Maruti Alto vs Renault KWID

Alto Vs KWID

Key Highlights	Maruti Alto	Renault KWID
On Road Price	Rs.4,98,656^*	Rs.7,30,142^*
Mileage (city)	-	16 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	796	999
Transmission	Manual	Automatic

VS
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Brand / Model
Variant
Maruti Alto
Rs4.57 Lakh^*
Estimated Price
Buy Used Maruti Alto 800
VS
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Brand / Model
Variant
Renault KWID
Rs6.45 Lakh^*
*Ex-showroom Price
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Brand / Model
Variant

Maruti Alto
VXI Plus BSVI
4.57 Lakh^*
Buy Used Maruti Alto 800
VS
Renault KWID
1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT
6.45 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	VXI Plus BSVI	1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.4,98,656^*	Rs.7,30,142^*
Finance Available (EMI)	No	Rs.14,638/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.23,896	Rs.33,697
User Rating	4.3 Based on 678 Reviews	4.3 Based on 874 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.2,125.3
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

VXI Plus BSVI

1.0 CLIMBER DT AMT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.4,98,656^*

Rs.7,30,142^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.14,638/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.23,896

Rs.33,697

User Rating

4.3

Based on 678 Reviews

4.3

Based on 874 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.2,125.3

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	F8D Petrol Engine	1.0 SCe
Displacement (cc)	796	999
No. of Cylinders	33 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	47.33bhp@6000rpm	67.06bhp@5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	69Nm@3500rpm	91Nm@4250rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gearbox	5 Speed	5-Speed AMT
Drive Type	-	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

F8D Petrol Engine

1.0 SCe

Displacement (cc)

796

999

No. of Cylinders

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

47.33bhp@6000rpm

67.06bhp@5500rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	16
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	17
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	22.05	22.3
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	35	28
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI 2.0
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Mac Pherson Strut	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	3-Link Rigid Axle	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	Collapsible	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.6	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Tyre Size	145/80 R12	165/70
Tyre Type	Tubeless Tyres	Radial, Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	12	14
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Mac Pherson Strut

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

3-Link Rigid Axle

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Collapsible

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3445	3731
Width (mm)	1515	1579
Height (mm)	1475	1490
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	184
Wheel Base (mm)	2360	2500
Front Tread (mm)	1295	-
Rear Tread (mm)	1290	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	762	-
Grossweight (kg)	1185	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	279
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	-	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	-
Adjustable Headrest	-	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	-
USB Charger	-	Front
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Rear Parcel Tray,Assist Grips (Co - Dr. + Rear),Driver & Co-Driver Sun Visor	"intermittent front wiper & auto wiping while washing,rear seats - foldable backrest,sunvisor,lane change indicator,rear parcel shelf,rear grab handles,pollen filter,cabin light with theatre diing,12V power socket(front & rear)"
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Remote Trunk Opener

Remote Fuel Lid Opener

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	-
Additional Features	Dual-Tone interiors,B & C Pillar Upper Trims,C Pillar Lower Trim (Molded),Silver Accent Inside Door Handles,Silver Accent on Steering Wheel,Silver Accent on Louvers,Silver Accent on Center Garnish,Front Door Trim Map Pocket (DrIver & Passenger),Front & Rear Console Bottle Holder	"fabric upholstery(metal mustard & white stripped embossing),stylised shiny black gear knob(white embellisher & white stiched bellow), centre fascia(piano black),multimedia surround(white),chrome inserts on HVAC control panel and air vents,AMT dial surround(white),front door panel with white accent, chrome parking brake button, chrome inner door handles,LED digital instrument cluster"
Digital Cluster	-	Sami
Upholstery	-	Fabric
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Interior

Tachometer

Fabric Upholstery

Glove Box

Exterior
Available Colours	-	Fiery Red Dual ToneFiery RedMetal Mustard Black RoofIce Cool WhiteMoonlight Silver With Black RoofMoonlight SilverZanskar BlueZanskar Blue Black RoofOutback BronzeIce Cool White With Black Roof+5 MoreKWID Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Wheel Covers	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	Yes	-
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Chrome Grille	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	-	Yes
LED Taillights	-	Yes
Additional Features	Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Body Side Molding	"stylish graphite grille(chrome inserts),body colour bumpers, integrated roof spoiler, wheel arch claddings,stylised door decals,door protcetion cladding,silver streak LED DRLs,LED tail lamps with LED light guides,B-pillar applique,arching roof rails with white inserts,SUV-styled front & rear skid plates with white inserts,Climber 2D insignia on C-pillar - dual tone,headlamp protectors with white accents,dual tone body colour options,wheel cover(dual tone flex wheels)"
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered
Tyre Size	145/80 R12	165/70
Tyre Type	Tubeless Tyres	Radial, Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	12	14
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Exterior

Available Colours

Fiery Red Dual ToneFiery RedMetal Mustard Black RoofIce Cool WhiteMoonlight Silver With Black Roof+5 MoreKWID Colours

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	-
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	No
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	-
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	-
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	-
EBD	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Power Door Locks

Advance Internet
E-Call & I-Call	-	No
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes

Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call

Over Speeding Alert

Remote Door Lock/Unlock

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	7	8
Android Auto	-	Yes
Apple Car Play	-	Yes
No. of Speakers	-	2
Additional Features	Smartplay Studio - 17.78 cm Touch Screen Infotainment System	push-to-talk, video playback (via USB), roof mic, white multimedia surround, dual tone option - mystery black roof with ice cool white body colour
Rear Touchscreen	-	No
Speakers	-	Front Only
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Maruti Alto
- Passenger airbag optional on all variants.
- Maruti’s wide sales and service network
- Easy to drive with compact dimensions
- Fuel efficient with a claimed 22.05 kmpl mileage
Renault KWID
- Exterior boasts SUV-like styling
- Feature-rich cabin includes 8-inch infotainment with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Loaded with segment above features
- Mid-spec variants are well equipped

Maruti Alto
- No automatic transmission option
- Stripped out base variant
- Not very spacious. Taller passengers will have difficulty sitting one behind the other.
Renault KWID
- NVH levels could’ve been better
- AMT transmission is slow and jerky at times
- Rear seats feel cramped for tall passengers

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Questions & answers

Q ) What is the tyre size of Maruti Alto?

A ) Maruti Alto is available in 1 tyre sizes - 145/80 R12.

Q ) What is the kerb weight of the Maruti Alto?

A ) The kerb weight of Maruti Alto is 850kg.

Q ) Does Maruti Alto have automatic climate control?

A ) Maruti Alto doesn't have automatic climate control.

Q ) Does the Maruti Alto have a sunroof?

A ) Maruti Alto does not have a sunroof.

FAQs

*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi

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