By equipping all its vehicles with ESP, Maruti Suzuki is democratizing advanced safety technology, offering customers enhanced value and a safer, more confident driving experience.

In addition to ESP, Maruti Suzuki's standard safety suite includes dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, engine immobilizer, HEARTECT Platform, and a collapsible steering column.

Also read: Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Achieves Record-Breaking Sales Milestone

How ESP+ Works:

The Electronic Stability Program+ (ESP) helps prevent a vehicle from skidding by ensuring it stays on its intended path. ESP integrates with systems like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), and Stability Control (SC). It uses sensors to monitor the vehicle's movements, and an electronic control unit processes this data to adjust the vehicle's trajectory, enhancing stability and control.

The Maruti S-Presso CNG is powered by the K-series 1.0L Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine, offering unmatched fuel efficiency and refinement. In the CNG state of tune, this engine develops a peak power output of 56.69 PS @ 5300 RPM and a max torque of 82.1 Nm @ 3400 RPM. Available with a 5-speed manual gearbox, the S-Presso S-CNG delivers efficiency of 32.73 km/kg.

Introducing the new S-Presso S-CNG, Mr. Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “The SUV-inspired design of the S-Presso has ensured that it has found many takers for its prominent road presence. The S-CNG version will build on the success of the popular S-Presso, of which we have sold over 2.26 lakh units. The S-Presso S-CNG is sure to delight customers with its amazing fuel efficiency and strong performance. We now have 10 S-CNG models in our portfolio, which are designed to reduce ownership cost and strengthen our commitment to a cleaner and greener environment.”

Maruti Suzuki today has 10 S-CNG models on offer. All of them are fitted with dual-interdependent Electronic Control Units (ECU), an intelligent fuel injection system, stainless steel pipes and joints, along with integrated wiring harnesses for the CNG system. The S-CNG system comes with a micro switch that ensures the engine is turned off and does not start during the CNG fuel-filling process. Maruti Suzuki’s S-CNG systems are engineered to provide an air-fuel ratio that ensures superior performance and enhanced driveability, with better savings.

The Maruti S-Presso with the Next Gen K-Series 1.0L Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine offers enhanced fuel efficiency of 25.30 Km/l in Vxi(O)/Vxi+(O) AGS, 24.76 km/l in Vxi/Vxi+ MT and 24.12 km/l in Std/Lxi MT. The new model comes with ESP with Hill Hold Assist across all AGS variants and electrically adjustable ORVMs (Outside Rear-View Mirror) in the Vxi+/Vxi+(O) variants.

Introducing the new S-Presso, Mr. Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Director, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “S-Presso with its bold SUV-ish design has carved a strong niche for itself. Within a short span of around three years, we have sold over 202,500 units of S-Presso, a strong testimony that it stirred the right notes with customers. With many advanced features, coupled with spacious interiors, and a commanding SUV stance, the mini SUV S-Presso witnessed a positive uptake among customers. The new S-Presso with refined 1.0 K-series Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine with Idle Start-Strop technology, enhanced fuel efficiency and added features will offer an engaging drive experience to customers. We are confident that our customers will much appreciate the new S-Presso.”

Powered by highly efficient and refined Next Gen K-Series 1.0L Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine with Idle Start-Stop technology, the new S-Presso delivers 49 kW of power at 5500rpm and 89 Nm of torque at 3500 rpm.

Packed with safety features like Dual airbags, ABS with EBD, Pre-tensioner and force limiter Front seatbelts with Front seatbelt reminder, high-speed alert system, reverse parking sensors standard in all variants and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist in AGS variants, the S-Presso offers a whole new safe driving experience to you and your loved ones.

So here we have an acceleration test of the Maruti S-Presso, testing its 0-60kph, 0-80kph and 0-100kph times. But first, let's address the specifications. The Maruti S-Presso is powered by the same K10 engine that powered the Alto K10, and essentially replaced the Alto K10 in India. The engine is a BS6 compliant 1.0L 3-cylinder unit that produces 67bhp and 90 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are taken care of by a 5-speed manual transmission as standard. There’s also an AMT on offer.

Also Read : New Suzuki Jimny LWB Seen in Fresh Spy Images

Here in this test, we have the manual variant of the Maruti S-Presso, with three people on board and with the AC running normally. That, hopefully, will give you a more accurate representation of the performance in the real world. As you can see in the video, the S-Presso takes just 5.21 seconds to accelerate from nought to 60 kph. Moving on, 0-80 kph comes up in 9.55 second and 0-100 kph takes only 13.40 seconds. Now that's quite fast for what is essentially a small city car.

Numbers aside, the S-Presso actually feels fast and peppy in its character. And that's primarily because it's incredibly light. With a kerb weight of just 763 kg and being underpinned by Suzuki's Heartect platform, the S-Presso feels agile and nimble right from the get-go. Now you'd imagine that the S-Presso might not feel particularly stable and planted at higher speeds, but we are glad to report that it maintains its composure even at 100kph and beyond. So in terms of performance, the S-Presso is good to the point that it will actually surprise you.

Performance aside, it's a fairly well-rounded package with equipment such as manual air conditioning, front only power windows, a touchscreen multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and useable cup and bottle holders upfront on the top-spec VXI Plus trim. It also gets steering mounted controls for audio and Bluetooth telephony. Prices for the Maruti S-Presso currently ranges between INR  3.78 - 5.26 Lakh (ex-showroom).

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Maruti Suzuki started exporting vehicles way back in FY1986-87. Since then, the company has exported 20 lakh cars including models such as the Swift, Vitara Brezza, Dzire, Jimny, S-Presso, and more. The firm has recently announced this achievement.

Speaking on the feat, Mr Kenichi Ayukawa, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said:

The Company is committed to Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi’s vision of Make-in-India. The 20 lakh vehicle exports from Maruti Suzuki are a testimony of the same. Maruti Suzuki has been exporting vehicles for the past 34 years much before India became a prominent player in the global automobile business. This early global exposure helped the Company enhance its quality and attain global benchmarks. Currently, we export 14 models, nearly 150 variants, to over 100 countries. Vehicles manufactured at our facilities in India have found high acceptance owing to global standards of quality, safety, design and technology. Going forward, the Company has aligned itself with the evolving needs of customers in African and Latin American nations. With a flurry of new models in the pipeline, Maruti Suzuki will attract customers in new segments to enable the Company to accomplish bigger milestones at a much faster pace.

In FY2012-13, Maruti Suzuki India Limited achieved the milestone of 10 lakh exports. More than 50% of the exports were undertaken to developed markets in Europe. The subsequent 10 lakh exports came in over eight years with a special focus on emerging markets in Latin America, Africa and Asia regions.

With concerted efforts, Maruti Suzuki India Limited has been able to gain a sizeable share in markets like Chile, Indonesia, South Africa and Sri Lanka. Models such as the Alto, Baleno, Dzire and Swift have emerged as popular choices in these countries.

Also Read: New Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Rivals - Size, Specs and Prices Compared

In other news, the 2021 Maruti Swift has been recently launched in India. The updated model gets a new engine, refreshed looks, and other exciting features that should make the car an overall better package.

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Suzuki Auto South Africa has, however, allayed any safety concerns in the S-Presso available in the region. Coming forward and speaking on the matter, Brendon Carpenter, National Brand Manager, Suzuki Auto South Africa, said:

The model that was used in the crash test is an Indian-specced model that is built exclusively for the Indian market. That particular model only features an airbag on the driver’s side and it also doesn’t have front seatbelts that feature pre-tensioners with load limiters. In South Africa, a driver and passenger airbag are standard across the S-Presso range, along with front seatbelts that include pre-tensioners with load limiters. The additional airbag and seatbelt enhancements make the local model a much safer vehicle. The S-Presso offers good value, but not at the expense of safety.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Subscribe car subscription service reaches four more cities

The Suzuki S-Presso on sale in South Africa is yet to be tested by Global NCAP under the ‘Safer Cars for Africa’ campaign, an initiative of the AA. In fact, it is not clear at the moment as to if and when the car will be subjected to testing. Layton Beard, a spokesman for the AA, said:

There is a clear difference in the safety specification levels between the Indian and SA S-Presso, so to jump to any conclusions regarding those results at this stage would be both premature and unfair. Simply put, the car that was tested is not the same one you can buy off a showroom floor in South Africa.

The Maruti S-Presso was launched in India late last year. Currently, the Renault Kwid competitor is available from a starting price of INR 3.70 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Suzuki introduced the S-Presso in South Africa earlier this year. The car has become one of the company’s best sellers in a short period. At ZAR 145,900 (INR 6.98 lakh), the Suzuki S-Presso is the most affordable passenger car in South Africa.

Maruti Suzuki Arena

The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is currently available with a cash discount of INR 25,000 along with an exchange bonus of INR 20,000 and a corporate discount of INR 6,000. The company’s popular compact SUV, Maruti Vitara Brezza is currently available with a cash discount of INR 10,000, an exchange bonus of INR 25,000 and a corporate discount of INR 6,000. Similarly, the Maruti S-Presso can be bought with a cash discount of INR 20,000, an exchange bonus of INR 20,000 and a corporate discount of INR 6,000.

Buyers choosing the Maruti Suzuki Dzire can avail a cash discount of INR 10,000, an exchange bonus of INR 20,000, and a corporate discount of INR 6,000. The Maruti Alto 800 can be availed with a cash discount of INR 18,000, an exchange bonus of INR 15,000, and a corporate discount of INR 6,000.

Offers on the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R and Eeco include a cash discount of INR 10,000, an exchange bonus of INR 20,000, and a corporate discount of INR 6,000 each. The Swift, similarly, is available with a cash discount of INR 10,000, an exchange bonus of INR 20,000 and a corporate discount of INR 6,000.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Baleno surpasses 8 lakh sales milestone in 5 years

Maruti Suzuki Nexa

The Maruti Suzuki S-Cross is being offered with an exchange bonus of INR 20,000, a corporate discount of INR 20,000 and an accessories pack worth INR 37,000. The Ciaz is being offered with a cash discount of INR 20,000, an exchange bonus of INR 20,000 and a corporate discount of INR 11,000.

All variants of the Ignis is now available with an exchange bonus of INR 15,000, a corporate discount of INR 6,000. Apart from this, the Sigma and Alpha variants are being offered with a cash discount of INR 25,000 and INR 10,000 respectively. Meanwhile, the Delta and Zeta variants get a cash discount of INR 20,000 each.

A few dealerships are offering the XL6 with an exchange bonus of INR 20,000 and a corporate discount of up to INR 7,000. All variants of the Baleno can now be bought with a cash discount of up to INR 10,000, an exchange bonus of INR 10,000 and a corporate discount of INR 6,000. The Sigma variant, on the other hand, comes with an additional cash discount of INR 5,000.

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Speaking on the joyous occasion, Mr Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said:

Within a short span of a year, the Maruti S-Presso has carved a strong niche for itself with many segment-first features like a dynamic centre console with SmartPlay infotainment system, steering mounted audio and voice control, etc. In line with the aspirations of young India, the S-Presso is exclusively designed to offer a mini SUV feel with the best of technologies and features. Rightfully pegged as the ‘Genki car’, the S-Presso stirs right notes to pep-up the industry.

Customers who have purchased the S-Presso also showed much interest in accessorising their vehicles to suit their varying lifestyles. Maruti also says that the mini SUV witnessed an increased demand even in the unlock phase.

Within a month of its launch, the Maruti S-Presso made its debut entry in the top 10 cars list and has won over half a dozen awards in the automobile arena. It continues to captivate the customers and has made a strong foothold in its category with over 9% market share in the A2- segment.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Subscribe now available in Delhi-NCR & Bengaluru

The Maruti S-Presso uses a 1.0L petrol engine which produces 68 PS of maximum power at 5500 rpm and 90 Nm of peak torque at 3500 rpm. The motor is coupled to either a 5-speed manual transmission or an AutoGearShift. There is also a CNG variant which churns out 60 PS and 78 Nm.

Case in point, Maruti’s massive list of budget hatchbacks that you can buy, spread out across a broad spectrum of budgets. Maruti-Suzuki is the only carmaker in India to offer such a wide array of products and 7 of its products are priced less than INR 5 Lakh, a segment most of the middle-class Indians aspire to purchase. In fact, talking of the complete product list, none of Maruti-Suzuki’s products have a starting price of more than INR 10 Lakh, highlighting the kind of importance the Indo-Japanese lays on the budget offering, despite 12 products in its portfolio.

Hence, we have created a list of the top 5 budget Maruti Suzuki hatchbacks you can buy in India under INR 5 Lakh:

Maruti Suzuki Alto

Price – INR 2.95 Lakh

Small cars make for some of the wisest of choices for Indian roads. Not only are they affordable for buyers but a large section of the Indian population can only afford reasonably priced cars. Small cars also prove to be less of a hassle when driving in bothersome traffic through the city. If these aspects appeal to you, then the Maruti Alto stands as the rightful choice for your next purchase.

The Maruti Alto is also among the most fuel-efficient cars in the country with a 48bhp, 800cc engine that is claimed to deliver 22.05kmpl, making it one of the most affordable day-to-day runner as well. In its BS-VI avatar, the car comes with more features and subtle changes to the exterior as well. The Alto is priced starting from INR 2.95 lakh for the Standard variant.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

Price – INR 3.71 Lakh

The Maruti-Suzuki S-Presso embodies the formula of a successful car in the micro-SUV segment. The segment which is a new found love for many Indian buyers. The intention this time around was to make the SUV segment more accessible to customers. Prices for the car start at INR 3.71 lakh for the STD variant and goes up to INR 5.14 lakh (ex-showroom) for the VXi (O) CNG version.

It’s top-rung VXi plus trim gets manual air conditioning, front-only power windows, a touchscreen multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cup and bottle holders upfront. It also gets steering mounted controls for audio and Bluetooth telephony. However, it misses out on a lock-unlock button, a rear wash-wipe and a dimming feature on the interior rear view mirror. The Maruti S-Presso is powered by the same K10 engine that powered the Alto K10, and essentially replaced the Alto K10 in India. The engine comes is BS-VI compliant, produces 64 bhp and 90 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are taken care of by a 5-speed manual transmission as standard. There’s also an AMT on offer.

Maruti Suzuki Celerio

Price – INR 4.41 Lakh

Another litre-class product from Maruti-Suzuki’s extensive stable is the Celerio hatchback. The car promises to be a more youthful version of the Wagon R with a curvy design and a funky cabin. However, unlike the Maruti Wagon R, the Celerio hasn’t managed to attract many buyers.

It is offered with only a 1.0-litre engine but has a CNG option as well for those looking for better mileage from the petrol motor. There’s also an AMT gearbox option for those looking for relief from traffic. The engine produces 67bhp and 90Nm of torque. The starting price tag for the Maruti Celerio is  INR 4.41 lakh (ex-showroom). The company has also added a Celerio X to the range, giving the hatchback a more rugged appeal to attract a wider audience. The Celerio X gets plastic body cladding and roof rails to make it look macho compared to standard Celerio.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Price – INR 4.46 Lakh

The Maruti-Suzuki Wagon R has been one of the most popular badges in country for the past 2 decades. The car has had plenty of positives that have worked in its favour over the years. It was easy to get in and out of, had an airy cabin and a versatile interior made it quite practical. In its new generation version, Maruti has tried to build on these strengths and address the old car's weaknesses.

The new-gen Wagon R comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system that dominates proceedings. It’s a brand-new unit and it features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. With the new SmartPlay studio, you also get offline navigation and many more features. The new Wagon R comes with two engine options. In the lower variants, you get the same 1.0-litre engine as the previous generation. If you choose to buy the higher variants, you get the larger 1.2-litre K12 engine from the Ignis and the Swift. The 1.0-litre engine puts out 68 hp and returns 21.79 kmpl. The 1.2-litre, on the other hand, has an output of 83 hp and returns 20.52 kmpl. Prices for the car start at INR 4.46 lakh (ex-showroom).

Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Price – INR 4.89 Lakh

Last on our list, is the Maruti-Suzuki Ignis premium hatchback. It retails through Maruti's upmarket NEXA range of dealerships and not its regular Maruti Suzuki Arena dealerships, unlike all the cars mentioned above. This also means that it is the most affordable NEXA car you can buy in India, with a starting price tag of INR 4.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Ignis was launched as a unique offering in India with a tall-boy design, wide dimension, aeroplane-style toggle switches and lots of cabin space to entice young buyers. More than a budget offering, Maruti refers to the Ignis as a lifestyle product. The car gets a 1.2-litre petrol engine in the same state of tune as the Swift and Baleno. It produces 84bhp and 113 Nm torque. However, the Ignis hasn't managed to be as successful as the rest of the Maruti's line-up, despite a competitive price tag.

*Note: All prices ex-showroom

As public transport is expected to be a hotbed for infections, more people are expected to buy new affordable personal vehicles to stay safe. This could mean brighter days for manufacturers with entry-level cars that fall under INR 5 lakh in their line-up. Several studies and experts have said that the demand for entry-level personal vehicles will increase. Hence, if you are in the market looking for your first car, here are your five safest bets for cars under INR 5 Lakh*.

Datsun redi-GO

The recent update on the Datsun redi-GO has made the deal a lot sweeter. The car’s updated design has made way for a more mature and aggressive look. New cosmetic tweaks come in the form of L-shaped Daytime Running Lights (DRL), sleek headlamps with silver accents, LED fog lamps, 14-inch wheels with a dual-tone wheel cover, LED tail-lamps, and updated door trim with fabric. The car now stands as the most affordable car in India with looks to match its persona at INR 2.83 lakh*.

Renault Kwid

Renault latest update for the Kwid was a laudable one. The car now comes with a new design and sports a new imposing front fascia among other tweaks. The car has shown a substantial leap in terms of features as well. The update has brought in plenty of addition in the cabin as well. It gets a new steering wheel, a redesigned dash and a fully-digital instrument cluster. Also on offer is the new MEDIANAV Evolution infotainment system that comes with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connectivity and voice commands. There’s a piano black surround for the touchscreen with subtle chrome accents, which feels quite premium for the segment.

What also works in its favour is that the Kwid gets a boot space capacity of 279 litres, which is more than the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso and the Datsun redi-GO. At its heart is an 800-cc unit that delivers 54 hp and 72 Nm of torque and a 1.0-litre block that churns out 68 hp and 91 Nm of torque. The facelifted Renault Kwid comes at INR 2.92 lakh*.

Maruti Suzuki Alto

The Maruti Suzuki Alto requires no introduction. The car has been one of the best-selling models for the largest selling manufacturer in India. Over two decades of being on sale in India, the Alto crossed 40 lakh unit in India alone. The car has also made frequent appearance in the top-10 best-selling cars of the country. The Maruti Suzuki Alto has been the preferred choice of Indian car buyers with 76 per cent of Alto customers choosing it as their first car. The Alto was first launched in 2000 and has been on sales for the past 20 years.

In its current avatar, the car was available with a 1.0-litre K10 variant as well as the 800 cc model. While the 800 cc model produces 48 hp and is paired to a 5-speed manual only, the K10 is now replaced by Maruti Suzuki S-Presso. At the start of this year, the 800 cc Alto underwent a facelift; received a cosmetic makeover, the engine was upgraded to meet BS6 emission standards, and it meets upcoming crash- and pedestrian safety regulations.

On the inside, the cabin gets dual-tone finish with new air-con ducts and a new instrument cluster. Moreover, the new Alto gets the Smart Play Dock with Bluetooth connectivity. This Smart Play Dock transforms the phone into a touch interface to access calls, music, navigation and more. Price for the car starts at INR 2.95 lakh*.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso embodies the formula of a successful car in the faux-SUV segment. The intention this time around was to make the segment more accessible to the customers. Hence, say hello to India’s first micro-SUV. It’s top-rung VXI plus trim gets manual air conditioning, front only power windows, a touchscreen multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and useable cup and bottle holders upfront. It also gets steering mounted controls for audio and Bluetooth telephony. However, it missed out on lock-unlock button, a rear wash-wipe, and an interior rearview mirror with a day-night flick switch.

The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is powered by the same K10 engine that powered the Alto K10 and serves as the replacement for the car. The engine comes with BS-VI compliance and produces 64 bhp and 90 Nm of torque through a 5-speed manual transmission. Prices for the car starts at INR 3.71 lakh*.

Hyundai Santro

The Santro rooted Hyundai’s brand name in India. And after being absent in the market for a while, Hyundai brought back the Santro badge in a rather interesting package. Hyundai discontinued Santro after 16 years of service, and revived the nameplate again after 4 years, however, it's mostly the all-new i10 that got the Santro name. In line with its stablemates, the new Hyundai Santro comes with a few segment-first features like a 7-inch touchscreen audio-video system. The multi-media system has Android Auto, Apple Carplay and Mirror Link along with supporting Voice Recognition Function & Rear Parking Camera display on the screen.

The new Hyundai Santro is powered by a 1.0-litre petrol engine which produces 69 ps at 5,500 pm and there's both AMT and manual gearboxes on offer. Prices for the new Santro starts at INR 4.57 lakh*.

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*Ex-showroom

Speaking on the success of the Maruti Suzuki ARENA retail channel, Mr Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director (Marketing & Sales), Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said:

Maruti Suzuki ARENA was launched after listening to and meeting the expectations of a modern, dynamic, and young audience. Celebrating its third anniversary today fills all of us with great pride as it marks a transformation of our network and is a testimony of our commitment to customer satisfaction - the single-largest motivation behind our expansion, innovation, and design. We are delighted to celebrate over 745 Maruti Suzuki ARENA showrooms and look forward to offering more revolutionary customer car buying experiences.

The Maruti Suzuki ARENA showrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art modern gadgets that allow customers to customise and get detailed information digitally about the specifications and attributes of the company’s products. Also, the touch-screen navigation portal remembers customer preferences and the customisation options offered by i-Create allows them to design the car.

All Maruti Suzuki ARENA showrooms are not only equipped with the best of technology, but they are also designed to make customers completely comfortable. And in the current unprecedented times, strict sanitisation SOPs have been enforced for the safety of the customers.

The portfolio of the Maruti Suzuki ARENA retail channel includes the Alto, S-PRESSO, Wagon-R, Celerio, CelerioX, Swift, Dzire, Vitara Brezza, and Ertiga.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki launches car subscription program in Pune, Hyderabad

In other news, earlier this month, the Maruti Suzuki Alto crossed the 40 lakh sales mark in the domestic market. This makes it the only car in India to achieve such a remarkable milestone.

Following is a list of lowest priced cars in India, all of which are hatchbacks powered by small and economic petrol engines.

Datsun redi-GO

The Datsun redi-GO is not only the smallest car from the Japanese car maker’s lineup in India, but is also the least priced car in Indian car market. With a starting price of INR 2.83 lakh, the Datsun redi-GO holds the title of the most affordable car in India.

The Datsun redi-GO is available with a choice of two petrol engine options – a 0.8-litre three cylinder petrol (54 PS/72 Nm) and a 1.0-litre three cylinder petrol engine (68 PS/91 Nm). While a 5-speed manual gearbox is common to both the engines, the 1.0-litre variants can be had with an optional 5-speed AMT.

Renault Kwid

Bringing the SUV revolution to entry level compact cars with its raised stance and rugged styling bits, the Renault Kwid has appealed a lot of masses ever since its launch in 2015. The compact hatchback was given its first midlife facelift with fresh new cabin and styling updates at the front, and is available with a starting price point of INR 2.92 lakh.

The Renault Kwid shares both of its powertrain options with the Datsun redi-GO mentioned above – a 0.8-litre three cylinder petrol (54 PS/72 Nm) and a 1.0-litre three cylinder petrol engine (68 PS/91 Nm). Like in the redi-GO, both the engines get paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox, with the 1.0-litre variants getting a 5-speed AMT as well.

Maruti Alto

Ever since its inception almost two decades ago, the Maruti Alto has been the torch bearer of Maruti Suzuki in India, by consistently being one of the highest selling cars in the Indian car market. The key aspects of the success of Maruti Alto happens to be its low maintenance costs, high fuel efficiency and a low starting price point, which currently starts at INR 2.95 lakh.

The latest generation Maruti Alto sources its power from a 0.8-litre three cylinder petrol engine, which is coupled to a 5-speed manual gearbox and makes 48 PS of maximum power and 69 Nm of torque.

Maruti S-Presso

To take its rivalry with the Renault Kwid head on, Maruti came up with the S-Presso – an SUV inspired entry level hatchback, which has gained a lot of attention with its quirky styling in and out. However, it retains all the positive traits of a compact Maruti Suzuki car, like a spacious cabin and affordable maintenance costs and fuel bills.

The Maruti S-Presso gets a starting price point of INR 3.71 lakh, and is the smallest car from Maruti Suzuki which gets the much famed 1.0-litre three cylinder K10 petrol engine. Available with both 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearboxes, the engine makes 68 PS of power and 90 Nm of torque.

Maruti Celerio

The Maruti Celerio might be a bit too long in the tooth now, especially with newer products from other car makers and Maruti Suzuki itself. However, the hatchback still holds its candle among others with its practical and spacious cabin and ease of driving – not to forget it was this car which brought the revolution of AMTs in India.

The Maruti Celerio is currently available with the 1.0-litre three cylinder K10 petrol engine (68 PS/90 Nm), which is being offered with both 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearboxes. Currently, the prices for the Maruti Celerio commence at INR 4.41 lakh.

Maruti WagonR

Like the Maruti Alto, the Maruti WagonR too has been a highly successful model for the car maker since last two decades, and has seen multiple generations climbing the sales charts consistently. The Maruti WagonR is currently in its third generation version and even today is a strong brand when it comes to practicality and frugality.

The current generation of Maruti WagonR gets two engine options – a 1.0-litre three cylinder petrol motor (68 PS/90 Nm) and 1.2-litre three cylinder engine (83 PS/113 Nm) – with both the engines getting both the options of a 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearboxes. The Maruti WagonR starts at a price of INR 4.46 lakh.

Hyundai Santro

The most affordable car from the Hyundai’s stable in India, the Hyundai Santro too is one of the most reputed and oldest sub-brands in the Indian car market. The original tall boy hatchback from Hyundai was resurrected in 2018 and is currently in its third generation version.

The Hyundai Santro has a starting price point of INR 4.58 lakh, and gets a 1.1-litre four cylinder petrol engine. The engine, which is capable of making 69 PS of power and 99 Nm of torque, has been made available with both 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearboxes.

Tata Tiago

The Tata Tiago came at the very right moment when Tata Motors was waiting for that one right product which can turn the tables in its favour. With segment best build quality and contemporary appeal, the Tata Tiago soon became a hot favorite, especially among the urban youth customers.

The Tata Tiago got its first facelift in 2020, which saw the omission of diesel variants, and now soldiers on the 1.2-litre three cylinder petrol motor. The engine makes a healthy 86 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque, and is available with both 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT transmissions. The Tiago is the most affordable car from Tata, the prices of which start at INR 4.60 lakh.

Maruti Ignis

Maruti Suzuki has been the flag bearer of compact practical hatchbacks and the most affordable product from its NEXA sub brand of premium cars too ends up in this list. Known for its quirky styling and chic urban appeal, the Maruti Ignis carries a starting price point of INR 4.89 lakh.

The Maruti Ignis gets a 1.2-litre four cylinder petrol engine under its hood, which makes 83 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque, and can be had either with a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox.

Maruti Celerio X

Before the S-Presso, Maruti tried to cash in the rising interest of crossover hatchbacks with the Celerio X, which is basically a more rugged looking version of the Maruti Celerio with added body cladding, rear skid plate and bulky looking fog lamp inserts.

With a starting price point of INR 4.90 lakh, the Maruti Celerio X shares its 1.0-litre three cylinder petrol engine (68 PS/90 Nm) as well as transmission options of a 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearboxes with the Maruti Celerio.

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Maruti Suzuki says that it has seen a 15.5% CAGR increase in its CNG sales in the past five years. The Indo-Japanese automaker sold 1,06,443 CNG vehicles in FY2019-20 alone, making a new yearly sales record for itself. Factory-fitted Maruti CNG models currently include Alto, Eeco, WagonR, Super Carry, Tour S and Ertiga.

India’s leap to the BS-VI emission norms has made diesel engines way more expensive, so much so that Maruti Suzuki was left with no choice but to discontinue its diesel engines. For a company marketing its vehicles mainly based on low running costs, that’s a big problem. So, it is laying a stronger focus on CNG technology and plans to draw diesel model customers to CNG models now. It is expected to launch a number of new CNG models in the near future, the first of which will be the S-Presso CNG from Auto Expo 2020.

The Indian government is also giving CNG technology the much-needed impetus finally. As on 1 February 2020, 1,989 CNG stations were operational in India, spread across 21 states. On 8 September 2018, Dharmendra Pradhan, the national government’s Cabinet Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Steel, had announced that there are plans to have about 10,000 CNG stations within a decade. On 26 August 2019, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas had said that the aim is to increase the share of natural gas in the energy mix from 6.2% to 15% by 2030. Maruti Suzuki sure is excited about these numbers.

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1. Renault Kwid

Renault pulled off a surprise back in 2015 when it ventured into a territory completely dominated by the likes of Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai with its entry-level Kwid. The Renault Kwid, with its SUV-inspired styling despite the small dimensions, proved to be a super successful formula for Renault in India, and since then, has been spearheading the French carmaker's operations in India.

The Renault Kwid received a mid-life facelift in 2019. The SUV-styled hatchback now has a refurbished front end design with a new grille, split headlamp layout, LED DRLs and LED inserts in the tail lamps. The interior too has been enhanced, with a new dashboard, completely new fully digital instrument console and a larger touchscreen infotainment system.

Under the hood, the new Renault Kwid comes with the engines which were available in the old model as well – a 0.8-litre three-cylinder petrol engine (54 PS/72 Nm) and a 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol motor (68 PS/91 Nm). The former is available with a 5-speed manual transmission only, while the latter can be had with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual transmission. The prices of the Renault Kwid range between INR 2.92-5.01 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) is one of the best cars under 5 lakh in India.

2. Maruti S-Presso

After a long time, Maruti Suzuki tried to emulate the success formula proven by the Renault Kwid of SUV inspiration in an entry-level hatchback with the S-Presso. The Maruti S-Presso had huge shoes to fill, for the hatchback is believed to be a replacement model of the Maruti Alto K10 which will soon be discontinued.

The Maruti S-Presso looks quite unique with its standout SUV stance in its petite size. The raised bonnet, high raised front bumper and high ground clearance come together to give it a towering stance. Carrying on its funkiness on the inside as well, the Maruti S-Presso comes with a very youthful looking cabin with a centrally mounted digital instrument console and a modern Smartplay Studio infotainment system.

The Maruti S-Presso relies on the tried and tested 1.0-litre three-cylinder K10B petrol engine, available with 5-speed manual and 5-speed automated manual gearbox choices. This engine puts out 68 PS of maximum power and 90 Nm of peak torque. The prices of the Maruti S-Presso range between INR 3.71-4.99 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

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3. Maruti Wagon R

The Maruti Wagon R has been a perennial success story from day one of its inception in the Indian car market and a major contributor in making Maruti Suzuki the number one automaker in the country in terms of sales numbers. The A-segment hatchback with the tall-boy design has seen multiple generation changes in two decades.

The current generation Maruti Wagon R, which was introduced in 2019, has seen the hatchback receiving an entirely new design, which retains the traditional tall boy stance and a boxy silhouette. On the outside, the wraparound headlamps and vertically laid tail lamps do make the car look fresher. The interior looks much more upmarket with a new multi-functional steering wheel and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Unlike before, the Maruti Wagon R is now available with two engine options – 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol (68 PS/90 Nm) and 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol (83 PS/113 Nm). Both the engines are available with the options of a 5-speed manual transmission and a 5-speed automated manual transmission. The prices of the Maruti Wagon R start at INR 4.46 lakh and goes all the way up to INR 6.00 lakh (both prices ex-showroom Delhi) is one of the best cars under 5 lakh in India.

4. Hyundai Santro

The Hyundai Santro needs no introduction, for it's the model with which Hyundai forayed into the Indian market in the late 90s of the 20^th century. After a brief period of non-existence, the Hyundai Santro made a noteworthy comeback in India in a completely new avatar. It still features the signature tall-boy stance but in a much more modern form.

Unlike other models of Hyundai in India, the Hyundai Santro is not too feature-rich and has a completely different design. However, features like a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, fog lamps and steering mounted audio controls do make it an appealing modern A-segment car for the urban youth population of the country.

The Hyundai Santro packs the 1.1-litre four-cylinder petrol engine which used to power the erstwhile Hyundai Santro Xing. In its current guise, this engine is available with a 5-speed manual transmission as well as a 5-speed automated manual transmission. It produces 69 PS of maximum power and 99 Nm of maximum torque. The prices range between INR 4.57-5.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

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5. Tata Tiago

It was the Tiago with which Tata successfully made a successful comeback in the domestic market. Introduced as a gradual replacement model for the iconic Tata Indica, the Tata Tiago lured the Indian audience with its youthful styling, tough build quality and more refined engine options. It is one of the most premium cars in its segment.

Before the commencement of BS-VI era, Tata Motors gave the Tiago a mid-life update, which saw the hatchback receiving a new and wider looking front fascia with sleeker headlamps and new front and rear bumpers. The interior, however, has remained the same. The hatchback has modern amenities like automatic climate control, touchscreen infotainment system, multi-functional steering wheel and a fully digital instrument console.

With the facelift, Tata Motors has bid adieu to the 1.1-litre diesel engine option. It offers the Tiago with only a 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine which makes 86 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque. 5-speed manual and 5-speed automated manual are the transmission choices. The prices of the 2020 Tata Tiago commence at INR 4.60 lakh and go up to INR 6.60 lakh (ex-showroom India) is one of the best cars under 5 lakh in India.

*Ex-showroom India

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The Maruti S-Presso CNG measures 3,565 mm in length, 1,520 mm in width and 1,549 mm in height. It has a 2,380 mm wheelbase. Its bi-fuel engine is a derivative of the K10B 1.0-litre naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol unit of the petrol variant.

Running on petrol, the bi-fuel K10B engine produces 50 kW (67.98 PS) at 5,500 rpm. Switching to CNG mode, the maximum power reduces to 43.5 kW (59.14 PS) - and that's at the same engine speed. The maximum torque output figures and the fuel economy ratings are yet to be released. While the petrol variant can be purchased with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual transmission, the CNG variant will be sold with only a 5-speed manual transmission.

Maruti Suzuki will sell the CNG variant of the S-Presso in only select grades, namely LXI, LXI (O), VXI and VXI(O). For reference, the company offers the petrol variant in even in a lower-priced standard grade. To know more about what each of these grades includes in terms of equipment, go to our exclusive report.

The Maruti S-Presso CNG joins the bi-fuel lineup of other Maruti Suzuki offerings like Alto CNG, WagonR CNG, Celerio CNG, Eeco CNG and Ertiga CNG. The Maruti S-Presso petrol is priced from INR 3,70,500 (ex-showroom Delhi).

The Maruti S-Presso CNG will be launched very soon, likely at Auto Expo 2020. In this post, we reveal the specs and variants of the CNG S-Presso.

Maruti Suzuki had said last year that it plans on making its entire small-car portfolio available in CNG. The S-Presso CNG is a part of that move.

The Maruti S-Presso CNG will be powered by the bi-fuel variant of the Maruti S-Presso's BS-VI K10B 1.0L naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine. It will produce a maximum power of 43.5 kW (59.14 PS) at 5,500 rpm running on CNG. The maximum power in petrol mode will be 50 kW (67.98 PS), delivered at the same engine speed - 5,500 rpm. A 5-speed manual transmission will be standard in the CNG variant.

The Maruti S-Presso CNG will be available in four trims namely LXI, LXI (O), VXI and VXI(O). The LXi trim includes features like side body cladding, digital driver information display, sunvisor, AC, power steering, ABS with EBD, driver-side airbag, speed alert system, reverse parking sensors and front seatbelt reminder.

The VXi trim adds roof antenna, body-coloured bumpers, full wheel covers, fuel consumption, headlamp on warning, gearshift indicator and distance-to-empty display on the instrument cluster, remote keyless entry, accessory socket, two-speaker audio system with Bluetooth, USB & Aux, SmartPlay Dock, speed-sensitive door lock and central door locking features.

The LXi (O) and VXi (O) trims differ from the LXi and VXi trims respectively with the inclusion of passenger-side airbag and front seatbelt pre-tensioner and force limiter.

Maruti Suzuki has started using 'S-CNG' suffix in the name of its CNG vehicles, and so, expect the S-Presso CNG to be launched as S-Presso S-CNG. The company's current CNG portfolio (passenger vehicles) comprises Alto S-CNG, Alto K10 S-CNG (to be discontinued soon), Eeco CNG, Celerio S-CNG, WagonR S-CNG and Ertiga S-CNG.

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In other updates, Maruti Suzuki has confirmed that it will display 17 models at Auto Expo 2020. Its Expo line-up will include vehicles such as Futuro-e concept, facelifted Vitara Brezza and 2020 Ignis.

6 October 2019 -

Maruti Suzuki launched the S-Presso in the Indian market at a starting price of INR 3.69 lakh* last month. It is offered in a total of six variants, including STD, LXI, VXI, VXI AMT, VXI+ and VXI+ AMT. The top-of-the-line VXI+ AMT variant is priced at INR 4.91* lakh.

Maruti Suzuki is offering a plethora of accessories for the S-Presso. Its exterior accessories include day time running lamp, 12-spoke machine-finished alloy wheels, wheel arch cladding, side cladding, bodyside moulding with side inserts (orange/silver), lower bumper garnish, front upper grille garnish, door visor, bumper bezel garnish, window frame kit and back door garnish.

To further enhance the interior styling of the S-Presso, it is offered with three different optional interior styling kits, stainless steel door sill guards, designer mats, groove carpet mats and transparent mats along with a number of other options. Its infotainment accessories include rear seat infotainment system, touchscreen multimedia systems from brands such as Sony, JVC, Pioneer, and Kenwood. Other optional systems include Double Din/Single Din systems from Sony, Pioneer, JVC and Kenwood. Furthermore, Maruti Suzuki is also offering speaker and sound enhancement options in the form of six different speaker sets including DSK 170 and 250 CSV 628 speakers, to name a few.

The Maruti S-Presso is available with various utility accessories also such as three different two different digital tyre inflators, vacuum cleaner, fast charger, digital port charger, steering wheel lock, hard box trunk organizer and rear mobile holder as well as car care accessories like polish, wax and shampoo.

The Maruti S-Presso is based on Suzuki's Heartect K platform. It makes use of the BS-VI K10B 1.0-litre naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine which generates 50 kW (67.98 PS) at 5,500 rpm and 90 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm. The engine comes paired with a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automated manual, which are the transmission choices. The S-Presso returns a fuel economy of 21.7 km/l (VXI/VXI+)/21.4 km/l (STD/LXI), irrespective of the transmission selected.

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Maruti S-Presso - Prices*

• S-Presso STD - INR 3,69,000
• S-Presso LXI - INR 4,05,000
• S-Presso VXI - INR 4,24,500
• S-Presso VXI AMT - INR 4,67,500
• S-Presso VXI+ - INR 4,48,000
• S-Presso VXI+ AMT - 4,91,000

*Ex-showroom

Earlier this year, Maruti Suzuki revealed its plans on making its entire small-car portfolio CNG equipped. The company is optimistic about the expansion of its CNG portfolio since the government is working on significantly increasing the availability of CNG throughout the nation and CNG is considered as a cleaner fuel in comparison to the regular gasoline or diesel fuels.

The company calls its CNG vehicles 'S-CNG' vehicles. Currently, five of its passenger models are already kitted with CNG, namely Alto, Alto K10, Celerio, WagonR and Ertiga. With the launch of the S-Presso CNG, the total count will reach to six. Apart from this, its commercial offerings such as Dzire Tour S, Eeco and Super Carry are also offered with CNG.

The Maruti S-Presso is based on Suzuki's Heartect K platform with 98% localisation. It is powered by the BS-VI K10B 1.0-litre naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine which delivers 50 kW (67.98 PS) at 5,500 rpm and 90 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm. The engine is offered with transmission choices of 5-speed manual and 5-speed automated manual. The fuel economy rating, irrespective of the transmission selected, is 21.7 km/l (VXI/VXI+)/21.4 km/l (STD/LXI).

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In other updates, Suzuki will co-develop a Hyundai Creta rival with Toyota. It will be based on the Toyota Raize's DNGA platform. Toyota will also have a version of this model.

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