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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03 February, 2012 To reduce the transit time and increase delivery of vehicles, country’s largest auto-maker Maruti Suzuki would set up its stockyard facility in Nagpur, a top company official said today.
“We will be setting up one in Nagpur soon..”, Maruti Suzuki India Managing Executive Officer (Marketing and Sales) Mayank Pareek told reporters here.
Asked whether the delivery of its latest sedan DZire would be increased with the setting up of stockyard, he said “We are only producing 8,000 units in our plant. We should be increasing the production.. This stockyard would help to reduce the transit time of other products..”, he said.
Currently, delivery of DZire takes upto three to four months.
He said stockyard would be established region-wise so that there would not be any delay in delivery of the vehicles.
“We just opened one in Bangalore.. (for southern region). We will be setting up one in Nagpur soon..”, he said.
Pareek and senior company officials were here to launch the new DZire at Tamil Nadu market.
The new DZire has at least 150 new features compared to the existing model.
The petrol variant is priced at Rs 4.77 lakh to Rs 6.20 lakh (ex-showroom Chennai) and the diesel variant from Rs 5.82 lakh to Rs 7.12 lakh (ex-showroom Chennai).
Maruti Suzuki reported a 5.18 per cent rise in sales in January at 1,15,433 units. The company had sold 1,09,743 units in the same month last year.

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06 February, 2012 The country’s largest car-maker Maruti Suzuki is yet to firm up the land requirement for its proposed new manufacturing plant in Gujarat.
“We do have plans to go to Gujarat and preliminary talks have been already held with the state government. But nothing has been decided on when and how much land will be acquired there,” Managing Executive Officer (Engineering) of Maruti Suzuki I V Rao told reporters here today.
He said that the idea behind the Gujarat plant was to serve export markets through the Mundra port.
"The matter has not been placed before the board for approval yet," Rao said at the launch of new Swift Dzire sedan here.
Rao said the Gujarat idea was floated in May, 2011, when the industry was growing at a healthy rate of 18 per cent.
But with the slowdown in car sales subsequently, no progress had been made in this regard, he said.
With SIAM predicting annual growth of 10 per cent in the automobile segment next few years, the Gurgaon and Manesar plants would suffice to meet the demand.
Post completion of the third plant at Manesar, Maruti’s annual production capacity would touch 1.75 million units.
He said that steps were also being taken to reduce the waiting period for diesel cars by increasing production.

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19.1 kmpl(Overall)(Petrol)
17.4 kmpl(Overall)(Petrol AT)
23.4 kmpl(Overall)(Diesel)
K-Series Petrol engine with VVT, 86 bhp.
DDiS Diesel Engine, 74 bhp.
5-Speed Manual Transmission (MT)
4-Speed Automatic Transmission (AT) * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

150 new features added. Is less than 4 m thus qualifies the excise duty benefits. Good suspension. Body colored bumper imparts sumptuous looks. Luxurious interiors with front door trim pocket. ABS with BA and EDC present. The boot space is little reduced.

Maruti Suzuki, India's number one automobile manufacturer, has come up with the new Swift Dzire.

The DZire is the sedan version of the swift hatchback. It was launched in 2008 and 3.2 lakhs units are sold till date. This model did not enjoy the excise benefit as it was not less than 4 m in length. The New Swift DZire is loaded with many features, striking looks, luxurious interiors and many safety features.

The compact Swift Dzire sedan is less than 4 m in length that helps it qualify for the excise duty benefits offered by the government of India to the manufacturers whose cars measure less than 4 meters in length. The New Swift DZire is available in the following variants- LDI, VDI, ZDI in Diesel and LXI, VXI, ZXI, VXI AT in Petrol.

The New Swift DZire provides a choice of two engines. The 1197 cc 4-cylinder K-Series Petrol engine with VVT churns out a power of 86 bhp @ 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 114 Nm @ 4000 rpm. The 1248 cc 4-cylinder DDiS engine delivers 74 bhp @ 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 190 Nm @ 2000 rpm. It comes with an option of 4-speed automatic transmission and the 5-speed manual transmission.

The suspension system of the New Swift DZire consist of MacPherson strut with coil spring in the front and Torsion-beam with coil spring in the rear which imparts higher mounting rigidity and confident stability. The New Swift DZire has ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The New Swift DZire has a perfect blend of style and substance with its bold design and magnificent body graphics. It has a body colored bumper, mud guard, high mounted stop lamp, front fog lamp, rear fog lamp, front 2 speed+fixed intermittent wipers, green tinted glass that imparts a sumptous look.

The interior of the New Swift DZire is luxurious with front door trim pocket, glove box, folding assistant grip, sun visor, ticket holder, remote back door opener, audio antenna, front head restraint, accessory socket, low fuel warning lamp, cup-holder and remote fuel lid opener. The instrument panel and the console includes speedometer, seat belt reminder, light-on reminder buzzer, Key-on reminder buzzer, door closure warning lamp and a multi functional display depicting the fuel consumption, trip/odometer and digital clock. The boot space has been reduced to 316 litres.

The New Swift DZire has been designed keeping the highest safety standards in mind. It is equipped with many safety features which include ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with BA (Brake Assist) and EDC (Engine Drag Control) that prevents skidding and helps in ensuring a minimum stopping distance on slippery surface. The rigid body of the car provides superior handling and a comfortable ride.

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06 February, 2012 The country’s largest car-maker Maruti Suzuki will launch more diesel models to maintain its market share, which has been under pressure for months now, a top company executive has said.
“Our market share has slipped to 40 per cent in 2011. This was due to slowdown in the industry and lower sales of petrol models compared to diesel car production,” Maruti Suzuki Managing Director and Chief Executive Shinzo Nakanishi said here.
The company will now focus on producing more diesel models. The company will be able to produce 300,000 diesel engines a year through Suzuki Powertrain, a joint venture between Maruti and Suzuki Motor’s Gurgaon unit.
Maruti will also buy up to 100,000 diesel engines annually for three years from Fiat India under a pact between the Italian car-maker and Maruti’s parent Suzuki Motor Corp. This is expected to help the company produce more diesel cars, Nakanishi said.
Customer preference here is fast shifting to diesel cars as the fuel is cheaper than petrol. The shift has prompted auto-makers to introduce new diesel variants and increase production of existing variants. Players like Ford have also announced plans to invest on diesel engines.
Maruti’s Swift, Ritz, Swift DZire and SX4 models are sold with 1.3-litre diesel engines.
Meanwhile, Maruti has witnessed a turnaround in monthly sales after seven consecutive months of decline with a 5.18 per cent spike in sales to 1,15,433 units in January. It sold 1,09,743 units in the same month last year. Last December, its sales had declined by 7.1 per cent to 92,161 units.
"Following the turnaround in the auto industry, our first target will be to quickly cover growth of 10-11 per cent as we have had a negative growth of 17 per cent during the April-December, 2011, period," Nakanishi said.
Commenting on the Gujarat plant, Nakanishi said, "We have entered into an agreement for land at Mehsana, in Gujarat. The Gujarat plant will commence production only after we reach full capacity at our Manesar plant (1.8 million).

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08 November, 2011 Japanese auto major Suzuki Motor on Monday reported 5.26 percent jump in its net income for the six-month period ended September 30, despite heavy production loss due to labour unrests at its best performing operations in India during the same period.
During the April-September period, the company’s net income increased to 32.01 billion yen (about Rs 2,010 crore) from 30.41 billion yen (about Rs 1,910 crore) in the same period last year, Suzuki Motor said in a statement.
The net sales during the period, however, declined by 6.82 percent to 1.23 trillion yen (about Rs 76,907 crore) from 1.32 trillion yen (about Rs 82,715 crore), it added.
“The domestic economy is somewhat recovering from the stagnation following the Great East Japan Earthquake, but it is exposed to a downward pressure from various factors including the flood in Thailand and a further appreciation of the yen,” the company said. It also said the decreased sales in India had an impact on its net sales. “...sales amount (in Asia) decreased by 36.1 billion yen to 427.6 billion yen year-on-year due to decreased sales of Maruti Suzuki India and the exchange rate factor following the Yen appreciation,” it added.
Maruti Suzuki India had posted 59.81 percent fall in its net profit at Rs 240.44 crore for the quarter ended September 30, mainly due to production loss at Manesar because of labour unrest and foreign exchange loss. Also, Suzuki’s motorcycle factory in Thailand has been closed since mid-October as deadly floods there disrupted the flow of parts supply. The company has been spared any impact on its car production in Thailand so far.

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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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30 September, 2011 The country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Thursday said it aims to double its sales network by 2015 across India with a focus on small towns and cities.
MSI on Thursday announced opening of its 1,000th sales showroom for its products in Surat, Gujarat, as a part of the strategy to expand into tier-II and tier-III cities across the country.
“Network expansion is strategic to our business and we would continue to focus on it. We target to double our sales network in next five years, in line with the company’s sales plan,” MSI Managing Director and CEO Shinzo Nakanishi said in a statement.
Besides the plan to increase the number of car outlets, the company has also undertaken an initiative of upgrading its three year old showrooms under project ‘Nav Nirman’.
“The objective of ‘Nav Nirman’ is to provide customers uniform buying experience across the country,” it added.
Meanwhile, the company which is facing labour unrest at its Manesar plant, said it has rolled out 690 Swift cars combined from Gurgaon and Manesar facilities today.
It also produced 60 units of A-star and SX4 models from Manesar plants.
“In the last two days, in addition to Swift, the company has also started making these two models at Manesar where focus until now remained on attaining normal production levels for Swift model,” the company said in a separate statement.
Currently, there are 1,500 people available for production at Manesar plants. This includes 1,120 experienced and trained technicians brought in by the company in the last few days, it added.

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21 September, 2011 Striking workers at the Manesar plant refused to hold negotiations with the Maruti Suzuki management on Tuesday, prompting a state government mediator to blame them for the breakdown of peace talks.
Haryana labour minister SCL Sharma, who was mediating on behalf of the state government, said, “The workers are not agreeing to come back to work unless all their 62 colleagues, who were suspended, were taken back. All this is difficult as criminal cases have been lodged against many of them.”
The state government also released three leaders of the Maruti Suzuki Employees Union in an effort to end the 23-day-old industrial stir that has dented Haryana’s image as a peaceful investment destination. The MSI management and workers have been locked in a stand-off since August 29, when the management prevented workers from entering the factory premises unless they signed a good conduct bond.
On Tuesday, the workers at the Manesar plant submitted a petition to Gurgaon deputy commissioner PC Meena, seeking his help in resolving the ongoing crisis. A meeting of the joint action committee, an apex body of all workers’ unions in the Manesar-Gurgaon belt, will be held on Wednesday to chalk out the future course of action, said people close to the unions. The union leaders released on bail included president Sonu Gujjar and general secretary Shiv Kumar.
Meanwhile, Maruti rolled out 620 Swifts at the Manesar and Gurgaon plants on Tuesday, up from a day earlier and close to its targeted level. The country’s top carmaker said about 1,100 people were working on the production line at Manesar, where two plants are operating currently. The workforce included supervisors, engineers and trained hands brought in from the Gurgaon plant, which is functioning normally.

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21 September, 2011 Carmakers have slashed production during the festival season for the first time in a decade as rising interest rates and fuel prices have led to a pileup of unsold vehicles.
While the domestic auto industry raced to a growth of more than 30 percent during September-October last year, the expectations are muted this time round as demand is slowing down in the auto sector, reflecting and exacerbating the larger economic malaise.
Three of the largest carmakers, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Hyundai Motor have scaled down production, top component suppliers were quoted.
Departing from its usual practice of ramping up production during the festival season, the country’s leading carmaker Maruti Suzuki has cut production by 10-20 percent depending on the models. The move comes even as the company faces a major downslide in production because of the ongoing labour unrest at its Manesar plant which has led to higher inventories than the industry average of 15,000-20,000 vehicles. Tata Motors, too, has realigned its production while Hyundai India has resorted to exporting cars produced for the domestic market.
A senior Maruti Suzuki official on the condition of anonymity has been quoted that the company is open to increasing production soon if it sees an uptick in demand. “Yes, we have corrected our production because we do not want inventories to pile up. We are meeting every fortnight and we will increase production depending on the demand,” the official said.
P Balendran, vice-president, General Motors India, said carmakers generally see a growth of 20 percent or more in volumes during the festival season. However, he added, “Now, with unprecedented hike in interest rates, hike in petrol prices, high inflation, and negative market sentiments we are not expecting incremental volume of more than 5 percent during this festival season.”
Nearly 70 percent of cars are sold on credit and interest rates have soared nearly 300 basis points over the past year and a half. Petrol cars comprise a whopping 90 percent of unsold vehicles as the price gap between petrol and diesel has widened to almost Rs 25 per litre. Even as the demand for diesel cars is growing, carmakers are finding it difficult to sell petrol models despite offering attractive freebies.
It is a double whammy for Maruti Suzuki, which is facing a pile up of unsold cars even as it is being forced to keep 90,000 customers on hold for its hatchback Swift. The company’s functional Gurgaon plant is churning out mainly petrol models which are not selling while the Manesar plant, which manufactures the Swift, is in the grip of labour unrest.

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14.1 / 16.0 km/l (city/highway)
1.2L I-4 engine, 73 bhp, Petrol
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) with DSA * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

Fuel-efficient. Value for Money. BS-IV compliant. Sliding Driver Seat. Dual tone styling. Clear lens headlamps.

Maruti Suzuki introduced the Versa in October 2001. It was the second MPV launched by Maruti Suzuki since the Maruti Omni. The Versa MPV was unable to attract customers towards itself. Eventually, the car maker decided to phase it out in 2009. Maruti Suzuki replaced the Versa with the Eeco which was rolled out at the 2010 Auto Expo.

The Maruti Suzuki Eeco comes loaded with plenty of features to give tough competition to the other cars in its segment. The Eeco is specifically designed for Indian families and Indian roads.

The Eeco is a five-door, C segment vehicle which is a perfect blend of style and substance. With an option for 5 and 7 seats, the Eeco comes in three variants in metallic and non-metallic. Moreover, these three variants come is an exciting selection of six colours, namely, Superior White, Bright Red, Silky Silver, Blue Blaze, Midnight Black and Glistening Grey.

The four variants of the Eeco are 5STR STD, 5STR A/C, 7STR STD and 5-STR A/C CNG. The 5STR STD and the 5STR A/C and 5-STR A/C CNG are 5-seaters, while 7STR STD has three rows of seats to accommodate seven persons. All the three variants are strapped with a new, powerful and highly fuel efficient 1196 cc engine. The engine can deliver 73 bhp of power @6000rpm and a torque of 101Nm@3000rpm. Moreover, the 1.2-litre engine is mated to rear drive 5-speed manual gearbox with Diagonal Shift Assistance (DSA) technology for smoother gear changing. The engine also incorporates a range of advanced technologies. Its power is complimented by the new Engine Management System that supports in enhancing fuel efficiency and performance. The Eeco give an average fuel efficiency of 15.1 km/l while meeting BS-IV emission norms.

The Eeco is End of Life for Vehicles (ELV) compliant which means it uses Lead, Cadmium, Mercury and Chromium within permissible limits. The ELV regulations are yet to be adapted by the Indian automobile industry. In addition, the BS IV compliant, environment friendly engine makes the Eeco truly India's first Green Car among C segment cars.

Having been specially designed for India, the Eeco has a superior suspension which allows for a smooth and comfortable ride on rough Indian roads. Equipped with fully-tuned McPherson-strut suspension on the front and 3-link rigid suspension on the rear, the Eeco offers best in class driving comfort. The system eases diagonal motion and allows for a gear change without any break in continuity of the action, thereby improving the gear shift feeling. Moreover, it stands on tubeless radial tyres that give superior comfort and powerful drive with a good grip on the road.

The exterior body of the Eeco continues the long standing Maruti Suzuki tradition of combining functional design with spacious volume. Trendy and contemporary body graphics adorn the sides of the MPV giving it an appealing look.

The dual tone interiors in shades of beige and grey provide a rich and spacious feeling. The seats have been especially designed with integrated head-rest to make for a comfortable ride. The digital metre cluster with amber illumination adds to the driver convenience as well as a sophisticated feel. The Eeco come with an outstanding ergonomic layout with ample legroom and headroom at the front and rear for passengers apart from providing a comfortable driving position. The presence of sliding doors offers eases entry and exit for passengers even in congested road conditions. The Eeco 5STR A/C comes with air-conditioning option to combat the extreme climates in the country. All the seats are equally convenient to access and individually designed to be comfortable. These features make Eeco the most suitable vehicle for large Indian families that want a car for both - work and family outings and fun together.

The Eeco platform complies with all safety norms prevailing in the country. The turning radius of 4.5 metres with suspension system, tuned specifically for Indian road conditions, offers superior riding comfort, stability and handling.

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1.0 K-Series Engine with 3 Cylinder, Petrol
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

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The three year old Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo has been redesigned and the more than a decade old brand name Zen has been pushed into history and renamed as Maruti Suzuki Estilo. The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo has been redesigned to suit the Indian taste.

The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo's design is futuristic and more stylish. It uses the powertrain of the Indian WagonR. It falls between the Alto and WagonR segment, and will certainly attract the young buyers in terms of design.

The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo will roll out in four variants -- LXi, VXi, Zxi and CNG variants. All the variants are powered by 1.1L K-Series 3cylinder engine mated with Bharat IV compliant. The top-end model comes with optional safety features like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), airbags and alloy wheels.

The Estilo is powered by the A-Star's 1.0 L K-Series 3-cylinder engine. Power is transferred to the front wheels by a 5-speed manual transmission. The Estilo has enough sprinting power in the second and the third gears; in the third gear, it reaches a maximum of 100 kmph. The fourth and the fifth gears stabilize speed. The Estilo clocks 60 kmph in just 6 seconds and manages 100 kmph in 16 seconds, an all-time better than its stable mate WagonR.

The stiffened suspensions system does well during cornering and also on bad roads, when loaded. The electronic power steering is refined; it utilises least power and also cuts power off the pump, when speed of the car increases. It has a peppy engine with precise handling but the shifting throws could have been shorter and crisp.

The new Estilo is a smart, elegant and contemporary car. It is carved on the Monoform Aerodynamic Design that allows it to cut through air current. The tall boy stance creates some drag but that seems to be minimal. The swept crafted headlamps are head-turners and offer maximum visibility while negotiating darker lanes.

The exterior styling combines drop-gorgeous front fascia that is stunning and has sleek lines. The car has been designed keeping in view the latest trends. The New Estilo boasts elegant head lamps, larger bumpers with built-in fog lamps. The car also has a bigger air dam for better air flow into the powerful engine. The tail lamp cluster is an excellent design, making good use of curves, lines and space. The B and C-pillars, has been a given a black shade and looks sporty and goes well with tinted glasses. Moreover, the body-coloured door handles and exterior rear view mirror highlights the style of the car.

The interiors are just not Maruti Suzuki type; they are quite upscale and plush. The dual-toned dash imparts the impression of a luxurious sedan. The instrument cluster, the AC and the music system on the console are properly placed, adding convenience. The seats are ergonomically designed with shoulder support and adjustable head restraints for comfort. The design offers enough headroom and legroom. The car comes with power windows.

The Estilo has minimal standard features such as power steering, power controls, body-coloured bumper, tachometer, remote keyless entry, power rear door opener, electric mirror adjuster and rear door defogger. Airbags and ABS are optional.

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12.03/13.03 kmpl (city/highway (CVT))
2.4 litre, 4 cylinder 16 valve, DOHC engine
6-speed Manual Transmission (MT)
Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

Push button start - keyless start. Dual zone - Automatic climate control. 10 Way Adjustable power driver seat. Multireflector projector headlamps. Dual exhaust pipe with finisher. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD). Stylish and luxurious instrument panel. 4 Speed intermittent wipers.

The Suzuki Kizashi concept was first unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. The luxury car from the Japanese car maker is a harmonious amalgamation of cabin spaciousness, beautiful styling, dynamic character and a very passionate handling. With the Kizashi, MSI has maintained a firm balance of reasonable pricing on one hand and driving performance on the other.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is available in a single petrol engine variant with two transmission options: a 6 speed manual and a Continuous Variable Transmission with paddle shift system.

The range of colour options available for the Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is Snow White Pearl, Super Black Pearl and Premium Silver Metallic.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is launched in India with the same engine specifications, which are used in Japan and the US. The car is equipped with a 2.4 litre, 4 cylinder 16 valve, J-Series DOHC engine. The powerful engine is capable of generating a maximum power of 175 bhp at 6,500 rpm and a max torque of 230/4,000 Nm/rpm. The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi engine comprises of both aluminium block and cylinder heads that allow easy installation. The aluminium pistons bring enhanced power and efficiency. The Suzuki Kizashi will be available in two transmission options: a manual and a Continuous Variable Transmission, both with six forward ratios. The CVT has a paddle shift system with hear selector paddles behind the steering wheel.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi, boasts of sporty handling and control along with a very perky acceleration. The premium sedan comes with a standard front wheel drive system. While the manual gearbox Kizashi can do the 0-100 kmph stint in a matter of 7.8 seconds, the Kizashi with the CVT can do the same in 8.8 seconds. The top speed of the manual and the CVT Kizashi are 215 kmph and 205 kmph respectively.

The 2.4 litre engine of the Kizashi comes with direct ignition system (DIS) for powerful sparks directed to the plugs, which brings about ultimate fuel efficiency and reduces CO2 emission. Maruti Suzuki Kizashi offers an overwhelming fuel efficiency of 12.53 kmpl (CVT) and 12.45 kmpl (6-speed MT). Kizashi has a fuel tank capacity of 63 litre.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi comes with an exceptionally rigid steel unibody, with McPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension constructed with embedded aluminium, which allows smooth and nimble handling. The stylish luxury sedan comes with ventilated disc brakes at the front and disc brakes at the rear.

After three concept cars, Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the production version of the Kizashi sedan. The luxury sedan has a beautifully crafted exterior design which brings forth an enchanting combo of European style and Japanese craftsmanship. It is a car that is tailored for a driving enthusiast. The low-slung front of the car is sporty and elegant. The honeycomb grille is complemented by jewel like projector headlamps. The rectangular fog lamp cluster adds to the overall appeal of the car.

The body coloured rear view mirrors are electronically powered. Adding grace to the car are the door handle bars that are also painted in body shade. The rear of the Kizashi seems wider and more upswing. Similar to the headlamps, the tail light cluster is big and bold and also houses rear parking assist and turn indicators. Additionally, you have twin exhaust pipes at the rear that make the sporty intentions of the car clear at the first look. The car is fitted with attractive 17 inches alloy wheels. Front and rear bumper come in body colour along with all skirts.

Maruti Suzuki has outdone itself to make the interiors of Kizashi look comfy and luxurious. The result is: the Kizashi not only looks stunning but also boasts great interior features. The electric power steering that comes with Rack & Pinion feature has mounted stereo controls. The car also features a dual zone automatic climate control, with adjustable rear A/c vent and a pollen filter.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi features a futuristic looking dashboard that features a matt black centre piece lined with silver edges sits stylishly against the beige interior of the car. The latest audio system consists of 7 speakers and CD/MP3 player along with integrated Bluetooth and a USB port. Then you also have SmartPass keyless entry and start system which allows automatic unlock the door and engine start without keys.

The seats are covered in plush beige leather that looks very inviting. Additionally, the driver's seat is 10 way adjustable with 3 position memory. The co-driver's seat is four way adjustable and also features adjustable lumbar support. There are plenty of storage options with overhead console with sunglasses holder, cup and bottles holder (four each) and centre console box. The rear seat has 60/40-split folding feature with centre pass-through. Saying that the Kizashi has a big boot would be a huge understatement.

Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is big on safety features too. Some of the key safety features in the car include Cruise control, SRS dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability program, Hill assist, Immobilizer with security alarm, Child lock and high mount stop lamp.

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11.5/13.4 kmpl (city/highway (MT))
12.03/13.03 kmpl (city/highway (CVT))
2.4 litre, 4 cylinder 16 valve, DOHC engine
6-speed Manual Transmission (MT)
Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

Push button start - keyless start. Dual zone - Automatic climate control. 10 Way Adjustable power driver seat. Multireflector projector headlamps. Dual exhaust pipe with finisher. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD). Stylish and luxurious instrument panel. 4 Speed intermittent wipers.

The Suzuki Kizashi concept was first unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. The luxury car from the Japanese car maker is a harmonious amalgamation of cabin spaciousness, beautiful styling, dynamic character and a very passionate handling. With the Kizashi, MSI has maintained a firm balance of reasonable pricing on one hand and driving performance on the other.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is available in a single petrol engine variant with two transmission options: a 6 speed manual and a Continuous Variable Transmission with paddle shift system.

The range of colour options available for the Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is Snow White Pearl, Super Black Pearl and Premium Silver Metallic.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is launched in India with the same engine specifications, which are used in Japan and the US. The car is equipped with a 2.4 litre, 4 cylinder 16 valve, J-Series DOHC engine. The powerful engine is capable of generating a maximum power of 175 bhp at 6,500 rpm and a max torque of 230/4,000 Nm/rpm. The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi engine comprises of both aluminium block and cylinder heads that allow easy installation. The aluminium pistons bring enhanced power and efficiency. The Suzuki Kizashi will be available in two transmission options: a manual and a Continuous Variable Transmission, both with six forward ratios. The CVT has a paddle shift system with hear selector paddles behind the steering wheel.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi, boasts of sporty handling and control along with a very perky acceleration. The premium sedan comes with a standard front wheel drive system. While the manual gearbox Kizashi can do the 0-100 kmph stint in a matter of 7.8 seconds, the Kizashi with the CVT can do the same in 8.8 seconds. The top speed of the manual and the CVT Kizashi are 215 kmph and 205 kmph respectively.

The 2.4 litre engine of the Kizashi comes with direct ignition system (DIS) for powerful sparks directed to the plugs, which brings about ultimate fuel efficiency and reduces CO2 emission. Maruti Suzuki Kizashi offers an overwhelming fuel efficiency of 12.53 kmpl (CVT) and 12.45 kmpl (6-speed MT). Kizashi has a fuel tank capacity of 63 litre.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi comes with an exceptionally rigid steel unibody, with McPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension constructed with embedded aluminium, which allows smooth and nimble handling. The stylish luxury sedan comes with ventilated disc brakes at the front and disc brakes at the rear.

After three concept cars, Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the production version of the Kizashi sedan. The luxury sedan has a beautifully crafted exterior design which brings forth an enchanting combo of European style and Japanese craftsmanship. It is a car that is tailored for a driving enthusiast. The low-slung front of the car is sporty and elegant. The honeycomb grille is complemented by jewel like projector headlamps. The rectangular fog lamp cluster adds to the overall appeal of the car.

The body coloured rear view mirrors are electronically powered. Adding grace to the car are the door handle bars that are also painted in body shade. The rear of the Kizashi seems wider and more upswing. Similar to the headlamps, the tail light cluster is big and bold and also houses rear parking assist and turn indicators. Additionally, you have twin exhaust pipes at the rear that make the sporty intentions of the car clear at the first look. The car is fitted with attractive 17 inches alloy wheels. Front and rear bumper come in body colour along with all skirts.

Maruti Suzuki has outdone itself to make the interiors of Kizashi look comfy and luxurious. The result is: the Kizashi not only looks stunning but also boasts great interior features. The electric power steering that comes with Rack & Pinion feature has mounted stereo controls. The car also features a dual zone automatic climate control, with adjustable rear A/c vent and a pollen filter.

The Maruti Suzuki Kizashi features a futuristic looking dashboard that features a matt black centre piece lined with silver edges sits stylishly against the beige interior of the car. The latest audio system consists of 7 speakers and CD/MP3 player along with integrated Bluetooth and a USB port. Then you also have SmartPass keyless entry and start system which allows automatic unlock the door and engine start without keys.

The seats are covered in plush beige leather that looks very inviting. Additionally, the driver's seat is 10 way adjustable with 3 position memory. The co-driver's seat is four way adjustable and also features adjustable lumbar support. There are plenty of storage options with overhead console with sunglasses holder, cup and bottles holder (four each) and centre console box. The rear seat has 60/40-split folding feature with centre pass-through. Saying that the Kizashi has a big boot would be a huge understatement.

Maruti Suzuki Kizashi is big on safety features too. Some of the key safety features in the car include Cruise control, SRS dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability program, Hill assist, Immobilizer with security alarm, Child lock and high mount stop lamp.

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14.1 / 16.0 km/l (city/highway)
1.2L I-4 engine, 73 bhp, Petrol
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) with DSA * Estimated values may differ under various conditions.

Fuel-efficient. Value for Money. BS-IV compliant. Sliding Driver Seat. Dual tone styling. Clear lens headlamps.

Maruti Suzuki introduced the Versa in October 2001. It was the second MPV launched by Maruti Suzuki since the Maruti Omni. The Versa MPV was unable to attract customers towards itself. Eventually, the car maker decided to phase it out in 2009. Maruti Suzuki replaced the Versa with the Eeco which was rolled out at the 2010 Auto Expo.

The Maruti Suzuki Eeco comes loaded with plenty of features to give tough competition to the other cars in its segment. The Eeco is specifically designed for Indian families and Indian roads.

The Eeco is a five-door, C segment vehicle which is a perfect blend of style and substance. With an option for 5 and 7 seats, the Eeco comes in three variants in metallic and non-metallic. Moreover, these three variants come is an exciting selection of six colours, namely, Superior White, Bright Red, Silky Silver, Blue Blaze, Midnight Black and Glistening Grey.

The four variants of the Eeco are 5STR STD, 5STR A/C, 7STR STD and 5-STR A/C CNG. The 5STR STD and the 5STR A/C and 5-STR A/C CNG are 5-seaters, while 7STR STD has three rows of seats to accommodate seven persons. All the three variants are strapped with a new, powerful and highly fuel efficient 1196 cc engine. The engine can deliver 73 bhp of power @6000rpm and a torque of 101Nm@3000rpm. Moreover, the 1.2-litre engine is mated to rear drive 5-speed manual gearbox with Diagonal Shift Assistance (DSA) technology for smoother gear changing. The engine also incorporates a range of advanced technologies. Its power is complimented by the new Engine Management System that supports in enhancing fuel efficiency and performance. The Eeco give an average fuel efficiency of 15.1 km/l while meeting BS-IV emission norms.

The Eeco is End of Life for Vehicles (ELV) compliant which means it uses Lead, Cadmium, Mercury and Chromium within permissible limits. The ELV regulations are yet to be adapted by the Indian automobile industry. In addition, the BS IV compliant, environment friendly engine makes the Eeco truly India's first Green Car among C segment cars.

Having been specially designed for India, the Eeco has a superior suspension which allows for a smooth and comfortable ride on rough Indian roads. Equipped with fully-tuned McPherson-strut suspension on the front and 3-link rigid suspension on the rear, the Eeco offers best in class driving comfort. The system eases diagonal motion and allows for a gear change without any break in continuity of the action, thereby improving the gear shift feeling. Moreover, it stands on tubeless radial tyres that give superior comfort and powerful drive with a good grip on the road.

The exterior body of the Eeco continues the long standing Maruti Suzuki tradition of combining functional design with spacious volume. Trendy and contemporary body graphics adorn the sides of the MPV giving it an appealing look.

The dual tone interiors in shades of beige and grey provide a rich and spacious feeling. The seats have been especially designed with integrated head-rest to make for a comfortable ride. The digital metre cluster with amber illumination adds to the driver convenience as well as a sophisticated feel. The Eeco come with an outstanding ergonomic layout with ample legroom and headroom at the front and rear for passengers apart from providing a comfortable driving position. The presence of sliding doors offers eases entry and exit for passengers even in congested road conditions. The Eeco 5STR A/C comes with air-conditioning option to combat the extreme climates in the country. All the seats are equally convenient to access and individually designed to be comfortable. These features make Eeco the most suitable vehicle for large Indian families that want a car for both - work and family outings and fun together.

The Eeco platform complies with all safety norms prevailing in the country. The turning radius of 4.5 metres with suspension system, tuned specifically for Indian road conditions, offers superior riding comfort, stability and handling.

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