I still remember seeing the first Alto in my neighborhood years ago. It wasn’t flashy, but it had something most families in India wanted: affordability, reliability and that unmatched mileage. Fast forward to 2025 and Maruti has given the humble Alto K10 a serious upgrade. This isn’t just the car you buy because it’s cheap to run. It now feels like the kind of car you’d actually be proud to own.

Safety Takes the Front Seat

When I first read that the new Alto K10 comes with six airbags as standard I had to do a double take. In a budget hatchback that’s unheard of. Step inside and you immediately get that sense of reassurance. Feeling that you and your loved ones are protected by curtain, side and front airbags brings a deeper sense of security. Add to that ABS, EBD, ESP and rear parking sensors and suddenly the small Alto feels a lot bigger in responsibility.

Mileage That Feels Almost Unreal

Every time I’ve driven an Alto the biggest grin comes when I realize how little fuel it sips. The new K10 takes it up another notch. The petrol manual returns 24.39 kmpl, the AGS automatic offers 24.90 kmpl, and the CNG model? A jaw dropping 33.85 km/kg. That’s the kind of number that makes you pause especially with today’s fuel prices. Imagine driving through the chaos of Indian cities knowing your fuel tank is hardly emptying.

Fresh Looks, Familiar Comfort

On the outside the new honeycomb grille and sharper headlamps make it look far more modern. Slide into the cabin and the higher trims welcome you with a 7-inch touchscreen featuring Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It’s not just about looks, things like the digital speedometer and steering mounted controls make the everyday drive feel a little more premium.

Price That Still Hits the Sweet Spot

Price starts at ₹4.23 lakh and goes up to ₹6.21 lakh for the top-end CNG. With festive offers and dealer schemes added to the mix it’s even more tempting for first time buyers.

The Alto K10 has long been the people’s car and with these upgrades it feels as though Maruti has delivered a gift box of safety, efficiency and practicality all at a price we can actually afford.