Maruti Suzuki has increased the prices of its Alto K10 model, a budget-friendly family car known for its fuel efficiency. The Alto K10, which previously had a starting price of ₹3.99 lakh, now costs more due to a price revision implemented at the start of the year.
This change affects all variants of the Alto K10, with prices increasing between ₹8,500 to ₹19,500, representing a hike of up to 3.36%.
Extent of the Price Hike
The price increase varies depending on the variant. For example, the top-spec VXI Plus automatic variant has become costlier by ₹19,500. The VXI (o) CNG variant experienced the lowest price hike, with an increase of ₹8,500.
The new price range for the Alto K10 now falls between ₹4.09 lakh and ₹6.04 lakh.
A detailed breakdown of the price changes across different variants is as follows:
Manual
* STD (o): ₹3.99 lakh to ₹4.09 lakh (increase of ₹10,000)
* LXI (o): ₹4.83 lakh to ₹4.93 lakh (increase of ₹10,000)
* VXI (o): ₹5 lakh to ₹5.15 lakh (increase of ₹15,000)
* VXI Plus (o): ₹5.35 lakh to ₹5.49 lakh (increase of ₹14,500)
* LXI (o) CNG: ₹5.73 lakh to ₹5.83 lakh (increase of ₹10,000)
* VXI (o) CNG: ₹5.96 lakh to ₹6.04 lakh (increase of ₹8,500)
Automatic
* VXI (o): ₹5.51 lakh to ₹5.64 lakh (increase of ₹13,000)
* VXI Plus (o): ₹5.80 lakh to ₹5.99 lakh (increase of ₹19,500)
Reasons for the Price Hike
Maruti Suzuki India has cited rising input costs and operational expenses as the primary reasons for the price hike across its entire vehicle lineup.
The price increase, which came into effect on February 1, 2025, affects various models, with the hike ranging from ₹1,500 to ₹32,500.
Broader Price Increases Across Maruti Suzuki Models
The Alto K10 is not the only model affected by the price hike. Other models, including the S-Presso, Celerio, Wagon R, Swift, Dzire, Brezza, Ertiga, Eeco, Ignis, Baleno, Ciaz, XL6, Fronx, Invicto, Jimny, and Grand Vitara, have also experienced price increases.
The Celerio saw the largest increase, with prices rising by up to ₹32,500, while the Jimny and Ciaz experienced the smallest increase of ₹1,500.
Here’s a summary of the price increases for other Maruti Suzuki models:
* S-Presso: Up to ₹5,000
* Celerio: Up to ₹32,500
* Wagon-R: Up to ₹15,000
* Swift: Up to ₹5,000
* Dzire: Up to ₹10,000
* Brezza: Up to ₹20,000
* Ertiga: Up to ₹15,000
* Eeco: Up to ₹12,000
* Super Carry: Up to ₹10,000
* Ignis: Up to ₹6,000
* Baleno: Up to ₹9,000
* Ciaz: Up to ₹1,500
* XL6: Up to ₹10,000
* Fronx: Up to ₹5,500
* Invicto: Up to ₹30,000
* Jimny: Up to ₹1,500
* Grand Vitara: Up to ₹25,000
Impact on Consumers
The price hike will likely affect consumers in the budget car segment, particularly those looking for an affordable family car with good mileage.
The Alto K10 has been a popular choice due to its fuel efficiency, with a mileage of 33.85 km/kg for the CNG variant. Despite the price increase, the Alto K10 remains a competitive option in the entry-level hatchback segment, offering a balance of affordability, fuel efficiency, and essential features.
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10: Features and Specifications
The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is equipped with a 1.0-liter petrol engine that produces 67bhp of power and 89Nm of torque.
The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic gearbox. A CNG option is also available, which generates 57bhp of power and 82Nm of torque. The CNG variant is only available with a manual gearbox.
The Alto K10 offers a mileage of 24.39 kmpl in the petrol manual transmission variant and 24.90 kmpl in the automatic transmission variant[4]. The CNG variant offers a mileage of 33.85 km/kg.
The car features a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, and steering-mounted controls[4]. Safety features include dual airbags and rear parking sensors.
Market Competition
The Maruti Alto K10 competes with cars like the Renault Kwid in the market. Both cars offer similar features and cater to the budget-conscious segment.
Sales Performance
In December 2024, Maruti Suzuki sold 178,248 units, representing a 30% increase compared to the previous year. This included 132,523 domestic sales, 37,419 exports, and 8,306 units sold to other OEMs.
The price hike in the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and other models reflects the increasing input costs and operational expenses faced by the company. While the price increase may impact consumers in the budget car segment, the Alto K10 remains a popular choice due to its fuel efficiency and features.
The company’s efforts to manage costs and offer competitive pricing will be crucial in maintaining its market share in the Indian automotive industry.
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