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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R review: what owners and experts say
Based on 107 statements from 9 owner and expert reviews · Updated
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R costs ₹4.98 lakh to ₹7.23 lakh ex-showroom in India across 12 variants, sold with petrol and CNG powertrains. Reviewers are most positive about its rear seat space and routine service cost, and most critical of its handling and seat comfort. Here is the full picture, with the actual words reviewers used.
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹4.98 lakh to ₹7.23 lakh
- Variants
- 12
- Fuel
- Petrol, CNG
- Seating
- 5
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R price and engine options in India
Ex-showroom prices run from ₹4.98 lakh to ₹7.23 lakh. On-road prices depend on your city, so check them before you commit.
| Fuel | Gearbox | Engine | Power / torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Manual (5-Speed) | Flex Fuel, 1197 cc | 88.50bhp@6000rpm / 113Nm@4400rpm |
| CNG | Manual (5-Speed) | K10C, 998 cc | 55.92bhp@5300rpm / 82.1Nm@3400rpm |
| Petrol | Automatic (5-Speed) | K10C, 998 cc | 65.71bhp@5500rpm / 89Nm@3500rpm |
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What owners and experts like about the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R
Rear seat space
Strongly positivebased on 5 reviews
“There's more space back here, legroom is a lot more and three passengers are more comfortable side-by-side because the car is wider”
Routine service cost
Strongly positivebased on 5 reviews
“First service at 10,000 km cost about 1,400-1,500 and the 20,000 km service with brake oil and coolant about 2,700-2,800”
Where the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R falls short
Not every point below is a serious flaw. Some are mixed opinions where reviewers disagreed, and the label says which.
Handling
Strongly negativebased on 6 reviews
“The steering is really not the most responsive and when you make quick changes of direction it feels a little inert”
Seat comfort
Generally negativebased on 6 reviews
“The old one had adjustable headrests on all four seats, in this one they are all fixed”
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R ratings by area
Every area where we have at least two reviews, with the overall verdict.
Ride and handling
- Ride comfort4 reviewsGenerally positive
- Ground clearance4 reviewsGenerally positive
- Cabin refinement4 reviewsGenerally negative
- Highway stability4 reviewsGenerally negative
- Handling6 reviewsStrongly negative
- Tyre quality3 reviewsStrongly negative
Cabin space and comfort
- Rear seat space5 reviewsStrongly positive
- Front seat space3 reviewsStrongly positive
- Seat comfort6 reviewsGenerally negative
Features and technology
- Headlight quality3 reviewsGenerally positive
- Air conditioning4 reviewsGenerally negative
Safety and build quality
- Crash safety3 reviewsStrongly negative
- Fit & finish3 reviewsStrongly negative
Service and spare parts cost
- Routine service cost5 reviewsStrongly positive
Visibility and ergonomics
- Driving position3 reviewsStrongly positive
Reliability
- Long-term build quality3 reviewsGenerally positive
Mileage and fuel efficiency
- Highway mileage3 reviewsGenerally positive
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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R FAQs
How much does the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R cost in India?
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R costs ₹4.98 lakh to ₹7.23 lakh ex-showroom across 12 variants. On-road price depends on your city, so ask a dealer or use our dealer quote check to see what a quote should look like.
Which engine and gearbox options does the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R have?
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is sold with petrol and CNG powertrains and manual and automatic gearboxes. The table above lists every engine and gearbox combination.
What do owners like most about the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?
Owners and experts are most positive about the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R's rear seat space and routine service cost.
What are the common complaints about the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R?
The most common criticism is about the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R's handling and seat comfort. Check the full list above to see how strongly reviewers agree.
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How this page is made: we collect what real owners and expert reviewers say in published video reviews, tag each statement by topic (for example ride comfort or service cost) and score how positive or negative it is. Nothing here is paid for by manufacturers or dealers, and no result is sponsored. Prices come from CarDekho and can change; confirm with a dealer. Read more in why car advice conflicts.