Maruti Suzuki Wagon R: The Tall-Boy Hatchback Which Sets New Benchmarks For Everyday Practicality Ever since its launch, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has been among the most reliable hatchbacks in India.

Popular for its tall-boy stance, the car with its unique design was inducted into the market as a CNG factory-fitted car by the brand to meet the needs of the large Indian middle class and growing CNG vehicle market.

It’s as modern as ever, thanks to modern features, modern design, and multiple fuel choices, while at the same time remaining true to its roots – practicality, reliability, affordability.

Bold Yet Functional Design

The Wagon R has come a long way from the boxy hatch over the years and has now turned into a more modern and young car.

At the front, the vehicle gets a large grille with chrome accents, aggressive bumper, and swept-back headlamps that add character to the vehicle on the road.

The high set stance is continued, that actually gives better visibility to the driver and of course adds to the inside the cabin headroom.

The side profile is characterized by defined lines and heavier windows, which help to give it an airy feel.

The rear end also gains vertical tail lamps and a little bit of flaring of the bumper, which improves appearance and safety both.

It may not be the most svelte looking hatchback available, but is undeniably functional and purposeful in appearance.

Wide and Smart Cabin Utility

Get in and the Wagon R doesn’t disappoint in offering a spacious and practical cabin. With the tall-boy stance, getting in and out is a no-muscle task, even for older folks.

And the two-tone dashboard, big windows and better fit and finish give the interior an airy, light feeling.

The back bench provides plenty of leg and head room, and the floor is flat, so even the center rider gets a decent ride.

Boot space is also betterat 341 litres, for one of the best in its class.

As far as features are concerned, you get a 7-inch SmartPlay Studio infotainment system, steering-mounted controls,

Electrically adjustable ORVMs, power windows, and manual or automatic climate control, depending on the variant.

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Massive Variety of Engines and Fuels

One of the Wagon R’s biggest strengths is its varied engine options. It comes with 1.0-litre (67 PS) and 1.2-litre (90 PS) petrol engines (both BS6), paired to 5-speed manual or AMT transmissions.

The bigger engine is more of a power player on the highway and the smaller engine puts an emphasis on city fuel efficiency.

Apart from petrol, Maruti Wagon R also comes with a CNG iteration, which is well known for cost efficient running.

The CNG variant is powered by the 1.0-litre engine and offers a commendable fuel efficiency of 34 km/kg, among the cheapest cars in India list.

With an average of 23-25 km/l in petrol trims, depending on the engine and gearbox, commuting is a breeze with the Wagon R.

Safety and Technology

In terms of safety, the Wagon R gets dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, seat belt reminders and high-speed alert as standard.

Higher trims get hill hold assist and speed-sensitive auto door locks as well.

The car is built on Suzuki’s new-gen HEARTECT platform that can manage crash energy better improving overall structural integrity of the car.

Pros of Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Good fuel efficiency Demand had been soft for the MPV and picking up the CNG version was an attempt to stimulate buyer interest.

Good cabin size with generous head and boot room

Dependable and low maintenance engine selections

Good things Small enough for city driving and parking

Good resale value and Wide spread of Maruti service centres

Cons of Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Simple design; doesn’t feel high-end

Not that stable at high speed because of a narrow geometry

No diesel variant

Shoulder support in rear seat could be improved

The list of features is skimpy compared to a few rivals

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R : Conclusion

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is a practical, sensible family car created for the masses, even more so in the new generation model.

whatever it is you’re looking for (daily city drive, budget family car, cng economical runabout;), etc) the Wagon R does it in spades.

It may not be drop dead gorgeous or offer exhilarating performance but when it comes to being the Indian’s everyday car,

The Maruti Suzuki WagonR has certainly fit the bill and is taking the torque test of time in a sensible fashion.