Which could be your Budget Micro SUV?
After the launch of the Kwid, every auto manufacturer in the country wants to sell an entry-level car in the Market. Kwid has monopolized the sector but its rivals are here to give it a tough competition. Two big car manufacturers Datsun and Maruti Suzuki decided to enter this market with Datsun Redigo and Maruti Suzuki S-Presso respectively. Kwid has been compared a lot by these cars but lets us see today how the rivals compare to each other. Both the manufacturers have launched BS6 versions of their car and the Datsun is the car that is the freshest in this budget micro SUV segment. So we will be comparing them
With the sale of cars declining in the entry-level segment, for the first time, Renault tried to enter the market along with its Kwid. It was a calculated move and it paid off in the long run. The success of Renault Kwid needs no introduction. Still, if you want you can check out the video here
Price and Variants
| Datsun Redigo | Maruti Suzuki S-Presso | |
| Price | Rs. 2.83 to Rs. 4.77 lakh | Rs. 3.7 to Rs. 4.99 lakh |
| Variants | D,A,T,T(option),1.0T(option),AMT | STD,LXI,VXI, STD(option),LXI(option),VXI(option), VXI Plus and VXI AT(std/opt/plus) |
So the base variant of the Datsun Redigo clearly beats the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso in terms of pricing. But can Datsun beat the brand value of Marut in the Indian Market? Read below to find about. A lot of variants are available in both the cars to cater to a large number of customers. Take a look further as we compare both these budget micro SUV in terms of looks and dimension
External Looks
Ok, so clearly both cars are different in this parameter. Maruti Suzuki S-Presso was made to directly compete with Renault Kwid in the micro-SUV market and the Redigo looks more like a hot hatch. The new Datsun Redigo 2020 has been redesigned and it has come with lots of tricks up its sleeve. The offbeat styling of S-Presso may not be appreciated by all but the Redigo blends well in the cities. Coming to the front profile of both the car, Redigo gets a whole new sporty look.
The octagonal grille will be the first thing you notice in the car and it looks Good! Sharp lines have emerged on the bonnet and LED lights with fog lamps have been provided. The car looks sleek and stylish and perfect for city streets. I have not been a fan of the looks of the S-Presso but it’s my responsibility to give an unbiased view. So seeing the car for the first time you may feel it is trying too hard to resemble an SUV.
Though the impressive ride height gives you road presence and headroom, the looks of this car may not impress everyone. The car looks a little boxy and there are curves throughout the body of the car to balance this out. C shaped headlights look crisp and new. The front grille with chrome accents(Not base model) looks pretty too. The black cladding adds to the rugged look of the car. Both the cars come with 14-inch wheels.
While the Redigo looks pretty decent with the small wheels the same cannot be said about the S-Presso where the wheel looks too small for the height of the car. The side profile of both cars is quite similar. The rear look of both the car looks quite similar too with the exception of Redigo which has a place for Reverse Parking Camera while the unit is missing in the S-Presso. The ride height of the S-Presso is obviously greater than the Redigo.
Dimensions
| Budget Micro SUV | Datsun Redigo | Maruti Suzuki S-Presso | Difference |
| Length | 3435mm | 3565mm | -130mm |
| Width | 1574mm | 1520mm | +54mm |
| Hieght | 1546mm | 1549mm | -3mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | 180mm | +7mm |
| Boot space | 222L | 270L | -48L |
| Wheelbase | 2348mm | 2380mm | -32mm |
| Fuel Tank | 28L | 27L | +1L |
The boot space is a major differing factor between both cars. Other dimensions are quite near to each other.
Interiors
The cabin size of the 2020 Redigo has still not been confirmed but is rumoured to be quite similar to the S-Presso. Moreover, both cars have dual-tone interiors and lots of space in bits and pieces throughout the cabin. The plasticky feel of the S-Presso may look sub-par but cannot be complained due to its low price.
The major difference is the placement of the instrument cluster in the S-Presso. The first time you sit in the car, you keep looking for the speedometer as me. Jokes aside, the instrument cluster in the S-Presso has been placed on the top of the central console and whether you like it or not depends on your personal taste. Both cars get a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple Car Play.
Also read: Renault Kwid EV – How Expensive?
Budget Micro SUV Engine
The Datsun Redigo comes with two engine options, 0.8-litre 3 cylinder petrol engine, and 1.0 litre, 3 cylinder petrol engine which is both BS6 compliant. The Maruti S-Presso, on the other hand, comes only with a single BS6 petrol engine option which is a 1.0 litre, 3 cylinders, K10B petrol engine.
| Datsun Redigo (0.8/1.0) | Maruti Suzuki S-Presso (1.0) | |
| Displacement | 799cc/999cc | 998cc |
| Max power | 53.64bhp@5600rpm/
67.05bhp@5550rpm |
67bhp@5500rpm |
| Max torque | 72nm@4250rpm/
91nm@4250rpm |
90nm@3500rpm |
| Fuel efficiency(ARAI) | 22.7/21.7** km/l | 21.7km/l |
| Transmission | Manual and Automatic | Manual and Automatic |
The engine power and torque of both the 1.0-litre engines are similar and up to the mark. However, with the Maruti Suzuki, you get peace of mind about finding the spare parts of your car in the remotest part of the country. Both cars also come with Automatic Transmission options. This is one of the older reviews of the Datsun RediGo AMT
Budget Micro SUV Conclusion
If you don’t mind the looks of the S-Presoo go ahead with it but if the price is a major factor for you and prefer the looks of the hatch then the Redigo is a great choice. Also if you want to stay updated on more such comparisons then follow us on Twitter. Click Here to follow now! The above tables will help you pick your weapon based on facts and on your preferences!
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