Maruti Suzuki Alto 800

When choosing an entry-level family car, not many families would like to look beyond the Maruti Suzuki Alto. Besides the nostalgia surrounding the Alto, this hatchback has the credentials to qualify as one of the best in the business. The Maruti Suzuki is attractively priced under Rs 3 lakhs (Rs 299,800, Delhi ex-showroom price for the Maruti Suzuki Alto STD). This car is available in eight variants, with the top-end Alto LXI (O) CNG available at Rs 4.09 lakhs (Delhi, ex-showroom).Maruti Suzuki Alto stands tall on the mileage front as its petrol variant delivers 22.05 km/l, and the CNG variant performs better at 31.59 km/kg. Thus, going the distance with the New Alto should not be an issue at all.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Exterior

Maruti Suzuki Alto has a revamped exterior appearance with its elegant new grille and sharp headlights making a forceful statement. The newly designed bumper beings a fresh appeal, whereas the side fender accentuates the attraction quotient.

The overall width and length of the Maruti Suzuki Alto STD make it one of the most compact cars in the industry to suit Indian road and parking conditions. The small car nomenclature sits perfectly on the Alto STD as it is one of the most convenient cars to drive on Indian roads. However, the Maruti Suzuki does not have a high road clearance.

The exciting aspect about the new Maruti Suzuki Alto exteriors is its aero-edge design with body-coloured bumpers and external door handles. The bodyside fenders give it a premium look, whereas the full wheel covers lend a glamourous feel. The bodyside moulding with its smooth finish captivates your heart and adds to its desirability.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Interior

Maruti Suzuki Alto's interiors exude grace and charm with its different styles. It features a dual-tone dashboard that extends to the AC ducts and includes a new, stylish speedometer. The ergonomic design is a treat to the eyes, with the bottle holders at the rear adding to the practicality. The seat upholstery with its vinyl and fabric covering makes it one of the most beautiful cars available today. The interior design looks complete with the silver accents on the steering wheels, door handles, and the centre garnish.

Features like remote keyless door entry, internally adjustable ORVMs and AC with heater give the Maruti Suzuki Alto a premium feel. Add features like sun visors for both front-seat passengers, assist grip at the front and rear, a high-quality audio system with USB and dual speakers, and an Aux-in and Radio integrated with Bluetooth, and you have one of the most stylish interiors for an entry-level hatchback.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Engine and Performance

Maruti Suzuki Alto is amongst the few Indian car models with an 800cc displacement F8D engine capable of producing high power of 47 bhp at 6500rpm. It is a powerful engine as it produces a torque of 69 Nm at 3500rpm. The 5-speed manual transmission makes it easy to navigate the car on busy Indian roads.

The tubeless tyres provide the perfect grip on Indian roads as the vehicle delivers a commendable mileage performance. The F8D engine ensures a robust performance every time you get the Maruti Suzuki Alto on the road.
The Maruti Suzuki Alto petrol variant delivers a decent mileage of 22.05 km/l, one of the best in its niche. The CNG variants have always been better, and the Maruti Suzuki Alto is no different as it delivers an average of 31.59 km/kg. So, performance-wise, the Maruti Suzuki Alto is right there amongst the best small cars in India.

Maruti Suzuki Ride, Handling and Safety

The compact size of the Maruti Suzuki Alto makes it one of the most accessible Indian cars to navigate on the narrow Indian by-lanes. At the same time, the robust engine ensures that the car cruises along at excellent speeds on the highways. Besides, the disc brakes on the front wheels and drum brakes at the rear take care of the braking responsibilities to ensure utmost safety. The ABS feature with EBD comes as a standard offering on all Maruti Suzuki Alto variants.

Maruti Suzuki Alto offers airbags for both the front seat passengers to add to the safety quotient. Other safety features include a speed alert system, engine immobiliser, seat belt reminder, headlight levelling, reverse parking sensors, and a high-mounted stop lamp. Another exciting feature is the ELR-type RR seat belts for additional safety. The Maruti Suzuki Alto conforms to BSVI emission norms in India.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Competition Check

The Maruti Suzuki Alto is available in six colour choices such as Granite Grey, Mojito Green, Cerullo Blue, Silky Silver, Uptown Red, and Superior White. There are not many 800cc hatchbacks in India to rival the Maruti Suzuki Alto. The primary competitors are Renault Kwid and Datsun Go. Similar entry-level offerings from other manufacturers include Hyundai Santro and Hyundai Eon. However, these models are comparatively more expensive as they cost between Rs 3.50 and 4 lakhs (Delhi, ex-showroom).