In an ambitious move to add to the already competitive small car segment, Suzuki has loaded the Alto with features. Possibly the most impressive feat is the Alto’s four star ANCAP safety rating.

At first glance the interior looks – cue the gasps – not too bad. While there’s a lot of plastic hanging about the seats are comfortable and the controls easy to use.

There’s enough room in the cabin for two adults to sit comfortably. The rear seats are a seldom use accessory rather than a functional set of rear seats. At a stretch you could fit a couple of kids in the rear row for short travels.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Alto’s four star ANCAP safety rating.
• Enough room in the cabin
• Cute exterior design is inoffensive and functional
• Powering the 910kg Alto is a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder engine
• Alto is built strictly as a city car