Wagon-R - the smart box

A user review on Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. Written by Sugato Debgupta on 27 September, 2006

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Good	:	Comfortable, spacious, smart no-nonsense look
Bad	:	rear viewing is poor, actually a four-seater

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The Wagon-R was a new concept in hatch-backs in India when it was first launched, particularly for its looks. It hence took a bit of time to catch on, but by now it has grabbed the market very nicely. The kind of interior space/ leg space you have in a Wagon-R is unmatched by several sedans, and ALL small cars. The power-steering is excellent, and driving is easy. The fuel efficiency of my BS-II car is not great, but not poor either. Among the problems I have faced in the last three and half years with my Wagon-R Lxi are (1) the poor rear view mirrors, (2) lack of space in the back seat if you want to fit three people (the manual does say it is a five seater), (3)slight topsy feeling when driving on poor roads (undulating surface/ big potholes), which is probably due to the high position of the CG due to the car's height. Overall, the Wagon-R is highly recommendable for a small family, needing a city car which can take occassional long drives

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Stanley Dcunha on 05 Jul, 2009 at 09:53 AM

am looking to buy a maruti vx i. can anyone tell me how it is? mileage, overall performance, etc? thanx a lot

Ashish on 02 Jun, 2008 at 03:33 PM

thanks for the update

Gowri Shankar on 09 May, 2008 at 07:00 PM

Black color actually suits its mortuary van looks.

Sanjay Satav on 19 Feb, 2008 at 12:25 AM

Sanjay Satav on 19 Feb, 2008 at 12:19 AM

actually one should try a pill tp get lean to get confort in these cars specially back seat. not at all for 5. one should try a xeta or a palio stile.

Sugato Debgupta on 03 Dec, 2007 at 03:49 PM

Dear Kirk, If you are joking, and your comment is meant to be compliment to WagonR, its fine. However, if you are serious, then I beg to differ. Maruti calls WagonR a MAV (Multi Activity Vehicle), which is an apt name. However a mini-SUV it is certainly not. A good example of a mini-SUV is 'Ford Fushion. WagonR is a compact hatchback by Indian standards

Kirk on 27 Nov, 2007 at 05:38 PM

dude wagonr is amini SUV not a hatchback !!!

Sugato Debgupta on 27 Sep, 2006 at 03:22 PM

Dear Friends,

I have written a review on Maruti Suzuki Wagon R and look forward to your comments on it.

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