Maruti Suzuki Wagon R: Anyone can say anything about the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, make fun of it or criticize it, but one cannot deny the fact that it is one of the best-selling cars in the country. Not only now, since its launch in 1999 under the name “Tall Boy”, Wagon R has been a favorite car among ordinary people. It has been the highest-selling car in India for three consecutive fiscal years (FY22, FY23 and FY24), reflecting its popularity and everlasting relevance.
After undergoing numerous updates and iterations during its long history of success, the 2024 Wagon R continues to adhere to its core values of roominess and comfort in order to satisfy the needs of the public. Over the past 25 years, it has evolved in design, functionality and performance. The second-generation model was launched in 2008, and the third-generation model was launched in 2019 and updated in 2022.
Now, Maruti Suzuki is celebrating 25 years of the Wagon R in India with over 3.2 million customers. Here are 5 reasons why Maruti Wagon R is so popular:
Affordable price: The Wagon R is affordable and offers great value for money.
Spacious interior: Its tall boy design provides families with more headroom and comfortable seating.
Fuel efficiency: The car is known for its excellent cruising range and is very cost-effective for daily use.
Low maintenance: Maruti’s reliable service network and affordable parts reduce maintenance costs.
feature: Considering the price range of the Wagon R, it offers almost all the necessary features like touch screen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay among others.
“The 25-year history of WagonR is a testament to the deep connect we have built with over 3.2 million customers over the years,” said Partho Banerjee, senior executive, marketing and sales, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.
“In fact, about 44% of our sales come from first-time buyers, and about a quarter of our customers choose to repurchase a Wagon R,” he added.
Currently, the Maruti Wagon R is priced between Rs 5.54 lakh and Rs 7.33 lakh (ex-showroom). It’s available with a choice of two petrol engines – 1.0L and 1.2L – producing 66bhp/89Nm and 89bhp/113Nm respectively. It also comes with a CNG powertrain that produces 57 horsepower and 82 Newton meters of torque.