KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Maruti Alto K10 price starts at Rs. 3.99 lakhs
- Offered in petrol and petrol+CNG options
- Serves as the most affordable model under Maruti's portfolio
Alto K10, the entry-level model from the Maruti has ruled the car scene for a long long time. With more and more models coming in, and price brackets opening up, this small hatch has managed to keep ticking its sales chart quite impressively. But for its segment and positioning, let's look at what the revered Alto's key features are, but before that, make sure to join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads with extensive coverage of the latest news and insights from the automotive space.
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1. 7-inch Infotainment Screen
VXi+ - Rs.5.35 lakhs
The Maruti Alto K10 offers a 7-inch infotainment screen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, although these smartphone connectivity features are wired. In its lower variants, it has a simple music player and the base trim misses out completely on any multimedia support.
Competition Check- Its arch-rival, the Renault Kwid, offers an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment screen with Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay with the RXL(O) variant onwards with prices starting at Rs. 4.99 lakhs.
2. Air Conditioner With Heating
LXi- Rs. Rs. 4.83 Lakhs Onwards
From its second to base LXi trim, the Alto K10 comes with a manual air conditioner unit with a heating function as well. While this is something essential to have, the base trim misses out on this one, and with the price point that it hits, there's nothing much that we can complain about.
Competition Check- The Renault Kwid too, offers a manual air conditioner starting from it second to base RXL(O) trim.
3. Remote Keyless Entry
VXI+ - Rs. 5.35 Lakhs Onwards
Reserved as exclusive addition to the top-spec VXi+ trim, the Maruti Alto K10 gets a remote keyless entry for an easy and convenient access. However, it still gets the conventional ignition by key and does not get any push start/stop button.
Competition Check- Its arch-rival, Kwid offers this feature from its RXL(O) variant, which is second to base and also offers central locking which the Alto gets with its second-to-top VXi model.
4. 4-Speaker System
VXI+ - Rs. 5.35 Lakhs Onwards
With a segment-first addition, the Alto K10 comes with a total of 4 speakers with 2 at the front and 2 speakers on the rear doors. This makes the audio experience a more immersive experience for both the front as well as second-row passengers.
Competition Check- The Renault Kwid still comes with just 2 speakers in the front row and this is something we expect to see being upgraded soon.
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5. Steering Mounted Audio/Voice Controls
VXI+ - Rs. 5.35 Lakhs Onwards
Opting for the top-spec VXi+ trim at Rs.5.35 lakh ex-showroom starting price has its perks. You get steering-mounted audio control for both music and call functionality. This makes life easy when you want to operate these features while driving.
Competition Check- The Kwid also offers this function, starting from its RXT variant priced at Rs. 5.50 lakhs ex-showroom.
Verdict
The Maruti Alto K10 is an excellent choice for those looking for affrodable and reliable small car which doesn't breaks their bank. However, with a limited price range, the Alto offers good value for money with easy maintence and a good mileage. However, the Renault Kwid, starting at Rs. 4.69 lakhs, offers a richer set of features as you climb up the trim ladder.
