The latest-generation Celerio is a 3D Organic Sculpted urban hatchback with smooth, curvy bodylines and a bold chrome-accented grille. Its interior is practical and spacious for the class, with an all-black dashboard and ample head- and legroom. A new 1.0L three-cylinder K10C petrol engine (66 bhp/89 Nm) with idle start-stop provides peppy city driving and class-leading fuel efficiency (up to ~26.68 kmpl ARAI). Build quality is solid and Marutiโs reliable, making it easy to drive and park in traffic. Overall, the Celerio delivers a comfortable, efficient ride with a modern look, prioritizing practicality over performance.
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Number of cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 998 |
| Max power (bhp) | 66 bhp@5500rpm |
| Gear box | -- |
| Max torque (Nm) | 89 Nm@3500rpm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 26 |
| Fuel Type | petrol |
| Zippy 1.0L K10C Engine | |
| Class-leading Fuel Economy (~26 kmpl) | |
| 6 Airbags & ESP Standard | |
| 7โณ SmartPlay Touchscreen |
| Popular Variants | On-Road Price*in Delhi |
|---|---|
Lxi petrolmanual998 cc25.24 kmpl | โน 5.25 Lakh |
Vxi petrolmanual998 cc25.24 kmpl | โน 5.75 Lakh |
Vxi Amt petrolautomatic998 cc26.68 kmpl | โน 6.24 Lakh |
Zxi petrolmanual998 cc25.24 kmpl | โน 6.35 Lakh |
Zxi Plus petrolmanual998 cc24.97 kmpl | โน 7.16 Lakh |
Marutiโs second-generation Celerio (launched in 2021) is built on the new Heartect platform (shared with the Wagon R) and is slightly larger than the outgoing model. It measures about 3695 mm in length, 1655 mm in width, and 1555 mm in height (wheelbase 2435 mm). Inside, the dashboard is straightforward and functional. The focus is on fuel economy and ease of use rather than outright performance. Below we evaluate the Celerioโs exterior styling, interior comfort, safety features, and on-road performance to give a balanced view of its strengths and compromises.
| Design | 4/5 | |
| Paint Quality | 4/5 | |
| Panel Gaps | 4/5 |
| Design | 4/5 | |
| Space | 4/5 | |
| Comfort | 3/5 |
| No. of Airbags | 2 | |
| Features | 4/5 |
| Stability | 3/5 | |
| Eng. Response | 4/5 | |
| Clutch & Gears | 4/5 |
| Pros | Excellent fuel efficiency | Spacious & practical cabin | Comfortable city ride | Comprehensive safety kit (6 airbags) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cons | Basic interior plastics | AMT is jerky at crawl speeds | Steering feel is light/numb | No rearview camera (standard) |
"My Celerio VXi gives excellent fuel economy (around 24โ25 kmpl real-world) which saves me a lot on petrol. The front seats are comfortable and visibility is good. However, the interior is very basic โ all hard plastics, and thereโs no rear camera or even a daylight running lamp in lower trims. The AMT is convenient but can be slow to kick down. Overall Iโm happy, but I wish the fit-and-finish and features were a bit better for the price."
"After 6 months with the Celerio, Iโm really impressed. Itโs smooth in the city and has plenty of room for two kids and groceries. The new safety features (ESP, 6 airbags) give me peace of mind. On longer trips, it cruises comfortably despite being a small engine. It wonโt win drag races, but I donโt buy it for that. In its segment, the Celerio feels reliable and complete. Marutiโs service is also good, so maintenance costs are low. Itโs the best practical hatchback Iโve owned."
"I use the Celerio mainly for my daily city commute. The lightweight 1.0L engine makes short trips effortless, and I easily get over 25 kmpl on the highway. Itโs very easy to park in tight spaces, and the driving position is nice and high. The only downsides Iโve noticed are that the cabin plastics feel cheap, and the AMT jerks a bit in stop-and-go traffic. Otherwise, itโs a great budget car with good space for my family."