Compact Car Showdown: Wagon R, i20, and Grand i10 Nios See Price Drops on ACKO Drive
For those planning to purchase either of these models, there is some good news. For the month of June, ACKO Drive is offering massive discounts on these cars, making them more affordable. Let's take a closer look at these price drops and also explore the cars' performance.
ACKO Drive Price Drops: June Special Discounts The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comes at a price range of ₹5.80 lakhs to ₹ 8.03 lakhs (on-road price in Delhi). There are a total of 18 variants of the hatchback. ACKO Drive is offering a discount of ₹ 74,000 on the Wagon R.
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios sits comfortably in the middle with a price bracket of ₹ 6.66 lakhs to ₹ 9.52 lakhs (on-road price in Delhi) for its 15 variants. With ACKO Drive's June offer, buyers can enjoy a discount of ₹ 1 lakh, making it almost equal to the Wagon R.
The Hyundai i20 is priced at ₹ 8.04 lakhs to ₹ 12.81 lakhs (on-road price in Delhi), which falls in the slightly higher range of hatchbacks, especially among the three. The 11 variants have well-distributed features, ensuring that even those opting for the base variant have a well-equipped car. With ACKO Drive's June discount, buyers can benefit from a significant price drop. The discount buyers can avail on this premium hatchback is ₹ 1,20,000.
The Hatchback Design: Difference in Looks The Wagon R is a tall-boy, boxy-shaped car that stresses utility rather than style. Its upright position has excellent headroom. The dynamic alloy wheels, dual-tone exterior, and floating roof design add a hint of sportiness. The i20 has a classy and sporty look. It has got bold character lines, a Parametric jewel pattern grille, and sleek head lamps that are ideal for urban flair. The Stylish Z-shaped LED tail lamps and diamond-cut alloy wheels complete the look.
The Grand i10 Nios is in the middle with its compact, rounded appearance and new design elements. It gets a contemporary grille, diamond-cut alloys, and LED DRLs, which look charming. All in all, the i20 presents the most premium-looking car, the i10 Nios appeals to the youth, and the Wagon R is more functional than stylish in its appeal.
Interestingly, while these hatchbacks continue to rule the budget-friendly market, car buyers looking for a futuristic design paired with electric innovation may find the Tata Curvv EV an exciting upcoming option in the crossover segment.
Powertrain Offerings: What's Under the Hood Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has two petrol engine choices, each providing varying degrees of performance and efficiency. The smaller 1.0L petrol engine has a displacement of 998 cc, whereas the more robust 1.2L petrol engine sports a higher displacement of 1197 cc. The 1.0L K10C generates 65.71bhp@5500rpm and torque of 89Nm@3500rpm. The K12N petrol engine offers 88.50bhp@6000rpm of power and 113Nm@4400rpm torque. Mileage ranges from 23.56 km/l to 24.35 km/l. There is also a CNG option available with the 998 cc engine. It has a mileage offering of 34.05 km/kg. It has two transmission choices: a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT.
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios has a 1197 cc 1.2-litre petrol engine that produces a power of 81 bhp and 114 Nm of torque. It's small but powerful engine offers adequate performance and fuel efficiency. The CNG versions of the hatchback also use the same 1.2-litre petrol engine but with different power outputs of 68 bhp and 95 Nm of torque. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is equipped with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automated manual transmission. The petrol MT variants have a mileage of 18 km/l, the petrol AMT variants offer 16 km/l, and the CNG variants have a mileage of 27 km/kg.
The Hyundai i20 has a 1197 cc 1.2L 4-cylinder petrol engine. It has 5-speed manual and IVT automatic transmission options. The manual variants offer 16 km/l of mileage, and the automatic variants offer 20 km/l. The 1.2 l Kappa petrol offers a power of 82bhp@6000rpm and torque of 114.7Nm@4200rpm.
A Quick Glance at the Features Maruti Suzuki Wagon R impresses with lots of interior space and simple features such as a 7-inch infotainment system and six airbags. It is functional without being premium. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios features a high-quality interior, soft-touch material, wireless charger, rear AC vents, and six airbags. It is perfect in comfort and convenience. The Hyundai i20 is equipped with a long list of features in the upscale interior, digital cluster, and safety features such as ESC and fatigue monitor. It offers the best experience of all three. Overall, Wagon R is utilitarian, Nios is high on value, and i20 sets the pace in technology and safety.
Conclusion Comparing the original prices, discounts, and features, the Grand i10 Nios definitely stands out as a promising choice. It is priced under 10 lakhs and offers functional features and a stable and balanced ride quality, perfect for city streets. The Wagon R and i20 are also excellent options, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable ride. Buyers can consider their personal taste and driving needs to make the right pick among the three.
Disclaimer: The discounts and promotional offers mentioned in this blog are valid only for June 2025. All price reductions are subject to vehicle availability and stock levels on the ACKO Drive platform. Offers may vary by location and are applicable only while stocks last. ACKO Drive reserves the right to modify or discontinue these offers without prior notice. For the most current pricing and availability, please visit the ACKO Drive website. Terms and conditions apply.
(Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PRNewswire and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
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