Top 10 Low Maintenance Cars in India

Owning a car is a dream for many, but buying one may not be due to the maintenance costs involved. Servicing costs, fuel expenses, annual insurance, and miscellaneous repairs alone may cost a fortune when summed up over a long period of time. For this, people often choose to buy low-maintenance cars that demand less cash and time. The following is a list of top 10 low-maintenance cars in India that do not need routine checkups but still remain in good condition.

Renault Duster

Renault Duster is value for money for having an engine that generates maximum power and torque, is ideal for adventures, and demands little in terms of maintenance expenses. The SUV is reliable when it comes to performance and efficiency.

Renault Duster Service Cost: The estimated service cost for Renault Duster is Rs 27,795 for 5 years.

Toyota Etios Liva

Owning a Toyota Etios Liva is a great decision in terms of maintenance costs. The car comes with reliability, safety features, dual front SRS airbags, unique designs, extensive cabin, boot space and reliable engine, and is available in both petrol and diesel engine variants.

Toyota Etios Liva Service Cost: The estimated service cost for Toyota Etios Liva is Rs 18,890 for 5 years.

Hyundai Grand i10

Hyundai Grand i10 features bold looks, spacious interiors, cutting-edge technology in gear shift, impact-sensing door unlock facility and contemporary styling. Hyundai Grand i10 does not require an arm and a leg for maintenance and servicing. Periodic paid service is recommended at every 10,000 km or 12 months.

Hyundai Grand i10 Service Cost: The estimated service cost for Hyundai Grand i10 is Rs 16,645 for 5 years.

Maruti Suzuki Dzire

Maruti Suzuki Dzire is a sedan with stellar interiors, advanced auto gear shift technology, and sophisticated enhancements that requires very low maintenance make the car more desirable.

Maruti Suzuki Dzire Service Cost: The estimated service cost for Maruti Suzuki Dzire is Rs 23,656 for 5 years. For the first 3 services, no labour charges are required.

Maruti Suzuki Swift

Maruti Swift is the best-selling low-maintenance hatchback in India. The car features precision alloy wheels, mesmerizing and comfy interiors, unique floating roof design, and body sculpting.

Maruti Suzuki Swift Service Cost: The estimated service cost of Swift is Rs 26,400 for 5 years. Check the brake fluid and the clutch fluid for every 20,000 km (24 months), spark plug (in petrol cars) for 40,000 kms and gear/transmission oil for 1.6 lakh km (10 years).

Tata Nano

Tata Nano is not only one of the most economical cars but also one that requires the least maintenance to stay in good shape. The compact body proportions, premium upholstery, easy shift AMT, infinity motiff grille, and AmphiStream music system features of the car are a bang for the buck. And the best thing is that the maintenance of Tata Nano goes easy on pockets.

Tata Nano Service Cost: The estimated service cost of Tata Nano is Rs 10,980 for 6 years. Check the fuel filter for every 10,000 kms, air filter for every 30,000 kms, coolant for every 40,000 kms and AC compressor at 1 lakh kilometres.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Since its launch, Maruti Suzuki Wagon R has been a huge success and an affordable hatchback in the Indian market. The car comes with a 5-speed AMT gearbox, spacious cabinets, and great fuel capacity, and enables hassle-free drive. Powered by a 1-L petrol engine, Maruti Suzuki Wagon R does not demand high maintenance and can be maintained with periodic servicing.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Service Cost: The estimated service cost of Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is Rs 13,386 for 5 years.

Wagon R offers three labour free services; you only need to pay for oil and filter costs and are exempt from labour charges. Paid service is performed for every 10,000 km, and major servicing will be at 40,000 km.

For every one year, that is for 10,000 km, you need to check the engine and oil filter. Gear oil or transmission need not be changed for 10 years, and brake fluid and coolant need to be refilled within two years or 20,000 km. You need to schedule a paid service for wheel alignment and balancing for every 10,000 kms.

Maruti Suzuki Celerio

Maruti Suzuki Celerio is a blend of class and comfort and is the most affordable automatic car in India. The car is highly fuel-efficient and reliable with low maintenance drawing power from a 1.0-L petrol engine.  The petrol variant of Maruti Suzuki Celerio gives a mileage of 23.1 km/l; whereas, the CNG model provides 31.76 km/kg.

Maruti Suzuki Celerio Service Cost: The estimated service cost of Maruti Suzuki Celerio is Rs 18,495 for 5 years. The first three services are free of cost.

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

With a bold stance, top engineering, front fascia, dual-tone interiors, k-series engine, and AGS technology, Maruti Alto K10 is another popular low-maintenance car in India with affordable spares and service. The car gives ARAI-certified mileage of 24.07 km/l in petrol variant and 32.26 km/kg in the CNG variant.

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Service Cost: The service cost of Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is approximately Rs 13,969 for 5 years.

Maruti Suzuki Alto

Despite its captivating ultra-modern look and effective engineering, Maruti Suzuki Alto is the top-selling low-maintenance car in India. Alto is now available in BS-VI ready petrol engine and is well equipped with safety features suitable for Indian roads.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Service Cost: The service cost of an Alto is approximately Rs 16,935 for 5 years.

The first two services (for six months), including regular inspection, engine tuning, oil filter, engine oil and air filter replacement, are free of cost.