Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R and the Tata Nexon side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is available at ₹498,900, while the Tata Nexon is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm and 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R versus 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V | 12V |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Advanced K- Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 l | 44 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-speed Manual / 5-speed AMT | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg | 17.4 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric starter | Electric start |
| Torque | 113.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | MT/AGS | Manual / AMT / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 355 l | 382 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 825 - 935 kg | 1295 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3655 mm / 1620 mm / 1675 mm | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital instrument cluster | Digital / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen (higher variants) | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-speaker audio system | Up to 8-speaker Harman system |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes (with infotainment system) | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Available on higher variants | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Projector + LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on higher variants | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | — | LED signature |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless radial | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | Steel wheels / Alloy wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Available on higher variants | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Available on higher variants | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | SOLID WHITEMagnum Red | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue |







