Is the Celerio’s build quality really as bad as some people will have you believe?

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When it comes to budget friendly cars such as the Celerio, build quality is a contentious issue. Maruti Suzuki is great for reliability but people often complain that their vehicles are too flimsy. Here we take a look at how Celerio performs over time based on the experiences of Celerio owners in the real world. It also looks at the balance between affordability and durability, and if the Celerio has been built to a price point that justifies its build quality. The debate frequently compares like competitors in the same segment and discusses safety standards, long term maintenance costs and the overall value proposition of the vehicle.

@richa-mitt · Accepted Answer

I have had mine for 5 years and 100,000 km. No rattles, and still going strong. If you take care of it, build quality is fine.

@reena-yada · Answer

The panels on the outside are made thin, but the structure of the core seems solid. It's a compromise to keep the weight, and the price, down.

@abhijeet-r · Answer

It's all relative. It's not bad at all compared to cars of a decade ago. Now, we’re just spoiled for choice.

@divya-gupt · Answer

I own both a Celerio and a Hyundai, the difference in build quality is night and day. Maruti has to up their game.

@abhinit-ku · Answer

People exaggerate. Yes, it’s built to a price point, but it’s not like it’s going to fall apart. Daily use is perfectly adequate.

@abhay-sing · Answer

I think it's pretty bad. The plastics are cheap and the doors feel tinny. I wish I had spent a little more for a Tiago.

@mansi-upad · Answer

It’s not good, but it’s not bad. At the price, it's what you'd expect. It's been 3 years and mine's held up fine.

Is the Celerio’s build quality really as bad as some people will have you believe?

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