Question 1

Which is cheaper, Changan Karvaan, Changan M9 Sherpa, Suzuki Every and Suzuki Alto?

Accepted Answer

The Changan M9 Sherpa is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Changan M9 Sherpa from Rs 23.49 lakh, the Suzuki Every from Rs 29.65 lakh, the Suzuki Alto from Rs 29.95 lakh and the Changan Karvaan from Rs 31.49 lakh.

Question 2

Which is more powerful, Changan Karvaan, Changan M9 Sherpa, Suzuki Every and Suzuki Alto?

Accepted Answer

They are closely matched (Changan Karvaan Power Comfort: 96 hp; Changan M9 Sherpa Power Carry: 96 hp; Suzuki Every VXR: 43 hp; Suzuki Alto VXR: 39 hp).

Question 3

Which has more safety features, Changan Karvaan, Changan M9 Sherpa, Suzuki Every and Suzuki Alto?

Accepted Answer

The Changan Karvaan Power Comfort has 2 airbags and 4 safety and driver-assistance features, the Changan M9 Sherpa Power Carry has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Suzuki Every VXR has 2 airbags and 5 safety and driver-assistance features and the Suzuki Alto VXR has 2 airbags and 7 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.

Question 4

Are Changan Karvaan, Changan M9 Sherpa, Suzuki Every and Suzuki Alto prices the same across Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Ex-factory prices are set by the manufacturers and are the same in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and every other city. Only registration and token tax differ by province.

Specification	Changan Karvaan Remove	Changan M9 Sherpa M9 Sherpa Power Carry Remove	Suzuki Every Every VXR Remove	Suzuki Alto Remove
Price
Ex-factory price	Rs 31.49 lakh	Rs 23.49 lakh	Rs 29.65 lakh	Rs 29.95 lakh
Powertrain
Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Engine
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Engine	1193 cc	1193 cc	658 cc	658 cc
Engine power	96 hp	96 hp	43 hp	39 hp
Engine torque	119 Nm	119 Nm	58 Nm	56 Nm
Performance & drive
Transmission	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Size & practicality
Seating capacity	7 (6+1)	—	4	4
Length	3980 mm	4560 mm	3395 mm	3395 mm
Width	1620 mm	1645 mm	1475 mm	1475 mm
Height	1890 mm	1890 mm	1895 mm	1490 mm
Wheelbase	2560 mm	—	2430 mm	—
Ground clearance	165 mm	—	150 mm	—
Fuel tank	40 L	—	37 L	27 L
Tyre size	165/70 R14 LT	175/70 R14 LT	145R12C	145/80 R13
Colours	Black, Grey, Silver, White	White	Solid White, Mineral Grey, Silky Silver, Super Black	Solid White, Mineral Grey, Silky Silver, Super Black
Safety
Airbags	2	—	2	2
Dual front airbags	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
ABS	No	No	Yes	Yes
EBD	No	No	Yes	No
Hill start assist	No	No	No	Yes
ISOFIX child seat mounts	Yes	No	No	Yes
Immobilizer	No	No	Yes	Yes
Security alarm	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Seat belt reminder	Yes	No	No	Yes
Comfort & convenience
Air conditioning	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Rear AC vents	Yes	No	No	No
Power steering	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Front power windows	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Rear power windows	No	No	No	Yes
Central locking	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Keyless entry	Yes	No	Yes	Yes
Infotainment & connectivity
Bluetooth	No	No	Yes	No
USB ports	No	No	Yes	No
Exterior & lighting
Fog lamps	Yes	No	No	No
LED tail lamps	Yes	No	No	No
Rear wiper	No	No	Yes	No
Other
Sliding rear doors	Yes	No	No	No
Dual air conditioning (separate rear unit)	Yes	No	No	No
Fold-down and tumble third row	Yes	No	No	No
Cargo deck 2,750 x 1,520 x 370 mm, opens on three sides	No	Yes	No	No
1,000 kg payload	No	Yes	No	No
Cargo crash cage	No	Yes	No	No
FM radio with AUX input	No	Yes	No	No
Front disc brakes	No	Yes	No	Yes
Projector headlamps with 5-level adjustment	No	Yes	No	No
Heater	No	No	Yes	Yes
Two-step folding rear seat	No	No	Yes	No
Folding front passenger seat	No	No	Yes	No
Boarding-assist handle with step	No	No	Yes	No
Front seat belt pretensioners	No	No	Yes	No
12V accessory socket	No	No	Yes	No
Driver window pinch guard	No	No	No	Yes
Front seat belt force limiters	No	No	No	Yes
2-DIN audio unit	No	No	No	Yes
Verdict
Expert rating	6.3/10	6/10	6.5/10	7/10

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