Later in 2014, the brand launched the second generation Alto K10 and now Maruti has introduced the new Alto K10 in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 3.99 lakhs. The top-spec variant costs Rs 5.84 lakh. Both the prices are ex-showroom, Delhi. Maruti is offering the new generation Alto K10 in four variants – STD, LXi, VXi and VXi+.
How is the new generation Alto K10 different from the older Alto K10 in terms of design, features, dimensions, engine specifications and price? to keep track.
2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Old Alto K10: Design and Features
The new generation Alto K10 has received a lot of exterior upgrades as compared to the older Alto K10. Maruti Suzuki has launched the 2022 Alto K10 with a refreshed design language, which includes sweptback halogen headlamps, a larger front grille and new tail-lamps.
The interior of the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is very similar to the new Celerio and is completely different from the previous-gen Alto K10. Now the new Alto K10 follows the all-black interior theme, sporting a 7-inch infotainment screen and 4-speaker sound system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.
Apart from this, the new generation Alto K10 gets the latest steering wheel with audio mounted controls and a digital instrument cluster. Key features of the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 include four power windows, reverse parking sensors, dual airbags, ABS, EBD, speed-sensing door lock and high-speed alert.
2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Used Alto K10: Dimensions
The new generation Alto K10 is 15 mm less in width than its predecessor, however the 2022 Alto K10 is 45 mm longer and has 20 mm more wheelbase than the older Alto 10. The boot space of Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 2022 has also been increased. 37 liters.
2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Vs Old Alto K10: Engine Specifications
The 2022 Alto K10 is powered by the new 1.0-litre K-series engine, which produces 65.7 bhp power and 89 Nm torque. It claims a fuel economy of 24.9 kmpl. Surprisingly, the Alto K10 2022 is deprived of Start Stop technology which is expected to result in better fuel efficiency.
The older Alto K10, on the other hand, was powered by a 1.0-litre K10B engine that produced 67 bhp power and 90 Nm torque, though its fuel efficiency was 24.07 kmpl. Both the cars come with a 5-speed manual transmission and AGS transmission.
2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Used Alto K10: Price
As far as the price is concerned, the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 price ranges from Rs 3.99 lakh to Rs 5.83 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the previous generation Alto K10 was priced at Rs 3.69 lakh. The company is offering the new Alto K10 with upgraded interiors and exteriors by Rs 30,000 more.
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