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Maruti Suzuki Alto vs Renault Kwid

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Maruti Suzuki Alto or Renault Kwid? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Alto and Kwid. Maruti Suzuki Alto Price starts at Rs.3.54 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Opt and Renault Kwid Price starts at Rs.4.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for RXE 1.0L MT. Maruti Suzuki Alto is 3 cylinder, 796 cc Engine can generate 49 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas Renault Kwid is a 3 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 67.06 bhp @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Alto provides a mileage of 22.05 kmpl (base model), and Kwid has a mileage of 21.7 kmpl (base model).

Alto vs Kwid

Key HighlightsMaruti AltoRenault Kwid
PriceRs.3.54 LakhRs.4.70 Lakh
Engine Capacity796 cc999 cc
Power49 PS @ 6000 rpm67.06 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Mileage/Range22.05 kmpl21.7 kmpl
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Specifications Overview

Alto specificationsKwid specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
3.85 Lakh
5.11 Lakh
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
3.9
3.9
Boot Space (Litres)
177 Litres
279 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
796 cc
999 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
49 PS @ 6000 rpm
67.06 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Colors
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Alto Brakes, Suspension & TyresKwid Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
Mc Pherson Strut
MacPherson strut with lower transverse link
Rear Suspension
3-Link Rigid Axle
Twist beam Suspension with coil spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
-
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
-
Steel
Front Tyre Size
145/80 R12
165/70 R14
Rear Tyre Size
145/80 R12
165 / 70 R14
Turning Radius
4.6 meters
4.9 meters
Tyre Size Spare
145/80 R12
165/70
Wheels Size
R12
R14

Exterior

Alto ExteriorKwid Exterior
Sunroof
No
No
Power Windows
No
No
Adjustable ORVMs
-
Internally 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
-
LED
LED headlight
-
No
Projector headlight
-
checkYes
Automatic Headlamps
No
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
No

Instrumentation

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

Infotainment & Communication

Alto Infotainment & CommunicationKwid Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
checkYes
No
Android Auto
checkYes
No
Voice Command
checkYes
No
Infotainment Screen
No
No
Multifunction Display
No
No
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
-
No
Integrated Music System
-
No
Speakers
-
2
AM/FM Radio
-
No
USB Compatibility
-
No
Wireless Charger
-
No
Basic Warranty
2 Years / 40000 Kms
2 Years or 50000 KMS
Extended Warranty
5 years or 100,000 km
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Engine & Transmission

Alto Engine & TransmissionKwid Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
796 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
F8D Petrol Engine
1.0L
No. of Cylinders
3
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
In-line - SOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5 Speed
5 Gears
Power
49 PS @ 6000 rpm
67.06 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
69 Nm @ 3500 rpm
91 Nm @ 4250 rpm
Battery Capacity
0.42 kwh
-
Fast Charging
No
No
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
22 kmpl
21.7 kmpl
Top Speed
140 kmph
130 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

Alto Comfort & ConvenienceKwid Comfort & Convenience
AC
-
checkYes
Automatic climate control
-
No
Heater
-
checkYes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
-
Co-Driver Only
Cruise Control
No
No
Start / Stop Button
No
No
Power Steering
No
checkYes
Adjustable steering
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
checkYes
Leather streering wheels
-
No
Drive Modes
No
3
Keyless Entry
No
No
Electronic Parking Brake
-
No
Parking Assist
-
No
Parking Sensors
-
Rear

Safety

Alto SafetyKwid Safety
NCAP Rating
-
1 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
checkYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
No
checkYes
Lane Departure Warning
-
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
-
No
Seat Belt Warning
-
checkYes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
-
No
Rear Middle Head Rest
-
No

Dimensions & Capacity

Alto Dimensions & CapacityKwid Dimensions & Capacity
Length
3445 mm
3731 mm
Width
1490 mm
1579 mm
Height
1475 mm
1474 mm
Wheelbase
2360 mm
2422 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
184 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 Litres
28 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3 Litres
2.56 Litres
Boot Space
177 Litres
279 Litres
Kerb Weight
730 kg
698 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Alto Pros & ConsKwid 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
  • It has now got more safety features than its rivals
  • It is an easy-to-drive vehicle with a smooth steering wheel and light clutch.
  • It is compact in dimensions, making it easy to maneuver in the city traffic and tight parking spaces
  • The engine has a decent grunt and could have been a better unit.
Cons
  • Under power especially when AC is ON
  • Average high speed manners
  • Design is getting old and dated now
  • Questionable safety standards
  • The fit-finish quality of the interior could be improved.
  • Due to its compact dimensions, it is not comfortable for 3 passengers at the rear
  • There is no option for the CNG variant.
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Detailed Comparison of Maruti Alto and Renault Kwid

Safety

Alto comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution). Kwid has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, 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, Kwid is an with doors and seats ,28 Litres fuel tank capacity, 279 Litres boot space, 184 mm ground clearance.It has 1474 mm height, 3731 mm length, 1579 mm width, and 698 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

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

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Maruti Alto and Renault Kwid Owner Reviews

  • Alto Review
  • Kwid 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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      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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      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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      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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      AMIT
      2 Month ago
      Review for Renault Kwid
      2.4
      Not so powerful but the performance is good. The basic design is good. The mileage is good. Service cost is affordable. Good and affordable car for small-sized families. Overall experience is good.
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      Shiva
      2 Month ago
      Review for Renault Kwid
      4.1
      Good car easy to maintain and less service charges. Single wiper is the problem. Other things are fine. Easy to park in a small area. Good car for 4 members. Less sound from the horn as well. Thank you.
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      Shambhulinga.m.s
      5 Month ago
      Review for Renault Kwid
      4.4
      The car offers a decent mileage of up to 22.51 kmpl on highways and 18.65 kmpl in city driving conditions.
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      Shambhulinga.m.s
      5 Month ago
      Review for Renault Kwid
      4.4
      It is a popular entry-level hatchback known for its fuel efficiency and compact design. When it comes to performance, it offers a balanced driving experience suitable for city commuting and occasional highway trips.
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      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Renault Kwid
      4.1
      It's so good experience to go on it and it's so comfortable.it is looking so nice.I like to drive on it.Automatic is for all to drive.It is in reasonable price.Automatic system is very useful in city driving.I like all colour.s particularly I like moon light silver .so I love it
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    Maruti Alto and Renault Kwid 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 Renault Kwid?
    The on-road price of Renault Kwid is Rs. 5.11 Lakh in New Delhi.