Maruti Suzuki has launched its popular car Wagon-R in India. All-new Wagon-R – is titled ‘the blue eyed boy’.The new Wagon-R comes with a new, powerful and highly fuel efficient 998 cc K-series engine, delivering a high fuel efficiency of 18.9 kmpl. It also comes with a new transmission with cable-type gearshift, and a superior suspension technology.
Thanks to a brand-new platform, the overall length of the new Wagon-R is now increased to 3,595 mm (an increase of 75 mm) with a wheelbase of 2,400 mm – the longest in its class. The new Wagon-R is also wider and taller; the new dimensions are 1,495 mm and 1,700 mm, respectively.
The new Wagon-R joins the Maruti Suzuki range of five vehicles in the ever-growing A2 segment. Thanks to this wide choice of vehicles, Maruti Suzuki commands a staggering over 56 per cent in the A2 segment.
Superior K-Series Engine
At the heart of the new Wagon-R is a 998cc three-cylinder K-series engine. This engine delivers a power of 68PS @ 6200rpm and a high torque of 90Nm @ 3500 rpm. With increased power, the new Wagon-R delivers increased fuel efficiency too – at 18.9 kilometres per litre, amongst the best in mid-A2 segment cars.
Improved Transmission
The new Wagon-R comes with a new 5-speed synchromesh transmission technology that incorporates numerous innovations to enhance the power and pleasure combination. The new transmission is equipped with precise gear shift mechanism.
This reduces the gear shifting effort due to minimal mechanical losses. The gear ratios in the transmission in the new Wagon-R are optimized to enhance drivability and improved fuel economy. A reduced clutch-pedal peak-load helps to improve the city driving experience.
Spacious and Convenient
The tall boy design and best-in-class adjustable front seats are especially convenient for tall people. With a large wheel base that leads to best-in-class leg space at the rear, the new Wagon-R seats five people in great comfort with ample leg room and shoulder room.
Alongside, the larger doors with wide opening make entry and exit easy, while optimised cushion depth and width on the rear seats increase seating comfort. Wide windscreen ensures uninterrupted panoramic view and adds to the light-filled-spacious-cabin-feel.
All this clubbed with the gigantic boot space makes the new Wagon-R a perfect smart-family vehicle. While the rear parcel tray improves storage and keeps the users’ valuables hidden from prying eyes, a smart integrated tool box in the boot leads to the overall charm.
Storage space gets special attention in the new Wagon-R. As a unique feature, a handy shopping tray is fitted under front passenger seat. To safeguard the cell-phone camera unit, a soft insert has been introduced to the floor console.
These apart, there are useful alcoves on the front console and door sides, a utility hook on the IP, and a 60:40 split rear seat add to user convenience. Two retractable cup/can holders on the driver’s and the co-driver’s side, and a bottle holder in the centre console add convenience and lead to user delight.
Stylish
Brand Wagon-R has been the undisputed leader in its segment for over a decade now. To commemorate the brand’s success, the new Wagon-R – pegged as the ‘blue-eyed boy’ of the great Indian family – has been styled with a distinctive blue tinge on its head lamps, which is a first-of-its-kind OE feature for A2 segment cars in India. This feature and a classic chrome-engraved ‘Wagon-R’ badge on the rear door together celebrate the brand’s success with over 800,000 proud Wagon-R owners.
The new Wagon-R’s aggressive front – bigger and sweeping lamps, wider bumpers that stretch to the corners and flared fenders – coupled with a slanted roof and aerodynamic exteriors impart a forceful, ready-to-go feel.
The deluxe interiors come with soft and subtle blue-silver interior theme, while the dash-integrated music system with AUX-in and 6 band graphic equalizer gives a new age touch.
Safety
The new Wagon-R is high on occupant safety. A rigid cage structure technology along with increased frontal impact absorbing area, thanks to greater distance between steering wheel and front bumper, keep the passengers safe.
The Vxi variant in the new Wagon-R is equipped with front and rear fog lamps, rear wiper and washer, rear defogger, dual horn and comes with safety features such as Airbag and ABS as options. A driver-side seat belt indicator is on the dash panel a standard feature on Lxi and Vxi variants. The new Wagon-R keys are integrated with i-CATS, 4-door central locking and anti-theft alarm system.
A Comforting Ride
The new Wagon-R comes equipped with a new L-shaped front suspension frame for an enhanced ride comfort. This fine-tuned 3-point suspension is congruous to Indian roads and driving conditions, providing soft relaxed rides along with dynamic handling and lower NVH.
The new design steering wheel can be tilted to suit driver’s driving comfort, while the ergonomically designed gear shift knob snugly fits into the driver’s palm. Other features include electrically controlled outside rear view mirror. With snug interiors and improved HVAC design, the new Wagon R brings in superior cooling comfort.
A tight turning radius of 4.6 meters makes the new Wagon-R a favoured drive in peak traffic conditions and tight parking spots. Tubeless tyres, as a standard fitment on the new Wagon-R, and a ground clearance of 165 mm ensure ride comfort.
Environment Friendly
The new Wagon-R is BSIV compliant, ELV compliant and E10 compliant. With the new Wagon-R, Maruti Suzuki is steadily moving towards the goal of making its full range of vehicles environment friendly, much ahead of the norms being adopting in the country.
Prices
Maruti 2010 Wagon R Lx – Rs 3.28 lakh
Maruti 2010 Wagon R Lxi – Rs 3.57 lakh
Maruti 2010 Wagon R VXi – Rs 3.81 lakh
Maruti 2010 Wagon R VXi with ABS – Rs 4.12 lakh
Note: Prices are ex-showroom Delhi
New Colours
Superior White, Midnight Black, Baker’s Chocolate, Breeze Blue, Fire Brick Red, Silky Silver, Glistening Grey
Source: Maruti Suzuki
