Bookings are underway for the second generation 1L engined hatch.
Maruti-Suzuki have started teasing the new Maruti Alto K10 on a microsite. The small car launches on November 3, although bookings started last week.
As reported, the new K10 will come with the same engine. The 1.0-liter three-cylinder K-Series unit produces 68 PS (67.04 bhp) and 90 Nm of torque. Five variants of the K10 will get a 5-speed manual transmission, while a single VXi trim will be offered with a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT).
The new K10's fuel efficiency, as per ARAI tests, stands at 24.07 km/l for the petrol and 32.26 km/kg for the CNG variant. The petrol sees an improvement from the earlier model's 20.92 km/l, while a CNG powertrain is a first for the K10.
Also a first are driver airbag and a 2-DIN music system with integrated USB and AUX-in ports that has Radio, CD and MP3 functions. Other features that will be seen on the top-end variant includes power steering, front power windows, foglights and internally adjustable wing mirrors.
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When launched, the new K10 will be the most affordable automatic car in the country. However, this title could be a short lived as Tata Motors is planning an AMT-equipped Nano.
Competitors: Datsun Go, Hyundai Eon 1.0L
Expected Price: INR 3.2-4 lakhs, ex-Showroom
Launch date: November 3
