Maruti is working hard to add a CNG option to an ever increasing number of models in its lineup
India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has added another model to its CNG line-up. The brand has introduced the Dzire CNG in the market with starting price of Rs 8.14 lakh for the VXi and Rs 8.82 lakh for the ZXi. The CNG option is still not available with the top-end variant of the model just like all other Maruti Suzuki models.
Key Highlights
- Maruti Suzuki Dzire S-CNG is available in VXI and ZXI variants
- Costs Rs 95,000 more than the petrol variant
- Most fuel-efficient CNG
- Available on the monthly subscription fee
What is different in the new Maruti Suzuki Dzire S-CNG?
Maruti Suzuki Dzire S-CNG Technical Specifications: | |||
Length | 3995 mm | Max Torque | CNG mode: 98.5 Nm @ 4300 rpmPetrol mode: 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
Height (Unladen) | 1515 mm | ||
Width | 1735 mm | Max Power | CNG Mode: 57kW @ 6000 rpmPetrol mode: 66kW @ 6000 rpm |
Wheelbase | 2450 mm | ||
Fuel Efficiency | 31.12 km/kg# |
The new Maruti Suzuki Dzire S-CNG gets the same 1.2-litre K12M DualJet petrol engine. It generates a maximum power of 77 PS and a peak torque of 98.5 Nm in the CNG mode with the new Maruti Suzuki Dzire S-CNG. That is a drop of about 13 PS and 14.5 Nm of torque.
Maruti Suzuki has introduced the new Dzire S-CNG in India
The same engine produces a maximum power of 90 PS and 113 Nm with petrol fuel option. Maruti Suzuki offers it with the five-speed manual transmission only. There is no AMT available with the sedan.
Variant | Petrol MT | Petrol AMT | S-CNG |
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LXI | Rs 6.09 lakh | ||
VXI | Rs 7.19 lakh | Rs 7.69 lakh | Rs 8.14 lakh |
ZXI | Rs 7.87 lakh | Rs 8.37 lakh | Rs 8.82 lakh |
ZXI+ | Rs 8.63 lakh | Rs 9.13 lakh |
Maruti Suzuki has retuned the suspension and improved the injection system for a better air-fuel mixture. It ensures a smoother ride on the CNG mode. Additionally, Maruti Suzuki has used stainless steel pipes and joints to prevent leakages and safety switches to kill the engine while refuelling.
In CNG mode, the Dzire produces 13 Nm lower power
The same engine is also available with the WagonR, Swift and the new Baleno as well. It generates a class-leading fuel efficiency of 31.12 km/g with the Dzire.
The Dzire S-CNG looks the same as the standard model. There are no changes in the car.
Even with the drop in power, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire S-CNG remains the most powerful car in the segment. Here is a table that compares the Maruti Suzuki Dzire with the Hyundai Aura CNG and Tata Tigor CNG.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG | Hyundai Aura CNG | Tata Tigor CNG | |
Power/Torque | 77hp/98.5Nm | 69hp/95.2Nm | 73hp/95Nm |
Mileage | 31.12 kg/km | 28.4 kg/km | 26.49 kg/km |
Price (ex-showroom) | Rs 8.14 – 8.82 lakh | Rs 7.74 lakh | Rs 7.69 – 8.29 lakh |
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