Maruti Suzuki is a brand that has been synonymous with making affordable, dependable and fuel efficient cars in India. The Alto 800 has been the darling of Indian car buyers, among all its models.
From new car users to the car crazy enthusiasts, the high quality car parts speak the same language. And today in 2025, Maruti’s given this legendary hatchback a new lease of life with a new design, smart features, and a big leap in the fuel efficiency ride.
The new Maruti Alto 800 is not a mild facelift, but a full fledged makeover. It looks bolder now, feels a lot more premium and there are many features that people earlier only found in the upper segment cars.
Additionally, the model offers a hefty fuel economy 35 KMPL and is one of the most fuel efficient petrol cars in the country. Here’s more on why the new Alto 800 is a step-change in the entry-level hatchbacks.
Next-Level Features in a Budget Hatchback
Maruti has to everyone’s shock loaded the new Alto 800 with intelligent features which are hardly heard off in low-end hatchback. Slide behind the wheel, and the first thing you see is the completely reimagined dashboard, with a floating touchscreen infotainment system.
It even works with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, so navigation, music and calling apps are within reach. The new digital instrument cluster is a modern touch and the steering wheel mounted controls lend it a premium feel.
The seats are also better bolstered, and Maruti have included dual tone upholstery to give the cabin a sense of freshness and vibrancy. Higher grades now get equipment such as power windows, central locking, reverse parking sensors, USB charging socket and day-night rearview mirror.
In terms of comfort too, the new Alto 800 provides more than noticeable legroom and headroom for a car in this category. Rear seats are slightly wider, so it can be chosen for small families. A smart fusion of practicality and tech means Maruti has had the new Alto 800 tailor-fit for the requirements of today’s urban buyers.
Unbelievable 35 KMPL Mileage
Fuel efficiency has been Alto’s strong point from the start and Maruti has upped the bar further with this new model. Efficiency The new 796cc engine stays true to its original DNA of maximising performance from every drop of fuel, while discovering new improved efficiencies.
The result the new Alto 800 gives an amazing mileage of 24.7 km/l, under the ideal driving conditions. This also makes the new Alto one of the most fuel-affable petrol cars in the country. Whether commuting in the city or taking off on longer rides, this car offers huge savings on fuel.
The enhanced 5-speed manual transmission provides smooth shifts while the engine responds efficiently at all speeds. Maruti might also launch an AMT (automatic) version soon to cater to urban customers who want the convenience of an auto gearbox yet do not want the mileage to go down drastically.
Engine Performance and Ride Quality
Where the Alto 800 is predominantly about fuel efficiency, with performance and driveability not ignored, Maruti hasn’t neglected performance and driveability.
The new model is equipped with the same 3-cyclinder petrol engine but it is made smoother and more responsive. The throttle response is better adapted for city driving, and the light clutch makes for an easy time driving in traffic.
The suspension has been modified for more comfort especially over bad roads and speed breakers. The steering is on the light side, which is great for city driving and narrow parking spaces.
Despite being a small car, Alto 800 gives a composed and stable ride at city speeds. It’s no road rocket, no performance machine, but it does not promise more than it can deliver: an easy, budget-friendly way to get from A to B.
Peace of Mind with Safety Upgrades
Safety, safety is also one of the segments where Maruti has done commendable job on this car. The car is now equipped with dual airbags as standard feature on all the range. In addition to that, it gets the requirement of the hour.
The safety requirements starting from ABS with EBD, seat belt reminders, high-speed alert and rear parking sensors in order to comply with the today’s safety norms.
The body shell is reinforced in order to conform to more stringent crash safety norms, and the car has already fulfilled internal crash tests in vendetta to give additional protection to passengers. It might not come with advanced driver assistance systems, but it gets the job done for the entry-level cohort, enough steering confidence in Indian roads.
Price and Variants
One of the major advantages towards the new Maruti Alto 800 is the fact that it still remains quite an affordable car. Maruti have managed to price the car extremely competitively, considering everything new that comes along.
It is expected to have a starting price of around ₹3.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and its top-end model with all the new features could be priced at ₹5.5 lakh.
Poor man’s car This, therefore, makes the Alto 800 one of the most value-for-money cars in the Indian market today. It’s also a great option for first time car-shoppers, students, small families and even those living on the outskirts of the city that require a reliable and low maintenance vehicle.
Conclusion
It’s not just a facelift this 2025 Maruti Alto 800 though. It’s a whole new shape of fun, with all the smart features you enjoy combined with a whole new look. You read that right Maruti has actually improved on its most well-loved hatch without climbing so far up the ladder that it has lost that original key of affordability and common sense.
Whether it be the first or a second car, the new Alto 800 is definitely a perfect choice. It is stylish, smart, safe and super fuel-efficient everything an Indian buyer desires in a perfect city car.