The Complete Look – Maruti Alto 800

Year 2000 saw a big launch by Maruti Suzuki in the form of a would be Brand -Alto. The car was an entry level hatchback priced a little higher than the then flagship model of Maruti – The Maruti 800.

The Fifth generation, Indian built version of Alto had better looks, add on features like Power Steering, Power Assisted Brakes, an Over Drive 6^th gear which lead it to become India’s largest selling car, the crown which it enjoys till date since year 2006 .

Change is law of nature and Alto too saw various face-lifts and re-launches. In 2001, Vxi model which had odd 1000 cc engine under its hood and produced 64 Hp was launched, to be discontinued sooner than later.

In year 2006 after 6 years of launch and to celebrate the five lakh on road Altos, Maruti launched Limited Addition new variant Alto Xfun which came with additional features like two tone interiors, wheels caps, and body graphics to name a few.

Year 2012, come 16^th Oct and Indian roads will be hit by yet new hatchback named Alto 800. It can be seen as synergy of the outgoing Alto and the one time India’s favorite Maruti 800. 

Let’s see what the new Alto 800 has in the offering:-

Exteriors

 

The new Alto 800 LX comes with Black Colour Bumpers with Front Grill and Bumper as a single unit. Head Light assembly looks inspired from Hyundai i10.