Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, hatchback
Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Maruti's tall-boy hatchback is one of the cheapest practical family cars in India: easy to get in and out of, roomy for its size and frugal to run. It suits first-time buyers, city commuters and taxi-style high-mileage users, especially in CNG form, but its crash protection is weaker than newer rivals.

₹4.99 – 7.24 lakhEx-showroom, October 2026
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Seating
5
Engine
998–1197 cc
Mileage
23.56–25.19 km/l
At a glance
  • Prices from ₹4,98,900
  • 1.0 petrol claims 24.35 km/l, 25.19 with AGS
  • Factory CNG on LXi and VXi
  • Tall cabin and 341-litre boot
  • 1.2 engine from ZXi, with manual or AGS
  • Touchscreen and alloys only on ZXi+
Our pick at each price
  • VXi₹5.54 lakh

    The 1.0 manual at ₹5,54,400 adds power windows all round, keyless entry, Bluetooth audio and steering controls. The VXi AGS at ₹5,99,400 is the cheap, easy automatic for city traffic.

  • VXi CNG₹6.49 lakh

    At ₹6,49,400 it has the same useful VXi equipment with factory CNG, which makes sense if you drive around 1,500 km a month or more.

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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R specifications

  • Mileage (ARAI)23.56–25.19 km/l
  • TransmissionManual, AMT
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol, CNG
  • Engine998–1197 cc
  • Seating capacity5
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Engines1.0 petrol, 1.2 petrol, 1.0 CNG
GearboxesManual, AMT
Power67–90 PS
Torque89–113 Nm
Mileage (ARAI)23.56–25.19 km/l
Seats5
Length3655 mm
Width1620 mm
Height1675 mm
Wheelbase2435 mm
Ground clearance170 mm
Boot space341 litres
Fuel tank32 litres

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R variants: price and features

  • Base variant
    Wagon R

    LXi

    Petrol · 998 cc · Manual · 24.35 km/l
    ₹4.99 lakhOn-road price
    Key features
    • 6 airbags
    • ABS with EBD
    • Front power windows
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    • 6 airbags
    • ABS with EBD
    • Front power windows
    • Power steering
    • Tall-boy cabin with 341-litre boot
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    VXi

    Petrol · 998 cc · Manual · 24.35 km/l
    ₹5.54 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.56 lakh more than LXi for
    • Power windows all round
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Bluetooth music system
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    • Power windows all round
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Bluetooth music system
    • Steering-mounted controls
    • Electric mirrors
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    LXi CNG

    CNG · 998 cc · Manual
    ₹5.94 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.40 lakh more than VXi for
    • Factory-fitted S-CNG
    • 6 airbags
    • ABS with EBD
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    • Factory-fitted S-CNG
    • 6 airbags
    • ABS with EBD
    • Front power windows
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    ZXi

    Petrol · 1197 cc · Manual · 23.56 km/l
    ₹5.98 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.04 lakh more than LXi CNG for
    • 90 PS 1.2 petrol
    • Power windows all round
    • Bluetooth music system
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    • 90 PS 1.2 petrol
    • Power windows all round
    • Bluetooth music system
    • Steering-mounted controls
    • Electric mirrors
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    VXi

    Petrol · 998 cc · AMT · 25.19 km/l
    ₹5.99 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.01 lakh more than ZXi for
    • 5-speed AGS automatic
    • Remote keyless entry
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    • 5-speed AGS automatic
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Bluetooth music system
    • Power windows all round
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    ZXi

    Petrol · 1197 cc · AMT · 24.43 km/l
    ₹6.43 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.44 lakh more than VXi for
    • 90 PS 1.2 petrol
    • Steering-mounted controls
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    • 5-speed AGS automatic
    • 90 PS 1.2 petrol
    • Bluetooth music system
    • Steering-mounted controls
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    VXi CNG

    CNG · 998 cc · Manual
    ₹6.49 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.06 lakh more than ZXi for
    • Factory-fitted S-CNG
    • Power windows all round
    • Remote keyless entry
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    • Factory-fitted S-CNG
    • Power windows all round
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Bluetooth music system
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    ZXi+

    Petrol · 1197 cc · Manual · 23.56 km/l
    ₹6.52 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.03 lakh more than VXi CNG for
    • 7-inch touchscreen
    • Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
    • Alloy wheels
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    • 7-inch touchscreen
    • Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
    • Alloy wheels
    • Rear wiper and washer
    • Fog lamps
    • Electrically folding mirrors
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    ZXi+

    Petrol · 1197 cc · AMT · 24.43 km/l
    ₹6.97 lakhOn-road price
    Key features
    • 7-inch touchscreen
    • Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
    • Alloy wheels
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    • 7-inch touchscreen
    • Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
    • Alloy wheels
    • Rear wiper and washer
    • Electrically folding mirrors
  • Top variant
    Wagon R

    ZXi+ Flex Fuel

    Petrol · 1197 cc · Manual
    ₹7.24 lakhOn-road price
    Pay ₹0.27 lakh more than ZXi+ for
    • Runs on petrol up to E85 ethanol blend
    • ZXi+ equipment
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    • Runs on petrol up to E85 ethanol blend
    • ZXi+ equipment
    • 7-inch touchscreen
    • Alloy wheels

Our verdict on the Wagon R

The Wagon R is a sensible, low-cost tool. The tall body gives easy entry and a surprising amount of head room, the 1.0 engine is frugal, and the CNG versions are among the cheapest cars to run per kilometre. Maruti's service network and resale value are hard to beat. The trade-offs are real. The structure scored one star in an earlier Global NCAP test, the cabin is basic, and the touchscreen and alloys are only on the top ZXi+. Stick with the VXi, as a manual, AGS or CNG, and you get everything that matters for under ₹6.5 lakh. If safety ratings matter most, look at a newer car rated by Bharat NCAP before you sign.

Good things

  • Low purchase price, from ₹4,98,900
  • Tall body with easy entry, good head room and a 341-litre boot
  • Frugal engines and factory CNG on LXi and VXi
  • Maruti's service network and strong resale

Could be better

  • Weak earlier crash-test result (one star, Global NCAP)
  • Touchscreen, alloys and rear wiper only on the top ZXi+
  • Basic cabin materials and limited sound insulation
  • CNG is not offered with the 1.2 engine or the AGS gearbox

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R colours and photos

Colours on sale
  • Solid White
  • Metallic Silky Silver
  • Metallic Magma Grey
  • Pearl Metallic Gallant Red
  • Pearl Metallic Pool Side
  • Pearl Metallic Nutmeg Brown
  • Pearl Bluish Black
  • Roof Pearl Bluish Black With Pearl Metallic Gallant Red
  • Roof Pearl Bluish Black With Metallic Magma Grey

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R: the practical box for the daily commute

The Wagon R is a 3,655 mm tall-boy hatchback with a 2,435 mm wheelbase and a 341-litre boot. Its 1,675 mm height makes it easy to get in and out of, and older passengers appreciate that. Prices run from ₹4,98,900 to ₹7,23,900 ex-showroom across ten variants, including a new E85-capable Flex Fuel version launched in June 2026.

Two petrol engines are offered. The 1.0 three-cylinder makes 67 PS and 89 Nm and claims 24.35 km/l with the manual and 25.19 km/l with the AGS automatic. The 1.2 four-cylinder makes 90 PS and 113 Nm and claims 23.56 km/l (manual) and 24.43 km/l (AGS). Factory S-CNG is available with the 1.0 engine on LXi and VXi, with a manual gearbox only.

LXi is basic, with front power windows and no music system. VXi adds power windows all round, keyless entry, Bluetooth audio, steering controls and electric mirrors. ZXi moves to the 1.2 engine with similar kit, and ZXi+ adds the 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, alloys, fog lamps and a rear wiper.

Which variant should you buy?

VXi. It costs ₹5,54,400 as a manual and has the comforts you will use every day. The ZXi is interesting at ₹5,98,400 because it adds the stronger 1.2 engine for almost the same price as the VXi AGS. Pay for the ZXi+ only if you want the touchscreen and phone mirroring, which an aftermarket unit can also give you.

Petrol or CNG?

CNG costs ₹95,000 more than the petrol at both LXi and VXi. On gas the 1.0 engine is noticeably slower, and the cylinder takes up much of the boot. At around 1,500 km a month the lower fuel cost covers the premium in roughly three years; at 1,000 km a month it takes closer to five. For lighter use, the petrol is the simpler choice.

Manual or AGS automatic?

The AGS is Maruti's AMT. It costs ₹45,000 more than the manual on both engines, is slightly jerky between gears and actually claims better economy than the manual. For stop-start city driving it is a good buy at this price. CNG and the Flex Fuel version are manual only.

How does it compare with the Tata Tiago?

The Tiago is lower but more solidly built, has a four-star Global NCAP rating from its earlier test, and offers CNG with an AMT. The Wagon R has more head room, easier entry, better claimed economy and lower service costs. If safety and features matter most, choose the Tiago. If space and running costs matter more, the Wagon R is hard to beat.

Wagon R vs rivals

SpecMaruti Suzuki Wagon R₹4.99 – 7.24 lakhTata Tiago₹4.77 – 8.62 lakhHyundai Grand i10 Nios₹5.60 – 8.04 lakhRenault Kwid₹4.53 – 5.85 lakhCitroen C3₹4.99 – 10.21 lakh
BodyHatchbackHatchbackHatchbackHatchbackHatchback
FuelPetrol, CNGPetrol, CNGPetrol, CNGPetrol, CNGPetrol, CNG
Engines1.0 petrol, 1.2 petrol, 1.0 CNG1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG1.0 petrol1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG, 1.2 turbo petrol
Power67–90 PS86 PS83 PS68 PS82–110 PS
GearboxManual, AMTManual, AMTManual, AMTManual, AMTManual, Automatic
Mileage23.56–25.19 km/l19.01 km/l (petrol), 28.06 km/kg (CNG)16–18 km/l21.46–22.3 km/l18.3–19.3 km/l (petrol), 28.1 km/kg (CNG)
Seats55555
Boot341 litres242 litres260 litres279 litres315 litres
CompareViewingWagon R vs TiagoWagon R vs Grand i10 NiosWagon R vs KwidWagon R vs C3

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R mileage

  • 998 cc, PetrolManual
    Claimed (ARAI)
    24.35 km/l
    Variants
    2
  • 998 cc, CNGManual
    Claimed (ARAI)
    23.56–25.19 km/l
    Variants
    2
  • 1197 cc, PetrolManual
    Claimed (ARAI)
    23.56 km/l
    Variants
    3
  • 998 cc, PetrolAMT
    Claimed (ARAI)
    25.19 km/l
    Variants
    1
  • 1197 cc, PetrolAMT
    Claimed (ARAI)
    24.43 km/l
    Variants
    2

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R on-road price and EMI

Every state →
  • New Delhi₹5.46 – 8.14 lakh
  • Mumbai₹5.82 – 8.45 lakh
  • Bengaluru₹5.98 – 8.76 lakh
  • Chennai₹5.86 – 8.58 lakh
  • Kolkata₹5.76 – 8.36 lakh
  • Bhopal₹5.66 – 8.21 lakh

Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.

Wagon R EMI

₹8,382 a month

On ₹4.99 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹1.00 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹1.04 lakh.

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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R FAQ

What is the price of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R in India?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R costs ₹4.99 to 7.24 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.

Which fuel options does the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R come with?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is sold with petrol and CNG power (1.0 petrol, 1.2 petrol, 1.0 CNG).

What is the mileage of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?

The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is 23.56–25.19 km/l.

How many people can the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R seat?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is a 5-seater hatchback.

What is the length of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is 3655 mm long, 1620 mm wide and 1675 mm tall, with a 2435 mm wheelbase.

How much boot space does the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R have?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has 341 litres of boot space.

Does the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R come with an automatic gearbox?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is offered with manual, amt gearboxes.

What is the ground clearance of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?

The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has 170 mm of ground clearance.

Which Maruti Suzuki Wagon R variant should I buy?

It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.

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