Maruti Suzuki Wagon R vs Tata Tiago

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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

FFV ZXI+ 1.2

7.24 lakh

Tata Tiago

Tata Tiago

Creative CNG AMT

8.55 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Displacement

1197 cc
1199 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
CNG

Gearbox Type

Manual
AMT

Number of Gears

5
5

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

90.9 hp at 6000 rpm
75.5 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

113.7 Nm at 4200 rpm
96.5 Nm at 3500 rpm

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power on CNG

–
N/A

Max Engine Torque on CNG

–
N/A

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
MPFI

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

32 litres
35 litres

Terrain Modes

–

CNG/LPG Tank Capacity

–
60 Kg

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

macPherson Strut
Independent Lower Wishbone, McPherson (Dual Path) Strut Type

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam
Twist Beam on Hydraulic Shock Absorber

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Turning Radius

4.7 m
4.9 m

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drum

Wheel Size

14 inches
15 inches

Front Tyre Size

165/70 R14
175/60 R15

Rear Tyre Size

165/70 R14
175/60 R15

Wheels

Steel rims
Steel rims with wheel covers

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Steering Adjust type

–
Manual

Steering Adjust

–
Tilt

4 Wheel Steer

–

Spare Wheel

–
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3655 mm
3813 mm

Width

1620 mm
1684 mm

Height

1675 mm
1535 mm

Wheelbase

2435 mm
2400 mm

Kerb Weight

855 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

335 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
168 mm

Comfort

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Sunroof

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Rear Parcel Tray

Powered Tailgate

Bluetooth Connectivity

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Keyless Entry

Climate Control

Manual
1-zone

Cruise Control

12 Volt Port

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Launch Control

–

Interior Lamps

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Storage

–

Heated ORVM

–

12 Volt Port Boot

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Glove Box

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Dead Pedal

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

–
Fully Digital

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Driving Modes

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

–

Ambient Lighting

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Remote Locking

–

Auto Parking

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Rear AC Vents

–

Push Button Start

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

–
Driver Window Only

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Safety

Side Airbag

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor

Rear Washer/Wiper

Seat Belt Warning

Airbags

6
6

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Door Ajar Warning

Passenger Airbag

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Overspeed Warning

Central Locking

Child Safety Lock

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Curtain Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Manual
Manual

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Driver Airbag

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Dashcam

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

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Warning Only

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Traction Control

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Parking Camera

–
360 degree

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Brake Fade Support

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Video Recording

–

Heads Up Display

–

Rear Defogger

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

High Beam Assist

–

Exterior

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Headlight Type

Halogen
LED

Front Fog Lamps

ORVM turn indicators

Antenna

Shark Fin

Body Coloured Bumpers

Scuff Plates

–

LED DRLs

–

Rub Strips

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Projector Headlamps

–

Connected LED

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

LED taillights

–

LED headlamps

–

LED fog lamps

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Stop Lamp

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Spoiler

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Daytime Running Lights

–
LED

Interior

Average Fuel Consumption

Tachometer

Digital

Distance to Empty

Shift Indicator

Low Fuel Level Warning

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Seat Count

5
5

Trip Meter

–

Gear Indicator

–

Average Speed

–

Speedometer

–
Digital

Head-up Display

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Ventilated Seats

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Massage Seats

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Ottoman Seats

–

Heated Seats

–

Rear Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Material

–
Premium-fabric

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Entertainment

Display

7-inch Touchscreen
10.25 -inch Touchscreen

AUX Input

Speakers

4
4

Video Player

–

Voice Commands

–

USB Input

–

Branded Music System

–

Web Browser

–

MirrorLink

–

Touchpad

–

Android Auto

–
Wireless

Wireless Phone Charging

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Audio System

–

Satellite Navigation

–
Phone-based

Apple CarPlay

–
Wireless

Front USB port

–
Type A and Type C

CD Player

–

Gesture Controls

–

Inbuilt Music App

–

Front Passenger Screen

–

Connected Car Features

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

In Car Payment

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Phone App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Location Based Services

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Summon Mode

–

SOS Button

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Driving Analytics

–

App Details

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Questions you may find useful

•5d

Hello Autocar India Team, I live in Noida, UP, and I am a first-time car buyer. My budget is around Rs. 5-9 lakh, and I am also a new driver. I am looking for an AMT hatchback that is fuel-efficient, offers good space and comfort for occasional trips, is easy to drive, and has low maintenance costs. I have shortlisted the following cars within my budget: - Maruti Suzuki Wagon R AMT - Renault Kwid AMT - Maruti Suzuki Celerio AMT - Tata Tiago AMT Which car would be the best for my requirements? Also, will E20 fuel really damage the engine or reduce the mileage of new cars? Please explain.

Verified
•5d

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 1.2 AMT. As a first-time buyer in Noida with a Rs 5-9 lakh budget, the Wagon R is the most sensible choice. This Maruti Suzuki car is extremely easy to drive, has a tall-boy design that gives you excellent visibility and a comfortable seating position, and offers genuinely good space for a small family. The AMT is smooth enough for city use, and Maruti’s service network and low maintenance costs make ownership hassle-free. It is also one of the most fuel-efficient cars in the segment, which keeps running costs low.The Tata Tiago AMT is the better car to drive, with a more solid feel and better ride quality, but it does not match the Wagon R for ease of ownership, service reach or fuel efficiency. The Celerio AMT is also a good option, but the Wagon R’s taller cabin, more powerful 1.2-litre engine option and better rear seat space make it the more practical choice. On E20, there is no need to worry. All new cars are engineered to handle E20 fuel, and while you may see a slight drop in fuel efficiency, it will not ruin the engine. The impact is minor and not a reason to avoid buying a new car.

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