Searching and buying the best car can be a hefty job while can be more hassle when the budget is concerned. Various facets need to be taken into account before buying the right choice of vehicles such as the mileage, power, fuel capacity, build quality, off-road capability, and most crucially the price tag itself.
In the case of the Nepali auto market, there are a number of budget (entry-level) cars available in the market. Among the bundle, there are two popular models which are highly competitive and somewhat carry a similar price tag and features. These models are non-other than the Maruti Suzuki S. Presso and Datsun Redi-Go. Both of these cars fall under the price tag of 30 lakhs in the Nepali market.
Well, let’s compare and contrast these two leaders in the budget car segment, so you can choose for yourself which one is the best for your hard-earned money.
Note:
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso (STD) VS Datsun Redi-Go (T 'O')
[Note: To make things easier, we will be comparing the base variants of both the cars, so you can have a clear idea.]
Dimensions and Capacity
|
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso |
Datsun Redi-GO |
|
|
Length |
3565mm |
3435mm |
|
Width |
1520mm |
1574mm |
|
Height |
1564mm |
1546mm |
|
Wheelbase |
2380mm |
2348mm |
|
Boot Space |
270 liters |
222 liters |
|
Ground Clearance |
180mm |
187mm |
|
No. of doors |
5 |
5 |
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Engine and Performance
|
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso |
Datsun Redi-GO |
|
|
Engine |
K10B Petrol Engine |
0.8L Petrol Engine |
|
Displacement |
998cc |
799cc |
|
Power |
67bhp@5500rpm |
53.64bhp@5600rpm |
|
Torque |
90nm@3500rpm |
72Nm@4250rpm |
|
Transmission |
5-Speed (Manual) |
5MT (Manual) |
|
No. of Cylinder |
3 |
3 |
|
Drive Type |
FWD |
FWD |
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Interior and Comfort
|
|
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso |
Datsun Redi-GO |
|
Steering Wheel |
|
|
|
Height-adjustable driver’s seat |
No |
No |
|
Power Steering |
No |
Yes |
|
Power Windows |
No |
Front |
|
AC |
Manual |
Manual |
|
Rear AC vents |
No |
No |
|
Adjustable headrest |
No |
No |
|
Rear seat Headrest |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Front armrest |
No |
No |
|
Infotainment |
Yes |
None |
|
USB Charger |
No |
Front |
|
Gear-Shift Indicator |
No |
Yes |
|
Digital driver’s display |
No |
No |
|
Adjustable steering |
No |
Yes |
|
Keyless Entry |
No |
Yes |
|
12V Socket |
Front and rear |
Front |
|
Parking Sensors |
Rear |
Rear |
|
Additional Features |
Front Console Utility Space, Rear Console Utility Space, Co-Driver Side Utility Space |
Drive Computer, Trip Meter, Instantaneous Fuel Economy, Average Fuel Economy, Distance to Empty, Driver side Coin/Key Storage in Instrument Panel, Driver side Fuel lid/Tail Gate Release |
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Exterior Features
|
|
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso |
Datsun Redi-GO |
|
Headlamps |
Halogen |
Halogen |
|
LED DRLs |
- |
Yes |
|
Sun Roof |
No |
No |
|
Wheel Size |
R14 |
R14 |
|
Alloy Wheels |
No |
No |
|
Tyre Size |
145/80 R13 |
145/80 R13 |
|
Tyre Type |
Tubeless, Radial |
Tubeless |
|
Rear washer and wiper |
No |
No |
|
Defogger |
No |
No |
|
Additional Features |
SUV Inspired Bold Front Fascia, Twin Chamber Headlamps, Signature C shaped Tail Lamps, Side body cladding |
Bolder Front Fascia, Windshield, Sidedoor & Backdoor Green Glass, Internally Adjustable ORVM, Manual Headlamp Levelizer, Intermittent Wiper, Back Door Lock Key, Body Coloured Bumpers, Elegant B-Pillar Black Sash Tape, Body Coloured Door Handles, Body Coloured Outside Rear View Mirror, Rear Combination Lamp with LED Signature, Signature Emblem on Fender |
Suspension and Braking
|
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso |
Datsun Redi-GO |
|
| Suspension Front |
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
|
Double Pivot Arm Suspension
|
| Suspension Rear |
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
|
Coil Spring
|
| Brakes Front |
Ventilated Disc
|
Disc
|
| Brakes Rear |
Drum
|
Drum
|
| Steering Type |
-
|
Power
|
| Minimum Turning Radius |
4.5 m
|
4.7 m
|
Safety Features
|
Maruti Suzuki S.Presso |
Datsun Redi-GO |
|
|
Airbags |
1 |
2 |
|
ABS with EBD |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Brake Assist (BA) |
No |
No |
|
Hill Assist (HA) |
No |
No |
|
Hill Descent Control (HDC) |
No |
No |
|
Rear parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Central Locking |
No |
Yes |
|
Adjustable Seats |
Yes |
Yes |
|
ISOFIX child seat anchors |
No |
No |
|
Seatbelt with pretensioner |
No |
Yes |
|
360 View Camera |
No |
No |
Price
Now coming onto the crucial factor, i.e. the pricing of the car. The price for base variants of these four-wheelers in Nepal are as follows,
Datsun Redi-Go (T 'O' ) Price in Nepal: Rs. 23,99,000/-
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso (STD) Price in Nepal: Rs. 23,49,000/-
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Our Verdict
Looking and contrasting at the base variants of both these cars, we feel that Datsun Redi-GO has done a good job in the exteriors as this one sports an attractive styling theme and high ground clearance. On the other side, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso also doesn't fail to impress us in terms of looks and SUV-like styling. Similarly, coming on to the interior, both of these have their ups and downs. In some factors, Redi-Go seems good while in some other facets like convenience, S-Presso is alluring.
However, in terms of the safety features, the Redi-GO can definitely take home the award.
And in the engine performance, the Suzuki S-Presso, being equipped with a 998cc engine is definitely powerful than the Redi-Go's 799cc engine in the base variant.
Pricing-wise, the Suzuki S-Presso comes around Rs. 50,000/- cheaper than the Datsun Redi-Go.
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Besides this, you can compare and contrast these two entry-level cars in Nepal and choose for yourself the best one that meets your needs. Also, let us know which of these is the ideal budget or value for money vehicle for you in the comment section below?
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