Exclusive: New BS-4 Maruti Suzuki Alto, Now with K-Series


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If one watches closely, there is blue lighting in the cockpit, and in the bumper grille. Will this be available as an option? [wink]
 
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Yes, It's quite unlikely. I think that's only the lighting work to spice it up.

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So the waiting is getting over, one more day.
This would be one of most important launches for Maruti and Indians, who are so much obsessed with Maruti brand.

One news i heard was that the existing model will be sold along with the new model.
Yes, but the cheaper 800cc one will be the best bet for ones who are getting their first car(maybe after lot of pains).
800 or current Alto will continue for sometime, till Nano takes over these two. Believe or not, Nano will take over these 800cc segments car in very near future. Maruti knows and they have to give more to keep this best selling market share.
 
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Maruti Suzuki New Alto K-10 Now Launched

Well, Due to recent server migration, we’re little late to update but anyways, Maruti Suzuki yesterday launched the New Alto K10 at 12:00 PM in Delhi.

On the occasion of Alto-K10 launch, Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said “The Alto’s package of performance, fuel efficiency and attractive cost of ownership have together made it India’s most popular car. The Alto-K10 will take this forward. There are a growing number of first time buyers who seek more power, performance and attitude in their car, without having to stretch all the way to buy a higher segment car. The Alto-K10 is meant for them”.

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Variants:

  • LXi - Rs.3.03 Lakhs
  • VXi - 3.16 Lakhs
(Ex. Showroom,Delhi)

Exteriors:

  • Tinted glasses
  • Large13-inch tubeless tyres
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Trendy wheel-covers
  • Precise and smart front grill
  • Interesting body side mouldings

Interiors:

  • Vibrant new colours for upholstery
  • Vanity mirror
  • Colour coordinated door trim fabric
  • Accessory socket
  • Stylish gear knob
  • Rear parcel tray
  • Integrated headrests at front and rear
  • Ash tray and Cup holder
  • All-new speedometer, tachometer and electronic tripmeter
  • Front power windows
  • Stylish tail gate

Comfort:

  • Air-conditioner and a heater
  • Improved knee-room for rear seat passenger comfort
  • Power Steering
  • Remote fuel tank lid opener
  • 13-inch tubeless radial tyres
  • Remote back door opener
  • 4.6 meters turning radius to take on traffic and parking challenges
  • Key-off reminder
  • A high 160 mm ground clearance
  • Internally adjustable ORVM

Safety:

  • Collapsible steering column
  • Headlight leveling device
  • Improved suspension system
  • The child locks on the rear door
  • Improved brake system
  • Central locking
  • Side impact beams
  • i-CATS, to minimizes chances of a burglary
  • Front fog lamps
  • High mounted rear stop lamp

Engine Specifications:
KB-10 (K-Series) 998cc producing max. power of 68PS@6200RPM and Torque of 90Nm@3500 RPM.

Colors Available:

  • Sunlight Copper
  • Midnight Black
  • Fire Brick Red
  • Superior White
  • Ecru Beige
  • Silky Silver

Official Website: Maruti Alto K-10


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Official Press Release:

Maruti Suzuki launches Alto-K10
Package of best in class fuel efficiency, power and performance

NEW DELHI, August 4, 2010: Brand Alto, India’s largest selling car brand, now gets even more strength. Maruti Suzuki today launched another version of Brand Alto, equipped with a K-series, 998 cc engine. This version, called ‘Alto-K10’, comes with improved suspension, new cable-type transmission, superior brake system and more knee-room for rear seat passengers. The existing Alto clocks average sales of over 20,000 units every month. Maruti Suzuki expects the Alto-K10 to bring in additional customers. On the occasion of Alto-K10 launch, Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said “The Alto’s package of performance, fuel efficiency and attractive cost of ownership have together made it India’s most popular car. The Alto-K10 will take this forward. There are a growing number of first time buyers who seek more power, performance and attitude in their car, without having to stretch all the way to buy a higher segment car. The Alto-K10 is meant for them”.

Highlights of Alto-K10

Fuel efficiency: 20.2 km per litre – the highest among petrol cars in A2 segment Performance: Alto-K10 can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 13.3 seconds New cable type transmission for easy gear shifting and enhanced driving pleasure

Changes in Dimensions, Exterior and interiors:
Alto-K10 is longer by 125mm to accommodate the bigger K-series engine. It has a new aggressive front, with a differently styled combination of dynamic hood, bold eagle-eye headlamps with crystal-clear lens. The Alto-K10 comes with
  • Tinted glasses
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Precise and smart front grill
  • Stylish tail gate
  • Large13-inch tubeless tyres
  • Trendy wheel-covers
  • Interesting body side mouldings
  • Plush two-tone interiors and an all-new 3-spoke steering wheel.

These are aided by -
  • Vibrant new colours for upholstery
  • Colour coordinated door trim fabric
  • Stylish gear knob
  • Integrated headrests at front and rear
  • All-new speedometer, tachometer and electronic tripmeter
  • Vanity mirror
  • Accessory socket
  • Rear parcel tray
  • Ash tray and Cup holder
  • Front power windows

The designers imparted special attention to the rear exteriors of the Alto-K10 with a newly designed back door and a fresh set of rear combination lamps. While the existing Alto will continue to serve customers across India, the new sibling, Alto-K10, is specifically targeted at those customers, who are looking for premium features and performance in an economical package. For the record, the existing Alto holds the singular achievement of selling the highest number of units by a single model in a month with a staggering 25,340 units in May 2010.

Superior power and fuel efficiency

  • Alto-K10 is powered by a 998cc three-cylinder ‘K10B’ engine
  • Fine balance of more power and high fuel efficiency
  • Remarkable peppy performance
  • Peak power of 68ps@6200rpm
  • High torque of 90Nm@3500 rpm Low emissions and Low NVH.

Alto-K10: High on Safety and Security
  • Collapsible steering column
  • Improved suspension system
  • Improved brake system
  • Side impact beams
  • Front fog lamps
  • Headlight leveling device
  • The child locks on the rear door
  • Central locking
  • i-CATS, to minimizes chances of a burglary
  • High mounted rear stop lamp

Comfort
  • Air-conditioner and a heater
  • Power Steering
  • 13-inch tubeless radial tyres
  • 4.6 meters turning radius to take on traffic and parking challenges
  • A high 160 mm ground clearance
  • Improved knee-room for rear seat passenger comfort
  • Remote fuel tank lid opener
  • Remote back door opener
  • Key-off reminder
  • Internally adjustable ORVM
Environment Friendly
  • BS IV compliant
  • E-10 and ELV compliant
The new Alto-K10 is available in an array of six colours :
  • Sunlight Copper
  • Fire Brick Red
  • Ecru Beige
  • Midnight Black
  • Superior White
  • Silky Silver
Introductory Price
Ex Showroom (Rs)
Alto-K10 LXi Delhi 3.03 lakh
Alto-K10 VXi Delhi 3.16 lakh
 

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Sorry if I am going off-topic.

But give me one reason to buy this over the A-Star.

***30K price difference and looks not included as valid reasons***
 
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But give me one reason to buy this over the A-Star.
Its cheaper than A-Star.
Has same engine.
With lower weight, Alto should be more peppier to drive.

Maruti has not launched Alto K10 to replace A-star. But it has filled gap between Alto 800 and A-star/Zen Estilo.
 

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Old chasis
Cramped
Looks too old.

IMO, the A-Star LXi at 3.50 is more VFM than alto K10 at 3:16
 
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