Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal has reignited social media interest around his famous blue 2005 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R after sharing candid details about the vehicle’s fate during an appearance on Sarthak Goswami’s podcast.
The modest hatchback, long viewed as a cornerstone symbol of Kejriwal’s grassroots political persona, sparked viral memes and online banter comparing his humble ride to the luxury SUVs commonly driven by political leaders.
What Happened to the Legendary Hatchback?
When asked on the podcast about the current whereabouts of the blue hatchback, Kejriwal cleared up the mystery behind the car:
“We used it after the first election, but later it got condemned. After 2015, I started using the official vehicle. Since then, AAP members began using the car for official purposes.”
Kejriwal also revealed that the car was originally received as a voluntary donation to the party during its early days.
Symbolic Value in AAP’s Political Journey
The blue Wagon R became deeply entrenched in Indian political folklore during the 2013 Delhi Assembly elections:
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Political Debut: AAP made a dramatic debut by winning 28 out of 70 seats.
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Unseating Incumbency: Kejriwal defeated three-term Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the New Delhi constituency by over 22,000 votes.
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Visual Metaphor: The hatchback became a visual symbol contrasting AAP’s anti-VIP, “aam aadmi” stance against traditional political establishment culture.
Technical Specifications: 2005 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R
Despite its grand political significance, the vehicle itself was a standard first-generation urban hatchback built for everyday practicality:
| Attribute | Specification |
| Engine | 1.1-litre F10D 4-cylinder Petrol |
| Power Output | 64 bhp |
| Peak Torque | 84 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed Manual / 3-speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | 12–15 kmpl (City conditions) |
| Dimensions (L × W) | 3,595 mm × 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Design Type | Tall-boy design with seating for 5 |
