i have two ignis cars at home a manual delta and AMT zeta. very value for money car. you get a 4 cylinder engine which is smooth and refined. great long term ownership proposition

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More questions you may find useful

•2w

I am looking for a compact car under ₹6 lakh. I am open to buying either a new car or a second-hand one, but my main condition is that the car should not have very low or very high seating, as there is a knee problem in the family. Please suggest which car would be a good option to buy within this budget.

Autocar India

•2w

For your needs, either the Tata Punch or the Maruti Suzuki Ignis would be a good option. The Tata Punch sits at a comfortable height, and its doors open up to almost 90 degrees, which makes ingress and egress easier. The seating position is also not too tall, so it should feel comfortable even for someone with knee issues.If you want something that feels more spacious, especially in the rear seat, then the Ignis ticks all the boxes as well. Its 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine is smoother, more responsive and nicer to drive too.To buy these cars brand new, even the base variants will be slightly above ₹6 lakh on-road. If you are okay with stretching the budget a little, you can go ahead with a new car. Also, you can consider used versions of higher variants within your budget.

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Ritangshu Bhattacharya

•3w

My wife has recently started learning to drive and is looking to buy her first car, which she will primarily use for daily office commuting (around 40-50 km per day). She prefers a petrol automatic car with a relatively high driver seating position. Since this will be her first car, I am inclined towards a Maruti Suzuki model, unless a Hyundai option makes a very strong case. We are currently considering the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10, Maruti Suzuki Celerio, and Maruti Suzuki Ignis (we are not considering the WagonR). Among these, the Celerio and Ignis seem like better options, but we are slightly concerned about the possibility of them being discontinued in the near future. We would also consider the Maruti Suzuki Swift, but we are a bit apprehensive because it is a slightly larger car for a beginner driver. Our budget is ₹6-9 lakh on-road. Which of these cars would be the best choice for her needs?

Autocar India

•3w

The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is the best option for your wife. Its compact dimensions make it easy to manoeuvre, and the relatively high seating position gives a good view of the road, aiding confidence behind the wheel. A peppy engine and the convenience of AMT also help its case. The Ignis is a bit firm in its ride comfort, though. Maruti Suzuki has not announced plans to discontinue the Ignis, though the model has been around for a while. Even in the case of the model being discontinued, you will not have trouble with service support and parts availability for years to come.

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Amit Bodh

•4w

I am planning to buy my first car. My budget is a maximum of ₹7 lakh. I am thinking of Ignis, but I am also confused, as it has not received any major updates in a long time.

Autocar India

•4w

The Maruti Suzuki Ignis, for some reason, never really clicked as a mainstream car and isn’t among Maruti-Suzuki’s big sellers. The quirky styling is not to everyone’s taste, and that’s probably why it hasn’t found mass appeal like the Maruti Suzuki Swift. That said, underneath it uses the same tried-and-tested 1.2-litre K-series petrol engine, so mechanically it’s proven and easy to live with.In fact, the Ignis is quite an interesting car. The part-hatch, part-compact-SUV design gives it a distinct character, and the tall stance and good ground clearance are definite advantages on bad roads. It feels compact to drive, but you sit a bit higher than in a regular hatchback, which many first-time buyers appreciate.The reason Maruti-Suzuki hasn’t updated it significantly is simple: average monthly sales of around 2,000 units are low by Maruti standards, so it doesn’t justify heavy investment. The company seems content to let it continue as a niche offering. That, however, shouldn’t dissuade you if you genuinely like the car. It’s reliable, relatively affordable to maintain and fits comfortably within your Rs 7 lakh on-road budget.If you want something more mainstream and easier to resell later, you could also consider the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R or even the lower variants of the Swift, which are hugely popular. But if the Ignis appeals to you, there’s no strong reason to avoid it.

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Punit Khatri

•5w

Hi, I booked the 2026 Tata Punch Pure Plus manual on 11th February, and the dealer committed to deliver it on 27th February, but now they are denying delivery. I want to cancel the booking and am planning to buy the Maruti Ignis Zeta AGS. My driving will mostly be in the city, with highway running of about 1,000 km once every three months. Will it be a good decision to buy the Ignis Zeta AGS, or should I wait for the Tata Punch Pure Plus manual? Or is there any other AMT/AGS car that I can consider within a ₹7-8 lakh budget? Kindly suggest.

Autocar India

•5w

If you do not want to wait any longer, going ahead with the Maruti Suzuki Ignis Zeta AGS is a perfectly sensible decision for your usage. For mostly city driving with an occasional highway run once every few months, the Ignis fits the bill well. Its 1.2 litre four cylinder petrol engine is smoother and more responsive than the Punch’s motor, and the AMT calibration feels easy to live with in traffic. It has good space on the inside, has a comfortable ride quality and, being a Maruti Suzuki, offers a hassle-free ownership experience with low maintenance costs and wide service support.One important point to keep in mind with the Ignis is safety. When tested by Global NCAP in 2022, it scored a one-star rating, so this is something you should be fully aware of before making a final decision.If timely delivery, the Ignis Zeta AGS is a good buy. If safety rating and a more rugged feel are higher priorities and you are willing to wait, then sticking with the Tata Punch makes sense.

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Ramachandran

•5w

I am 70 years old and currently driving an Alto K10 manual in Palakkad, Kerala. I want to upgrade to a 1.2 L automatic with good road visibility and an adjustable seat. My budget is ₹8-10 lakh. Please suggest the best option.

Autocar India

•4w

You can consider the Maruti Suzuki Ignis AMT. It is a good option for you as it has the height adjustable drivers seat and its tall-boy-like design means you sit higher up and have a good view of the road outside. It also makes the Ignis easy to get in and out of. The 1.2-litre engine is peppy enough, and the AMT gearbox is smooth when driven at a relaxed pace. Moreover, you will get the top spec version within your budget, and the Ignis is also a very reliable car.

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