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Aura vs Wagon R

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Hyundai

Aura

Aura
Price Range

₹6 lakh – ₹8.67 lakh

Mileage

17 km/l (ARAI)

CNG / Petrol • 9 TrimsOpen model
VS
Maruti Suzuki

Wagon R

Wagon R
1-Star Safety
Price Range

₹4.99 lakh – ₹7.24 lakh

Mileage

23.56 - 25.19 km/l

Petrol / CNG • 12 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Wagon R takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, lower fuel consumption. While Aura remains a capable contender, Wagon R offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose Aura if:

  • Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Safety Architecture & Protection

Segment Edge:Published rating only
Aura

Not published

Airbag count not published

Wagon R

1-Star Global NCAP

6

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Aura

68 - 82 bhp

95 - 114 Nm

Wagon R

66.6 PS

89 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Wagon R
Aura

17 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Wagon R Standout

23.56 - 25.19 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Hyundai

Aura

Listed items₹3,52,941
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,52,941
Maruti Suzuki

Wagon R

Listed items₹2,46,103
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,46,103
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹2.23 lakh(Wagon R lower)

SX

Wheelsio Pick

1.2 L Kappa petrol, 1197 cc • Manual • 17 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹7.77 lakh
Key Highlights:15-inch Diamond Cut Alloys, Push Button Start, Rear Camera, Cruise Control

VXI

998 cc • Manual • 24.35 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹5.54 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Aura
Wagon R
Engine TypeDiffers
Aura:1197 cc Petrol / 1197 cc CNG
Wagon R:998 cc, 1197 cc
Max PowerDiffers
Aura:68 - 82 bhp
Wagon R:66.6 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Aura:95 - 114 Nm
Wagon R:89 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Aura:AMT, Manual
Wagon R:Manual, AMT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Aura:CNG, Petrol
Wagon R:Petrol, CNG
Claimed MileageDiffers
Aura:17 km/l (ARAI)
Wagon R:23.56 - 25.19 km/l
Aura
Wagon R
SeatingDiffers
Aura:—
Wagon R:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Aura:165 mm
Wagon R:—
Boot SpaceDiffers
Aura:402 Litres
Wagon R:341 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Aura:37 Litres
Wagon R:32 litres
Body TypeDiffers
Aura:Sedan
Wagon R:Hatchback
Aura
Wagon R
Crash Test RatingDiffers
Aura:—
Wagon R:1-Star Global NCAP
AirbagsDiffers
Aura:—
Wagon R:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The Wagon R has a published 1-star crash rating. A crash-test rating for the Aura is not published.