Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol vs Tata Ace Gold
Price, payload and mileage compared, with running cost, on-road price and EMI.
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Quick answer
Buy the Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol for a lower price (from ₹4.2 lakh), more power per tonne and a tighter turning circle for city lanes.
Buy the Tata Ace Gold for lower diesel cost (₹4.53 per km).
Both need only an LMV licence.
₹4.2-5.4 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 740 kg
- Mileage
- 18 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹7,474/mo
₹5-6.98 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 750 kg
- Mileage
- 21 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹8,898/mo
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol vs Tata Ace Gold: the verdict
The Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol costs less to buy: it starts at ₹4.2 lakh ex-showroom against ₹5 lakh for the Tata Ace Gold, about ₹80,000 less. Each tonne of payload costs ₹6.49 lakh on the Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol against ₹7.99 lakh on the Tata Ace Gold. The right pick depends on your work.
Choose the Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol if you
- want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan
- drive ghats, flyovers or highways fully loaded
- work in narrow city lanes, where its tighter turning circle helps
Choose the Tata Ace Gold if you
- run long distances every day, where a lower fuel cost per km adds up
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol and Tata Ace Gold: pros and cons
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol
Pros
- Lower starting price at ₹4.2 lakh
- Tighter 4.3 m turning radius for city lanes
- 79 HP and 104 Nm, more power for its weight
- Cheaper per tonne of payload (₹6.49 lakh)
Cons
- Higher diesel cost at ₹5.67 per km
Tata Ace Gold
Pros
- Lower diesel cost at ₹4.53 per km
Cons
- Wider 4.63 m turning radius
- Less power for its weight (17.8 HP per tonne)
- Costs more per tonne of payload (₹7.99 lakh)
- Top variants cost up to ₹6.98 lakh
Which should you buy? Answer 3 questions
The suggestion updates as you answer.
1 · How much do you usually carry per trip?
2 · Where do you mostly drive?
3 · How far do you drive in a day?
Either will do
On your answers the two come out even. Compare on-road prices and dealer distance below.
- Super Carry PetrolIts tighter turning circle (4.3 m against 4.63 m) makes narrow lanes and markets easier.
- Ace GoldSaves about ₹3,420 a month on fuel at 3,000 km.
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol vs Tata Ace Gold: comparison table
Only the figures that differ by more than a few per cent. The better figure is marked in green.
| Feature | Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol | Tata Ace Gold | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹4.2-5.4 Lakh✓ better | ₹5-6.98 Lakh | Super Carry Petrol: ₹0.8 lakh less |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹5.67 | ₹4.53✓ better | Ace Gold: ₹1.14 less |
| Turning radius | 4.3 m✓ better | 4.63 m | Super Carry Petrol: 0.33 m tighter |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 49.4 HP✓ better | 17.8 HP | Super Carry Petrol: 31.6 HP more |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹6.49 lakh✓ better | ₹7.99 lakh | Super Carry Petrol: ₹1.5 lakh less |
| Overall length | 3,800 mm (12 ft 6 in) | 4,075 mm (13 ft 4 in) | Ace Gold: 0 ft 11 in longer |
On-road price and EMI in your city
City
Down payment
Loan period
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol
₹4.50 L onwards
5 years at 12%
Tata Ace Gold
₹5.36 L onwards
5 years at 12%
The Super Carry Petrol EMI is ₹1,424 a month lower.
On-road figures add an estimate of RTO and insurance to the lowest ex-showroom price. EMI is on the ex-showroom price at 12% a year. Dealers quote exact figures.
Can you get a loan for it?
A quick check using the rule many lenders follow: all your EMIs together should stay within about half your monthly income.
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol
Loan needed ₹3.36 L · EMI ₹7,474 a month
Likely eligible
The EMI fits within half your monthly income.
Tata Ace Gold
Loan needed ₹4.00 L · EMI ₹8,898 a month
Likely eligible
The EMI fits within half your monthly income.
Documents you’ll usually need
- Aadhaar card and PAN card
- Address proof
- Last 6 months’ bank statements
- Income proof or ITR, if you have one
- Business or transport contract, if any
This is a rough guide. Banks and NBFCs decide using your credit score, income proof and the truck’s use.
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol and Tata Ace Gold variants
This page compares the base versions. Prices change by variant and city; open a version for its own price, deck size and payload.
Tata Ace Gold variants
- Ace Gold 2100/DieselGet price
900 kg payload, 7 ft 3 in deck, Deck Body
- Ace Gold 2100/Diesel PlusGet price
900 kg payload, 7 ft 3 in deck, Deck Body
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol vs Tata Ace Gold: full specifications
Price
| Specification | Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol | Tata Ace Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹4.2-5.4 Lakh | ₹5-6.98 Lakh |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹6.49 lakh✓ better | ₹7.99 lakh |
| EMI (20% down, 12%, 5 years) | ₹7,474 a month✓ better | ₹8,898 a month |
Engine and power
| Specification | Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol | Tata Ace Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine | 1,197 cc | 700 cc |
| Power | 79 HP✓ better | 30 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 49.4 HP✓ better | 17.8 HP |
| Emission norm | BS6 | BS6 |
| Gearbox | 5 Speed Manual | 5-speed Manual |
Payload and weight
| Specification | Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol | Tata Ace Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 740 kg | 750 kg |
| Gross vehicle weight (GVW) | 1,600 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Tyres | 4 tyres | 4 tyres |
| Axle configuration | 4X2 | 4X2 |
| Licence needed | LMV | LMV |
Dimensions
| Specification | Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol | Tata Ace Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 3,800 mm (12 ft 6 in) | 4,075 mm (13 ft 4 in) |
| Overall width | 1,562 mm (5 ft 1 in) | 1,500 mm (4 ft 11 in) |
| Overall height | 1,883 mm (6 ft 2 in) | 1,845 mm (6 ft 1 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2,110 mm (6 ft 11 in) | 2,250 mm (7 ft 5 in) |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm (6 in) | 160 mm (6 in) |
| Turning radius | 4.3 m | 4.63 m |
Mileage and range
| Specification | Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol | Tata Ace Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed mileage | 18 km/l | 21 km/l |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹5.67 | ₹4.53✓ better |
Tata Ace Diesel
Sits closest to both on payload and price: ₹5-7 Lakh, 750 kg payload, 17 km/l.
Where these figures come from
- Specifications, payload and mileage are the makers’ published figures.
- Fuel cost uses the Delhi fuel price and each maker’s claimed mileage.
- On-road prices add an estimate of RTO and insurance to the lowest ex-showroom price. EMI assumes 12% a year.
- Ownership figures (service, tyres, insurance, resale) are our estimates, marked as such where they appear.
Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol vs Tata Ace Gold: FAQs
Neither is better for every buyer. On the figures, the Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol suits buyers who want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan, while the Tata Ace Gold suits buyers who run long distances every day, where a lower fuel cost per km adds up. The verdict at the top of this page sets out the price, payload, running cost and power differences.
The Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol costs less to buy: it starts at ₹4.2 lakh ex-showroom against ₹5 lakh for the Tata Ace Gold, about ₹80,000 less. On-road prices add RTO and insurance, which vary by state; this page shows Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
The Tata Ace Gold is cheaper to run: about ₹4.53 of fuel per km against ₹5.67 at today's Delhi prices, roughly ₹3,400 a month less over 3,000 km. Claimed figures come from the makers; real mileage depends on load, route and driving.
They carry about the same load, close to 740 kg. Loading past the rated payload invites fines, faster tyre wear and costly repairs.
Both need an ordinary LMV licence. Their GVW is within 7,500 kg, so they count as light motor vehicles.
The Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol, on paper: it has 49.4 HP per tonne of GVW against 17.8 HP on the Tata Ace Gold, which shows on climbs at full load.
About ₹4.5 lakh for the Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol and ₹5.36 lakh for the Tata Ace Gold, for the base versions. That adds an estimate of RTO and insurance to the ex-showroom price; dealers quote the exact figure.
With 20% down and a 5-year loan at 12%, the EMI starts near ₹7,474 a month for the Maruti Suzuki Super Carry Petrol and ₹8,898 for the Tata Ace Gold. Change the down payment and loan period in the price section above.
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