7. Maruti Wagon R
The 2024 Maruti Wagon R is an affordable and practical vehicle that provides mobility in India. It comes in petrol and CNG options, with a mileage range of 23.56-34.05 kmpl.
Although it lacks safety features and has only received a 1-star NCAP rating, it compensates with spacious interiors, 9 color options, and manual/automatic transmission choices.
There are rumors of a facelift soon, with a flex-fuel variant potentially on the horizon.
Maruti Wagon R Price:
| Variants | Ex-Showroom price |
|---|---|
| Wagon R LXI 1.0 998 cc, Petrol, Manual, 24.35 kmpl, 66 bhp | Rs. 5.54 Lakh |
| Wagon R VXI 1.0 998 cc, Petrol, Manual, 24.35 kmpl, 66 bhp | Rs. 5.99 Lakh |
| Wagon R ZXI 1.2 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 23.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 6.28 Lakh |
| Wagon R LXI 1.0 CNG 998 cc, CNG, Manual, 34.05 km/kg, 56 bhp | Rs. 6.44 Lakh |
| Wagon R VXI 1.0 AGS 998 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 25.19 kmpl, 66 bhp | Rs. 6.50 Lakh |
| Wagon R ZXI Plus 1.2 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 23.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 6.75 Lakh |
| Wagon R ZXI 1.2 AGS 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 24.43 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 6.78 Lakh |
| Wagon R ZXI Plus 1.2 Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 23.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 6.87 Lakh |
| Wagon R VXI 1.0 CNG 998 cc, CNG, Manual, 34.05 km/kg, 56 bhp | Rs. 6.89 Lakh |
| Wagon R ZXI Plus 1.2 AGS 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 24.43 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 7.26 Lakh |
| Wagon R ZXI Plus 1.2 AGS Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 24.43 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 7.38 Lakh |
Maruti Wagon R Specifications:
| Mileage | 23.56 to 34.05 kmpl |
| Engine | 998 to 1197 cc |
| Safety | 1 Star (Global NCAP) |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater |
Maruti Wagon R Key Features
- Fuel Efficiency
- Spacious Interior
- Tallboy Design
- Practical Features
- Affordable Price
MarMaruti Wagon R Pros and Cons
- Value for money: The Wagon R is known for its affordability, especially the lower variants.
- Spacious cabin: Thanks to its tall-boy design, the Wagon R offers ample headroom and legroom for passengers.
- Fuel efficiency: Both the 1.0L and 1.2L petrol engines offer good mileage, with the CNG option boasting even better figures.
- Choice of transmissions: Available with manual and AMT (automatic) options, catering to different preferences.
- Extensive service network: Maruti Suzuki enjoys a wide service network, ensuring easy access to maintenance and repairs.
- Good resale value: The Wagon R holds its value well, making it a good investment.
- Safety concerns: Lower variants lack airbags and other safety features, raising concerns.
- Build quality: The Wagon R’s build quality is considered average, which might not appeal to everyone.
- Performance: Neither engine is particularly powerful, and the car’s handling can be described as average.
- Boot space: The boot space is quite small, limiting practicality for carrying luggage.
- Interior quality: The interiors are basic and lack the premium feel of some rivals.
8. Maruti Grand Vitara
The Maruti Grand Vitara is a mid-size SUV that Maruti Suzuki and Toyota jointly developed.
It features a modern design with a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, and ventilated front seats.
The vehicle is available in mild and strong hybrid variants, promising excellent fuel efficiency. However, the solid hybrid variant comes with a hefty premium.
Maruti Grand Vitara Price:
| Variants | Ex-Showroom price |
|---|---|
| Grand Vitara Sigma Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 10.76 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Delta Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 12.16 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Delta CNG 1462 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.6 km/kg, 87 bhp | Rs. 13.11 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Delta Smart Hybrid AT 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 13.60 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 13.97 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta CNG 1462 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.6 km/kg, 87 bhp | Rs. 14.92 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Smart Hybrid AT 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 15.41 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 15.47 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid Dual Tone 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 15.63 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AT 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 16.91 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AllGrip 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 19.38 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 16.97 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AT Dual Tone 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 17.07 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AllGrip Dual Tone 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 19.38 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 17.13 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 18.31 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT Dual Tone 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 18.47 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 19.87 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT Dual Tone 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 19.97 Lakh |
Maruti Grand Vitara Specifications:
| Mileage | 20.58 to 27.97 kmpl |
| Engine | 1462 cc & 1490 cc |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid & CNG |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater |
Maruti Grand Vitara Key Features
- Petrol, Hybrid and CNG powertrains
- AWD
- EV mode (Strong hybrid only)
- Ambient lighting
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Head-up display
- Wireless charging pad
- Connected car technology including remote function
- A and C-type fast charging ports for rear passengers
- Rear seat recline
- Vanity mirror with illumination for both front occupants
- 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 6-airbags
- 360-degree parking assist camera
- TPMS
- Hill-hold assist
- 3-point seatbelts for all rear occupants
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- ISOFIX child-seat anchorage points
- 8-year warranty on battery
Maruti Grand Vitara Pros and Cons
- Cushy ride quality owing to the bump absorption qualities.
- Incorporates a modern design, and has a strong road presence.
- The overall refined motor simply has no vibrations under 4,000rpm.
- Practical and roomy, easy to ingress and good overall outward visibility.
- Broad dealer/service/spares network. Marutis command a good resale value.
- The finish in some places is not up to the mark.
- Lacks midrange punch especially when fully loaded.
- Seating three occupants at the rear can be restrictive.