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Grand i10 Nios vs Alto K10

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

Grand i10 Nios
Price Range

₹5.6 lakh – ₹8.09 lakh

Mileage

16 - 18 km/l

Petrol / CNG • 15 TrimsOpen model
VS
Maruti Suzuki

Alto K10

Alto K10
Price Range

₹3.7 lakh – ₹5.34 lakh

Mileage

24.39 km/l (ARAI)

CNG / Petrol • 6 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

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

Editorial Summary

“Alto K10 takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in lower fuel consumption. While Grand i10 Nios remains a capable contender, Alto K10 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 Alto K10 if:

  • First-time buyers, small families, and city commuters who want an easy-to-park car with great mileage.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

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

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Grand i10 Nios

83.1 PS

113.8 Nm

Alto K10

56 - 68 bhp

82 - 89 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Alto K10
Grand i10 Nios

16 - 18 km/l

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

Alto K10 Standout

24.39 km/l (ARAI)

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

Grand i10 Nios

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

Alto K10

Listed items₹2,46,002
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,46,002
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹1.85 lakh(Alto K10 lower)

Magna

1197 cc • Manual • 18 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹6.37 lakh

VXI (O)

Wheelsio Pick

K10C, 998 cc • Manual • 24.39 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹4.52 lakh
Key Highlights:Front Power Windows, SmartPlay Dock Audio System, Remote Keyless Entry
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Grand i10 Nios
Alto K10
Engine TypeDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:1197 cc
Alto K10:998 cc Petrol / 998 cc CNG
Max PowerDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:83.1 PS
Alto K10:56 - 68 bhp
Peak TorqueDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:113.8 Nm
Alto K10:82 - 89 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:Manual, AMT
Alto K10:Manual
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:Petrol, CNG
Alto K10:CNG, Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:16 - 18 km/l
Alto K10:24.39 km/l (ARAI)
Grand i10 Nios
Alto K10
SeatingDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:5 seats
Alto K10:—
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:—
Alto K10:167 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:260 litres
Alto K10:214 Litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:37 litres
Alto K10:27 Litres
Body Type
Grand i10 Nios:Hatchback
Alto K10:Hatchback
Grand i10 Nios
Alto K10
AirbagsDiffers
Grand i10 Nios:6
Alto K10:6 (standard)
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Grand i10 Nios has a published mileage of 16 - 18 km/l. The Alto K10 has a published mileage of 24.39 km/l (ARAI).
Using published mileage and stored ownership figures, the calculated running cost is ₹3,52,941 for Grand i10 Nios and ₹2,46,002 for Alto K10.