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Maruti Suzuki
Alto
Summary
The Maruti Suzuki Alto is widely appreciated for its affordability, excellent fuel efficiency, and compact size, making it ideal for city driving. Users highlight its reliability and low maintenance costs, often referring to it as a trusted family car. However, some reviews mention limitations in engine power, comfort for long drives, and a lack of advanced features. Overall, it remains a popular choice for first-time buyers and small families seeking a practical vehicle.
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74%
Neutral
25%
Don't Buy
1%

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  • NA
    Nadeem Ahmed
    on 24th August 2025
    5.0

    Good

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 11th December 2025
    4.0

    The one I learned driving in and truly understood what it means to connect with a machine. For me, it's Not just a car; it's a part of countless memories. Our family of four spent years together in that little 800cc beast, whether it was daily drives, weekend getaways, or unexpected adventures. The Alto taught me everything from handling and maintenance to understanding the balance between simplicity and reliability. It has been with me through highs and lows, never once letting me down. Despite its modest specs, it delivered pure joy and confidence on every road I took it on. I've driven it across all sorts of terrains, and it never failed to surprise me with its resilience. Easy to maintain, light on the pocket, and incredibly dependable no wonder enthusiasts fondly call it the "LORD ALTO." For me, it's the perfect symbol of how a humble car can create the strongest emotional bond between man and machine.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 16th September 2025
    4.0

    Among all the cars on sale in India, my favourite is the Maruti Suzuki Alto. While it may Not be the most feature-rich or powerful car on the market, the Alto stands out for its reliability, practicality, and incredible value for money. It has been a trusted companion for countless Indian families, offering low maintenance costs, excellent fuel efficiency, and ease of drivingespecially in city traffic and narrow roads. What I truly admire about the Alto is its simplicity and dependability. It's a car that does exactly what it's built for without unnecessary complications. For first-time buyers or small families, it provides a strong sense of ownership pride. Its compact size also makes parking and maneuvering extremely easy, which is a huge plus in urban areas.

  • MK
    Mithil K
    on 16th October 2023
    3.8

    Value for money, low maintenance, good driving experience, decent built quality, ease of spare availability

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 2nd December 2025
    0.0

    . While it doesn't possess the flash of an SUV or the power of a performance car, the Alto is, in my opinion, the most perfectly engineered vehicle for the reality of the Indian middle-class owner and our specific road conditions. Unbeatable Affordability and EcoNomy: The Alto's entry-level price point and exceptional fuel efficiency (especially the CNG variants) make it the true champion for the Indian middle-class budget.

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