Alto  vs redi GO

Tech-Spec Comparo: 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 vs Datsun redi-GO

Alto 800 vs redi-GO

The compact car segment in India is growing day by day with automobile manufacturers introducing new products. Some have kick-started the race with all-new offerings while others are keeping up with the pace by refreshing their existing lineup. So here we have for you the latest offerings in the entry level segment, in a quick tech-spec comparo! Presenting the all new redi-Go by Datsun India vs the facelifted and refreshed 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800.

Datsun redi-Go (147)

Datsun India recently launched their all new compact vehicle in India. Christened as the redi-GO, its maker says that the car is a fusion of a compact crossover and an urban hatch. The redi-Go is based on an all-new platform and is claimed to offer superior performance and handling. As of now, the redi-Go can be booked through Datsun India’s website and dealerships with a booking amount of INR 5,000 and the online portal displays a delivery date of July. We have already driven and tested the urban hatch and click here for the in-depth review.

New 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 facelift front (2)

Speaking of the next contender, Maruti Suzuki brought their refreshed Alto 800 in the market a couple of days ago. The compact car has been refreshed with a facelift treatment and has received new bit in the interiors. Much before its official unveil and launch, the new Alto 800 was revealed inside out through a series of spy shots.

New 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 facelift front (3)

Here is a quick tech-spec comparison of the 2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 with the Datsun redi-GO

Models

2016 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 Datsun redi-GO

Engine and Transmission

Fuel

Petrol

Petrol

Engine

Displacement

796cc

799cc

Max Power

Petrol – 47 Bhp at 6,000rpm

CNG – 40 Bhp at 6,000rpm

53Bhp at 5678rpm

Max Torque

Petrol – 69Nm at 3,500rpm CNG – 60Nm at 3,500rpm

72Nm at 4388rpm

Transmission Type

Manual

Manual

No of gears

Five

Five

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive

Claimed Fuel efficiency

Petrol – 24.7 kmpl

CNG – 33.44 km/kg

25.17 kmpl

Dimensions and Volumes

Length (mm)

3430 mm 3429mm

Width (mm)

1490 mm
1515 mm (with side moulding)

1560mm

Height (mm) 1475 mm

1541mm

Ground Clearance (mm)

160 mm

185mm

Turning radius

4.6 m

4.7m

Boot Space

177Litres

222Litres

Kerb Weight (kg)

695kg – 812kg depending upon varaint

644kg

Seating Capacity (Person)

5

5

Tyre Size

145/80 R12

155/80 R13

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)

 

35 Litres (Petrol)
60 Litres (CNG Water Filling Capacity)

28Litres

Datsun redi-Go grey (3)

Well, Datsun India is not ready yet to reveal the prices of their all new redi-Go, but the company has put up an approximate range stating that the car will be priced in the range of INR  2.5-3.5 Lakhs. On the other hand, Maruti Suzuki has put up all the prices of the 2016 Alto 800 and they are as follows-

New 2016 Maruti Suzuki ALto 800 facelift (3)

All prices mentioned below are ex-showroom Mumbai

Variant Metallic Non-Metallic
New Alto 800 LXI CNG INR 3,95,378 INR 3,91,453
New Alto 800 LXI (O) CNG INR 4,01,682 INR 3,97,757
New Alto 800 STD INR 2,69,429 INR 2,65,503
New Alto 800 STD (O) INR 2,75,733 INR 2,71,807
New Alto 800 LX INR 3,05,103 INR 3,01,178
New Alto 800 LX (O) INR 3,11,407 INR 3,07,481
New Alto 800 LXI INR 3,31,281 INR 3,27,355
New Alto 800 LXI (O) INR 3,37,585 INR 3,33,659
New Alto 800 VXI INR 351129 INR 3,47,203
New Alto 800 VXI (O) INR 357433 INR 3,53,507

redi-Go (1)

This comparison will give you an initial idea of the general specifications of the two cars and how they stand against each other. The new Alto 800 is yet to reach our garage, but at the same time, we have driven the Datsun redi-Go. About the redi-GO, our car specialist – Ayan Gosh says, “It looks attractive and youthful, especially in green, has a spacious cabin and a fuel efficient, tractable petrol engine. Equipment on offer is utilitarian, and there’s visible cost cutting involved, but at a price that undercuts even the Kwid, the redi--Go is worth every penny it demands if you’re out budget car shopping.”

We are not taking a side yet, but stay tuned with us, as we will soon get the compact cars face-to-face with each other and add a few more worthy contenders for an absolute shoot-out and find out who stands the tallest!

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