Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 facelift launched for Rs 2.49 lakh

Maruti Suzuki has updated their entry-level hatchback in India, the Alto 800. The facelifted version gets improved styling, a couple of new features and an optional driver-side airbag even on the base trim.

With the new styling at the front, the Alto 800 is now 35mm longer than before. The design changes include a new larger front grille, new headlamps and two new exterior colours – Mojito Green and Cerulean Blue. The interior colour is now dark and the rear seats have integrated headrest.

It uses the same 800cc petrol engine producing 47bhp and 69Nm of torque, but the ARAI fuel efficiency of the hatchback has improved to 24.7kmpl. Also, the variants with CNG now claim 33.44km/kg. The features list now includes a rear bottle holder, co-driver side map pocket, rear door child lock and co-driver side ORVM as standard fitment. For an additional Rs 6,000 – Maruti Suzuki is offering a driver side airbag across all trims.