Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

The new Maruti Wagon R might be renamed as Wagon R Minor and will be offered in the top variant - VXi+ AGS and expected to be priced in the range of Rs 4.13 lakh to Rs 5.36 lakh.

Maruti Suzuki might rename the Stingray hatchback in India as the Wagon R Minor. The new Wagon R Minor was recently spotted testing in the country with the same styling and features as the Stingray, but with a WagonR badging.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

There is no official confirmation if the new Wagon R Minor will replace the regular model; however, that seems to be the move from the carmaker. As per the dealership communication, the new Wagon R Minor has been priced in the range of Rs 4.13 lakh to Rs 5.36 lakh ex-showroom.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

The spy pictures reveal a slightly updated Stingray aka Wagon R Minor, the only new addition is the Wagon R badging on the chrome strip above the license plate. Also, on the inside, the cabin has been updated with dual-tone black and beige interior.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

The interior is also seen with beige upholstery compared to the all-black interior of the regular Stingray. The Wagon R Minor will come with body colour options: Superior White, Silky Silver Metallic, Passion Red, Metallic Glistening Grey, Metallic Baker's Chocolate, Metallic Blazing Blue, and Midnight Blue.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

Suzuki, the parent company of the Maruti Suzuki have showcased a 7-seater concept based on the WagonR hatchback and was codenamed YJC.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

The concept was to serve a new 7-seater Wagon R MPV. With the moniker ‘Minor' in the new rebranded Stingray, it is to be seen if a bigger WagonR will be introduced later.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Might Be Rebranded With A New Name

As for the power to the Wagon R Minor, the specifications remains the same and will continue to get 1.0-litre three cylinder petrol engine and paired with the 5-speed manual or the AMT gearbox.

Current Maruti Suzuki WagonR Model

Current Maruti Suzuki WagonR Model

Also, a new top variant VXI+ will be available with the WagonR Minor and will come with the company's Auto Gear Shift (AGS) AMT unit. A CNG variant could be offered as well.

Current Maruti Suzuki WagonR Model

Current Maruti Suzuki WagonR Model

Looking to buy a car? Why not consider the upcoming new Swift from Maruti Suzuki. The next-generation Swift is sharper and sportier than the current model and has been updated with new technology and features. Below is an extensive photo gallery of the new Swift, click to view.

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Article Published On: Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 9:52 [IST]
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