Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) has been the undisputed leader of Indian car market since time immemorial now. While the manufacturer has a large arsenal of vehicles, it is in the ultra competitive hatchback segment where Maruti has a definite expertise. There was a time when the humble old Maruti 800 was the largest selling car of the country by a huge margin. Today, the manufacturer sells more than 20,000 copies of its alto hatchback every month and from the looks of it, the Alto will continue to reign over the small car market in coming times. However, there’s no denying that the advent of new rivals such as the Renault Kwid and the upcoming Datsun Redi Go might impact the sales of Alto to some extent. Maruti though isn’t the one to sit on its laurels and has been readying a minor makeover for the Alto 800 to keep it fresh in the market. The 2016 Maruti Alto 800 facelift will be launched later this month and here we have all details on 2016 Maruti Alto 800 price and the changes it will carry over the existing model. Read on for more on
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2016 Maruti Alto 800 Facelift Launch Date
It is being said that the 2016 Maruti Alto 800 facelift launch was earlier scheduled to take place at the Auto Expo 2016. However, several internal issues forced Maruti Suzuki to push the launch to May, 2016. Unlike what was being speculated, the new model won’t get a Diesel engine option. This means that the Alto will continue to be available in only Petrol and CNG variants for at least some time to come.
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Rivals
The 2016 Maruti Alto 800 will directly rival –
Renault Kwid
Datsun Redi Go
Chevrolet Spark
Hyundai Eon
The changes carried by the 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 should enable it to offer stiff resistance to all the above rivals.
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Facelift Price
Currently, the Maruti Alto 800 is being sold in a price range of INR 2.57 lakh to INR 3.78 lakh. However, the 2016 Maruti Alto could cost slightly more than the current model. Our guess is that the Alto 800 facelift will command a premium of upto INR 4,000 over the current model. Here’s the expected 2016 Maruti Alto 800 price list
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Facelift Price List
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Std. Petrol
INR 2.59 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Std. (O) Petrol
INR 2.64 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 LX Petrol
INR 2.95 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 LX (O) Petrol
INR 3.02 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 LXI Petrol
INR 3.19 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 LXI (O) Petrol
INR 3.24 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 VXI Petrol
INR 3.34 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 VXI Airbag Petrol
INR 3.52 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 LXi CNG
INR 3.77 Lakhs
2016 Maruti Alto 800 LXi (O) CNG
INR 3.81 Lakhs
As we said, the Alto 800 Diesel is still some time away from its launch. However, safely expect the Maruti Alto 800 Diesel prices to start at INR 3.5 lakhs at the time of its launch.
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Facelift Specifications
Mechanically, the upcoming 2016 Alto 800 will remain unchanged. This means that powering the refreshed Alto 800 will be the tried and tested Suzuki F8D 796 cc, three-cylinder engine that comes mated to a 5 speed manual gearbox. This motor pumps out a max. power of 47.65 PS @ 6,000 rpm and a peak torque of 69 Nm @ 3500 rpm. The Alto is available in both Petrol and CNG avatars. Maruti could give the engine an ECU remap to further optimize the fuel mileage. As we said, the Diesel model of the Alto 800 won’t be launched anytime soon. However, powering the Diesel Alto will be a 800 cc, twin-cylinder engine that has a maximum power of 47.5 PS and peak torque of 120 Nm.
Mileage
The Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 has always been known for its frugality. In urban environment, the Alto 800 offers a fuel mileage of roughly 19 kmpl. On the highways though, the car returns around 22 kmpl. As we’ve been saying, the 2016 model Alto 800 might have even lower fuel consumption and hence a slightly better mileage figure.
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Facelift Specifications
Engine
796cc, 3-cylinder
Max. Power
47.65 PS @ 6,000 rpm
Peak Torque
69 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
142 KMPH
0-100 KMPH
16 Seconds
Mileage
City – 19 KMPL; Highway – 22 KMPL
Dimensions
3395 mm x 1490 mm x 1475 mm (LBH); Wheelbase – 2360 mm
ABS
No
Airbags
Driver’s Side (Optional)
2016 Maruti Alto 800 Facelift Changes
Exterior
As we said, the 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 won’t boast of any significant changes over the current model. External visual updates for the Alto 800 could include a slightly revised set of headlamps and a new front grille. These two changes should be enough to freshen up the front fascia of the 2016 Alto 800. Also, the hood and the side profile of the new Alto could go under the scalpel and boast of some sharp character lines to enhance the dynamism of the design. The taillights too could get a minor revision. It is being said that the top-end variants of the 2016 Alto will also get a set of restyled taillights. In all likelihood, the 2016 Alto will look closer to the Alto K10 than its present iteration. We’ve earlier caught Maruti testing the Japanese Suzuki Alto on Indian roads. However, there are really slim chances of the JDM-spec car influencing the way the 2016 Maruti Alto 800 would look like.
JDM-spec Maruti Alto Images
Interior
The interior too should see some minor changes. It is expected to get an upholstery update and a re-styled speedo console. Again, some design cues could be carried over from the K10’s interior to spice up the Alto 800’s cabin. It is also likely to get a handful of new features. We expect the 2016 Maruti Alto 800 facelift to offer remote boot lid opener, reverse parking sensors, ABS and Dual-front SRS airbags at least as optional extras.
Colours
The Alto 800 will continue to come in a choice of five exterior colours –
Torque Blue
Silky Silver
Granite Grey
Superior White
Blazing Red
Not much more is known about the upcoming new 2016 Maruti Alto 800 facelift but you can safely stay tuned to Car Blog India for more on new 2016 Maruti Alto 800 Price, Changes, Specifications, Mileage.
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