The Maruti Ignis has just been launched in India. It is the most affordable model under the automaker’s premium Nexa dealership chain and is available in four variants – Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha – like other Nexa models and makes use of Maruti’s tried and tested 83hp, 1.2-litre petrol and 75hp, 1.3-litre diesel engines.
The car can also be booked online on the Maruti Nexa website. Most dealers are quoting a waiting period of roughly four weeks for the hatchback after its launch, depending on the variant.
Maruti Ignis petrol prices (ex-showroom, Delhi)
- Sigma M/T - Rs 4.59 lakh
- Delta M/T - Rs 5.19 lakh
- Delta AMT - Rs 5.74 lakh
- Zeta M/T - Rs 5.75 lakh
- Zeta AMT - Rs 6.30 lakh
- Alpha M/T - Rs 6.69 lakh
Maruti Ignis diesel prices (ex-showroom, Delhi)
- Delta M/T - Rs 6.39 lakh
- Delta AMT - Rs 6.94 lakh
- Zeta M/T - Rs 6.91 lakh
- Zeta AMT - Rs 7.46 lakh
- Alpha M/T - Rs 7.80 lakh
Here is a look at the equipment available across the trim levels
Maruti Ignis Sigma (Petrol manual only)
- Air conditioner and heater
- 12V power outlet
- Tilt adjust steering
- Front power windows with driver side auto down
- Dual airbags
- ABS with EBD
- ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Speed sensing door locks
- Driver seatbelt reminder
- 15-inch steel wheels
Maruti Ignis Delta (Manual and AMT)
- Turn indicators on wing mirrors
- Dual-tone dashboard
- Tachometer
- 2-DIN Audio system with USB and Bluetooth connectivity
- Two speakers
- Steering-mounted controls
- Keyless entry
- Electric adjust wing mirrors
- Split-folding rear seat
- Rear power windows
- Security alarm
Maruti Ignis Zeta (Manual and AMT)
- Fog lamps
- 15-inch alloy wheels
- Four speakers and two tweeters
- Keyless go
- Electric folding wing mirrors
- Rear parking sensors
- Rear defogger and wiper
Maruti Ignis Alpha (Manual only)
- LED projector headlamps with DRLs
- Puddle lamps
- SmartPlay infotainment system with remote app
- Auto climate control
- Driver’s seat height adjust
- Reverse camera
Maruti Ignis Engine details
As mentioned above, the Ignis is powered by Maruti’s tried and tested 1.2-litre petrol and 1.3-litre diesel engines. The petrol motor develops 83hp and 113Nm of torque and will be paired to a five-speed manual gearbox as standard with an AMT gearbox option also being available. The diesel develops 75hp and a meatier 190Nm of torque is offered with the same gearbox options as the petrol. Maruti claims ARAI fuel efficiency figures of 20.89kpl and 26.80kpl for the petrol and diesel engines respectively. Interestingly, the base Sigma will only be available with a petrol engine. The AMT gearbox option is only available on the mid-level Delta and Zeta trims.
Maruti Ignis competition check
The Ignis faces direct competition from the Mahindra KUV100, while other indirect competitors include cross hatchbacks such as the Mahindra KUV100, Fiat Avventura and the Hyundai i20 Active
Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 petrol prices (ex-showroom, Delhi) Maruti Ignis Mahindra KUV100 Sigma M/T - Rs 4.59 lakh K2 M/T 6-seater - Rs 4.58 lakh Delta M/T - Rs 5.19 lakh K2+ M/T 6-seater - Rs 4.91 lakh Delta AMT - Rs 5.74 lakh K4 M/T 5-seater - Rs 5.03 lakh Zeta M/T - Rs 5.75 lakh K4 M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.09 lakh Zeta AMT - Rs 6.30 lakh K4+ M/T 5-seater - Rs 5.25 lakh Alpha M/T - Rs 6.69 lakh K4+ M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.31 lakh --- K6 M/T 5-seater - Rs 5.63 lakh --- K6 M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.69 lakh --- K6+ M/T 5-seater - Rs 5.85 lakh --- K6+ M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.91 lakh --- K8 M/T 5-seater - Rs 6.18 lakh --- K8 M/T 6-seater - Rs 6.24 lakh
Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 diesel prices (ex-showroom, Delhi) Maruti Ignis Mahindra KUV100 Delta M/T - Rs 6.39 lakh K2 M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.54 lakh Delta AMT - Rs 6.94 lakh K2+ M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.76 lakh Zeta M/T - Rs 6.91 lakh K4 M/T 5-seater - Rs 5.88 lakh Zeta AMT - Rs 7.46 lakh K4 M/T 6-seater - Rs 5.95 lakh Alpha M/T - Rs 7.80 lakh K4+ M/T 5-seater - Rs 6.11 lakh --- K4+ M/T 6-seater - Rs 6.17 lakh --- K6 M/T 5-seater - Rs 6.53 lakh --- K6 M/T 6-seater - Rs 6.60 lakh --- K6+ M/T 5-seater - Rs 6.76 lakh --- K6+ M/T 6-seater - Rs 6.82 lakh --- K8 M/T 5-seater - Rs 7.09 lakh --- K8 M/T 6-seater - Rs 7.16 lakh
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