A popular hatchback from Maruti Suzuki. Alto K10 is known for its mid-size design, spacious cabin, and affordability. Mainly for daily purposes in the city. Let’s examine the price and specifications of a mid-range, affordable compact hatchback.
Alto K10 was first launched in the Indian market in 2010. The latest facelifted and new generation model of the car was launched in March 2025. Some latest features were added, and also tried to enhance its performance.
The car once used to dominate the Indian market single-handedly. At its initial time of its launch, the car was considered a success.
The rise of competition and the availability of better cars at the same price range became a major reason for the decline of its sales. However, it sells around 5000 units every month.
Alto K10 Looks and Design
Alto K10 is available in a total of 7 monotone colour; however, the interior colour combination of the car uses a dual-tone black and beige colour.
Honeycomb-patterned grille, Headlamps, and a smiling bumper are there on the front design, whereas the rear design comes with redesigned taillamps, a Honeycomb Grille, and Reverse Parking Sensors. The side design consists of the Alto K10 comes with 13-inch wheels, a turn indicator on the fender, and flap-style door handles.
Alto K10 Performance
Alto K10 is available in petrol and CNG variants. A petrol engine of K10C, producing a capacity of 998cc, with a power of 49kW at 89nm torque. It has a total fuel tank capacity of 27 litres. And provides a mileage of 24.39 kmpl – 24.90 kmpl.
The CNG engine of the car produces a capacity of 998cc, with a power of 41.7kW at 89nm torque. It has a total capacity of 8-10kg, which supplies a fuel efficiency of 33.40km/kg.
Dimensions
Alto K10 has a length, a width, and a height of 3530mm, 1490mm, and 1520mm. A wheelbase of 2380mm. The ground clearance provided is 165mm. The boot space of 214 litres is there. The kerb weight of the car is around 735-741kg. And comes with a tyre size of 145/80 R13.
Alto K10 Features
The infotainment screen of the car is 7 inches, also comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features. Spacious cabin, smartplay studio, smartphone navigation, USB Connectivity/AUX, Instrument Cluster, Automatic Gear Shift Technology are also there.
A total seating capacity of 5 passengers is there. The audio control feature is given in the steering.
It does not offer drive modes and sunroof features, because it is very complicated for these vehicles to provide them at this price range.
Safety
Alto K10 got a 2-star safety rating for adult protection and a 0-star rating for child occupant protection from Global NCAP. One of the worst safety ratings for any car.
However, the car’s safety features include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, a Seat Belt Reminder, Rear Parking Sensors, and a child-proof rear door lock.
Alto K10 Price and Rivals
Starts with the price of 4.23 lakh rupees for the base variant, which extends to 6.21 lakh rupees for the top variant. The rivals of the car are Maruti Suzuki S-Presso, Renault Kwid, and Tata Tiago.
The car was once considered one of the best budget-friendly cars to buy; however, the rise in competition was the main reason for the decline of its sales. Although the features, specifications, and performance of the car are good, by noting at its price range.