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 Highlights	Maruti Alto	Renault Kwid
Price	Rs.3.54 Lakh	Rs.4.70 Lakh
Engine Capacity	796 cc	999 cc
Power	49 PS @ 6000 rpm	67.06 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Mileage/Range	22.05 kmpl	21.7 kmpl

Maruti Alto

STD Opt

Rs. 3.54 Lakh

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Renault Kwid

RXE 1.0L MT

Rs. 4.70 Lakh

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Specifications Overview

Alto specifications	Kwid specifications
Variant Name	STD Opt	RXE 1.0L MT
On Road Price	3.85 Lakh Price Breakup	5.11 Lakh Price Breakup
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
User Rating	3.9 872 Reviews	3.9 220 Reviews
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	Alto Colours	Kwid Colours
Images	Alto Images	Kwid Images

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Alto Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	Kwid 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 Exterior	Kwid 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	-	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	No	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	No

Instrumentation

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

Infotainment & Communication

Alto Infotainment & Communication	Kwid Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay	Yes	No
Android Auto	Yes	No
Voice Command	Yes	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	-

Engine & Transmission

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

Safety

Alto Safety	Kwid 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)	Yes	Yes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)	Yes	Yes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)	No	No
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	No	Yes
ASR / Traction Control	No	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	No	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	-	No
Seat Belt Warning	-	Yes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt	-	No
Rear Middle Head Rest	-	No

Dimensions & Capacity

Alto Dimensions & Capacity	Kwid 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 & Cons	Kwid 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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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.

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

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  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
  29 Days ago
  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
  30 Days ago
  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
  1 Month ago
  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
  1 Month ago
  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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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.

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Maruti Suzuki Alto vs Renault Kwid

Alto vs Kwid

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Instrumentation

Infotainment & Communication

Engine & Transmission

Comfort & Convenience

Safety

Dimensions & Capacity

Pros & Cons

Which Car Do You Like More ?

Detailed Comparison of Maruti Alto and Renault Kwid

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