2022 Maruti Alto K10 vs Renault Kwid

The new Maruti Alto K10 has made a comeback with a sharp, taller, and upright stance to give a run for its money to Renault Kwid. Here's a quick comparison.

Dimension

Alto K10 is higher with 3520x1490x1520mm dimension and wheelbase is 2380mm while Kwid is longer and wider with 3531x1579x1474mm dimension and 2422mm of wheelbase.

Engine

2022 Alto K10 is powered by a 1.0-litre K10C dual jet petrol mill while Renault Kwid is equipped with 1.0 litre SCe petrol engine. 

Output

Maruti Alto K10 generates 66bhp and a torque of 89Nm while Renault Kwid 1L produces slightly more 67bhp and 91Nm of output. 

Transmission

Alto K10 offers 5-speed manual and auto gear shift (AGS) gearboxes and Kwid also arrives with 5-speed manual and automatic transmission options. 

Mileage

ARAI-claimed mileage for Alto K10 is 24.39kmpl for manual and 24.90kmpl for AGS while Kwid has a lower mileage of 21.7kmpl for manual and 22kmpl AMT model.

Warranty

Alto K10 has a warranty for 2 years or 40,000km while Kwid offers a warranty of 2 years or 50,000km, whichever is at the earliest.

Prices

2022 Maruti Alto K10 is more affordable starting at Rs 3.99 lakh (ex-showroom) while Renault Kwid 1.0L retails at Rs 4.74 lakh onwards.