The Maruti WagonR 2025 arrives with meaningful updates—particularly a new safety suite, improved mileage, and subtle styling tweaks—while preserving its well-known reliability. Now offered with six airbags across all trims, enhanced fuel efficiency via dual-jet petrol engines, and a modern infotainment system, it delivers strong value in the entry hatchback segment. With prices starting around ₹5.6 lakh (ex-showroom) and continued appeal among families, first-time buyers, and city drivers, this version reinforces WagonR’s leadership while catering to evolving expectations.
Design & Exterior
Sportier Facelift
The 2025 WagonR retains its familiar tall‑boy stance but wears a refreshed front fascia featuring a chromed grille, sharper headlamp design with integrated LED DRLs, and subtle bumper revisions. Alloy wheel designs have been updated on premium trims, while dual‑tone paint options add youth appeal.
Practical Urban Dimensions
Compact exterior proportions paired with high roofline result in excellent rear passenger comfort. The elevated ride height provides easy entry and exit—especially appreciated by senior occupants—while the overall dimensions suit urban manoeuvrability and parking convenience.
Engine & Performance
Petrol Engines with Enhanced Mileage
Buyers can choose between two BS6 Phase-2 petrol options: a 1.0‑litre three-cylinder and a 1.2‑litre four-cylinder DualJet engine. The 1.0L motor develops approximately 65 bhp, while the 1.2L offers around 88 bhp with improved mid-range pull and refinement.
Transmission Choices
Both engines are offered with either a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AGS (Auto Gear Shift) automated transmission. A factory-fitted CNG variant based on the 1.0L petrol engine is also available for maximum fuel efficiency.
Mileage & Fuel Efficiency
Class-Leading Efficiency
WagonR continues its legacy as a mileage leader: the 1.0L petrol MT is certified at around 25.19 kmpl, while the CNG version delivers an impressive 34.05 km/kg. The 1.2L petrol manual returns around 24.43 kmpl, with the AMT version slightly less, around 24.35 kmpl.
Real-World Figures
Users report real-world mileage close to ARAI figures: city averages of 22–24 km/l for petrol and up to 32–34 km/kg in CNG. This makes long-term ownership highly economical.
Interior & Comfort
Spacious Cabin Layout
The tall‑boy design delivers generous headroom and rear legroom, making it comfortable for families and taller passengers. Boot space remains around 341 litres, expandable via a 60:40 split rear seat fold.
Upgraded Seating & Ergonomics
New seat cushioning provides better thigh support and comfort during longer journeys. Rear AC vents, USB-C charging ports, and flat rear floor in higher trims further upgrade usability.
Infotainment & Connectivity
Touchscreen Infotainment
ZXi and ZXi+ trims come with a floating 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ display supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Basic trims retain the 7-inch touchscreen with wired connectivity.
Features & Convenience
Higher variants also offer wireless charging pads, steering-mounted controls, keyless start, automatic climate control (ZXi+), Suzuki Connect telematics with remote features, and a heads-up display in select versions.
Safety Enhancements
Six Airbags Standard
For the first time in its segment, the WagonR offers dual front, side, and curtain airbags as standard across all variants—a major upgrade from the two-airbag setup.
Advanced Safety Suite
All models get ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (on AMT variants), hill-hold assist, ISOFIX mounts, rear parking sensors, seatbelt reminders, and three-point seat belts for all occupants.
Ride & Handling
Balanced City Ride
Suspension is tuned for comfort, absorbing potholes and speed-breakers with minimal discomfort. Steering is light and responsive, making the WagonR easy to drive in dense urban settings.
Highway Stability
While not built for high-speed performance, the ride remains composed at moderate speeds. Hill-hold and ESC assist driver confidence on slopes and varied terrain.
Pricing & Variants
Trim Levels & Pricing (Ex‑Showroom Delhi)
- LXI MT: ₹5.64 lakh
- VXI MT/AGS: ₹6.05 – ₹6.65 lakh
- ZXI MT/AGS: ₹6.95 – ₹7.49 lakh
- ZXI+ AGS (dual-tone): ₹7.89 – ₹8.19 lakh
- CNG variants: LXI/VXI levels, priced roughly ₹75,000 higher
Ownership & Resale
Reliable Ownership Record
Maruti’s vast service network ensures easy access and affordable maintenance. Petrol models average less than ₹3,500 per year in upkeep, with service intervals at 10,000 km or 12 months.
Proven Resale Strength
With over 3.2 million units sold in India, WagonR remains one of India’s best-selling cars and enjoys consistently strong resale value thanks to the brand’s reputation and wide availability.
Pros & Cons Summary
Strengths
- Excellent fuel economy (up to 34 km/kg with CNG)
- Comprehensive safety kit—including six airbags and ESC
- Spacious, tall cabin ideal for families and seniors
- Strong Maruti after-sales and resale value
- VAST ownership comfort, low maintenance cost
Limitations
- No major exterior redesign—rudimentary styling unchanged
- Lacks performance punch—1.2L AMT still modest for highway overtakes
- Visibility concerns due to narrow rear windows and pillars
- No Global NCAP high rating yet; safety depends on airbags and ESC
Final Verdict
The 2025 Maruti WagonR enhances its trusted recipe with upgraded safety, better comfort, and class-leading efficiency—without losing its affordability edge. With six airbags standard, improved cabin ergonomics, modern infotainment, and fuel-efficient engine options including CNG, it stays relevant and even more family-friendly. For buyers seeking a practical, dependable small car that doesn’t compromise on essentials, WagonR continues to deliver unmatched value.