Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Maruti Suzuki Wagon R vs Tata Tiago (2026)
The classic hatchback shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R if you want the lowest starting price (₹4.99 Lakh), the most power (89 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 34.05 kmpl), the biggest boot (341 L).
- Pick the Tata Tiago if you want the best crash-test score (4 stars).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | Maruti Suzuki Wagon R | Tata Tiago |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹5.98 Lakh – ₹8.77 Lakh | ₹4.99 Lakh – ₹6.90 Lakh | ₹5.00 Lakh – ₹8.45 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L Kappa petrol / 1.2L bi-fuel CNG | 1.0L K10C / 1.2L K12N NA Petrol / CNG | 1.2L Revotron 3-cylinder petrol / iCNG |
| Max power | 82 bhp | 89 bhp | 85 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20–27 kmpl | 23.56–25.19 kmpl (petrol), 34.05 km/kg (CNG) | 19.01-20.09 kmpl (petrol), 26.49 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 2 stars | 1 stars | 4 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space | 260 L | 341 L | 242 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 Wagon R in short
The Wagon R remains one of India's best-selling cars, valued for its tall-boy practicality, easy ingress and huge 341-litre boot. Offered with 1.0L and punchier 1.2L petrol engines plus a hugely popular CNG option, it rivals the Tata Tiago and Celerio. It is the default choice for family and fleet buyers who prioritise space and running costs over style.
Full Wagon R prices & variants →Tata Tiago in short
The Tiago is Tata's entry-level hatchback and one of the most affordable ways into a Global NCAP 4-star rated car in India. It rivals the Maruti Celerio, WagonR and Renault Kwid, offering a noticeably more solid build and a mature ride than most in its class. The iCNG version with twin-cylinder underbody tanks retains usable boot space, a rare trait in the segment.
Full Tiago prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Grand i10 Nios vs Wagon R vs Tiago — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Pick the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R if you want the lowest starting price (₹4.99 Lakh), the most power (89 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 34.05 kmpl), the biggest boot (341 L). Pick the Tata Tiago if you want the best crash-test score (4 stars). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Grand i10 Nios, Wagon R, Tiago?
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R starts lowest at ₹4.99 Lakh, against ₹5.00 Lakh for the Tiago 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 Wagon R: 1 stars; Tata Tiago: 4 stars.