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Maruti Suzuki
Alto
Summary
The Maruti Suzuki Alto is widely praised for its affordability, fuel efficiency, and compact size, making it an ideal choice for city driving and first-time car owners. Users appreciate its low maintenance costs and reliability, often highlighting its practicality for small families. However, some reviews mention limitations in engine power, seating comfort, and performance on long drives, suggesting it may not be suitable for everyone’s needs.
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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 1st December 2025
    5.0

    . 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.

  • SJ
    Srishti Juyal
    on 7th October 2023
    3.3

    I love my maruti suzuki alto car, it is one of the most affordable car with zero maintenance. High performance for Hilly areas and smaller size has made it easy for me to use it whenever and wherever I wish to.

  • RN
    RENUKA NAIR
    on 7th October 2023
    4.9

    This car is amazing for beginners.It is good and very comfortable to drive.Has excellent mileage.The cost is reasonable and affordable.The seatings and leg space is good.Has good ground clearance and pick up.I recommend this car to all the beginners.It is a real boon for city driving.

  • SS
    SYED SHAMS TABRAZE
    on 25th October 2023
    3.7

    Its a good economical car for small family, good mileage spacious and

  • JT
    Janet Terenshia George
    on 5th October 2023
    3.6

    maruti suzuki alto 800 is a reliable and practical city car that offer excellent comfortable and its value for money

  • RB
    Ronit bajaj
    on 30th May 2024
    3.5

    Price of the car is cheap and affordable and my budget was low so in this range the car is quite good and the economy it provides is best among its competitors and the maintenance cost is also low and it's a good choice for a metropolitan city

  • KC
    Kumar Chandan
    on 6th October 2023
    4.1

    Fuel Efficiency: The Maruti 800 was known for its excellent fuel efficiency. It was a preferred choice for many due to its low fuel consumption, making it economical to run. Compact Size: Its compact size made it well-suited for navigating through congested city streets and parking in tight spaces.

  • H
    Hriday
    on 8th October 2023
    3.0

    I have been using this car since 2005 and it has been really useful to me in terms of millege and low maintenance required

  • AK
    Atharv Kaushik
    on 2nd September 2025
    4.0

    It's a reliable vehicle, when maintained well, it will give you great longevity. Very much satisfied with the purchase decision.

  • P
    Priyanko
    on 21st October 2025
    4.7

    Great driving, superb milage and low maintenance.

  • AY
    Aneep yadav
    on 28th November 2024
    5.0

    Maruti Alto is my first car, and it was an exciting experience to drive it for the first time. and many benefits of car . Low maintenance costs ,Fuel efficiency and compact size makes it easy to maneuver through busy roads and park and Maruti has a strong after-sales service network and Resale value. Alto car best for hills area due to hills small roads.

    Front view of a Maruti Suzuki Alto with a man leaning on the car
    Front view of a Maruti Suzuki Alto near a scenic hillside
  • J
    Janani
    on 9th October 2023
    3.9

    My car found to be a good one in both convenience & comfort so I chose to buy it .. After using it's very comfortable to drive

  • SS
    shreya Singh
    on 21st July 2024
    4.3

    Good for mid class family with low price and space in car

  • NK
    Nitin kumar goyal
    on 19th July 2024
    4.0

    Car experience is good at all things from mileage to drive exxperience..

  • SV
    Sourabh verma
    on 19th July 2025
    5.0

    Low maintenance ,pyaari gaadi kahi bhi le jao kabhi bhi le jao fir expressway ho ya gali sab jagah adjust ho jati h

    Front view of a Solid White Maruti Suzuki Alto
  • SS
    Sarthak Sharma
    on 5th October 2023
    3.6

    Over all experience is satisfactory from my car Low maintainance good mileage.

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