Which hatchback is better to buy Kwid or Alto 800?

Question

I am looking to buy a new hatchback as my first car, please write a feature comparison of Kwid and Alto 800. Also write a full feature comparison of the 2 best selling hatchbacks in India.

Priya Agrawal · Accepted Answer

Both Renault Kwid and Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 are popular budget hatchbacks, but the better choice depends on what you want most: mileage, features, comfort, maintenance cost, or styling.

Feature
Renault Kwid
Maruti Suzuki Alto 800

Design
SUV-like modern look
Simple compact design

Mileage
Around 21–22 kmpl
Around 22–24 kmpl

Cabin Space
More spacious
Smaller cabin

Features
Better touchscreen & styling
Basic features

Maintenance
Moderate
Very low

Service Network
Smaller
Huge Maru...

Avinash Sadum · Answer

Technical specifications comparison:

Kwid has 249 mm larger in length than compared to Alto 800, Kwid has 89 mm more width and 3 mm more height than compared to Alto 800, Kwid has 203 cc more displacement than Alto 800. Kwid has 62 mm more wheelbase than compared to Alto 800.

Both have manual transmission in both fuels. Kwid has 67 bhp @ 5000 rpm max power and Alto 800 has 48 bhp @ 6000 rpm max power in petrol. Kwid has 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm max Torque while Alto 800 has 69 Nm @ 3500 rpm.

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Feature	Renault Kwid	Maruti Suzuki Alto 800
Design	SUV-like modern look	Simple compact design
Mileage	Around 21–22 kmpl	Around 22–24 kmpl
Cabin Space	More spacious	Smaller cabin
Features	Better touchscreen & styling	Basic features
Maintenance	Moderate	Very low
Service Network	Smaller	Huge Maruti network
City Driving	Comfortable	Very easy in traffic
Resale Value	Good	Usually stronger