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Hyundai Santro vs Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Hyundai Santro or Maruti Suzuki Alto K10? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Santro and Alto K10. Hyundai Santro Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Era MT and Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Price starts at Rs.3.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD (O). Hyundai Santro is 4 cylinder, 1086 cc Engine can generate 68bhp@5500rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is a 3 cylinder, 998 cc Engine can generate 67.59 bhp @ 5600 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Santro provides a mileage of 20.3 kmpl (base model), and Alto K10 has a mileage of 24.39 kmpl (base model).

Santro vs Alto K10

Key HighlightsHyundai SantroMaruti Suzuki Alto K10
PriceRs.4.67 LakhRs.3.70 Lakh
Engine Capacity1086 cc998 cc
Power68bhp@5500rpm67.59 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Mileage/Range20.3 kmpl24.39 kmpl
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Hyundai Santro Era MT car
Era MT
Rs. 4.67 Lakh
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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD (O) car
STD (O)
Rs. 3.70 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
N/A
4.03 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.1
4.1
Boot Space (Litres)
235 Litres
214 Litres
Transmission Type
-
Manual
Engine Displacement
1086 cc
998 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
68bhp@5500rpm
67.59 bhp @ 5600 rpm
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Images
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Alto K10 Images
Alto K10 Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Mcpherson Strut
Mac Pherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
155/80 R13
145/80 R13
Rear Tyre Size
155/80 R13
145/80 R13
Turning Radius
4.4 meters
4.5 meters
Wheels Size
13
R13
Wheels Type
-
Steel Rim With Wheel Covers

Exterior

Power Windows
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Outside door handles
-
Black
Bumpers
-
Black
Antenna
-
Rear Spoiler
-
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Roof Rails
-
Bonnet
-
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
-
Manually Adjustable
Tail Gate
-
Manual Operation
Outside Rear View Mirrors
-
Black

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
check
Shift Indicator
check
Tachometer
check
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
check

Infotainment & Communication

Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
check
Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone & Audio Streaming
Gesture Control
Integrated Music System
-
Standard Company Fitted
Speakers
2
-
AM/FM Radio
-
Wireless Charger
-
Front tweeters
-
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
-

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years / 100000 Kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 6 Years/160000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1086 cc
998 cc
Engine Type
-
K10C
No. of Cylinders
4
3
No. of valves per cylinder
3
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
Three Cylinders
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
-
Manual
Gears
5 Speed
5
Power
68bhp@5500rpm
67.59 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
99Nm@4500 rpm
91.1 Nm @ 3400 rpm
Battery Capacity
0.42 kwh
-
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
20.3 kmpl
24.39 kmpl
Emission Norm
-
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
-
Ventilated Seats Type
-
AC
-
Rear AC Vents
-
Automatic climate control
-
Heater
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
-
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
Leather streering wheels
-
Drive Modes
-
Keyless Entry
Parking Assist

Safety

Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Overspeed Warning
-
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
-
check
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
-
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
-
check
Hill Assist
Hill Descent Control
-
Parking Camera
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3610 mm
3530 mm
Width
1645 mm
1490 mm
Height
1560 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
2380 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
167 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 Litres
27 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
2.5 Litres
3 Litres
Boot Space
235 Litres
214 Litres
Kerb Weight
935 kg
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Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Easy to drive city car with great visibility
  • Peppy motor combined with optional AMT
  • Great fit & finish on the inside for a small car
  • Alto brand value backed up by Maruti Suzuki after sales is hard to beat
  • Factory fitted CNG kit will be on offer
  • Fuel efficient engine coupled with manual & AMT transmission options
  • Low cost of ownership & maintenance
  • Maruti Suzuki after market support is brilliant
  • Refined and fuel efficient engine coupled with manual & AMT transmission options
Cons
  • No CNG option
  • Petrol isn't as efficient as rivals
  • Model discontinuation means low resale value
  • Built quality & safety still a big question mark
  • Light weight hinders driving dynamics
  • Top end variants might be on the costlier side
  • Top end variants on the costly side
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Detailed Comparison of Hyundai Santro and Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

Safety

Santro comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. Alto K10 has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

Body

Santro has doors and seats. It is an with 235 Litres boot space, 35 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 165 mm. It is 1645 mm wide, 1560 mm high and 3610 mm long. It has 935 kg kerb weight and 2400 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Alto K10 is an with doors and seats ,27 Litres fuel tank capacity, 214 Litres boot space, 167 mm ground clearance.It has 1520 mm height, 3530 mm length, 1490 mm width, .

Transmission

Hyundai Santro comes with FWD and 5 Speed transmission. And Alto K10 comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Hyundai Santro and Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Owner Reviews

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    • MG
      Mohit Gurjar
      15 Dec 2025
      3.7
      This car has very low maintenance, almost like a two-wheeler, making it economical to own. On the highway, it delivers a mileage of 28–30 km/kg on CNG, which is impressive. It is also well-suited for driving on local roads, offering a smooth and practical experience for everyday use.
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      Sushilkumar
      14 Dec 2025
      5.0
      This car offers great features, advanced safety technology, and a stylish design. The price is affordable, and it comes with smart technology for night driving, including highly advanced front and rear lights. The car also has a large display screen compared to other mid-size SUVs.
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      Ajay
      14 Dec 2025
      4.4
      This car is truly the best in its segment. It looks stunning, and the interior is beautifully designed. I am extremely happy with Hyundai’s design and body quality. The color finish is excellent. Overall, I’m very satisfied and delighted with this car.
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      S.M. D.
      06 Dec 2025
      3.6
      Mileage and engine performance are very good. It’s a reliable machine with good quality and good service. Overall, it’s a good product with good machinery. I had a good experience.
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      biswajit
      01 Dec 2025
      2.4
      I received very good feedback from my friend who uses this car. He mentioned that the car has a very strong build quality and offers excellent comfort, especially on long drives. Based on his experience, it’s definitely a reliable and comfortable choice.
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