Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR are two hatchbacks that have stood out in the intensely competitive Indian automotive market. Both cars are practical, affordable, and reliable which is why buyers are typically torn between the two. This blog will help you choose between the Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR by comparing them. We'll evaluate both automobiles' looks, interior, powertrain, and value. Let's examine these two hatchbacks' differences.
The look and feel of WagonR and Santro
Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR look different. Each has its characteristic styling.
The Santro has a youthful and curvy look due to its aerodynamic shape. The car has a huge cascading grille, swept-back headlamps, and bumper-integrated fog lamps. The tall, boxy rear provides headroom and boot space.
The upright Maruti WagonR has a taller, boxier cabin. It has a chrome grille, sharp headlights, and a big air dam. The car's side profile has a rising shoulder line and floating roof. The boxy car has vertical taillights. 14-inch wheels give the WagonR stability and ground clearance.
The WagonR is 3,655 mm, 1,620 mm, and 1,675 mm, while the Santro is 3,610, 1,645, and 1,560 mm.
Comparable interior design
Both the five-passenger Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR cabins are comfortable despite the fact that both cars have different designs and features.
The Santro's interior has a premium feel to it, with the simple, ergonomic dashboard and touchscreen infotainment system supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Supportive seats provide ample legroom and headroom. Power windows, steering-mounted controls, and automatic climate control make the Santro convenient.
The WagonR's cabins, on the other hand, are more utilitarian and space-efficient. The floating dashboard has a Bluetooth and USB-connected touchscreen infotainment system. The high, spacious seats offer a commanding road view. The WagonR has power windows and central locking.
Both cars have dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors.
Engines Powering the two cars
Both the Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR have several petrol engine options for performance. Let's examine their specs and performance:
Hyundai Santro
The Santro has a 1.1 litre four-cylinder petrol and CNG engine. The CNG variant produces 59 hp and 85.3 Nm while the 1.1 litre petrol engine produces 68 hp and 99 Nm. Both engines use a 5-speed manual or AMT.
The petrol Santro gets 20.3 kmpl, while the CNG variant gets 30.48 km/kg.
Maruti WagonR
1.0 litre three-cylinder and 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engines power the WagonR. The 1.0 litre engine produces 67 hp and 90 Nm torque, while the 1.2 litre variant produces 82 hp and 113 Nm of torque. Both engines use a 5-speed manual or AMT.
The WagonR 1.0-liter engine variant gets 21.79 kmpl, while the 1.2-liter gets 20.52 kmpl.
Safety features in WagonR and Santro
The Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR have many safety features to protect drivers and passengers. Examine their safety features:
Hyundai Santro
The Santro has dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, speed-sensing door locks, central locking, and seatbelt reminder. Its rear parking camera with an infotainment system display makes parking easier and safer.
Maruti WagonR:
The WagonR has dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, speed alerts, seatbelt reminders, and immobilizers. The infotainment system displays a rear parking camera, making parking easier and safer. Build quality and crash test ratings affect car safety. Global NCAP gave the Santro and WagonR 2-star crash ratings.
Cost:
The Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR are affordable hatchbacks. Let's compare prices and values:
Hyundai Santro
Santro costs between Rs. 4.39 lakhs and Rs. 7.36 lakhs which, is less than the WagonR. Its features and performance make it a good value.
Maruti WagonR:
The WagonR is slightly more expensive than the Santro as they cost between Rs. 5.53 lakhs to Rs. 7.41 lakhs. Its spacious cabin, fuel efficiency, and low maintenance costs make it a good value. For buyers looking for a comfortable and convenient hatchback, the Santro is a good option.
Conclusion
Hyundai Santro and Maruti WagonR are both very popular hatchbacks. Both have pros and cons and suit different buyers. Modern Santros have many features, good performance, and comfortable cabins and are cheaper than WagonR. WagonR's spacious cabin, fuel efficiency, and low maintenance costs make the WagonR practical and affordable.
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