Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Renault Kwid: In this article, we will compare two amazing hatchbacks from two very well-known car manufacturers. The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and the Renault Kwid have been available in the Indian market for a while, Lets compare them and see which one is better.
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Renault Kwid
Key Specifications
Specifications
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
Renault Kwid
Engine
998 cc
999 cc
BHP
55.92 - 65.71 Bhp
53.26 - 67.06 Bhp
Transmission
Manual/Automatic
Manual/Automatic
Mileage
24.39 - 24.9 kmpl
21.46 - 22.3 kmpl
Fuel
CNG/Petrol
Petrol
Boot Space
214 L (Liters)
279 L (Liters)
Engine details
A (67PS/89Nm) 1-litre DualJet petrol engine powers the Alto K10, and it is paired with both a standard 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox. With a manual gearbox, it is said to have a fuel efficiency of 24.39 km/l, while with an automatic gearbox, it is said to have a fuel efficiency of 24.90 km/l. Utilising CNG results in lower output and torque, but a higher fuel efficiency of 33.85 km/kg.
Renault only provides a 1.0-litre petrol engine with 68PS/91Nm for the Kwid. Both a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic gearbox are available as options.
Features
The Alto K10 has a digital instrument panel, keyless entry, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Additionally, the hatchback comes with manual ORVMs and steering-wheel-mounted controls.
The Kwid has a 12-volt charger, remote locking, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a digital instrument panel with a multi-info display, manual air conditioning, front power windows, and LED DRLs. The electronic stability programme (ESP), hill start assistance, traction control, and tyre pressure monitoring system are now standard in vehicles in addition to the dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors with cameras.
Price in India
The Alto K10 is priced at 3.98 lakh rupees. The Alto K10 comes in 7 different models and colour combinations.
The price for KWID starts at Rs. 4.69 Lakh. KWID is available in 7 variants and 7 colour schemes. The starting price for KWID's sole automated option is Rs. 6.12 Lakh.