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Maruti Suzuki Alto vs Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Maruti Suzuki Alto or Maruti Suzuki Alto K10? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Alto and Alto K10. Maruti Suzuki Alto Price starts at Rs.3.54 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Opt and Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Price starts at Rs.3.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD MT. Maruti Suzuki Alto is 3 cylinder, 796 cc Engine can generate 49 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is a 3 cylinder, 998 cc Engine can generate 65.71 bhp @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Alto provides a mileage of 22.05 kmpl (base model), and Alto K10 has a mileage of 24.39 kmpl (base model).

Alto vs Alto K10

Key HighlightsMaruti AltoMaruti Alto K10
PriceRs.3.54 LakhRs.3.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity796 cc998 cc
Power49 PS @ 6000 rpm65.71 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Mileage/Range22.05 kmpl24.39 kmpl
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Specifications Overview

Alto specificationsAlto K10 specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
3.85 Lakh
4.34 Lakh
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
3.9
4.1
Boot Space (Litres)
177 Litres
214 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
796 cc
998 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
49 PS @ 6000 rpm
65.71 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Colors
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Alto Brakes, Suspension & TyresAlto K10 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
Mc Pherson Strut
Mac Pherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
3-Link Rigid Axle
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
-
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
-
Steel
Front Tyre Size
145/80 R12
145 / 80 R13
Rear Tyre Size
145/80 R12
145 / 80 R13
Turning Radius
4.6 meters
4.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
145/80 R12
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Wheels Size
R12
R13

Exterior

Alto ExteriorAlto K10 Exterior
Sunroof
No
No
Power Windows
No
No
Adjustable ORVMs
-
Externally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
-
No
Rear Wiper
-
No
Rear Defogger
-
No
Bootlid Opener
-
Internal with Key
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
No
Daytime Running Lights
-
No
LED headlight
-
No
Projector headlight
-
checkYes
Automatic Headlamps
No
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
No

Instrumentation

Alto InstrumentationAlto K10 Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
-
No
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
-
No
Fuel level guage
Digital
-
Gear Indicator
-
No
Shift Indicator
-
No
Tachometer
No
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
-
Avg fuel economy display
-
No

Infotainment & Communication

Alto Infotainment & CommunicationAlto K10 Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
checkYes
No
Android Auto
checkYes
No
Voice Command
checkYes
No
Infotainment Screen
No
No
Multifunction Display
No
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
-
No
Gesture Control
-
No
Integrated Music System
-
No
Speakers
-
No
AM/FM Radio
-
No
USB Compatibility
-
No
Wireless Charger
-
No
Basic Warranty
2 Years / 40000 Kms
2 years or 40000 kms
Extended Warranty
5 years or 100,000 km
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Engine & Transmission

Alto Engine & TransmissionAlto K10 Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
796 cc
998 cc
Engine Type
F8D Petrol Engine
K10C
No. of Cylinders
3
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
In-line - SOHC
SOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5 Speed
5 Gears
Power
49 PS @ 6000 rpm
65.71 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
69 Nm @ 3500 rpm
89 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Battery Capacity
0.42 kwh
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Fast Charging
No
No
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
22 kmpl
24.39 kmpl
Top Speed
140 kmph
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Comfort & Convenience

Alto Comfort & ConvenienceAlto K10 Comfort & Convenience
AC
-
NO
Automatic climate control
-
No
Heater
-
No
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
-
Driver & Co-Driver
Cruise Control
No
No
Start / Stop Button
No
No
Power Steering
No
No
Adjustable steering
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Leather streering wheels
-
No
Drive Modes
No
-
Keyless Entry
No
No
Parking Assist
-
No
Parking Sensors
-
Rear
Electronically Adjustable Seats
No
No

Safety

Alto SafetyAlto K10 Safety
NCAP Rating
-
2 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
No
No
Overspeed Warning
-
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
checkYes
checkYes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
checkYes
checkYes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
No
No
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
No
checkYes
ASR / Traction Control
No
No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
No
No
Lane Departure Warning
-
checkYes
Seat Belt Warning
-
checkYes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
-
checkYes
Hill Assist
No
No
Hill Descent Control
-
No

Dimensions & Capacity

Alto Dimensions & CapacityAlto K10 Dimensions & Capacity
Length
3445 mm
3530 mm
Width
1490 mm
1490 mm
Height
1475 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2360 mm
2380 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
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No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 Litres
27 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3 Litres
3 Litres
Boot Space
177 Litres
214 Litres
Kerb Weight
730 kg
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Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Alto Pros & ConsAlto K10 Pros & Cons
Pros
  • The most affordable car on sale in India
  • Company fitted S-CNG kit available
  • Extremely frugal and Engine is smooth and peppy
  • Performance of this car is good for the price
  • Reliable in the long run
  • 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
  • Under power especially when AC is ON
  • Average high speed manners
  • Design is getting old and dated now
  • Questionable safety standards
  • 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 Maruti Alto and Maruti Alto K10

Safety

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

Body

Alto has doors and seats. It is an with 177 Litres boot space, 35 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 160 mm. It is 1490 mm wide, 1475 mm high and 3445 mm long. It has 730 kg kerb weight and 2360 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Alto K10 is an with doors and seats ,27 Litres fuel tank capacity, 214 Litres boot space, It has 1520 mm height, 3530 mm length, 1490 mm width, .

Transmission

Maruti Suzuki Alto comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 5 Speed Manual transmission. And Alto K10 comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.

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Maruti Alto and Maruti Alto K10 Owner Reviews

  • Alto Review
  • Alto K10 Review
    • S
      Sangakkara
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Maruti Alto
      3.0
      It's good for middle class family, who not afford to upper 10 lakh car. so basically It's good for us So thanks you Maruti Suzuki for the make a low budget car.
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      Subhamoy
      10 Apr 2024
      Review for Maruti Alto
      3.5
      This car is perfect for daily commutes inside the city. Mileage is also good. The company must look into its safety features. Overall, it is a good choice for city dwellers.
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    • V
      Vijayakumar
      09 Apr 2024
      Review for Maruti Alto
      5.0
      Very Nice Family Car for outing with Good mileage and well-maintained regular service for smooth functioning while long drives, even driving on bad roads, feel very nice to tell about my car.
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    • P
      Praveen
      03 Apr 2024
      Review for Maruti Alto
      3.5
      Average car with good fuel efficiency and trouble free snd low maintenance cost. In last 20 year still car engine is safe and even not touched by mechanic. I enjoyed. It is a good car for small family.
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    • Ss
      Sumit singh
      03 Apr 2024
      Review for Maruti Alto
      5.0
      It is a new. i think you like this and I know this was a such a unique car in the country and I love this car so much.
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      Thymmaibor
      30 Mar 2024
      Review for Maruti Alto K10
      3.5
      Comfortable and safety especially the vehicle is very cute. When I drive alto k10 I feel the same as I drive my Swift as the speed and capacity is similarly
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    • JD
      Jyan Deo
      2 Month ago
      Review for Maruti Alto K10
      3.5
      A good car for middle class family. It is a car for small family having maximum four or five members. It is meant for short trips. for long journey is not comfortable .
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    • Mr
      Mulkh raj
      2 Month ago
      Review for Maruti Alto K10
      5.0
      Fantastic car I enjoyed the car. Low maintenance, good mileage and need less area to park the car. My experience is very good.
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      shivaji
      5 Month ago
      Review for Maruti Alto K10
      4.8
      The mileage of the car is excellent and the performance is also good, the seats are also comfortable which make the long drievs comfortable. Overall its an excellent value for money car.
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      Kannan
      5 Month ago
      Review for Maruti Alto K10
      4.4
      The car offers impressive mileage figures both in city and highway driving conditions. Its efficient engine and lightweight build make it a practical choice for those seeking a fuel-efficient vehicle without compromising on performance.
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    Maruti Alto and Maruti Alto K10 FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Maruti Alto?
    The on-road price of Maruti Alto is Rs. 3.85 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Maruti Alto K10?
    The on-road price of Maruti Alto K10 is Rs. 4.34 Lakh in New Delhi.