The new Maruti Wagon R is far better in its looks, far more aggressive and spacious while now being far more sophisticated in its appearance both inside and out.
The new Wagon R is based on an all-new platform which is substantially larger. If you compare it with the older VXi, the new car is 3,595mm long and the older on is 3,520mm. It's grown in width too from 1,490mm to 1,495mm and is now taller than the older car by 10mm at 1700mm.
It has a 2400mm wheelbase and a turning radius of 4.6 meters. LXi and VXi variants of Maruti Wagon R has Electric Assist power steering. The wheel and tyre size on the VXi trim level has grown to 155/65 R14 while the LX and LXi come with 145/70 R13s.
Interior
The car is really spacious and has new large dashboard (which is a fairly well-sized mass of plastic) feels decent to the touch. The car has cup holders (which are a push type) just ahead of the front air-con vents so that your cold drink keeps cool.
The speedometer cluster is modern and racy looking and there is digital fuel readout for fuel level and the odometer. The new Wagon R has integrated audio kit with an Aux-in on the VXi variants but it misses steering mounted controls.
Drive Train
The Wagon R is powered by new K10B series engine which is BS-IV spec to meet with current emission regulations. It has three cylinder 998cc powerplant that give power of 67Bhp at 6200rpm and 90Nm of torque at 3500rpm.
The K10B engine is not just BS-IV but is also E10 (Ethanol 10% mix) compliant making it more environmentally friendly. The car does cruise comfortably at a 100kph but the engine does get quite noisy when pushed close to the rev limit. The new Wagon R is available in the CNG version too.
Safety
The higher torque does help as does the better shifting gearbox (with a new cable type mechanism), the light clutch and the more ergonomically shaped gear lever.
The new Wagon R give mileage of 18.9 kmpl. The top end model of the new Wagon R comes with ABS and Airbags. The VXi variant of the Wagon R is equipped with dual SRS airbags to safeguard the occupants during collision. The air bags reduce the force of impact on the head and chest of the passengers.
Overall Evaluation
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comes with numerous safety features. The new Wagon R has unique Antilock Braking System (ABS) and iCAT intelligent computerized anti-theft system.
The starting price of new Maruti Wagon R is 3.37 lakh (ex-showroom price).
Specifications of Maruti Wagon R VXI (New Model)
- Engine Type : K Series Petrol Engine
- Engine Description : 1.0-litre 67.1bhp 12V K Series Petrol Engine
- Engine Displacement : 998 (cc)
- Drive Type : FWD
- No. of Cylinders : 3
- Maximum Power : 67.1bhp@6200rpm
- Maximum Torque : 90Nm@3500rpm
- Valves Per Cylinder : 4
- Fuel Supply System : MPFI
- Transmission Type : Manual
- Gear Box : 5 Speed
- Steering Type : Power
- Steering Column : Collapsible Steering Column
- Steering Gear Type : Adjustable Tilt Steering
- Turning Radius (Wheel Base) : 4.6 metres
- Front Suspension : McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
- Rear Suspension : Isolated Trailing Link with Coil Spring
- Front Brake Type : Ventilated Disc
- Rear Brake Type : Drum
- Mileage (City) : 17.08 kmpl
- Mileage (Highway) : 20.51 kmpl
- Fuel Type : Petrol
- Fuel Tank Capacity : 35 Litres
- Emission Norm Compliance : BS IV + OBD II
- Seating Capacity : 5
- No of Doors : 4
- Tyre Size : 155/65 R14
- Tyre Type : Tubeless Tyres
- Wheel Size : R14
- Collapsible Steering Column
- Energy Absorbing Body Structure with Side Impact Beams
- Front and Rear ELR Seatbelt (3 Point ELR)
- Halogen Headlamps with Head Lamp Leveling Device
- Front and Rear Fog Lamps
- Front Wiper (2 Speed with Intermittent)
- Rear Wiper, Washer and Defogger
- Driver Seat Belt Warning Lamp
- Child Proof Rear Door Locks
- Unique High Mount Stop Lamp
- Security System
- Intelligent Computerized Anti-Theft System (iCATS)
- Ability to Diagnose Breakdown
- Integrate Music System with AUX-in
- Digital Clock
- All Four Door Speakers for Surround Sound Effect
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