February 18,2011 - Maruti introduced the LPG version of new WagonR named the Maruti WagonR Duo.It is available in 7 variant colours and it provides a mileage of 14.4 km per liter.It is priced around Rs.4,01,165 in the ex-showroom in Delhi which is Rs.33,000 more than its petrol variant.
August 1,2010 - Maruti Suzuki India,the country's largest car-maker has restarted selling the old version of the LPG WagonR.The company had stopped the production of the 'Duo' variant of the old WagonR after launching the new generation WagonR in the month of April.The Duo variant had both petrol and LPG options.Of the total WagonR sales,Duo had contributed about 20-22 percent.The LPG variant of the WagonR was priced at Rs.3.68 lakhs in the ex-showroom,Delhi.
June 19,2010 - Maruti Suzuki India had planned to launch the CNG variant of the WagonR hatchback within three months.Maruti Suzuki worked on at least five models across different segments for launching the CNG variants, which came as dual mode with petrol, and was launched during the next quarter.WagonR was the first among the models that was launched with the CNG version.
Maruti WagonR review
Maruti WagonR also named "the Blue eyed boy" features an eye catching design with dynamic exteriors and impressive interiors.The various models of WagonR are LX DUO BSIII,LXI DUO BSIII,LX BS IV,LXI BS IV,VXI BS IV,VXI BS IV with ABS,LXI CNG.
Engine
Maruti WagonR possess a 1.0L KB10 petrol engine with 5 speed manual transmission displacing 998cc.The light weight KB 10 engine of WagonR delivers a power of 68 PS at 6200 rpm and produces a torque of about 90 Nm at 3200 rpm.The KB 10 engine well known for its fuel efficiency is also qualified for the BS IV emission.The Vxi variant with CNG fuel is powered by Intelligent Gas Port Injection (i-GPI) bi-fuel technology which provides an intelligent riding.Its engine delivers a power of 59.3 PS at 6200 rpm and produces a maximum torque of 77 Nm at 3500 rpm.
Design and Comfort
Exteriors
Maruti WagonR is well known for its pretentious exterior look that makes it more demandful.It features a peppy outer look and a glossy curvier body which makes it more attractive.It is sported with body colored side door handles,chrome finish back door garnish which gives extra touch to the finishing of the car.Its impressive features are its side body moulding and moon rock silver roof rails.Its new chrome accentuated front grille is defined with blue tinted headlights.It also holds alloy wheels,body colored outside mirrors with indicators and body colored door handles which all makes the car favoured by many people.
Interiors
Maruti WagonR has a hatchback body-style and is packed with roomy and spacious interiors that makes everyone to feel open even in very busy traffic disorders.It provides a very comfortable driving due to the presence of fantastically designed seats and gear knobs.Its interiors also features phone holders,super-slim door pockets and small air-con vents.Its some other fantastic interior features are Luggage Parcel tray,Sun visor with ticket holder only on driver seat,adjustable stylish front and rear seat head rests, speakers for surrounding sound effect and vanity mirror in Sun visor for front seat passenger.The air conditioner with heater & rotary AC controls present in the car controls the temperature present inside and also provides a very convenient driving.
Mileage and Fuel Economy
The high powerful engine of Maruti Wagon R is well known for its very good fuel efficiency and the manual gearbox present in it guarantees good performance and endeavours an impressive wagonr mileage of 14 kmpl in the city and 18 kmpl on the highways.Similarly,its Vxi CNG variant,offers a mileage of 15 km/kg in city roads and 20 kg/km on highways. The fuel tank capacity of the car is 35 litres for petrol and 60 litres for CNG water.
Safety and special features
Maruti WagonR is built with both active and passive high technology safety features.Some of the advanced features in Maruti WagonR are Dual SRS Airbag which offers great help in the time of accidents and collision.It provides a cushioning effect in collision. The ABS (Anti lock Braking System) helps in preventing wheel locking in case of abrupt braking.The collapsible steering column is also one of the best safeguard feature against collision.In order to avoid the bad weather condition,the front and rear fog lamps are provided.Some other safety measures are driver seatbelt warning lamps, rear wipers, washer and de-fogger, unique high mount stop lamp and child proof rear door locks to drive safely when children are seated.
Wagon R colours
Maruti WagonR is available in the following various colours namely Silky Silver,Glistening Grey,Superior White,Midnight Black,Breeze Blue,Firebrick Red,Bakers Chocolate.
Maruti Wagon R price
The wagonr prices in the ex-showroom,Delhi are as follows:
Maruti Wagon R LX BS4 :Rs.338716.84
Maruti Wagon R LXI BS4 :Rs.368276.49
Maruti Wagon R LXI CNG BS4 :Rs.421276.22
Maruti Wagon R LXI LPG BS4 :Rs.402265.94
Maruti Wagon R VXI BS4 :Rs.393214.82
Maruti Wagon R VXI BS4 WITH ABS :Rs.423961.87
Models
Maruti Wagon R LX DUO BSIII
This is the base model of the Maruti Wagon R.It features 1.1L petrol engine with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. It is packed with LPG kit.
Maruti Wagon R LX DUO BSIV
This variant is also packed with LPG kit. It offers some additional features when compared with the previous one namely door trim fabric,chrome finishing in instrumental panel, silver finishing in door handles present inside,electronic power steering, front power windows,driver seat belt warning lamp, etc.
Maruti Wagon R LX BS IV
This is the base model for the new Wagon R which is packed with 1.0L petrol engine and 5 Speed manual transmission gearbox along with many comfort features.
Maruti Wagon R LXI BS IV
This is the upgraded version of Wagon R LX with extra features like door trim fabric, chrome finish in instrumental panel, silver finish in inside door handles, electronic power steering, front power windows, driver seatbelt warning lamp, etc as same as LXI DUO BSIII.
Maruti Wagon R VXI BS IV
This is the top most model with additional features like tilted steering, rear power windows, electrical ORVM, front passenger under seat tray, keyless entry, dual srs airbag (optional), ABS (optional), security system, body colored outside door handles, etc.
Maruti Wagon R VXI BS IV with ABS
This variant offers same features as "Maruti Wagon R BS IV" but has the additional features as airbags and ABS.
Maruti Wagon R LXI CNG
This CNG fuel system variant of Wagon R not only performs better but also saves money for every kilometer it runs. Except the CNG kit system, the variant has all the same specifications.
Awards
The following are the awards won by Maruti WagonR in the past years:
. J.D. Power Asia Pacific India Vehicle Dependabilit (2009)
. TNS TCS study (2008)
. TNS TCS study (2008)
. TNS TCS study (2005)
. TNS TCS study (2003)
. J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2006 India Automotive Perf (2006)
. J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2005 India Automotive Perf (2005)
. J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2003 India Initial Quality (2004)
. J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2004 India Automotive Per (2003)