Maruti Suzuki WagonR vs Tata Tiago vs Hyundai Santro: Which hatchback fares best

Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai launched their hatchbacks almost at the same time in the Indian markets. With a lot of upgrades and improvements, both cars seem to go all out in the battle for being the best hatchback in the market. However, there is one more to compete with the two and that is the Tata Tiago. msnTarGet.com

Since there are a lot of variants for each model, we would be considering the top line petrol variant for reference. In terms of engine size, the WagonR is evenly matched by Tiago as both have a 1.2-litre engine, though the Tiago has one cylinder less. Despite that, the Tiago makes the most power at 84 bhp, followed by the WagonR with 82 bhp, and Santro taking third place at 69 bhp. Fun2Ind.com

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R	Tata Tiago	Hyundai Santro
Engine	1.2-litre K-Series	1.2-litre Revotron	1.1-litre
Power	81.8 bhp	84 bhp	69 bhp
Torque	113 Nm	114 Nm	99 Nm
Transmission	5-speed manual/AMT	5-speed manual/AMT	5-speed manual/AMT
Cylinders	4	3	4

Maruti Suzuki WagonR vs Tata Tiago vs Hyundai Santro: Which hatchback fares best

In terms of dimensions, WagonR is the longest and the tallest between the three. It is also the lightest, however, at 830 kg, while the Tiago is the heaviest at 930 kg. Regarding boot space, the Wagon R offers the least, with 180 litres, while Tiago is the most spacious with 242 litres. The fuel capacity of all three hatchbacks is identical at 35 litres. MobAsk.com

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R	Tata Tiago	Hyundai Santro
Length	3655 mm	3746 mm	3610 mm
Width	1620 mm	1647 mm	1645 mm
Height	1675 mm	1535 mm	1560 mm
Wheelbase	2435 mm	2400 mm	2400 mm
Boot Space	180 L	242 L	235 L
Kerb Weight	830 Kg	930 Kg	855 Kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	35	35	35

Maruti Suzuki WagonR vs Tata Tiago vs Hyundai Santro: Which hatchback fares best

The Hyundai Santro is considered one of the safest in the segment and is armed with features like ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Program and central locking, among others. The Tata Tiago loses out on central locking while the WagonR follows suit with fewer features. soas.in

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R	Tata Tiago	Hyundai Santro
Airbags	Yes	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbags	Yes	Yes	Yes
ABS	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Program	No	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	No	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	No	No	Yes
Child Safety Lock	No	Yes	Yes

Maruti Suzuki WagonR vs Tata Tiago vs Hyundai Santro: Which hatchback fares best

Tata Tiago falls short in terms of amenities as well, though it does get a tilt adjustable steering. Wagon R and Santro on the other hand are sufficiently equipped, with air-conditioner, steering mounted audio controls and optional keyless entry. Fun2Ind.com

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R	Tata Tiago	Hyundai Santro
Auto air conditioner	Yes	Yes	Manual
Heater	Yes	Yes	No
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	None
Steering Mounted Audio Controls	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear Parking Camera	No	No	Yes
Electrically Adjustable Rear-View Mirror	No	No	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	No	Yes
Rear AC vents	No	No	Yes