Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Renault Duster

Autocar India
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Strong Hybrid Alpha+ (O) AT

19.62 lakh

Renault Duster

Renault Duster

Iconic 1.3 Turbo Petrol DCT

18.49 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1490 cc
1333 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol-Electric Hybrid
Petrol

Motor Type

AC Synchronous Motor
–

Number of Motors

1
–

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

CVT
DCT

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

92.45hp at 5500rpm
163 hp at 5250 rpm

Max Engine Torque

122Nm at 3800-4800
280 Nm at 2000 - 3505 rpm

Combined Max Power

116hp
–

Max Motor Power

80hp
–

Max Motor Torque

141Nm
–

Number of Gears

–
6

Fuel & Performance

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

–

Official Fuel Economy

27.97 kmpl
18.45 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

23.77 kmpl
7.47 kmpl

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

20.39 kmpl
13.47 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
50 litres

Fuel Supply System

–
Direct Injection

Drive Mode Types

–
Multiple

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
9.97 kmpl

0-100kph

–
11.33 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

–
6.07 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

–
7.6 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam
Twist Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

5.4 m
–

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/60 R17
225/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

215/60 R17
225/55 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4345 mm
4346 mm

Width

1795 mm
1815 mm

Height

1645 mm
1701 mm

Wheelbase

2600 mm
2657 mm

Kerb Weight

1285 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
212 mm

Boot Capacity

–
None litres

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Powered Tailgate

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Cup Holders

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Cabin Boot Access

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
All

Bottle Holder in Doors

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Roof Grab Handles

Bluetooth Connectivity

Door Pockets

Sunglass Holder

Driver Armrest Storage

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
LED

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Vanity Mirror

Yes with Light

Utility Recess On Dashboard

Rear Parcel Tray

Trunk Light

Interior Lamps

Electric Tailgate Release

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
2-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Storage

–

12 Volt Port

–

Heated ORVM

–

Glove Box

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

12 Volt Port Boot

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Dual Tone Horn

Door Ajar Warning

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Seat Belt Warning

Driver Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Speed Assist System

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Anti Theft Alarm

Lane Departure Avoidance

Boot Open Warning

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Lane Keep Assist

Passenger Airbag

Overspeed Warning

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Heads Up Display

Front Collision Avoidance

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

High Beam Assist

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Video Recording

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–
With Load Sensor

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
All

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Interior Door Handles Finish

–

BNCAP Rating

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED fog lamps

LED taillights

Illuminated Logo

Puddle Lamps

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

Spoiler

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Connected LED

Cornering Headlights

Sequential Turn Indicators

Rub Strips

Scuff Plates

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Roof Rails

Functional

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Cornering Foglamps

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Ottoman Seats

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
2 Type C

Speakers

4
6

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
On-board

Voice Commands

Google Assistant

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Second Row USB port

–
2 Type C

Branded Music System

–
Arkhamays

Front Passenger Screen

–

Inbuilt Music App

–

Connected Car Features

Anti Theft Immobilisation

Find My Car

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Tow Away Alert

–

Emergency Call Button

Alexa Compatibility

–

Driving Analytics

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

Live Location Sharing

Low Battery Warning

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Geo Fence

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

Phone App

Service Reminder Via App

Smart Drive Information

–

In Car Payment

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Location Based Services

–

Summon Mode

–

SOS Button

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Digital Key

–

App Details

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Questions you may find useful

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I am planning to buy a car this year around Diwali or at the year end. Firstly, what would be the best time to buy a car with maximum discounts and overall best buying experience? I am looking to buy a big-5 seater car. Since I am soon going to be a dad, so a comfortable and safe car for the family is my priority along with super good fuel efficiency, low maintenance and very good ownership. From usage perspective, I am looking for long travels once a month or two and daily office commute. On average, my monthly running would be 3000-4500 km. I can start from around 8 lakhs and stretch up to 15 lakh (on-road price) but not go beyond that. A low budget car is also not an issue if mileage, safety and good space is there. Around 12 lakhs is the sweet spot. From features point of view as long as the car has also essentials, it's fine. Basically, I want a car in this budget with no-nonsense features. Feel good features that can be barely used can be skipped if it saves my money. I am planning to keep this car for at least next 10 - 12 years. A few cars that are currently in trend and are on my mind include Grand Vitara, Victoris, Duster, Nexon, Curvv and Hyryder. But please let me know which is the best car according to you and which is the variant that I should go for (model, engine, fuel) and the best time to buy that car. Also please suggest from perspective of e20 fuel debate. Thank you so much.