Maruti Suzuki India on Friday launched the Alto K10 with S-CNG technology in the VXI trim level at INR 594,500, ex-showroom, India.
With the new offering, the brand offers 13 S-CNG models, including Alto, S-Presso, WagonR, Eeco, Celerio, Swift, Dzire, Ertiga, Baleno, XL6, Super Carry and Tour S.
Powered by the next-gen K-Series 1.0L dual jet, dual VVT engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, the Alto K10’s powertrain features dual-interdependent ECUs and produces a peak power output of 41.7kW (56.69PS) at 5,300RPM and max torque of 82.1Nm at 3,400 RPM in CNG mode.
Conceptualised, designed, and developed at the company’s research and development facility, the suspension setup of the Alto K10 S-CNG has been calibrated to the updated powertrain to enhance ride quality, comfort, and safety, a press release from Maruti Suzuki noted.
Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India, noted that the Alto continued to be the best-selling vehicle in the country for 16 consecutive years.
He added that the company has sold over one million S-CNG vehicles so far, which has helped save over one million tonne of CO2 emissions.
“The addition of S-CNG to the popular Alto K10 will allow further widespread adoption of our environment-friendly technology. Our S-CNG range is specially designed, developed, and manufactured at our facilities to suit Indian driving conditions,” he added.
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