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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R
The tall-boy people-mover: a 67 bhp 1.0-litre, a CNG option and more headroom than cars twice the price.
On sale ₹5.55 lakh – ₹7.42 lakh Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Price
- ₹5.55 lakh – ₹7.42 lakh
- Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Mileage
- 24 kmpl
- Engine
- 998 cc
- Power
- 67 bhp
- Torque
- 90 Nm
- Top speed
- 145 kmph
- Kerb weight
- 840 kg
- Height
- 1665 mm
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
- Seats
- 5
- Boot space
- 189 L
- Fuel
- Petrol / CNG
- Gearbox
- Manual / Automatic
Price
Ex-showroom price
₹5.55 lakh - ₹7.42 lakh
Delhi NCR
Launched August 2024
Range spread ₹5.55 lakh – ₹7.42 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R variant prices
| Variant | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| LXi petrol manual Two airbags · Manual AC | ₹5.55 lakh |
| VXi petrol manual Touchscreen infotainment · Rear parking sensors | ₹6.1 lakh |
| ZXi petrol manual Keyless entry · Alloy wheels | ₹6.65 lakh |
| VXi AMT petrol automatic Automated manual gearbox · Cruise control | ₹6.9 lakh |
| ZXi+ CNG cng manual Factory CNG · Six airbags | ₹7.42 lakh |
Prices are ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates — not official or live quotations. Confirm current prices with the manufacturer and a dealer.
Mileage and fuel use
Published mileage
24 km/l
Fuel economy varies with traffic, speed, load, road conditions and maintenance. A published figure is not a promise of real-world consumption.
Performance and powertrain
Engine
998 cc · 4 cylinders
- Maximum power
- 67 bhp at 5500 rpm
- Maximum torque
- 90 Nm at 3500 rpm
- Top speed
- 145 km/h
Specifications
Engine and performance
| Engine | 998 cc, 4-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Max power | 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Max torque | 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Mileage | 24 kmpl |
| Top speed | 145 kmph |
| Gearbox | Manual / Automatic |
Chassis and safety
| Kerb weight | 840 kg |
|---|---|
| Seat capacity | 5 persons |
| Boot space | 189 litres |
| Suspension | MacPherson strut front, torsion beam rear |
| Brakes | Ventilated disc front, drum rear |
| Tyres | 165/80 R14 |
| Safety equipment | Two airbags, ABS with EBD; six on top variant |
Dimensions
| Length | 3660 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1515 mm |
| Height | 1665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm |
Figures without a named source document are unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates, not official specifications. Confirm current numbers with the manufacturer.
What to know about the Wagon R
The Wagon R has outlasted every trend in the entry hatchback market because it solves one problem exceptionally well: it makes five people comfortable in a body shorter than most sub-compacts. The tall, boxy shape gives genuine headroom and an upright seating position that older and taller buyers find far easier to get in and out of than a low-slung hatchback, and the 1.0-litre petrol with 67 bhp is geared for economical progress rather than anything more.
The running-cost story is the other half of the appeal. There is a CNG factory option in this line-up that cuts city running cost to a fraction of petrol, the manual returns a claimed 24 kmpl, and the mechanical simplicity keeps servicing almost trivial. Visibility is excellent, the turning circle is a market-street asset, and the boot, small at 189 litres with the rear bench up, swallows a fortnight of groceries when the seat is folded.
The trade-off is pace and protection. Pulling away at full load on a flyover asks the little 1.0-litre for everything it has, wind noise creeps in above 90 km/h, and the safety rating is the weakest part of the case: two airbags and a two-star Global NCAP adult score on the volume variants, with six reserved for the top trim. The Wagon R is not trying to be exciting, and as a low-cost, low-drama family runabout it remains one of the most rational purchases in the catalogue.
- Segment-best headroom and upright seating
- Factory CNG option for low running cost
- Tight turning circle for crowded streets
Features
Convenience
- Height-adjustable driver seat
- Rear parking sensors
- Remote keyless entry
- Split-folding rear seat
Interior
- 7-inch SmartPlay touchscreen
- Manual air conditioning with rear vents
- Digital instrument cluster
- Multiple bottle holders
Safety
- ABS with EBD
- Speed-sensing door locks
- Two airbags standard
- Six airbags on top variant
Pros and cons
What we like
- Cabin space and headroom beat larger cars
- CNG option keeps running cost minimal
- Easy to drive, park and service
What we would change
- 67 bhp is breathless fully loaded
- Two airbags on volume variants, two-star rating
- Plain to drive and plain to look at
Editorial rating
How it scores
3.7/5
Overall score across 7 rated dimensions
MotoSutra editorial rating: 3.7 out of 5
Lowest rated
Safety
2.6/5
Build quality, safety features & ratings
- Performance Power, acceleration & driving dynamics 3.0/5 Average
- Features Tech, convenience & equipment 3.5/5 Good
- Design Looks, presence & styling 3.3/5 Average
- Safety Build quality, safety features & ratings 2.6/5 Needs improvement
- Interior Space, materials & practicality 3.8/5 Good
- Efficiency Mileage / range & running costs 4.7/5 Excellent
- Comfort Ride quality & long-drive comfort 4.0/5 Very strong
The tall-boy people-mover: a 67 bhp 1.0-litre, a CNG option and more headroom than cars twice the price.
MotoSutra editorial rating on a 5-point scale. Rated across 7 dimensions; unscored dimensions are omitted.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R price?
In MotoSutra’s unverified catalogue the Wagon R runs from ₹5.55 lakh to ₹7.42 lakh ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, with the top ZXi+ offering factory CNG and six airbags.
What is the Wagon R’s mileage?
The claimed petrol figure is 24 kmpl for the manual. MotoSutra estimates 17-19 kmpl in mixed driving; the CNG variant returns its economy in km per kilogram rather than litres.
Is the Wagon R available with CNG?
Yes. The ZXi+ CNG listed here carries a factory-fitted CNG system, which is the lowest running-cost version of the range.
How safe is the Wagon R?
The variants in this listing carry ABS with EBD and speed-sensing locks; two airbags and a two-star Global NCAP adult score apply to the volume trims, with six airbags on the top variant.
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