Maruti Suzuki WagonR Features And Overview

The Maruti Suzuki WagonR is a tall-boy hatchback: just 3655 mm long, but 1675 mm tall. That height is the whole idea. You sit upright, you step in rather than drop down, and headroom is generous for a car this small. It suits small families, older parents and anyone who wants a clear view of the road.

Two petrol engines are on offer. The 1.0 litre K10C makes 68 bhp and 91.1 Nm, while the 1.2 litre K12N makes 90 bhp and 113.7 Nm. Each pairs with a 5 speed manual or the AGS automatic. The 1.0 litre also comes as a factory CNG, and the new ZXi+ Bioflex runs the 1.2 litre on any ethanol blend from E20 to E100.

Prices open at ₹4.99 Lakh for the LXi and reach ₹7.24 Lakh for the ZXi+ Bioflex, now the dearest WagonR, over 10 variants. Most steps from one trim to the next cost between ₹43,000 and ₹55,500. So the engine, fuel and gearbox you want usually decide your pick. Study the WagonR trims and what each adds to find your fit.

Safety is strong for the money. Every WagonR has six airbags, ESP, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and three-point belts for all five seats. From the VXi you get keyless entry, power windows all round and a 60:40 split rear seat. The ZXi+ adds a 17.78 cm touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. No version offers a reverse camera, a sunroof or cruise control.

Day to day, the 4.7 m turning radius helps in tight lanes, and the petrol cars carry a 335 litre boot. Fuel ratings run from 23.56 to 25.19 km/l on petrol and reach 33.47 km/kg on CNG. For an upright small car that puts space and safety first, the WagonR is a sensible pick. Once you settle on a trim, look over the WagonR colours.