Mojito Green, Granite Grey, and Silky Silver.
• It has a 796 cc engine that can be paired with a manual gearbox. The 796 cc engine produces 69Nm of torque at 3500 rpm and 47.33 horsepower at 6000 rpm.
• The five-seater Petrol Maruti Alto 800 STD Opt is a vehicle. The Touch Screen, Power Windows Front, Anti Lock Braking System, Wheel Covers, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Power Steering, and Air Conditioner are all standard on the Alto 800 STD Opt.

4. Maruti Alto 800 VXi

• It gives a mileage of 22 kmpl.
• It is manufactured in 6 colours – Solid white, granite grey, mojito green, cerulean Blue, Silky silver and uptown red.
• It has a manual transmission set-up and consists of a 796 cc engine. It runs on petrol and has 5 seats.

5. Maruti Alto 800 VXI Plus

• A verified mileage of 22.05 kmpl is what it gives back.
• This variation comes in 6 colours: Uptown Red, Cerulean Blue, Mojito Green, Granite Grey, and Silky Silver.
• It has a 796 cc engine that can be paired with a manual gearbox set-up. The 796 cc engine produces 69Nm of torque at 3500 rpm and 47.33 horsepower at 6000 rpm.
• The five-seater Maruti Alto 800 VXI Plus is a petrol vehicle. The Touch Screen, Power Windows Front, Anti Lock Braking System, Wheel Covers, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Power Steering, and Air Conditioning are all standard on the Alto 800 VXI Plus.

6. NEW ALTO S-CNG

• The New Alto S-CNG is one of a number of Maruti Suzuki’s eco-friendly vehicles that include the ground-breaking S-CNG technology.
• The New Alto S-CNG is a snappy driver with 30.1 kW @ 6000 rpm of power and 60 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque. The vehicle has a tank capacity of up to 60L. (Water equivalent filling capacity). Maruti Suzuki’s New Alto S-CNG can deliver an average mileage of 31.59 km/kg.
• A factory-installed S-CNG kit with a leak-proof construction is included with the New Alto S-CNG to assist in guaranteeing that security is not jeopardised.
• With the use of two interdependent ECUs and an innovative injection system, Maruti Suzuki’s New Alto S-CNG is able to provide a smoother pickup and better overall performance.
• Solid performance: Intelligent injection system and retuned suspension for cross-terrain manoeuvrability.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Exterior Design

Body Coloured Bumpers

A bumper is a framework that is incorporated or attached to the front and back ends of a car in order to reduce damage in the event of a minor collision. Automobiles with rigid metal bumpers first emerged in 1904; their primary purpose was ornamentation. The perfect bumper of the Maruti Suzuki Alto reduces height differences between vehicles and safeguards pedestrians from harm. 

Regulations have been put in place to lessen the impact on pedestrians and, more recently, the cost of auto repairs. Over time, bumpers have changed due to a variety of advancements, better technologies and materials, as well as a greater emphasis on functionality to safeguard car parts and increase safety. Bumpers in the Maruti Suzuki Alto have the same colour as the body of the car. This provides uniformity and gives a blended look.

Body Coloured Outside Door Handles

In order to enter and depart a vehicle, a car door is a sort of door opening that is normally attached on its front edge, though occasionally connected by other mechanisms like tracks. For vision from within the car, side windows are frequently integrated into doors, which may also be shut to secure the car. 

Car doors can be opened manually or with the vehicle’s power assist. Minivans, luxurious cars, and modified cars may all have powered or power doors. Outside Door Handles in the Maruti Suzuki Alto have the same colour as the car’s body. This provides uniformity and gives a blended look.

Wheel Covers

A hubcap, sometimes known as a wheel cover, is a decorative disc that covers at least the hub, which is the centre of the wheel. To prevent the build-up of dirt and moisture, the wheel hub and wheel fasteners are covered with an automotive hubcap. Additionally, it serves to adorn the car. A “wheel cover” is a metallic or plastic disc that snaps or screws onto the wheel and covers the full face, whereas a “hubcap” is officially the little cover over the centre of the wheel. 

The entire wheel is frequently covered by a full-wheel cover on vehicles with stamped steel wheels. Smaller hubcaps, also known as centre caps, are typically used on cars having alloy wheels or steel wheels with distinctive designs. A spare tyre cover, sometimes known as a wheel cover, is an item that protects an externally mounted spare tyre on various off-road vehicles. Maruti Suzuki Alto possesses well-furnished, perfect wheel covers for all tyres.

Body Side Moulding

Car body mouldings are mouldings that are both aesthetically pleasing and protective. Both the material and the detail fall under this umbrella term. Car mouldings include mudflaps, lower body moulding, footrest moulding, door mouldings, window mouldings, and more. They can frequently be seen in services related to vehicle mats, etc. 

Different car mouldings need to be highly scratch-resistant, weather-resistant and have a shine that matches the car body. These are frequently provided by polyvinyl chloride, a popular polymer. Body Side Mouldings help improve the appearance of your car, Maruti Suzuki Alto.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Interior Design

C Pillar Lower Trim (Molded)

Car pillars are elements that help sustain the body’s enclosed structure. The third roof pillar, the C Pillar, is situated between pillars B and D. The names of the pillars are listed alphabetically from the front to the back of the car. Especially moulded c-pillar lower trim is set in place for added advantage in Maruti Suzuki Alto.

Silver Accent Inside Door Handles

This provides a chic look. Makes the silver accent inside look more dashing and enhances the beauty of the interior structure of the Maruti Suzuki Alto. These silver accents stand out and give a bold look to the interior structure of the vehicle. This provides a good finish to the vehicle. 

Dual-tone Interiors

Dual-mode transit refers to transportation systems that use two modes of transportation by having dual-mode vehicles run on both public highways and a guideway. In a conventional dual-mode train service, private cars similar to automobiles will be capable of travelling on public streets under the direction of the driver before entering a guideway, which might be a dedicated railway or monorail, enabling automated travelling over a long distance.

Seat Upholstery (Fabric+Vinyl)

When it comes to Seat Upholstery – Maruti Suzuki Alto does not disappoint us. The seat Upholstery of the Maruti Suzuki Alto is made from Vinyl fabric. One of its greatest benefits is the ease with which vinyl upholstery fabric may be kept clean. Contrary to leather, which often needs particular cleaning chemicals to remove stains and other debris off the material surface, vinyl may be cleaned using a variety of everyday household items. 

Typically, anything from finger paint to spilt food may be removed easily with cleaning agents as long as they don’t contain components that will lead the fabric to dry and break.

Silver Accent On Louvers

On the Louvers of the Maruti Suzuki Alto, Silver Accent is present. This gives an attractive look and provides a polished finish. Louvre’s Maruti Suzuki Alto is specially designed. They are shutters with horizontally positioned slats that can be at various angles to provide sun protection. Louvres were created to lessen the glare that is caused by rear windscreens that are excessively slanted.

Features Of Maruti Suzuki Alto

1. Customer obsession
2. Openness and learning
3. Networking and partnership
4. Fast and flexible
5. Innovations and creativity

Safety Of Maruti Suzuki Alto

• Dual airbags, ABS + EBD, pedestrian protection compliance, and full impact compliance are among the features that come standard on Maruti Suzuki vehicles.
• Other features include excellent driving experience starting with safety, very little upkeep, and excellent gas stations and help.
• Head-protecting side curtains, side airbags, and dual front airbags are all standard features.
• Emergency braking aid and antilock brakes (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) are also included as standard equipment.
• ESC is an optional electronic stability control system. The driver’s seat has a smart seat belt reminder installed.
• Its front seat belts have pre-tensioners installed to lessen slack in an accident.

Engine Specifications & Performance:

It was fueled by a three-cylinder 796 cc (48.6 cu in) gasoline engine with four valves per cylinder, MPFI, and a 32-bit ECM until the late 2010 release of the K10 Alto. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard on all versions. 

A VX/VXi variant (RF410) that debuted in April 2001 has a four-cylinder 1061-cc engine with 63 PS (46 kW) and 85 Nm (9 kgm; 63 lbft) of torque. Although it was offered for a longer period of time in other European nations, this has since been withdrawn. Additionally, the VX model had a tachometer that was missing on lower-end Altos.

Alto 800 (RF308):

The mileage range for the Alto 800 is 22.05 to 31.59 km/kg. The manual petrol version gets 22.05 kilometres per gallon. The mileage for the Manual CNG version is 31.59 km/kg.

• Torque: 62 N⋅m (46 lbf⋅ft) at 3000 rpm
• Maximum Power: 47 PS (35 kW) at 6200 rpm
• Top Speed: 137 km/h (85 mph)
• Acceleration 0–100 km/h: approximately 20 seconds

Alto 1.1 (RF410):

• Torque: 85 N⋅m (63 lbf⋅ft) at 3200 rpm
• Maximum Power: 63 PS (46 kW) at 6000 rpm
• Top Speed:

1. 145 km/h (90 mph) (automatic)
2. 155 km/h (96 mph) (manual)

• Acceleration 0–100 km/h: approximately 15 seconds

Alto K10 (RF310):

• Torque: 90 N⋅m (66 lbf⋅ft) at 3200 rpm
• Maximum Power: 68 PS (50 kW) at 6200 rpm
• Top Speed: approximately 160 km/h (99 mph)
• Acceleration 0–100 km/h: approximately 13 seconds

Good Things & Bad Things About Car

The Pros

1. Reliable

When it comes to long-term dependability, the Maruti Alto is among the best vehicles in its class. This car will undoubtedly be a terrific partner for long-term use because all of the mechanical parts and the engine have a solid track record.

2. Quality of a Comfortable Ride

The car’s suspension arrangement has been modified to be more on the sensitive side, giving it a smooth ride. All of the swells and rough areas are effectively absorbed outside the cabin and don’t filter inside.

3. Useful Urban Car

Due to its small size and excellent visibility, the Maruti Suzuki Alto is quite simple to drive. The car can be ordered with a factory-installed CNG kit, which makes it a useful option for people who need a backup vehicle for commuting in cities.

4. Post-Sale Assistance

Customers of the Alto 800 won’t have any complaints because Maruti is renowned for providing segment-leading after-sales care. There is no shortage of an approved service centres everywhere in the nation, and the price of the spare parts is not excessive.

5. Suitable AC

The AC runs efficiently and quickly, chills the rather small accommodation. When the AC is turned on, the engine of the vehicle does feel a touch sluggish, but other than that, the AC performs far better overall than most of its competitors.

The Cons

1. Backseat room

The Maruti Suzuki Alto is not a very large car in terms of proportions, which results in a cramped interior. Although the front seat capacity is adequate, the rear seat space is still subpar and should not be used by adults.

2. Better build

The Maruti Alto’s construction could have been of a higher calibre. The cabin’s plastics are of poor quality, and the metal of the sheet also seems incredibly thin. Compared to its competitors, the car does seem a little too frail.

3. Bad Experience Driving at High Speed

The Maruti Suzuki Alto is undoubtedly not among the greatest vehicles on the market if you want a vehicle that is a driver’s delight because of the vehicle’s lightweight and softer suspension configuration.

4. Seat Comfort 

The seats in the front and back are thin and not particularly supportive; therefore, there is a general lack of padding. For short-distance travel, the occupants won’t experience any significant problems; however, prolonged sitting on these seats is not advised.

Competitors Of Maruti Suzuki Alto

1. Bajaj Qute (RE60)

Bajaj Qute (RE60) is available for both personal and professional use with both CNG and diesel or petrol fuel sources. The Bajaj Qute, formerly the RE60, was the first quadricycle made in India. It is essentially a four-wheeled auto rickshaw that has a 2+2 seating arrangement, a hardtop roof, doors, and a steering wheel. 

A 216.6cc, liquid-cooled DTS-i engine that can run on gasoline or compressed natural gas powers the Bajaj Qute. It generates a respectable 13.1PS/18.9Nm on gasoline and 10.98PS/16.1Nm on compressed natural gas. It claims to have a fuel efficiency of 35kmpl for gasoline and 43km/kg for CNG.

2. Maruti S-Presso

One petrol engine and one CNG engine are available for the Maruti S-Presso. 998 cc is the size of both the petrol and the CNG engines. Both manual and automatic transmissions are offered. The S-mileage Presso ranges from 21.4 kmpl to 32.73 km/kg, depending on the model and fuel type. 

The S-Presso is a 4-seater, 3-cylinder vehicle that measures 3565mm in length, 1520mm in width, and 2380mm in wheelbase. It can comfortably accommodate four six-footers. It has an energetic engine for city driving and a large 270-litre boot. It is available in a good AMT automatic option and thus, it is really effective in urban driving.

3. Renault Kwid

Four trim levels are available for Renault’s entry-level hatchback: RXL, RXL (O), RTX, and Climber. Two petrol engine options are available for the Renault Kwid: a 0.8-litre unit (producing 54PS and 72Nm) and a 1-litre mill (producing 68PS and 91Nm), both mated to a five-speed manual gearbox, with the latter also getting an optional AMT gearbox. 

The Kwid has an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a four-way adjustable driver seat, and 14-inch black alloys as standard equipment. Keyless entry, manual air conditioning, and electric ORVMs are further amenities. Dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors all contribute to passenger safety. Additionally, the Climber version includes a load restriction and pretensioner for the driver’s seat, as well as seat belt reminders.

4. Hyundai Santro

Two petrol engines and two CNG engines are available for the Hyundai Santro. The 1086 cc and 999 cc of the petrol engine are different from the 1086 cc and 999 cc of the CNG engine. Both manual and automatic transmissions are offered. The Santro’s mileage varies depending on the model and the kind of fuel. The Santro is a four-cylinder and five-seat vehicle.

5. Maruti Celerio

There are four trims available: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+. Only the VXi trim level above the base has the CNG variant. A 1-litre petrol engine with 67PS and 89Nm of torque and a five-speed manual or optional five-speed AMT is responsible for the vehicle’s propulsion. Only a five-speed manual gearbox and 56.7PS and 82Nm of torque are available in the CNG version. Additionally, the CNG tank can hold 60 litres of fuel (water equivalent).

The Celerio’s claimed mileage figures are as follows:

• Petrol MT – 24.97kmpl (ZXi+)
• Petrol MT – 25.24kmpl (VXi, LXi, ZXi)
• Petrol AMT – 26kmpl ( ZXi, ZXi+)
• Celerio CNG – 35.6km/kg
• Petrol AMT – 26.68kmpl (VXi)

Among its features are a seven-inch touchscreen, passive keyless entry, push-button start/stop, and manual air conditioning. It has two front airbags, hill-hold assistance, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors for the protection of passengers.

6. Maruti Wagon R

The hatchback is available from Maruti in four variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+. The LXi and VXi trim also come with a CNG option. Two petrol engines are available for it: a 1-litre unit (producing 67PS and 89Nm) and a 1.2-litre unit (90PS and 113Nm). Both engines are coupled to a five-speed gearbox (manual) with the option of an automatic. Only the 1-litre engine (57PS and 82.1Nm) with a five-speed transmission (manual) is compatible with the CNG kit.

The Wagon R’s fuel economy statistics are as follows:

• 1.2-litre petrol AMT: 25.19kmpl
• 1-litre petrol AMT: 24.43kmpl
• 1-litre petrol MT: 23.56kmpl
• 1-litre petrol-CNG: 34.05km/kg
• 1.2-litre petrol MT: 24.35kmpl

Conclusion

Based on this, you can conclude that Maruti Suzuki Alto is one of the best vehicles one might tend to purchase. As they are available in various unique colours, you will have quite a few options to pick from. As you have just seen, there are many advantages to using this vehicle. Maruti Suzuki Alto provides the best travel experience and gives you many benefits.

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