Maruti Suzuki Ignis vs Maruti Suzuki S-Presso (2026)
Maruti Suzuki Ignis (₹5.35 Lakh – ₹7.40 Lakh) and Maruti Suzuki S-Presso (₹3.50 Lakh – ₹5.27 Lakh) go head-to-head in the hatchback space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is more affordable — it starts ₹1.85 Lakh lower than the Maruti Suzuki Ignis.
- The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is the more powerful car, with 82 bhp against 66 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is more efficient on paper — up to 32.73 kmpl vs 20.89 kmpl.
- Only the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso has a published NCAP crash-test rating (3 stars).
- The Maruti Suzuki Ignis has the bigger boot: 260 litres vs 240 litres.
Specification Comparison
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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 →Maruti Suzuki S-Presso in short
The S-Presso is Maruti's budget 'micro-SUV' styled hatchback, offering tall-boy proportions and higher ground clearance than the Alto at a similar price. It goes up against the Renault Kwid with an SUV-flavoured design pitch. Under the skin it shares the Alto K10's 1.0-litre engine, AMT and CNG options.
Full S-Presso prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Ignis or S-Presso?
The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is more affordable — it starts ₹1.85 Lakh lower than the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Ignis vs S-Presso — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Maruti Suzuki Ignis — not yet tested; Maruti Suzuki S-Presso — 3 stars.
Should I buy the Ignis or the S-Presso?
The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is more affordable — it starts ₹1.85 Lakh lower than the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is the more powerful car, with 82 bhp against 66 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is more efficient on paper — up to 32.73 kmpl vs 20.89 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.