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When I bought my car, I did a comparison of the available choices. Many friends have been asking me my views on the Hyundai Santro Vs. Maruti Suzuki Wagon-R since these are the most sought after. Both are very popular hatchbacks sold in India. Here are some of my thoughts.
Hyundai being the underdogs is always the first to offer better features such as MPFI engine and ABS. They also tend to be more aggressive and Maruti dealers have the take it or leave it attitude.
Maruti has a bigger service network and the cost of spares it cheaper.
Both cars are tall boy model and have high seating. This add to driving/seating comfort and makes it easy for people to get in and get out.
Here is the comparison.
Santro Pros:
- Better Looks (as compared to Wagon-R).
- More comfortable to Drive.
- Better Service.
- Better Pickup.
- Provision for 4 speakers, Wagon-R has provision for only 2.
- Perceived to be more expensive.
- Air conditioning more effective hence cooling is better.
- Ability to adjust the side view mirrors from inside.
- Seat belts for 5 passengers, Wagon-R has only 4. Santro is also approved for 5 people and Wagon-R has got approval for only 4 passengers. Not that anyone ever checks but still.
Wagon-R Pros:
- Better resale value.
- Cheaper cost of spares.
- Bigger service network than Hyundai.
- Slightly more fuel efficient. Although now Santro has new eRLX engine which is suppose to have improved mileage.
- Better Engine and electronic power steering.
- Cheaper.
- Option for Airbags (only available in the top of the line model).
- Slightly more leg space and better comfort for tall people.
- The seats can be dropped completed to create a bed or even a double bed. Useful while traveling and someone can sleep.
I also suggest that irrespective of which car you decide to buy, don’t compromise on safety. Pay that extra for ABS and Airbags (only in Wagon-R).
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Hi all,
I went to book the Santro Automatic model (AT) after doing my homework. I detest gears and have always owned AT 2-wheelers. The driving experience is more important for me rather than being in control of the vehicle. The dealer himself suggested that the AT model would give me low mileage of around 9 kms per liter and maintenance would be high. He said it was good only for US roads. I booked the XO but when I came back home and thought about it, I feel I should go for the AT instead. Mileage is not very important for me as I work from home and have to visit office which is a 5-minute drive from my house only once or twice a month. I have read many useful tips here about how to extract more mileage out of the AT by using the gear wisely and using special additives and oil. I cant imagine myself driving a manual vehicle and switching gears every minute and pushing the clutch. But the bias against AT is so big here in India that you feel you are committing a crime by purchasing a AT vehicle. One of my colleagues even told me that AT was only for handicapped people! My thinking is that since I dont have much travelling except on weekends going out with family and that too, only nearby, and since a relaxed driving experience is more important for me, I should cancel my XO booking and book the AT instead. I know if the vehicle has some techinical problem, the bill will be huge, but I am a cautious drivers and user. Also, I dont think manual will give a new driver like me more than 12 kms per liter in the city, but I can squeeze atleast 10 kms per liter from an AT. I dont mind the loss of 2 kms per liter for the trouble am going to save.
So are there any AT supporters here who have managed to squeeze out good mileage from their ATs and have low maintenance problems? Lets hear it for AT!
Indian_driver
Hi all.
Seems the AT has few takers or everyone is too soaked in rain to post! Well, I cancelled my Santro XO booking and have booked the Santro AT instead. The funny part was that the dealer kept warning me to go for a manual! I think Hyundai and other companies really ned to start changing the attitude of their employees towards AT vehicles. No wonder AT sales have dropped over last year. While almost 100% Santro AT owners on forums seem completely happy with their cars and do not mind slightly compromising on fuel efficiency for a better driving experience, Hyundai’s dealers themselves are discouraging customers from purchasing ATs. Like Kinetic and Honda kicked manual 2-wheelers out of the market (Bajaj has stoped manufacturing geared scooters), there will be more ATs out there in 5 years time. It just needs to be marketed properly. Once the concept gains acceptance and people understand the enhanced driving experience of an AT, manual will surely become less popular.
I got a cash discount of around Rs. 26000 but this includes the insurance that they would have paid. The interest rate is 12.5%. I have to make a DP of around 78000. The total car cost comes to around 4,23000 excluding the music system which I plan to fit myself, Max security system with reverse horn, dark Garware film RTO approved, floor mats, dicky mat, engine light, streering cover, car freshner, small ganesha idol. I will be asking them to do a teflon and anti rust coating. I want to get spoiler fitted but the original costs around 7500 and the one in the market costs 2500 – a big difference. I think Ill go for the market one as there is no difference between both and its just a decorative piece really. I chose the Real Earth colour. About seat covers, I would like to go for good quality, thick, luxurious jaquard covers whch Ill choose the cloth and get them stiched. I do want to get a safety guard fitted in tteh front but the dealer says it is unnecessary and many say it spoils the look of the car. But I feel its better to be safe than to be sorry. I plan to take delivery on Ganesh Chaturthi. Will keep posting about the performance. Thanks for your great posts here. They have been crucial in my decision making process.
Regards
Indian_driver
I am in dilemma whether to buy Wagon R duo, or Wagon R Vxi or Santro XO,XL. Am looking from fuel effeciency and comfort point of view. Could your expertise/experience say something?
I was keen on buying the Santro, but now with the option of the WagonR Duo I am awaiting more reviews on the same.Whats the review on the new entry in the Maruti stable. My primary usage will be about 25 kms on weekdays and around 200 kms on weekends. My weekend getaways include another 4 of my friends, so do u think it is spacious enough. Any idea what the mileage is when the LPG is used? If any1 from Pune please tell me the LPG stations in Pune?
Hi
I am planning to buy a New WagonR. Pl advice me whether to go for WR-Vxi or WR-Lxi Duo. I just went through the broacher in website, some of the new futures including Safety futures are not available in Lxi Duo.
Have they taken sufficient safety masseurs in Lxi Deo with regards to LPG. Who much more mileage we can get while using LPG when compared to petrol. Is there any huge difference?
I found the difference in width also Vxi (1490mm) Lxi Duo (1475mm) will it make any sense?
Kindly advice me which one to go for. I am looking at safety and mileage point of view.
Thanks in advance
Ramesh
Bangalore
rameshlak26@yahoo.com
Hi ! I bought the Wagon R Lxi a month ago and am enjoying the experience thoroughly! Great suspension, good mileage (12-13 in Mumbai city with AC intermittently used), great space (we’re just a family of 3), adjustable rear seat to make room for luggage on long trips, and above all, JAPANESE engine (not Korean, which is close to CHINESE [yuck!]). Electronic Power Steering is a dream, and I prefer the old look compared to the ‘Duo’ look – the back looks a tad better though. That’s all they do, move the number place from below to the hatchback……..and back. It made the Petra (Sienna) look good, the Zen look good…… Besides, destiny helped me choose, no matter how hard I tried, I never reached the Hyundai Dealer, even though they are pretty close to my house…….something or the other would come up. Contrast this with 3 Maruti dealerships I visited…… and got a whopping discount of Rs. 48000/-!!! (just before Wagon R got a new look) The dealers did try their best to sell me a lemon called “Zen”…….. didn’t have a chance! All aluminium engine is fine compared to cast iron of the Wagon R………but I wouldnt want my bottom scraping the road……more so the potholes.
Wagon R comes definitely recommded!
Hi Indian Driver,
Saw your comments on the Santro AT. I have also been inclined for an AT considering the chaotic traffic conditions in most Indian cities. I understand from a friend in Bangalore who has been using the AT for a few years now that he does manage to get 10-11 kmpl in the city.
I too am likely to go for an AT in Hyderbad but the offers I have are in the range of 4.5-4.6 L (on-road) – free insurance, Remote lock, MP3, teflon coating, mats are the freebees. was wondering whether u have included life tax which works out to some 37K in your price?
Thanks
regards
Kumar
WR Duo seems to be 60 kg heavier than the normal WR. Even though MUL is saying 10% more fuel efficiency. i wonder !!!
I am planning to take WR-D, but the dealers in Bangalore are saying 10 weeks delivery time (Sagar and Mandovi). But in these 10 weeks, new Zen is going to be launched and also the 2nd generation 1.3 cc multi diesel engine of Fiat is going to be ready to go in Swift, Indica and Palio.
Mileage/fuel consumption is the key words for me (and quite a lot of people) to purchase a vehicle. The step MUL has taken to make a passenger car with LPG is a very appreciating. I reckon Hyundai shall also take considerable step.
In the blog some people have put their views very finely about the +’s and -‘s of WR and Santro.
Both are at par. WR is good on high speed and for fuel efficiency. WR’s blind spot because of front ‘A’ channel, wonder people knew this. Excellent vehicle know how and service network
Santro is good for within city driving.
Hey man,
I got a new wagon r duo and can you believe , it is giving me 50 KMPL.
What a fuel saving car is this !
I am very much delighted with WAGON R DUO.
Thanks Maruti.
Mr. Indian Driver You have choosen the right car Santro AT. I assure you you are going to get 10+ km/lit. Most of the people in india thought that the AT cars for handicapped peoples only.The main thing is comfort.
Suzuki is only known for making small cars.Whereas hyundai is worldwide popular in making all types of cars.Actually Hyundai is not only a car maker company.It’s including 12 companies.They are largest ship aking company in the world.So get out of that korean japenese thoughts.
Ram_Blore….go for Wagon R Vxi…not sure about the Duo though…but i guess there are very few LPG stations here in Blore…and if you want to wait for 3-4 months…then only you can actually make the correct decision on what you buy, because the Duo review is still not out in the market.How much extral mileage it gives and what r the other benefits…but Lxi u dont have all the safety features and other features u get in Vxi…why do u want to miss on them with an extral 2-3 kms extra mileage…I guess u wont drive 200 kms every week…is that so ?
Indian_driver….congrats on ur new car…though i dont know about ur decision …as it is totally urs….u have only asked questions and answered them urself only….that leaves us with no other choice 🙂 enjoy riding AT on Indian Roads and traffic….keep us updated on the maintenance part pls.
Hi!
Have you noticed those little OVAL quality control stickers on the wind shield of the Santro (right bottom corner).
It so happens that my car came with little ROUND quality control stickers!!
I ahve looked at many cars but none seem to have ROUND stickers (only OVAL)!!
Any ideas why the difference?
Hi all,
Kumar, the price includes insurance of around 15K and registration charges of around 30K. I dont think it cludes life time tax. I will have to pay it every year.
Ajay,
Thanks for your encouraging comments. I think we Indians really do need to get rid of mindsets like “automatic gears are for the west and handicapped people” or “Korean companies are inferior to Japanese companies”. All have their pros and cons. American company IBM sold its PC division to Lenovo of China. Does that mean IBM PCs are now cheap junk? Many people dont’ realize that the big Japanese and American companies actually dont manufacture their products in their own countries. Suzuki may be sourcing quite a number of components from Korea or Thailand. You cant compete with the Koreans by manufacturing everything in Japan which would make them too highly priced as the cost of labour in Japan is much much higher. So does that make Suzuki a cheap Korean company? I recently purchased a 1 ton AC from the leading US AC company Carrier. Williams Carrier invented the AC actually. Their 1 ton AC is manufactured in the Philiphines. I doubt whether Carrier would outsource to a developing nation if that country couldnt meet its quality standards. So ultimately, its all about a company and not from where the company comes from. Borders just dont count aymore.
Rajiban,
Ha! That was funny, yeah I did answer all my own questions I suppose. Probably trying to convince myself I tok the right decision because everyone else was telling me I was wrong. Ill definetly keep you posted on teh Santro AT’s performance, especially average and maintenance.
Regards to all
Indian_driver
Hi All! I m thorougly confused b/w Wagon R and Santro erlx. My driving is very limited. its only for passion that i want to buy car on my own. my hubby is 6’1” so has to go in for tall car. what i have noticed is that when u pull the driver seat back the leg space for the person sitting behind is very less in Santro. no idea about WR. suggest which car to go in for. I will be buying it within 2 months time
Manisha
Thanks Indian Driver for your response.
In some states such as AP and TN one doesn’t have an option to pay the road tax on an annual basis. Life tax actually is quite a rip-off because if one moves from one state to another one has to pay the tax again in the new state and try and recover the balance due to you from your earlier state of residence.
I too think that AT is under-appreciated in India. With running costs being the prime driver in making a purchase decision, AT cars invariably are not on most people’s radar. The other issue that crops up is the higher maintenance cost of an AT. I suspect this too is an India problem resulting from poor infrastructure that the cars have to put up with (if only they made better use of the life tax one paid when acquiring the car !!). Despite these I will also likely go for the AT. At some point in time when volumes go up maybe it will help drive down costs.
On the issue of Korean vs Japanese, it might be worth remembering that Samsung, a very Korean company, is a case study at Harvard for being one of the most innovative companies in recent times. Samsung’s growth over the past decade has been amazing. Hyundai has been competing in the extremely competitive US markets for well over a decade. I presume it has honed its AT version well over the years (obviously Santro’s 4 speed AT would not compare well with either the City or the Civic’s 5 speed variants but for a small car it serves the purpose). I have realized from talking to some people who have dissuaded me from going for an AT, that its their experience with the Zen AT’s low fuel efficiency (it seems it gave 6-7 kmpl) that they had a mental block against AT. I think the Zen had a 3 speed AT. I am sure as demand increases, we will likely see better AT vehicles in India. Till then, in the B segment, cheers to the Santro 🙂
Great posts by Indian Driver and Kumar about Auto X’mission cars. Do you or anybody know why would it cost more to maintain AT car? BTW, Indian_Driver, did that dealer show you a side-by-side comparison of Santro AT & MT maintenance cost?
I just hope that, in urban/metro areas of our country people will soon realize driving comfort of Auto X’mission cars. Here in this country, Life is too complicated already why make DRIVING part of it.
Regards,
Manoj
I would like to go for Santro xing XO. I wish to know about the Music system and speaker configuration most preferable for this model. Please advise. JBL, Sony Xplod or Pioneer which will you select as an expert in this area
Hi Mr.Rajiban,
Thanks for your precious comment; I do accept it since WR-D is the 1st in its class coming up with Duo fuel system. We have to wait and see its efficiency. Of course dealers in Bangalore are saying the delivery time will be minimum 50-60 days for WR-Duo..
Hello Mr. Raj Khatri
Are u really sure that your WagonR Duo gives 50 KMPL? If so…by oversight Maruti should have fitted HeroHonda Splendor engine to your Car…any way enjoy…
Regards
Ramesh
Can any one suggest a compatible audio system and speaker for santro.
I prefer pioneer system. Please help me in deciding a good combination of system and speakers( would be thankful if you mention with model numbers ) If you can guide me through Pioneer sysytem +pioneer speaker and pioneer system with some other company speaker it would be fine.
Thanks in advance
Hi Vineet,
Recently i came to know from a Maruti dealer that there are only four LPG stations in Pune, 1 in Nagar Road, 1 in Hinjewadi and don’t know about the other two.
Hi All,
Got a news that Santro is phasing out its hit model Santo Xing eRLX and is coming up with a new model DUO just like Wagon R by this year end…Earlier Santro phased out its Tall Boy Model Santro Zip Drive when it was the top selling model around 5- 6 yrs ago.Good for us….let the car giants fight amoung themselves to capture the market and we get good options to buy:-)
Hi Suniljith ,
Go for Sony XPlod…crystal clear sound…it will cost u around 15k approx with 4 speakers …but if u want r looking out for a budget and want to stick to 10k…go for a mix n match with Pioneer System and Sony speakers….options are urs now 🙂
Hi All,
I am 6’2″ and planning to buy a new car. My budget matches the Santro XO and Wagon R (New) VXi.
Hyundai is giving a free MP3 player with the XO, which Maruti is not as the new model has recently been launched. However, the features in WagonR (New) are more compared to the XO like tachometer, OVRM etc.
A few questions:
I am not concerned with the looks, my only concerns are:
– Engine quality and long engine life
– Safety features
– Seating 3 at the back
They claim the new WagonR is a 5-seater, can it accommodate 3 in the rear seat?
Do you think it is worth to pay the extra money for a music system and buy the WR – keeping in mind the safety features?
Some say, no problems occur in the Santro up to 100,000KMs whereas Maruti/Suzuki start having problems after 60,000-75,000KMs.
I am totally confused…please assist.
Thanks,
HD
Hi
I am planning to buy a Santro xing XL model either from delhi or haryana.
can you please tell me if it is suitable for city driving and sometimes longdrive (not all the times)?
Is there any scheme on this model in the NCR?
plz help!
Thanks
Manoj,
I didnt get any comparison from the dealer though he said that the maintenance would be more, like for instance more frequent change of oil filter. But one other used car dealer who is a freind of mine assured me that the AT would make a hole in my pocket only if I screwed up very badly and the gear box needed repairs because it is an imported one. The rest is the same about AT and manual. There is no difference except for the gear box.
Honestly, I need to keep one foot on the brake if I have to feel safe driving. I cant use one leg for stepping on the clutch as well as the brake. I am learning driving on a manual Santro and I am quite comfortable with changing gears now, but my whole driving changes when I tell my instructor to manage the clutch and the gears. With one foot on the brake and teh other on the accelerator, I find I can concentrate only on driving and nothing else and drive like a pro. With the manual shifting, I am uneasy, hesitate to step on the gas and become over cautious. It just kills the joy of driving for me.
I just came back from the dealer after making the final payment. Got a car cover thrown in as well. Had a spoiler fitted, opted for teflon and anti rust coating, side window protector, did not go for body colour bumpers. I know body colour bumpers look good but I felt Rs. 6000 was a bit too much. I went for tubeless tyres which Hyundai gives for Rs 4500 for 5 tyres in exchange for the new tyres. Now no more worrying about air pressure and getting a puncture on the highway with your family in the car.
Does anyone know if tubeles tyres have any side effects like lower average or handling issues? I can still tell him to fit the standard tyres as delivery is more than a week away.
Thanks all
indian_driver
Hi all,
I found this encouraging piece on tubeless tyres. Seems shelling out extra money for them might ust be worth it:
“Radial tyres already offer considerable protection from punctures compared to the earlier bias-ply tyres. Tubeless tyres are a step further in terms of ride comfort and protection from punctures. As tubeless tyres are bereft of a tube, loss of air from the tyres in the event of a puncture is not as sudden as could be the case in a radial tyre and tube combo. Tubeless tyres also do not suffer from the inherent weakness or sensitivity that a tube’s valve comes with. In most cases, you will be able to drive down to the nearest service station or mechanic to swap the tyre, if you detect a puncture in a tubeless tyre.
In addition to this advantage, tubeless tyres also offer other benefits such as quicker steering response, better lateral stability, improved cornering ability, better road grip and speed, and improves the looks of the car as a whole. The ride becomes softer, quieter and more comfortable. Shocks and vibrations are absorbed at the tyre level. The tyre does not heat up. Tubeless tyres may improve the fuel average of your car. They have a rounder profile and offer less rolling resistance. A tubeless tyre is easier to repair than a tube. Special kits allow the driver to repair the tyre almost painlessly.
Happy driving!
indian_driver
Hi all,
I am going to buy my first car. I got the budget of 3-4 lacs. two cars Wagon R and santro are in my mind but i am not able to decide.My problem have increased with the launch of Wagon R DUO. My priorities are safty,fuel efficiency and confort. I request experienced guys to suggest
Hi Folks
Just this afternoon I completed the paper work at Advaith Hyundai to buy a santro xing ERLX XL.The on road price comes to Rs.3.97.
I did a bit of bargaining and got them to write it on the quotation all that they have promised.
They have promised to give me
1.Body Color bumpers
2.Blaupunkt CD/Mp3 player (they havent given any commitment on the speakers).
3.Free Teflon Coating
4.Free Doormats
5.Free Perfume
6.Free Centralised locking system.
7.Free Parachute Car Cover
I did take a print out of the reviews in cityblogger,mouthshut.com about Advaith Hyundai and told them that I need a good car .
If they fail to deliver a good product then 10 of my friends who intend to buy santros in the next fortnight will chose trident hyundai.
Hi
I am planning to buy a New WagonR on Diwali. There would any discount on diwali. But Dealer is saying for 45 days booking. If i register now then will i get any discount on diwali. Pl advice me whether to go for WR-Vxi or WR-Lxi Duo. I just went through the broacher in website, some of the new futures including Safety futures are not available in Lxi Duo.
Have they taken sufficient safety masseurs in Lxi Deo with regards to LPG. Who much more mileage we can get while using LPG when compared to petrol. Is there any huge difference?
I found the difference in width also Vxi (1490mm) Lxi Duo (1475mm) will it make any sense?
Kindly advice me which one to go for. I am looking at safety and mileage point of view.
Anyone has any idea about the specs, prices etc?
Thanks in advance
Qasim
New Delhi
Hi,
i am planning to buy a Santro Xing XL(ABS) from Kerala. Can anyone tell what could be the best deal i can get in Kerala? i called up MGF Hyundai in Cochin and tey qutoed 3.8 for XL ABS – i am bit surprised – i thought it will cost around 4 lakhs. Anyway they are giving free insurance – i guess that is the reason why it came down to 3.8. Any thoughts?
Hi guys
First time i am buying a car for own use and not regular usage . i booked wagon -r Duo . but peoples who r running LpG cars like maruti omni they given come negative feedback on cars which r running with LPG. now i am totally confused which one i have to buy?I am requesting an Wagan-r Duo owners Kindly sugest me how is the rvehicale performence and it is relly differ from other vehicle like Santro xo ?
Reagrds
Kiran
hello experts,
having read all the reviews for three hours in this site, and also every other site available i am still confused, which one to buy, well i can wait for the reviews for the wagon r duo to come, i want a perfect car(everybody thinks they will buy the best car) so i also dont want to make a mistake!!!!!! good mileage, good comfort and superior car it should be, would normally drive 20 KM/DAY ……80 KM on weknds. no frequent long journeys for me, the car should be a quality car(crux of the matter) i personally have not driven either of the two cars, i have a matiz 2000.planning to sell it for a new one. please give the final verdict. i am not a person who follows the crowd(santro i suspect is sold by the BHED CHAAL) I DONT BELIEVE IN BHED CHAAL.
thanks to all who will reply for me
saurabh
Hi all,
Remember me? Well, I took delivery of my Santro AT today and I must say I found the vehicle an exhilirating experience. The gears change quickly after you hit 35kph. Theres a slightest delay in the pick up when you press the acclerator but thats negligible. Speed wise the vehicle was steady as rock at 60. I didnt go higher because its new. Manoeuvring the car, tight turns and passing through small spaces is a breeze. The brakes are feather touch. The vibrations are minimal even on these bad roads – excellent suspension! They have given a extra button for Overdrive which you can press if the vehicle feels sluggish. Space inside is a lot. 4 adults and 4 kids fitted comfortably. The service at the Hyundai showroom was beyond par. Ill watch the average and let you know soon.
Drive safely
Indian_driver
Hi Saurabh,
After reading your writeup it seems you r looking for a quality car which will be comfortable and will be giving you good mileage and which u will drive 300 + Kms a week…ami I right ?…If looks are not ur criteria for choosing ur car then i can suggest Wagon R Due….very good car…and Duo will give u much more than a normal car…Mileage + Comfort of a 5 Seater Car….Now the choice is ur ?
Hey Indian Driver,
Congrats man…finally ur dream of buying an AT car has come true…BTW 8 people in Santro AT…I hope the 4 kids r not infants ?Anyway Happy and Safe Driving Friend.
Cheers…
Hi All
I had an idea of buying WagonR Vxi, finally i went for a Swift Vxi since there was only 50k price difference in Bangalore.
Can someone comment on it whether my decision is correct or wrong.
Ramesh
Hi Indian Driver,
Congrats on choosing the Santro AT.I will assure you this car never dissappoint you.
I had thought to buy Wagon R Duo just for fuel effeciency, but the waiting period is too long almost 2 months and you cannot have a test drive of the Duo, the model is only for the display purpose.
So whatever the company says we cannot get the actual picture till the time it hits on the road.
I think its better to wait for some time to check the reviews of the Duo, since its a trial period for the model once cannot predict its performance.
However, I feel more comfortable in Santro Xing then in Wagon R, also the XO has all 4 power windows and other good features compared to its rival, yes and there is lot more of freebies offer from the dealer one can get on Santro.
Anyhow I had dropped Wagon R from the list, now the option for me is Santro XO or Swift Vxi.
Can any swift owner tell me about the mileage they are getting.
Yogmania
saurabh says
yaar no replies for my final question still, kindly reply, question is above
thanks
saurabh
Hi,
I am planning to take a car with a budget of around 4.5 Lacks. My choice is for Getz or Wagon R DUO. Can anyone suggest me which will be better to opt for keeping mileage and maintenance cost in mind ?
Thanks and Regards
Chitta Ranjan Nayak
Hi,
First time I am buying a car and have very less experience in driving. I have zeroed in four models.
1.SWIFT VXI
2.Wagon-R VXI
3.SANTRO
4.GETZ
Mainly I require the following information before deciding between Wagon R and Santro.
1. The fuel efficiency. Eventhough its a difference of 1km also, it matters.
2. The maintenance cost. which one will be better choice?
3. I am looking for seating capacity of 5 people. which one will be spacious? Also for proper fitting of speakers which one will be good choice?
Can anyone will help me for the above. Also Can anyone tell that any similar kind of blog is available for SWIFT and GETZ.
Thanks,
Arogyaraj
I am planning to take a new wagonr duo but i want to know about is RTO
approval in mumbai from TC
thanks to RAJIBAN, for replying to me, now i have made up my mind to buy a wagonR DUO, but will still wait for some more reviews to come for DUO, otherwise i will buy wagon R LXI.
THANKS ONCE AGAIN,
WILL POST MY FEEDBACK WHEN I BUY IT AND HAVE DRIVEN IT FOR A REASONABLE PERIOD OF TIME,
HAPPY DRIVING
Dear all,
I did finally buy the Santro AT. The drive is expectedly very comfortable. Sorry Manoj, u had a query on the cost of maintenance between the auto and the manual shift. Not too sure how expensive it is when compared to the manual one but as posted by Indian_Driver, I presume the major cost would arise from any damages to the gear box, which probably isn’t easy to rectify in a piece-meal fashion. Driving carefully and avoiding areas that resemble the lunar landscape should help. Congrats Indian_driver on your AT. Hopefully time will tell us that it is a good choice.
I found the service from the Hyundai dealer (Talwar, Hyderabad) to be exceptionally good with the vehicle delivered before I had anticipated it. The dealer actually placed the order even before my employer had processed the PO. As a result I got delivery of the vehicle within hours after his receiving the PO and atleast 10 days before I had expected it. All accessories promised were fitted without any further need for discussion.
Prakash, thanks this blog has been very helpful and some great posts by quite a few people.
Cheers
Hi..Chitta Ranjan Nayak :
If your budget is 4.5 lacs then I guess its better to buy Wagon R -Vxi, because i feel Getz will overshoot ur budget ,since the On-Road price after road tax and insurance will cross ur budget.Wagon R Duo or Wagon R -Vxi will be withen 4.30 lacs inclusive all.
Thanks
Hey all, I was in the process of deciding the car between WR and Xing. Surprisingly, WR Duo has no Guarantee given by the show room or the company. What a surprise? Itseems that company is not sure whether the new duo engine works effectively or not :o) How can you risk taking this new model?
Hi All,
I am also planning to buy WagonR Duo but still waiting for the reviews like saurabh.
I am confused between these two models :
– WagonR lxi
– WagonR lxi Duo
So please provide some review on WagonR Duo from your experiences.
Hi all
will you post your reviews about servicing of WR and SANTRO both.
I maen after how much KiloMeters you need to service your car.
and how much Rs. you spend for service.
Plz send your experience.. Both WR and SANTRO OWNER……………
Wagon R LXI Duo has 2 yrs warranty which is clear and loud in the advertisement.
what is the payment period for hyundai santro and are there any discounts and allowance pricing?