Suzuki Alto vs Changan Karvaan
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Suzuki Alto
|
Changan Karvaan
| |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 29.95 lakh | Rs 31.49 lakh | |
| Powertrain | |||
| Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Engine | |||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Engine | 658 cc | 1193 cc | |
| Engine power | 39 hp | 96 hp | |
| Engine torque | 56 Nm | 119 Nm | |
| Performance & drive | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual | |
| Size & practicality | |||
| Seating capacity | 4 | 7 (6+1) | |
| Length | 3395 mm | 3980 mm | |
| Width | 1475 mm | 1620 mm | |
| Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm | |
| Wheelbase | — | 2560 mm | |
| Ground clearance | — | 165 mm | |
| Fuel tank | 27 L | 40 L | |
| Tyre size | 145/80 R13 | 165/70 R14 LT | |
| Colours | Solid White, Mineral Grey, Silky Silver, Super Black | Black, Grey, Silver, White | |
| Safety | |||
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | |
| Dual front airbags | Yes | Yes | |
| ABS | Yes | No | |
| Hill start assist | Yes | No | |
| ISOFIX child seat mounts | Yes | Yes | |
| Immobilizer | Yes | No | |
| Security alarm | Yes | Yes | |
| Seat belt reminder | Yes | Yes | |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Air conditioning | Yes | Yes | |
| Rear AC vents | No | Yes | |
| Power steering | Yes | Yes | |
| Front power windows | Yes | Yes | |
| Rear power windows | Yes | No | |
| Central locking | Yes | Yes | |
| Keyless entry | Yes | Yes | |
| Exterior & lighting | |||
| Fog lamps | No | Yes | |
| LED tail lamps | No | Yes | |
| Other | |||
| Heater | Yes | No | |
| Front disc brakes | Yes | No | |
| Driver window pinch guard | Yes | No | |
| Front seat belt force limiters | Yes | No | |
| 2-DIN audio unit | Yes | No | |
| Sliding rear doors | No | Yes | |
| Dual air conditioning (separate rear unit) | No | Yes | |
| Fold-down and tumble third row | No | Yes | |
| Verdict | |||
| Expert rating | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Suzuki Alto vs Changan Karvaan: quick answers
Which is cheaper, the Suzuki Alto or the Changan Karvaan?
The Suzuki Alto is cheaper. It starts at Rs 29.95 lakh ex-factory, Rs 154,139 less than the Changan Karvaan, which starts at Rs 31.49 lakh.
Which is more powerful, the Suzuki Alto or the Changan Karvaan?
The Changan Karvaan Power Comfort is the most powerful (Changan Karvaan Power Comfort: 96 hp; Suzuki Alto VXR: 39 hp).
Which has more safety features, the Suzuki Alto or the Changan Karvaan?
The Suzuki Alto VXR has 2 airbags and 7 safety and driver-assistance features and the Changan Karvaan Power Comfort has 2 airbags and 4 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Suzuki Alto and Changan Karvaan prices the same across Pakistan?
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.
