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For six years at a stretch we have the Maruti Suzuki WagonR as India's second best selling model. That speaks of how strong the marketplace is for the model. What more can the car maker do than getting an enhanced version of the same model? Yes, the WagonR has entered the market with its new looks, and most importantly, a new K series that is compliant with the new emission norms implemented in the country.
The first WagonR entered India in 1999 and over 850,000 units have been sold since then. The new car was then known for possessing India's first ever tall-boy design. The car is now famous as the Blue-Eyed Boy. The alluring blue tint in the new WagonR's eyes gives the car that name. This car is back to rock the Indian road with its enhanced muscular design and advanced features. The new WagonR appeals to the young and old alike.
Coming to the engine, the 998cc 3-cylinder K-Series engine of the new WagonR delivers a power of 68 bhp @ 6200 rpm and maximum torque of 90Nm @ 3500 rpm. The refined K 10B engine is believed to offer better performance along with better mileage. The car delivers an overall mileage of 18.9 kmpl which is quite impressive. In fact, it is one of the best in the mid-A2 segment of cars.
The dynamic 3-point suspension geometry in the Maruti WagonR ensures superior ride and handling and this car comes with the new cable-type transmission. The 5-speed manual transmission allows for crisp and accurate gear shifts. The headlights with the blue sparkle are bigger and the windshield too has become larger. There's chrome accentuation everywhere.
The "V" shape on the WagonR's front is now more prominent. The sloping roof and the upright rear give the car a vibrant look. Like the headlights and windshield, the wheels too have grown in size. The bumper has become wider. There's the chrome plate in the rear making it look like a premium car. In the interiors, the most admirable aspect is the space. The increased overall length and wheelbase have increased the roominess and the larger cabin space has increased leg-room for all passengers.
The WagonR has comes with the best-in-class legroom and can accommodate 5 people with ease. The doors are large enough allowing for easy entry and exit. Safety is not a matter of concern with the new WagonR. It comes with more frontal impact absorbing area as the distance between steering wheel and front bumper is increased. Also to be noted, the Vxi variant is equipped with front and rear fog lamps, rear wiper and washer, rear defogger, duel horn, and comes is packed with safety features like airbags and ABS option.
