Maruti launches Alto K10 priced Rs 3.03-3.16 lakh

Brand Alto, India's largest selling car brand, now gets even more strength. Maruti Suzuki today launched another version of Brand Alto, equipped with a K-series, 998 cc engine. This version, called 'Alto-K10', comes with improved suspension, new cable-type transmission, superior brake system and more knee-room for rear seat passengers. The existing Alto clocks average sales of over 20,000 units every month. Maruti Suzuki expects the Alto-K10 to bring in additional customers. On the occasion of Alto-K10 launch, Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said “The Alto's package of performance, fuel efficiency and attractive cost of ownership have together made it India's most popular car. The Alto-K10 will take this forward. There are a growing number of first time buyers who seek more power, performance and attitude in their car, without having to stretch all the way to buy a higher segment car. The Alto-K10 is meant for them”. Highlights of Alto-K10

Fuel efficiency: 20.2 km per litre - the highest among petrol cars in A2 segment Performance: Alto-K10 can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 13.3 seconds New cable type transmission for easy gear shifting and enhanced driving pleasure

Changes in Dimensions, Exterior and interiors:

Alto-K10 is longer by 125mm to accommodate the bigger K-series engine. It has a new aggressive front, with a differently styled combination of dynamic hood, bold eagle-eye headlamps with crystal-clear lens. The Alto-K10 comes with Tinted glasses Large13-inch tubeless tyres Body coloured bumpers Trendy wheel-covers Precise and smart front grill Interesting body side mouldings Stylish tail gate Plush two-tone interiors and an all-new 3-spoke steering wheel. These are aided by Vibrant new colours for upholstery Vanity mirror Colour coordinated door trim fabric Accessory socket Stylish gear knob Rear parcel tray Integrated headrests at front and rear Ash tray and Cup holder All-new speedometer, tachometer and electronic tripmeter Front power windows The designers imparted special attention to the rear exteriors of the Alto-K10 with a newly designed back door and a fresh set of rear combination lamps.

While the existing Alto will continue to serve customers across India, the new sibling, Alto-K10, is specifically targeted at those customers, who are looking for premium features and performance in an economical package. For the record, the existing Alto holds the singular achievement of selling the highest number of units by a single model in a month with a staggering 25,340 units in May 2010.

Superior power and fuel efficiency

Alto-K10 is powered by a 998cc three-cylinder 'K10B' engine Peak power of 68ps@6200rpm Fine balance of more power and high fuel efficiency High torque of 90Nm@3500 rpm Low emissions and Low NVH. Remarkable peppy performance

Alto-K10: High on Safety and Security

Collapsible steering column Headlight leveling device Improved suspension system The child locks on the rear door Improved brake system Central locking Side impact beams i-CATS, to minimizes chances of a burglary Front fog lamps High mounted rear stop lamp

Comfort

Air-conditioner and a heater Improved knee-room for rear seat passenger comfort Power Steering Remote fuel tank lid opener 13-inch tubeless radial tyres Remote back door opener 4.6 meters turning radius to take on traffic and parking challenges Key-off reminder A high 160 mm ground clearance Internally adjustable ORVM

Environment Friendly

BS IV compliant E-10 and ELV compliant

The new Alto-K10 is available in an array of six colours :

Sunlight Copper Midnight Black Fire Brick Red Superior White Ecru Beige Silky Silver

Introductory Price

Model City Ex Showroom (Rs) Alto-K10 LXi Delhi 3.03 lakh Alto-K10 VXi Delhi 3.16 lakh