Maruti Suzuki has brought the Cervo to showrooms at a headline price of ₹2.48 lakh ex-showroom. Built for first-time car owners and city families, this compact hatch keeps costs low without cutting corners on reliability. The Cervo follows the philosophy that made the Maruti 800 famous: simple engineering, easy repairs, and wallet-friendly running costs.
Compact yet Modern Design
The Cervo’s body is short and upright, perfect for squeezing through traffic or parking in narrow lanes. A slim horizontal grille, clear halogen headlamps, and neatly sculpted bumper give the nose a clean look. From the side, stubby overhangs trim the car’s length to just above 3.3 metres, helping it zip through congested city streets. The rear carries vertical tail-lamps and a wide opening hatch that reveals 210 litres of boot space, enough for a couple of suitcases or the weekly grocery haul. Inside, the dual-tone cabin feels airy. Plastics are hard but well finished, and the dashboard places knobs and switches within easy reach so the driver need not hunt for controls while driving.
Frugal 668cc Engine
Under the bonnet sits a 668 cc three-cylinder petrol motor that produces 43 bhp at 6 000 rpm and 58 Nm at 3 500 rpm. Figures may look modest, yet the Cervo weighs little more than 700 kg, so progress in city traffic feels brisk enough. The motor is tuned for low-end torque, letting drivers pull away cleanly from low revs and climb flyovers without downshifting too often. A five-speed manual gearbox features short, positive throws, and its tall fifth gear keeps engine revs calm on open stretches. Maruti’s engineers have added extra sound insulation around the firewall, reducing engine noise at cruising speeds.
Smooth City Ride
MacPherson struts up front and a torsion-beam axle at the rear form a suspension that bends more toward comfort than corner carving. Broken tarmac and speed breakers are soaked up without jolting passengers, and the 14-inch wheels with 155-section tyres add a handy cushion of sidewall. Steering is electrically assisted from the LXi variant upward, making three-point turns light work. With a turning radius of just 4.4 metres, the Cervo slips into spots often reserved for scooters, a huge plus in tight residential colonies.
Practical Feature Set
Maruti has kept equipment simple yet sensible. Even the base Std trim bundles dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, and a basic digital trip meter. LXi adds power steering and manual air-conditioning, while VXi gets front power windows and central locking. The top VXi+ trim spices things up with body-colored mirrors, an FM-USB audio unit, and remote keyless entry. All variants feature intuitive rotary HVAC dials, large cup holders, and 60:40 split-fold rear seats to stretch cargo room when required.
Outstanding Fuel Economy
The headline number is the certified 46 km per litre fuel efficiency. Real-world mileage depends on driving style, yet even conservative tests suggest 38–42 km pl in mixed conditions, making the Cervo one of India’s thriftiest petrol cars. Coupled with a 32-litre tank, a single fill can last over 1 300 km, slashing monthly fuel bills for students, gig-economy workers, and daily office commuters. Low rolling resistance tyres, tall gearing, and an electronic throttle body fine-tuned for economy all play their part.
Pricing and Variants
Maruti has staggered the Cervo range to keep entry pricing keen while allowing step-up options:
| Variant | Key Add-ons | Ex-showroom Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Cervo Std | Dual airbags, ABS, steel wheels | ₹2.48 lakh |
| Cervo LXi | Power steering, AC | ₹2.89 lakh |
| Cervo VXi | Front power windows, central locking | ₹3.29 lakh |
| Cervo VXi+ | USB audio, remote key, body-coloured trim | ₹3.60 lakh |
*Prices may vary slightly across states and are subject to change.
Even the fully-loaded VXi+ stays below many premium motorcycle OTR prices, proving why the Cervo could disrupt budget motoring once again.
Is the Cervo Right for You?
Choose the Cervo if you want an honest runabout that sips fuel, squeezes into tight lanes, and carries four people in decent comfort. It will not thrill on highways nor boast big-screen infotainment, yet its core strengths—low purchase price, accessible service network, and legendary Maruti resale value—tick the right boxes for cost-aware buyers.
The new Maruti Cervo proves that owning a reliable four-wheeler in India still can be affordable. With record fuel efficiency, a price tag that undercuts many two-wheelers, and Maruti’s vast service support, the Cervo is poised to put countless first-time buyers on four wheels without stretching their budget.
