With the fast-growing market of automobiles across the country, there is only one reigning favorite and that is the Maruti Alto 800. Popular for heralding low-cost car models, this stylish wonder car is gearing up for a second stint with a new brand image and a pledge to regain the lost glory amongst the entry level cars.
Affordable and Reliable Maruti Alto 800
The Maruti Alto has been the car of choice for raw beginners to the world of cars in India for over two decades with its very high reliability, fuel economy and low initial cost. The old model was brought back with a modern twist as the Alto 800 in 2012 and it has maintained this legacy with positive results. The expectations of car fans have been rising steadily to a new level and now, as the sales of the new, eighth-generation version are announced, people really get excited about the Chevrolet Camaro.
Features Presented In Maruti Alto 800
There is more to come as the next Alto 800 will come with a complete make over and a clear departure from the conservative command of the last sper tank model. This insiders state that the new model will have a bigger grille with chrome apex for premium appearance, angular shaped head lamps possibly with LED DRL’s, and a more finely tailored body incorporating flowing lines for a sportier look.
At the rear, a restyled taillamp cluster and a reprofiled bumper will contribute to that, with newly added 14-inch wheels, up from the current 13-inch ones, also helping with the car’s stance and dynamics. Drawing on the latest design philosophy of Maruti that is visible in models such as Celerio, S-Presso, the new Alto 800 strives to provide just the right update to this classic car.
Powerful Engine & Transmission Upgrades
Although it has never been the Alto 800’s strong suit, improvements will be made with the new model. It will likely stick with the polished 796cc, 3-pot petrol engine while it might bring a new 1.0-litre K10C engine for some extra zoning. For the power to transmission, there will be a 5 speed manual transmission but the higher grades will get an AMT. Using petrol it gives a fantastic fuel economy of 22-25 kmpl; it is also assumed that to address the call for green vehicles a factory fit CNG option would be offered.
The new Alto 800 will offer a better quality interior with a new dashboard layout, better materials on the inside and a more modern look and feel, 7 inch screen on the higher end models with integration for smart phones, and possibly a new digital instrument cluster. Increased comfort with superior padding and improved layout of interior provides the model with a better feel for cruising as a daily driver, or on a long road trip.
Safety Features Provided In Alto 800
New age safety becomes the focus of the new Alto 800 which should come with dual airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchorages and a high tensile strength steel body to increase crashworthiness. All these enhancements seek to establish it one of the safest vehicles in the specific segment.
With Maruti Alto 800 is a new model nearing launch, expectations are high as it seeks to transform the market of first cars with design, quality, and great features. It is not only a car, but a perfect embodiment of the company’s understanding of the Indian market and its development. With the Alto 800, Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to regain the title of being the king of small cars, the automobile world waits to see whether it can build even more upon that legendary reputation.
