Maruti Suzuki has introduced the S-CNG trim of the Alto. It is Maruti's first BS6 compliant CNG model. The car is available in two variants LXi and LXi (O) priced at Rs. 4,32,700 and Rs. 4,36,300 (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively.

The Alto S-CNG is powered by a 796cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 40 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 60 Nm @ 3,500 rpm. Running on petrol, this engine makes 47 BHP and 69 Nm. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

The car is equipped with dual interdependent ECUs and injection system. Maruti claims that the CNG powered Alto BS6 offers a fuel-efficiency of 31.59 km/kg.

Maruti Suzuki has introduced a new variant of the Alto called the VXI+. It is priced at Rs. 3,80,209 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The Alto VXI+ comes equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment head-unit that has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity options.

The Alto VXI+ also comes with safety features such as dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, speed alert system and seat belt reminder for front passengers.

The Alto is powered by a BS6 compliant 796cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 47 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 69 Nm of torque @ 3,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.

According to Maruti Suzuki, the carmaker has sold 38 lakh units of the Alto in India since the model's launch. It is also said to be the highest selling model for the past 15 years.

The Maruti Alto was launched in the year 2000. The first sales milestone of 10 lakh units was achieved in 2008, which was followed by the launch of the Alto K10 in 2010.

In 2012, Alto sales hit the 20 lakh mark. In 2013, the Alto 800 Anniversary Edition was launched and the new K10 arrived a year later. 2016 saw the launch of the new Alto 800. In the same year, sales hit the 30 lakh mark.

In 2019, Maruti launched the BS6 version of the Alto.

According to a media report, Maruti Suzuki has introduced BS-VI compliant WagonR and Swift petrol ahead of the April 1, 2020 deadline.

Reports suggest that Maruti is likely to increase the prices of these models. The prices for the Swift petrol are expected to range from Rs. 5,14,000-Rs. 8,89,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). Both petrol and diesel versions of the Swift are now built to comply with "AIS-145 Safety Norms", which include ABS with EBD, driver airbag, reverse parking sensor, speed alert system, driver & co-driver seatbelt reminder and manual override for central locking system.

The prices for the WagonR 1.2L BS-VI could vary between Rs. 5,10,000-Rs. 5,91,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the WagonR 1.0L is expected cost between Rs. 4,34,000-Rs. 5,33,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Maruti has reportedly launched CNG variants of the new Alto as well. It is available in LXi and LXi(O) trims priced at Rs. 4,10,570 and Rs. 4,14,190 respectively.

Source: Economic Times

According to a media report, Hyundai could be evaluating a stripped down version of the Santro. The new version could be aimed at first-time buyers and positioned as a replacement for the Eon.

The second generation Santro was launched in October 2018. It is available in five variants with prices starting at Rs. 3.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). In terms of pricing, it is positioned above the Eon, which has now been discontinued. 

While more buyers appear to be willing to spend more for comfort and features, Hyundai believes there is demand for an entry-level hatchback. But, developing a new model in this segment that also complies with upcoming crash safety norms would not be cost effective. Therefore, a stripped-down version of Santro could be pitted against the Maruti Alto in a lower price bracket.

Source: Autocar India

Maruti Suzuki has launched the updated Alto at prices starting from Rs. 2,93,689 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The new Alto measures 3,445 mm in length, 1,490 mm in width, 1,475 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,360 mm. The car comes with a 35 litre fuel tank. It is available in six colours - Uptown Red, Superior White, Silky Silver, Granite Grey, Mojito Green and Cerulian Blue.

The updated Alto gets a redesigned grille and headlamps, tweaked front bumper with a trapezoidal air dam and new fenders. It gets dual-tone interiors with a new dashboard. The centre console houses a 2-DIN audio system that has Bluetooth connectivity. The car comes with a 3-spoke steering wheel and an instrument cluster with a speedometer dial in the centre.

Powering the new Alto is a BS-VI compliant 796cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 47 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 69 Nm of torque @ 3,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. 

Safety features like ABS with EBD, driver airbag, front seat belt reminders, rear parking sensors and speed alert system are offered as standard.

Variant-wise ex-showroom prices:

Std - Rs. 2,93,689

LXi - Rs. 3,50,375

VXi - Rs. 3,71,709

The updated Maruti Alto 800 has been spotted at a dealer stockyard. The new model comes with refreshed exteriors and interiors as well as added safety features.

According to the spy image, the new Alto 800 gets a revised front bumper with a trapezoidal air dam and a redesigned black grille. The car comes with dual-tone interiors and gets the same dashboard and 3-spoke steering wheel from the Alto K10. The centre console houses a 2-DIN audio system.

The new Alto 800 is expected to be offered with the same 796cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine that makes 47 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 69 Nm of torque @ 3,500 rpm. It is likely to be paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. 

Also, as per new safety regulations, the Alto 800 will be offered with ABS, driver side airbag, reverse parking sensors, speed alert system and front seat belt reminders as standard.

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According to a media report, Tata Motors is eyeing the entry-level hatchback segment and could develop a new model positioned below the Tiago. The carmaker aims to tap into this high volume segment to increase its overall market share.

Ever since the Nano and Indica were discontinued, Tata hasn't had a presence in the lower end of the hatchback market. But this could change in the future with the introduction of the modular ALFA platform, which can support cars between 3.6 to 4 meters in length. The first model based on this platform will be the Altroz. The H2X micro-SUV could be based on the same architecture, while the next generation Tiago and Tigor are also expected to switch to the new platform.

The ALFA-based cars are expected to be built at the Sanand factory. However, the Altroz is likely to be manufactured in Pune. According to Tata Motors, the demand for electric vehicles is also likely to shoot up.

The entry-level hatchback segment is currently dominated by Maruti Suzuki with the Alto. Hyundai has recently entered the fray with the new Santro, while Renault and Datsun have the Kwid and redi-GO respectively. 

Source: NDTV

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Maruti Suzuki's upcoming micro-SUV has been caught testing in Gurgaon. The car, which is likely to be based on the Concept Future-S is rumoured to replace the Alto.

The spy images suggest that the micro-SUV is likely to borrow styling cues from the Concept Future-S. It appears to have a high stance with wraparound headlamps and rectangular tail lamp clusters. The car has short front and rear overhangs and a raked rear windshield. The new model is likely to be based on the WagonR's Heartect-A platform.

Given its positioning in the market, the new micro-SUV could be offered with a 1.0-litre petrol engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and an optional AMT. It is expected to get all the mandatory safety features such as ABS, driver side airbag, rear parking sensors, seatbelt reminder and an audible high-speed warning as standard.

Maruti Suzuki's Concept Future-S based car is expected to compete with the Renault Kwid in the Indian market.

The first spy image of the next generation Maruti Alto has surfaced online. It appears that the new model could feature a micro-SUV body style introduced by the Renault Kwid.

The spy image suggest that the new Alto could borrow styling cues from the Future-S Concept that was showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo. The car seems to have a high roofline with a raked rear windshield, indicating a micro-SUV style exterior. The test mule has dummy tail lights and narrow tyres.

The next generation Alto is expected to be based on the HEARTECT platform, which also underpins the new Swift and WagonR. It would comply with the upcoming safety regulations and is therefore likely to be offered with safety features like driver side airbag, ABS, rear parking sensors, seat belt reminder and high-speed warning as standard. 

While there is no information about the engines that will be offered on the new Alto, it might get BS-VI compliant 800cc and 1.0-litre petrol engine options.

The next-gen Alto, which has been internally codenamed as the Y1K, is expected to be unveiled in 2019. Development started back in 2016 after the Japanese company gave the go-ahead to the Indian unit. 

Source: Rushlane