Maruti Ignis

Maruti Ignis Expert Verdict

Maruti Ignis Detailed Review

• Ignis Exterior

  Maruti Ignis exterior design is very radical and different as compared to the other Maruti cars. The design team has used a boxier approach in the overall exterior layout of the Ignis. The rectangular front headlights, with plain-slated boot design, and the slanted roofline provide the Ignis with a hot hatchback look. Maruti also offers various combinations of dual-tone colours with body graphics to attract a younger audience. Equipment-wise also the Ignis is well kitted. Alloy wheels, DRLs, LED projector headlights, rear wash & wipe, etc. are some of the few in the equipment list Ignis. Overall, the Ignis is a funky looking car that gets modern equipment on offer and stands out from the crowd. 

  Summary

  The exteriors of the Ignis are sporty and aggressive-looking.

• Ignis Interior

  Maruti Ignis interior is well designed too. The interior space, especially in the front seats is very nice. The cushioning of seats with adequate bolstering makes the ride more comfortable. Maruti has equipped the interiors with the latest tech such as – a touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, steering mounted controls, dual-tone interior colour, etc. The overall space is decent for four adults but the space management at the rear seats could’ve been better. The claustrophobic nature of the rear bench keeps the potential buyers away to some limit. At 260 lt, the boot space of Ignis is also decent.

  Summary

  Interiors of the Ignis are simple, spacious, & practical.

• Ignis Ride & Handling

  The ride and handling combination of Ignis is its main talking point. Maruti engineers have tuned the Ignis for youngsters who want to buy fun-to-drive cars. The suspension is tuned towards the hard side which helps in handling at higher speeds. The hard suspension means the low-speed ride quality of the Ignis is not as good as its siblings. But as soon as the speed builds up, Ignis feels more planted than any of its rivals. The handling of the car has also been tuned accordingly to accommodate the suspension feel. The steering feedback is light at the low speeds while at the higher speeds the steering weighs up nicely. Ignis feels confident to make high-speed turns well, however, there is a bit of bodyroll that is felt to the passengers sitting inside. 

  Summary

  Ride & handling is very well tuned in the Ignis hatchback.

• Ignis Engine Performance & Mileage

  Maruti has equipped the Ignis hatchback with its tried and tested 1.2-lt, K-series petrol engine. This 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine produces a peak power of 82 hp & 113 Nm of peak torque. This engine gets an option between a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT automatic gearbox as well. Both of these transmission options are slick to use & offer efficiency along with reliability. The lightweight Ignis performs very well. Due to the 840 kg kerb weight, the power to weight ratio is sufficient for any kind of road. The ARAI-claimed mileage of the Ignis is 20.89 kmpl for both the manual as well as an automatic gearbox. Ignis is one of the most efficient petrol cars in India as well. Overall, the Ignis is quite a good car to drive that can be driven in a sedate manner and not in the spirited one. 

  Summary

  The engine of Ignis is extremely fuel-efficient & performs well.

• Ignis Safety

  Maruti Suzuki Ignis is also one of the safest cars in the segment. Maruti has equipped the Ignis with the safety features such as the dual-front airbags, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Reverse parking assist, read defogger, and even the ISOFIX seats which are hard to find at this price point. In the recent crash tests conducted by freelancing agencies, the Maruti Ignis also scored a very well-deserving 3-star crash test rating. The commendable efforts for passenger safety from Maruti engineers do sparkle in the Ignis. It is a good alternative for someone who is looking for a car with good ground clearance and yet small to park at tighter spots. 

  Summary

  Ignis is a very well equipped and safe car in its segment.