Suzuki Dzire
The Suzuki Dzire (stylized as the Suzuki DZire, previously known as Suzuki Swift Dzire but still sold as Suzuki Swift sedan in some markets) is a subcompact sedan made for the Indian market since 2008. It was developed as a variation of the Suzuki Swift hatchback.
| Suzuki Dzire | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Maruti Suzuki |
| Production | 2008–present |
| Assembly | Manesar, Haryana, India |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact car |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Related | Suzuki Swift Suzuki Ertiga |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Maruti Suzuki Esteem |
The Maruti Suzuki Dzire was launched in 2008 and was based on the second generation of the Swift hatchback. It was introduced as a subcompact sedan for the Indian market in order to offer a sedan-like car in a smaller size. Later, in order to get the tax benefits offered to cars with a length below 4 meters in India, it was converted into a sub-4-meter sedan.
First generation (2008)
| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2008–2012 2012–2016 (Dzire Tour) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.2-litre M13A VVT (petrol) 1.3-litre D13A DDiS (turbodiesel) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,390 mm (94.1 in) |
| Length | 4,160 mm (163.8 in) |
| Width | 1,690 mm (66.5 in) |
| Height | 1,530 mm (60.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,035–1,080 kg (2,281.8–2,381.0 lb) |
The Swift Dzire was introduced with a 1.3-litre petrol engine and a Fiat-sourced 1.3-litre diesel engine. Due to the BS IV emission norms in 2010, Maruti replaced the petrol engine with a 1.2-litre K-series engine.[1]
Powertrain
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual | 88 PS (87 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual | 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm |
Second generation (2012)
| Second generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Maruti Suzuki Tour S (fleet only) |
| Production | 2012–2017 2017–present (Tour S) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.2-litre K12M VVT (petrol) 1.3-litre D13A DDiS (turbodiesel) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,555 mm (61.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 960–1,070 kg (2,116.4–2,358.9 lb) |
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The second generation of the Swift Dzire was based on the third generation of the Suzuki Swift. This update was a very significant one as its length was reduced below four meters in order to get the tax benefit offered to sub-4-meter cars. A 1.2-liter K-series petrol engine was introduced, and a 1.3-liter DDiS diesel engine. A four-speed automatic transmission option which was available only in the VXi trim.[2]
The 2015 revised Maruti Suzuki Swift was rated as the most fuel efficient diesel car in India.[3][4]
Maruti Suzuki launched the DZire ZDi with Automatic Gear Shift (AGS) in January 2016 at INR 8.39 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi).[5]
The 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) is paired to the 1.3-liter DDiS diesel engine in the Dzire ZDi trim.
Third generation (2017)
| Third generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2017–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | HEARTECT platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.2 L K12M VVT I4 (petrol) 1.2 L K12N VVT I4 (petrol) 1.3 L D13A DDiS I4 turbo (diesel) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual/automated manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm (96.5 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,735 mm (68.3 in) |
| Height | 1,515 mm (59.6 in) |
| Curb weight | 860–990 kg (1,896.0–2,182.6 lb) |
The third generation, called Dzire, dropped the "Swift" nameplate, was launched on 16 May 2017,[6][7] and is based on the fourth generation of the Suzuki Swift.
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The Suzuki Dzire is built on the lightweight HEARTECT platform sourced from the India-spec Baleno hatchback. It has a completely revised external body design with a special focus on the front section. It has a newly designed large hexagonal grille in the front section flanked by an all-new projector headlamps and a strip of LED DRLs running on the cluster. The body loses its overly bulgy nature and looks cleaner than before.
Sales
Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been leading the subcompact segment in India ever since its second generation was introduced. Back in 2015, the company added another feature to its hat by crossing the sales mark of 1 million[8] (1 million) sold units in the domestic market. The car has been grossing up a sales number of over 15,000 and close to 20,000 in the 2016–17 period where it has registered more than double the sales number of its competitors like the Honda Amaze, Hyundai Xcent and Tata Zest.
Reception
In 2015, the Suzuki Dzire won J.D. Power's Most Appealing Entry Mid-size Car and the Most Dependable Mid-size Car.[9]
References
- "Suzuki Swift". 18 December 2017. Cite journal requires
|journal=(help) - "Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire Automatic: Price and Specifications". CarWale.
- "2015 Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire: India's most fuel-efficient diesel car launched". IBN Live. Retrieved 26 February 2015.
- "Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire Facelift Launched at Rs 5.07 lac; Now Delivers a Fuel Economy of 26.59kmpl". Business Standard. Retrieved 26 February 2015.
- "Maruti DZire ZDI Gets AT Option, Priced At INR 8.39 Lakh". indianautosblog.com. Retrieved 21 March 2016.
- "Maruti Dzire Unveiled: New Specifications and Features Explained". The Quint. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
- "2017 Maruti Suzuki Dzire launched at Rs. 5.45 lakh | Team-BHP". Team-BHP.com. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
- Balachandar, G. "Maruti ends 2015 with highest-ever annual sales". The Hindu. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
- Khan, Nabeel (30 July 2015). "Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire Enters The Elite Million Club". Business Standard India. Retrieved 10 June 2017.