India’s favourite entry-level hatchback, the Maruti Suzuki Alto, is all set to receive a generation update on August 18, 2022. It has been spied numerous times and we know that it will feature a completely refreshed design, plenty of new features, and new powertrain options. Here’s all that we expect from the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto: –
The new-gen Alto is expected to be based on the brand’s modular Heartect platform that also underpins many other Maruti Suzuki models such as S-Presso, WagonR, Celerio, Swift, etc.
It is expected to be bigger than the ongoing model. For reference, the existing Alto measures 3,445mm in length, 1,490mm in width, 1,475mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,360mm.
Revealed by the leaked images, the side and rear profiles of the new Alto will be largely inspired by the new Celerio, featuring curvy panels, wraparound taillamps and flap-type door handles. It is unlikely to get alloy wheels.
Upfront, it will feature a new honeycomb mesh-pattern grille with refreshed sweptback halogen headlamps and an updated bumper.
It will also get a host of new paint options, including the Celerio’s red and blue shades.
We expect the upgraded Maruti Alto to receive new features like rear power windows, day/night IRVM, a multi-function steering wheel, and an all-new instrument cluster.
Maruti Suzuki is likely to offer the 2022 Alto with two engine options: first, the ongoing 0.8-liter petrol engine (48PS/69Nm) mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, and the other could be the Celerio’s new 1.0-litre DualJet Dual-VVT K10C petrol engine with both manual and an optional AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) unit.
It will continue to get a factory-fitted CNG kit option.
Considering all the changes, we expect the new Alto to command a significant price premium over the ongoing model which currently ranges from Rs 3.39 – 5.03 lakh (ex-showroom).
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