Recently launched, Rinco Aria is a budget-friendly EV launched in Pakistan for Rs.2.4 million. By far, this is the cheapest EV in Pakistan, priced in the same price range as many budget hatchbacks like Alto VXL AGS, Suzuki Wagon R VXL and KIA Picanto.
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Let’s find out if Rinco Aria will outshine its local competition, making it the most-desired budget EV in Pakistan.
Specifications comparison
Here are the general specifications of the above mentioned cars.
| Specifications | Rinco Aria | Alto VXL | Wagon R VXL | KIA Picanto M/T |
| L × W × H (mm) | 3380 x 1520 x 1590 | 3600 x 1600 x 1540 | 3600×1475×1670 | 3595 x 1595 x 1490 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | – | 170 | 170 | 152 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2440 | 2460 | 2400 | 2385 |
| Curb weight (kg) | 760 | 670 | 830 | 840 |
| Engine Displacement (cc) | – | 660 | 998 | 998 |
| Engine technology | – | R06A | K10B 12 valve DOHC | 12 valve DOHC |
| Power figures | 17kV and 75Nm | 38hp and 56 Nm | 67 hp and 90 Nm | 68hp and 94 Nm |
| Transmission | Single speed Automatic | 5-speed AGS | 5 speed M/T | 5 speed M/T |
| Alloy wheels | 13-inch alloy wheels | – | 13-inch alloy wheels | 14-inch |
| Tyre Size | 155/65/R13 | 145/80/R13 | 145/80/R13 | 165/65/R14 |
| Fuel tank capacity | – | 27L | 35L | 35L |
You may find an engine missing in Rinco Aria, that’s because it’s an EV and doesn’t need an engine. If you are looking for power, go for Picanto followed by Wagon R. Being an EV, Rinco offers instant thrust.
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Features Comparison
Let’s compare the features of these hatchbacks now.
| Features | Rinco Aria | Alto VXL | Wagon RVXL | KIA Picanto M/T |
| keyless entry | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbags | – | 2 | – | 2 |
| ABS with EBD | ✓ | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| Traction Control + VSC | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Push Start | – | – | – | – |
| Adjustable steering wheel | – | – | – | Tilt Adjustable |
| Multimedia steering control | – | – | – | Trip controls |
| Infotainment display | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Apple Carplay and Android Auto | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Speakers | Front 2 | Front 2 | Front 2 | 4 speakers |
| Climate control | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Rear parking camera | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Rear parking sensor | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Fog lamps | – | – | – | – |
| Integrated LED turn signals | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Rear headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Front headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| High mounted brake lamp | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Hold Assist | – | – | – | – |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Retractable side view mirrors | – | ✓ | – | – |
| Auto-adjustable side view mirrors | – | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| Rear headrest | ✓ | – | – | ✓ |
| Rear windshield wiper | – | – | – | ✓ |
Rinco Aria has a complete range of comfort as well as safety features. However, it doesn’t have any airbags, which can jeopardize its sale in Pakistan post June 30, 2022. Suzuki Alto which costs around Rs. 6 lacs less comes equipped with dual airbags, retractable mirrors and an excellent service network.
Price
Here’s the rub.
| Model | Price (Rs) |
| Rinco Aria EV | 2,400,000 |
| Suzuki Alto VXL | 1,886,000 |
| Suzuki Wagon R | 2,129,000 |
| KIA Picanto | 2,600,000 |
Suzuki Alto VXL is the cheapest of the four. Picanto offers less features than the competition and still comes out to be the most expensive.
Now let’s take a look at their fuel average.
Fuel Average Comparison
| Model | City mileage | Highway mileage |
| Rinco Aria EV | 20 – 22 km per unit of electricity | |
| Suzuki Alto VXL | 17 – 18 km/L | 21 – 22 km/L |
| Suzuki Wagon R VXL | 14 – 15 km/L | 17 – 18 km/L |
| KIA Picanto | 12 – 13 km/L | 14 – 15 km/L |
Being an EV, Rinco Aria is obviously the best option among its competitors. Also, it is environmentally friendly. Amongst combustion engine cars, Suzuki Alto offers the best fuel average.
What Do We Think of This Comparison?
Rinco Aria is a commendable effort to promote EV culture in Pakistan. In the past few years we have not seen many budget EVs in Pakistan. Now that we have one, it’s definitely a head turner.
Among combustion engine cars, Suzuki Alto offers the best value for money option and that’s probably why Suzuki has sold over 53,241 units of Alto in the last 9 months. Price wise, Rinco Aria is your second best option, especially considering that it comes without airbags. KIA Picanto is a good car, however it’s not worth paying Rs.2.6 million for this hatchback. It, too, lacks basics like infotainment display, retractable mirror, rear camera, etc.
After reading this comparison, are you convinced that Rinco Aria is the best of the four? Let us know in the comments section below.
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