Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios - Which One Should You Buy

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Pros & Cons

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

  • Fuel efficiency at 24.9 kmpl (petrol) and 33.4 km/kg (CNG) rules its class—our tests back its ₹2/km CNG cost in a fuel-pricey world.
  • Six airbags standard and a 2-star GNCAP (likely better now) beat Kwid’s 1-star—safety at ₹4.23 lakh.
  • Entry price of ₹4.23 lakh plus Maruti’s service reach keep it budget-friendly—cheaper than Grand i10 Nios by ₹1.7 lakh.

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

  • Fresh styling and vibrant color options
  • Handles like a mini go-kart with stable cornering and high-speed stability
  • Hyundai offers niche features like TPMS, a wireless charger, and cruise control
  • CNG variant is a blessing for fuel economy-focused drivers
  • Low starting price of ₹5.98 lakh
Engine and Performance

The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD is powered by a k10c engine producing a maximum power of 65.71bhp@5500rpm and maximum torque of 89Nm@3500rpm. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era is powered by a 1.2 l kappa engine producing a maximum power of 82bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 113.8Nm@4000rpm.

Max Power
65.71bhp@5500rpm
82bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
89Nm@3500rpm
113.8Nm@4000rpm
Displacement
998 cc
1197 cc
No. of Cylinders
3
4
Battery Saver
-
Fuel Specifications

The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD runs on Petrol and delivers a mileage of 24.39 kmpl. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era runs on Petrol and delivers a mileage of 18 kmpl.

City Mileage
16.56 kmpl
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Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Tank Capacity
27 Litres
37 Litres
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol Highway Mileage
22.97 kmpl
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Dimensions and Design

The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD has a height of 1520 mm, length measures 3530 mm, width is 1490 mm. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era has a height of 1520 mm, length measures 3815 mm, width is 1680 mm.

Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Height
1520 mm
1520 mm
Length
3530 mm
3815 mm
Wheelbase
2380 mm
2450 mm
Width
1490 mm
1680 mm
Interior Specifications

The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD offers a boot space of 214 Litres. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era offers a boot space of 260 Litres.

Boot Space
214 Litres
260 Litres
No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
4, 5
5
Wheels & Tires

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD runs on tyres sized 145/80 R13. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era runs on tyres sized 165/70 R14.

Alloy Wheels
-
Tyre Size
145/80 R13
165/70 R14
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Covers
-
Wheel Size
13 Inch
14 Inch
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era uses a MacPherson suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson suspension
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Shock Absorbers Type
-
Gas Type
Safety Features

The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD comes equipped with safety features like Driver Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Passenger Airbag, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Ebd, and and many more. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era comes equipped with safety features like Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Central Locking, and and many more.

Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Theft Alarm
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Central Locking
Child Safety Locks
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Curtain Airbag
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Interior Features

The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
Wheel Cover(Center Cap)
Body colored Bumpers
Digital Cluster
-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
-
Tachometer
-
Upholstery
-
Fabric
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 STD offers Luggage Hook Net, Glove Box, and Adjustable Headlamps. For comfort, the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Era offers Adjustable Headrest, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Adjustable Headlamps
Adjustable Headrest
-
Adjustable Steering
-
Air Conditioner
Infotainment Features
Android Auto
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Digital Cluster Size
-
3.5 Inch
Integrated 2din Audio
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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

STD

3.70 Lakh

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Era

5.47 Lakh