Maruti Suzuki has now made its most economical and popular car Alto K10 even safer. The company has included 6 airbags as a standard safety feature in this small car. Alto K10 is usually known for its budget-friendly price and excellent mileage. But now, keeping in mind the increasing importance of safety, Maruti Suzuki has made this big change.

What new will you get in Alto K10

Alto K10 is no longer limited to driver and passenger airbags. Side and curtain airbags have also been added to it, making this car safer than before. Apart from this, features like Auto Gear Shift (AGS), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), reverse parking sensors and ABS with EBD were already being provided in the car, which now combine with 6 airbags to form an excellent safety package.

Alto K10 Engine and Mileage

Alto K10 is powered by a 1.0L K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine that delivers great fuel efficiency.

  • Petrol Variant – 24.90 km/l
  • CNG Variant – 33.40 km/kg

If you are looking for a low maintenance and high mileage car, then Alto K10 can prove to be a great option.

Alto K10 Prices

This major upgrade in safety features has also resulted in a price hike on the Alto K10. The new prices range from ₹ 6,000 to ₹ 16,000, depending on the variant.

Alto K10 variants and new prices (ex-showroom)

Variant                                         New Price                                           Old Price
Standard                                          ₹4.23 Lakh                                               ₹4.09 Lakh
LXI                                                    ₹5.00 Lakh                                              ₹4.94 Lakh
VXI                                                    ₹5.31 Lakh                                               ₹5.15 Lakh
VXI+                                                 ₹5.60 Lakh                                               ₹5.50 Lakh
VXI AMT                                          ₹5.81 Lakh                                               ₹5.65 Lakh
LXI CNG                                          ₹5.90 Lakh                                               ₹5.84 Lakh
VXI+ AMT                                       ₹6.10 Lakh                                                ₹6.00 Lakh
VXI CNG                                          ₹6.21 Lakh                                                ₹6.05 Lakh
The maximum hike of ₹16,000 has been done in VXI, VXI AMT and VXI CNG variants, while the lowest hike of ₹6,000 has been done in LXI and LXI is available in CNG variants.

If you want to buy a budget-friendly car, then this upgrade may seem a bit expensive. But if safety is a priority, then the Alto K10 has now become a better option. 6 airbags, better safety features and great mileage still keep it among the best entry-level cars. However, if your budget is a little higher, then you can also consider its other variants.