4-speed Automatic Transmission (AT)
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

Revamped interiors. Integrated rear spoiler. ABS and airbags available as optional for the customers. With 50-50 rear split seats. Updated front seat head restraints. New alloy wheels. More powerful engine not available presently.

Maruti Suzuki, the country's largest car-maker, has come up with its youngest brand A-star in a revamped form. Maruti New A-star is known for its contemporary styling, fantastic handling and ride quality, dynamic turning radius, power, flat torque and superior performance. In addition, the eco-friendly characteristic of the car adds to its popularity. It is designed to meet the "end of life vehicle" (ELV) specifications according to which the cars components are up to 85% recyclable.

An automatic variant of the New A-star has been introduced to strengthen its position and enhance its drivability. It accounts for almost 1/3 rd of A-Star sales. The scooped front seats back is introduced to enhance the leg room for rear passengers.

Rated as the "Most fuel efficient car" in the world by Global green challenge Australia, 2nd most environmental friendly car by VCD Germany, Maruti Suzuki A-star is one of the most awarded cars in MSIL's list of cars. It has also bagged the "Total Customer Satisfaction Award" in 2009-10, 2010-11, "Car of the year" felicitation from leading auto magazines, Topgear, Zigwheels and Autocar.

The Maruti Suzuki New A-star is available in the following variants- LXI, VXI, VXI AT, ZXI and ZXI (with ABS and Airbags). It is available in an array of seven colors which include Glistening grey, Caffeine Brown, Paradise Blue, Silky Silver, Arctic White, Bright Red and Midnight Black.

The Maruti Suzuki New A-star is equipped with the flamboyant 998 cc 3 cylinder K10B petrol engine which churns out 66 bhp @ 6200 rpm and a maximum torque of 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm. Maruti Suzuki A-star is the first car from Maruti Suzuki fitted with the latest invention in engine technology, the new generation KB Series engine.

The new Maruti Suzuki A-star is available with the option of 4-speed automatic transmission and 5-speed manual transmission.

The suspension device consist of MacPherson strut and coil spring in the front and Isolated trailing link and coil spring at the rear which imparts precise handling and ride comfort even on bumpy roads.

The new Maruti Suzuki A-star delivers impressive aesthetics. It gets new alloy wheels, body colored bumper, new integrated rear spoiler which imparts a sumptuous look. New integrated rear spoiler for sportiness has also been introduced.

The new Maruti Suzuki A-star sports completely revamped interiors. The interior is luxurious with 50-50 rear split seats which have enhanced user convenience and boot space usage, reworked front seat head restraints, handy cubby holes, bottle holders have been added for comfort and ease, cabin light, floor carpet, cup holders, assist grips (co driver and rear) and sunvisor with ticket holder. The dual "grey and beige" interiors impart a feeling of airiness and space.

The The new Maruti Suzuki A-star has been designed keeping the highest safety standards in mind. It is equipped with many safety features which include total effective control technology, child-proof rear door locks, high mounted stop lamp, front ventilated disc 13 inch, front wipers and washer with intermittent and immobiliser. The ABS and airbags are now available as optional for the customers.

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29 September, 2011 Car maker Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday said it has started the second shift production at the second unit inside the Manesar facility even as talks between the management and workers’ representatives to end the month-long impasse remained inconclusive.
The discussion between senior company officials and the recognised workers’ body Maruti Udyog Kamgar Union (MUKU), which is negotiating on behalf of the Manesar plant employees, failed yesterday as workers continued to press for taking back all 62 dismissed and suspended people that the management refused.
“The management had accepted to take back 18 employees, while it decided to take disciplinary actions against the rest. However, the workers are demanding to take back all of them and that cannot happen,” a source close to the development told PTI.
With the management refusing to hold direct talks with the Manesar plant workers, whose demand for recognising a new body Maruti Suzuki Employees Union (MSEU) has been rejected, the workers had authorised MUKU to negotiate on their behalf.
The company has so far dismissed 33 workers and suspended 29 on charges of sabotage and deliberate quality compromise. In the meantime, the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) on Wednesday held a protest rally in front of the plant in solidarity with agitators.
Meanwhile, MSI said it has started the ‘B’ shift at the second plant at Manesar on Wednesday.
“The company has also started production of A-Star at Manesar plants today. This is in line with the company’s decision to further scale up production and resume manufacturing other models also at Manesar plants,” it added. Day before yesterday, it resumed production of sedan SX4 at the unit. The company also rolled out 700 units of its hatchback Swift on Wednesday. “This takes the cumulative Swift production since August 31, 2011, to over 10,000 units,” it added.
The deadlock between MSI management and workers of the Manesar plant has been continuing since August 29, when the company prevented them from entering the factory premises unless they signed a ‘good conduct’ bond, following alleged sabotage and deliberate compromise on the quality of cars being produced.

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16.5 / 21.0 km/l (city/highway)
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) and 5-speed Automatic Tansmission * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

KB Series Engine. Penta Drive. ELV Specifications. Aerodynamic Design. Good Engine Ventilation. Excellent Fuel Efficiency.

In the growing and accelerated journey of the Indian car industry, Maruti Suzuki A-star is a marvel that marks a beginning of the small car revolution. With a high degree of vivacity, the car holds an attitude that knows no boundaries and is created at a juncture where technology meets innovation and enthusiasm.

The scintillating A-star is made in India for the global market to meet European standards. It shines above all with its brilliant styling, superior engineering, excellent performance, and unmatched fuel efficiency. In addition, the eco-friendly characteristics of the car add extra worth and shine to the already blazing star. It is designed to meet the 'end of life vehicle' (ELV) specifications according to which the cars components are up to 85% recyclable. This global car is also presented with the most dynamic Penta Drive, a zenith of five world class features.

Maruti Suzuki A-star is the first car from Maruti Suzuki fitted with the latest invention in engine technology, the new generation KB Series engine. Powered with the K10B engine, the car is cautiously designed to meet the present as well as future emission norms in India as well as overseas. In the present scenario, the car's engine is in compliance with the BS-III emission norms. In India, the car is available in three variants, LXi, VXi, and the top-end version ZXi.

The innovative and powerful KB engine in the A-star churns out 66 bhp @ 6200 rpm and a torque of 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm. The engine is mated with a 5-speed manual and automatic transmission.

This new Star is designed keeping in mind Indian road conditions and aspirations of Indian consumers. With a turning radius of 4.5 metres and a ground clearance of 170 mm, the A-star boasts of improved performance and high acceleration. The McPherson strut and coil spring front suspension and an independent trailing link at the rear helps in precise road handling and enhances riding comfort.

Artistically crafted with detail, precision, and wild imagination, Maruti Suzuki A-star delivers impressive aesthetics. The overall design of the car is a true reflection of the contemporary European tastes. The brilliant aerodynamic design along with a host of appealing features like sweeping expressive lamps, comet shaped tail lamps, striking bumper, and a wide sporty grille with good engine ventilation adds to the exciting impression of the car exterior.

Coming to A-star's interior, it is a blend of modernity and ethnicity. Peep into the car to rejoice in the world of technology, advancement, and innovations. The interior holds a well-carved aero-dashboard with an integrated car audio system with AUX-in facility. An impressive instrumentation with a smart tacho pod, digital trip meter, odometer, fuel gauge, and clock adds to the engaging ambience of the car.

Maruti Suzuki has fitted the best-in-class safety technologies to ensure safety of its valued customers. Some of the best safety features in the car include the high rigid body structure, crushable structure energy dispersing frame, airbags, and anti-lock brakes. The crushable structure of the car is attributed to a new concept known as Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) concept. According to this concept, the structure of the car absorbs impact energy away from the car passengers in case of collisions.

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16.5 / 21.0 km/l (city/highway)
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) and 5-speed Automatic Tansmission * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

KB Series Engine. Penta Drive. ELV Specifications. Aerodynamic Design. Good Engine Ventilation. Excellent Fuel Efficiency.

In the growing and accelerated journey of the Indian car industry, Maruti Suzuki A-star is a marvel that marks a beginning of the small car revolution. With a high degree of vivacity, the car holds an attitude that knows no boundaries and is created at a juncture where technology meets innovation and enthusiasm.

The scintillating A-star is made in India for the global market to meet European standards. It shines above all with its brilliant styling, superior engineering, excellent performance, and unmatched fuel efficiency. In addition, the eco-friendly characteristics of the car add extra worth and shine to the already blazing star. It is designed to meet the 'end of life vehicle' (ELV) specifications according to which the cars components are up to 85% recyclable. This global car is also presented with the most dynamic Penta Drive, a zenith of five world class features.

Maruti Suzuki A-star is the first car from Maruti Suzuki fitted with the latest invention in engine technology, the new generation KB Series engine. Powered with the K10B engine, the car is cautiously designed to meet the present as well as future emission norms in India as well as overseas. In the present scenario, the car's engine is in compliance with the BS-III emission norms. In India, the car is available in three variants, LXi, VXi, and the top-end version ZXi.

The innovative and powerful KB engine in the A-star churns out 66 bhp @ 6200 rpm and a torque of 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm. The engine is mated with a 5-speed manual and automatic transmission.

This new Star is designed keeping in mind Indian road conditions and aspirations of Indian consumers. With a turning radius of 4.5 metres and a ground clearance of 170 mm, the A-star boasts of improved performance and high acceleration. The McPherson strut and coil spring front suspension and an independent trailing link at the rear helps in precise road handling and enhances riding comfort.

Artistically crafted with detail, precision, and wild imagination, Maruti Suzuki A-star delivers impressive aesthetics. The overall design of the car is a true reflection of the contemporary European tastes. The brilliant aerodynamic design along with a host of appealing features like sweeping expressive lamps, comet shaped tail lamps, striking bumper, and a wide sporty grille with good engine ventilation adds to the exciting impression of the car exterior.

Coming to A-star's interior, it is a blend of modernity and ethnicity. Peep into the car to rejoice in the world of technology, advancement, and innovations. The interior holds a well-carved aero-dashboard with an integrated car audio system with AUX-in facility. An impressive instrumentation with a smart tacho pod, digital trip meter, odometer, fuel gauge, and clock adds to the engaging ambience of the car.

Maruti Suzuki has fitted the best-in-class safety technologies to ensure safety of its valued customers. Some of the best safety features in the car include the high rigid body structure, crushable structure energy dispersing frame, airbags, and anti-lock brakes. The crushable structure of the car is attributed to a new concept known as Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) concept. According to this concept, the structure of the car absorbs impact energy away from the car passengers in case of collisions.

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