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Last Updated on: 16 Aug 2026

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R User Reviews

3.9/5
31 Ratings | 30 Reviews

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Sayantan basu16 Aug 2026
4/5

After driving the 2013 Wagon R 1.0, the engine acts like a diesel engine hence making it fun to drive. However, the seats are uncomfortable. The car is a bit feature loaded with an additional glovebox, hidden cup holders, and a basket under the front passenger seat. It's a strong seller compared to SUVs.

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Mahesh13 Aug 2026
3/5

The Lxi CNG Breeza offers fewer goodies compared to the Vxi variant.

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Prem28 Jul 2026
4/5

The new Wagon R VXI is the best choice for now. With current government policies and car manufacturers being clueless, it's the only option. It's a good choice to use for two years and then decide on your next car. You'll get good resale value or you can keep it.

AV
Ananya Verma27 Jul 2026
4/5

ZXI has more features like better infotainment and safety options. It is spacious and comfortable, but more expensive.

KB
KUL BHUSHAN SHARMA24 Jul 2026
4/5

Keeping in view all aspects, Wagon R is only the best alternate.

AS
Aryan Shenoy23 Jul 2026
4/5

Wagon R is the best choice for comfort, especially for getting in and out. Others are just decent in this aspect.

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Puneet20 Jul 2026
4/5

Wagon R is big and spacious with good boot space. It offers the same engine and mileage.

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Ranga20 Jul 2026
4/5

Wagon R is a balanced car with all the options of Celerio. The only issue is it has become the Taxi of the Country, so choose a unique color. Cabin space is also nice.

NK
Nitin Kalra19 Jul 2026
4/5

For long drives, go for the Wagon R with the 1.2-liter engine. It's better for both mileage and power.

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USP19 Jul 2026
5/5

I've been using the Wagon R for 19 years now. It has good leg space, enough height to make it look spacious and not cramped. It's very low-maintenance, offers good mileage, and can carry a lot of luggage. The wider base design helps with body roll in ghat sections, even on the rear seats. Service centres are available everywhere, making it a convenient choice. At a reasonable speed, it's a safe car.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Expert Reviews

Autocar score
8

We like

  • Roomy cabin

  • Easy to drive

We don't like

  • Light build

  • Not suited for highway use

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Questions you may find useful

3d

I own a 2012 Wagon R and now want to buy a new car with a budget of Rs. 11 lakh. My monthly running is about 700-750 km, with half of it in the city and the other half on highways. Please suggest a car with good mileage and a smooth, refined, and quiet engine. I am 65+ years old.

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3d

With a budget of Rs 11 lakh, a monthly running of 700-750 km split between city and highway, and a priority on refinement and ease of use, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno petrol automatic is the most sensible upgrade from your Wagon R. The Baleno offers a smooth and refined four cylinder petrol engine, a comfortable ride and a spacious cabin, making it easy to drive in the city while remaining stable and relaxed on the highway. It is also one of the most fuel-efficient petrol cars in its segment, which will help keep running costs in check. The automatic gearbox is reliable, making it particularly well-suited for your usage pattern. Maruti's wide service network and low maintenance costs further add to the ownership peace of mind. If you prefer a slightly higher seating position, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx petrol automatic is a good alternative, offering a similar experience with better visibility and a more SUV-like stance, though it will be slightly less fuel-efficient than the Baleno. Overall, the Baleno strikes the best balance between refinement, efficiency and ease of ownership for your requirements.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Baleno
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Wagon R
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Fronx
3w

Hello I want a car which have low maintenance and better mileage. I have to run 300 kms 3 times a week in single run please suggest me a car in 5-6 lakh range. I am thinking about wagon r vxi Agar wagon r vxi me maruti touch screen leta hu to

2w

I am planning to buy my first family car strictly under 6.5 lakh - 7 lakh (on-road) in Karnataka. My usage will be mainly local commute of 15-18 km daily and highway trips of approximately 300 km to hometown. I'm looking for a practical, reliable and low-maintenance vehicle, and therefore, I am leaning towards petrol with manual transmission. Features that I'm looking for include decent AC, all-4 power windows and central locking along with sufficient rear seat space for 2 adults and a boot big enough to accomodate 2-3 trolley bags. I have shortlisted Maruti Wagon R VXi 1.0 and Maruti Swift LXi. We have excluded Baleno as it wouldn't fit our parking space. I'm also excluding Renault and Citroen as these brands do not have a presence near where I live. I do not wish to consider Tata due to on-going bad experience with service that my friends are facing. Please share your opinion about these two models or any other reliable car that I might be missing out on.

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2w

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi. Your usage pattern is a mix of daily city commuting and occasional 300km highway runs, and the Swift is the better all-rounder for this. It offers a more comfortable ride, better highway stability and a more refined driving experience compared to the Wagon R. The rear seat has enough space for two adults, and the boot is big enough to suit your requirement of carrying 2-3 trolley bags. The Wagon R is a very practical city car with a tall-boy design and good headroom, but it is not as comfortable or as confidence-inspiring on the highway. Both cars are equally reliable and low-maintenance, but the Swift feels like a more complete car overall.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Swift
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Wagon R
4w

Is wagon R vxi AMT is good .How is it different from wagon R AMT zxi model

5w

Which varient of wagan r amt petrol 10 lacks iam 5'10"height sr citizen