Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Maruti Suzuki Celerio vs Maruti Suzuki Ignis (2026)
The classic hatchback shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios if you want the most power (82 bhp), the best crash-test score (2 stars).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Celerio if you want the lowest starting price (₹4.70 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 34.43 kmpl), the biggest boot (313 L).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Ignis as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | Maruti Suzuki Celerio | Maruti Suzuki Ignis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹5.98 Lakh – ₹8.77 Lakh | ₹4.70 Lakh – ₹6.20 Lakh | ₹5.35 Lakh – ₹7.40 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L Kappa petrol / 1.2L bi-fuel CNG | 1.0L K10C NA Petrol / CNG | 1.2L K12M NA Petrol |
| Max power | 82 bhp | 66 bhp | 82 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20–27 kmpl | 24.97–26.68 kmpl (petrol), 34.43 km/kg (CNG) | 20.89 kmpl |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 2 stars | Not tested | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space | 260 L | 313 L | 260 L |
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios in short
The Grand i10 Nios is Hyundai's budget hatchback pitched against the Maruti Swift, WagonR and Tata Tiago. The 2023 facelift brought sharper styling, six airbags and more features, while the tried-and-tested 1.2-litre Kappa petrol keeps running costs low. A factory-fitted CNG option and the convenience of an AMT make it a practical first car for city buyers.
Full Grand i10 Nios prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Celerio in short
The second-generation Celerio, launched in 2021, is pitched as India's most fuel-efficient petrol hatchback, with the AMT variant claiming up to 26.68 kmpl. It sits between the Alto K10 and Wagon R in Maruti's lineup and rivals the Tata Tiago. The rounded design hides a practical cabin and a usable 313-litre boot.
Full Celerio prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Ignis in short
The Ignis was Maruti's NEXA-retailed tallboy hatchback until it was quietly discontinued — production ended on 1 April 2026 and Maruti delisted it on 18 June 2026 after sales halved against SUV-styled rivals like the Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter. Final ex-showroom prices are retained below for reference and used-market research. A new sub-4m SUV (codename Y43) is expected as its spiritual successor.
Full Ignis prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Grand i10 Nios vs Celerio vs Ignis — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios if you want the most power (82 bhp), the best crash-test score (2 stars). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Celerio if you want the lowest starting price (₹4.70 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 34.43 kmpl), the biggest boot (313 L). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Ignis as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Grand i10 Nios, Celerio, Ignis?
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio starts lowest at ₹4.70 Lakh, against ₹5.35 Lakh for the Ignis and ₹5.98 Lakh for the Grand i10 Nios (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios: 2 stars; Maruti Suzuki Celerio: not yet NCAP-tested; Maruti Suzuki Ignis: not yet NCAP-tested.