Photography: Kunal Khadse    19 Nov 2008

From concept to reality, we've been following the progress of the A-Star with baited breath. It is one of the biggest launches to come from the MSIL stable and forms part of the global line up of Suzuki vehicles.

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The all new A-Star can best be described as a cute little car that comes packed with oodles of attitude to take on the not-so-premium hatchbacks that are present in the market as of today.

View Specs & Features	Ex Showroom Delhi
Maruti Suzuki A-Star Lxi	Rs.3,46,775
Maruti Suzuki A-Star Vxi	Rs.3,74,775
Maruti Suzuki A-Star Zxi	Rs.4,11,775

Fitted with a 998cc, 3 cylinder KB 10 Series engine that generates a healthy 67PS @ 6200 rpm and a noteworthy torque of 90Nm@3500 rpm, the A-Star is touted to offer a peppy yet frugal drive.

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It's got the makings of a winner, and though it will compete in a rather crowded A2 segment, the A Star does come across as a car that will carve a healthy portion of the pie out for itself.