Here’s An Undisguised Look At The New-gen Maruti Alto

• Beefier bumpers, bigger tyres, and squarish tail lamps look inspired by the new Celerio.

• An overhauled cabin is expected with likely feature additions such as rear power windows and an updated instrument cluster.

• Should retain the 48PS 0.8-litre petrol engine but could gain the S-Presso’s new 67PS 1-litre petrol engine option.

• Prices likely to start from Rs 3.5 lakh.

We know that Maruti Suzuki has been working on introducing a new iteration of the Alto, with the hatchback being spotted multiple times under heavy disguise. Now the new-gen Alto has made an appearance again, this time being rid of all the camo and revealing a fair bit of changes.

For starters, you’ll immediately notice the new Alto looks a fair bit larger and especially taller than its predecessor. Part of it could be down to the hatchback now possibly being based on the Heartect platform, similar to the S-Presso and the new Celerio.

We also noticed a beefier rear bumper, larger tyres, as well as squarish and bulbous tail lamps inspired by the new Celerio. Early camouflaged images of the front suggest a new set of headlights.

Under the hood, Maruti’s trusted 0.8-litre petrol engine (making 48PS/69Nm, and 41PS/60Nm in CNG) should be retained. That being said, it could get the S-Presso’s new 67PS, 1-litre petrol option. The 5-speed manual gearbox should remain standard, with an AMT transmission option probably being introduced for the 1-litre motor. 

Expect Maruti Suzuki to launch the 2022 Alto around the festive season this year, with prices starting from Rs 3.5 lakh (ex-showroom). It’ll rekindle its rivalry against the Renault Kwid. 

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