Maruti Alto is one of the hottest selling
compact cars in the Indian market.
Maruti Alto
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Maruti Alto, best selling car in India, is a nice car
both in terms of price and quality. A city car, it offers the
combination of good fuel economy, better mileage and good performance.
Specially made for Indian cities, it is easy to drive on crowded roads.
For the starters, it is a good choice.
Design and Interior
Maruti Alto has functional interior. The speedometer is large and easy
to read but there is no tachometer. Odometer and tripmeter are on the
same digital LCD display so you have to switch between them by using a
button. Dashboard cabinet has enough space to store bare essentials. The
boot space can accommodate enough luggage. The AC of Maruti Alto is
effective, but it uses most of the power of this tiny car.
A long drive in Alto is always a pleasure. Fabric seat upholstery makes
sitting during long journeys comfortable. One can calculate the distance
travelled with electronic trip meter. A cabin lamp lits interiors of the
car.
Variants, Price and Mileage
The car is available in the variants of Alto Std, Alto Lx and Alto Lxi.
It can be bought in the price range of about Rs 2.5 lakhs.
Engine
The car is equipped with 796cc, 3-cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder MPFI,
FC engine with 32 Bit ECM. It delivers the maximum power of 47 PS
6200rpm and 62 NM torque at 3000rpm which makes it able to touch the
mark of 100 km/h in just 20 seconds. Alto uses Maruti 800's highly
fuel-efficient, 3-pot motor with a four-valve head and its electronic
tachometer results in unmatched fuel efficiency.
Safety
Maruti Alto is quite a safe car to drive on Indian roads. Its high
tensile steel side door beams guard against front, rear and side
collision impact. Computerised Anti Theft System (iCATS) protects the
vehicle from car thieves. Collapsible steering column lessens injuries
to the driver in event of accident.
Technical Specifications of Maruti Alto
| WEIGHT |
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Kerb weight |
ALTO |
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725 kg |
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ALTO LX/ALTO LXi |
|
740 kg |
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Gross vehicle weight |
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|
1165 kg |
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| ENGINE |
|
Swept volume |
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796cc |
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Engine type |
FC engine, 4 valves |
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Per cylinder MPFI |
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No. of cylinders |
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3 |
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Engine control |
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32 bit computer |
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Maximum power |
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47 bhp @ 6200 rpm |
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Maximum torque |
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62 Nm @ 3000 rpm |
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Transmission |
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5 speed, all |
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synchromesh, manual |
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| SUSPENSION SYSTEM |
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Front |
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McPherson Strut with torsion type anti-roll bar |
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Rear |
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Coil spring with double action telescopic shock absorbers |
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| SEATING |
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Capacity |
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4 persons |
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| TYRES |
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Tyre size |
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145 / 80 R12 |
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FEATURES AVAILABLE IN MARUTI ALTO
| EXTERIOR |
Alto Standard |
Alto LX |
Alto LXi |
| Front Bumper |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Dynamic Front Grill |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| S mark |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| INTERIOR |
| Fabric seats |
|
Y |
Y |
| Moulded carpet |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Luggage compartment carpet |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Moulded door trims |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Cabin lamp |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Electronic Tripmeter |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Floor front console with cup holders |
|
Y |
Y |
| Floor rear console |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Glove Box |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Front door pockets |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| COMFORT |
| AC with heater |
|
Y |
Y |
| Rotary control for AC |
|
Y |
Y |
| Tinted glasses |
|
Y |
Y |
| Outside rear view mirror (RHS) |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Remote fuel lid opener |
|
Y |
Y |
| Electronic power steering |
|
|
Y |
| SAFETY |
| Clear lens headlamps |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Head lamp leveling device – 4
steps |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Clear lens tail lamps |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Collapsible steering column |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Side-impact beams |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Rear door child safety lock |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Front and rear seat belts |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Rear seat head restraints |
|
Integrated |
Integrated |
| High mount stop lamp |
Y |
Y |
Y |
| Booster assisted brakes |
Y |
Y |
Y |
