The Maruti Swift DZire is the new entry level notchback sedan from Indian automaker Maruti Suzuki. Launched on March 26 2008, Maruti DZire is based on the popular platform. The DZire replaces Maruti Suzuki’s popular entry level sedan, Maruti Suzuki Esteem, production of which was discontinued in late 2007. It was developed as a sedan variation of the Swift hatchback. Maruti Suzuki has introduced DZire only in the Indian market.
The first-generation Dzire was launched in 2008 and was based on the first generation Swift hatchback to compete against the Citroën C3 5-Door Hatchback (2005-2007), Citroën C3 5-Door Hatchback (2008–2010), Chery A13 5-Door Hatchback (2008-2012), Chevrolet Aveo T200 5-Door Hatchback, Chevrolet Aveo T250 5-Door Hatchback, Dacia Solenza, Dacia Sandero I 5-Door Hatchback, Daewoo Lanos 5-Door Hatchback, 2005-2007 Fiat Punto 199 5-Door Hatchback, Fiat Grande Punto 5-Door Hatchback, Honda Jazz 5-Door Hatchback (2005–2008), Honda Jazz 5-Door Hatchback (2008–2010), Hyundai Accent LC 5-door liftback, Hyundai i20 5-Door Hatchback (2008-2010), 2005-2007 Kia Rio 5-Door Hatchback, Kia Rio JB 5-Door Hatchback, Mazda2 DY 5-Door Hatchback, 2008-2012 Mazda2 DE/DH 5-Door Hatchback, Volkswagen Polo 5-Door Hatchback (2008-2009), Nissan Micra K12 5-Door Hatchback, 2005-2007 Ford Fiesta 5-Door Hatchback, 2008-2010 Ford Fiesta 5-Door Hatchback, 2005-2007 Peugeot 206 5-Door Hatchback, Peugeot 207 5-Door Hatchback, 2005-2007 Opel Corsa 5-Door Hatchback, Opel Corsa D 5-Door Hatchback, Renault Clio III 5-Door Hatchback, Lada 1119, Škoda Fabia Type 6Y 5-Door Hatchback (2005-2007), Škoda Fabia 5-Door Hatchback (2007-2010), Tata Indica 5-Door Hatchback (2008-2012), Mitsubishi Colt (Z30) 5-Door Hatchback, 2005-2007 Toyota Yaris 5-door hatchback, Toyota Yaris (XP9) 5-Door Hatchback, 2005-2007 Seat Ibiza Mk3 5-Door Hatchback, and 2008-2010 Seat Ibiza Mk4 5-Door 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 and is a result of an indigenous project started in 2005 to design a three-box notchback version of the Swift. Some changes have been made to the car’s overall styling to seamlessly integrate the boot. The wheelbase remains the same. The car weighs about 30-35 Kgs more than the Swift hatchback. Few modifications in the rear suspension have been done to cope with the additional weight of the boot and improve the ride quality for the rear passengers. Adjustments in the rear seat inclination have been made to improve the rear seat comfort and legroom.
The car is pitted against the other entry level sedans in the Indian market, such as the Mahindra Renault Logan and the Tata Indigo.
This car is notorious for production delays. It was announced too early before adequate production capacities were added. As the price of the car was very attractive compared to competitions with similar features, it had a very healthy order book initially. However delivery delays and dealer black marketing affected initial sales and very few are seen on road even months after the car was announced. Its believed Maruti has stopped taking new orders since Aug 2008.
First generation (2008)[]
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| Maruti DZiRE | |
|---|---|
| Maruti | |
| aka | |
| Production | 2008–2012 |
| Class | Subcompact Sedan |
| Body Style | 4-Door Sedan |
| Length | 4,160 mm (163.8 in) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 5.69 |
| Height | 1515mm height |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm |
| Weight | 1505 kg 957 kg 880-915 kg |
| Transmission | Manual, Automatic (AMT) |
| Engine | Petrol: 1.2 L K12M VVT I4 1.3 L G13BB I4 Diesel: 1.3 L D13A DDiS I4 turbo-diesel |
| Power | N/A hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | Bogdan-2110 Citroën Elysée Chevrolet Aveo T250 Sedan Dacia Logan (2008-2011) Daewoo Lanos Daewoo Nexia FAW V5 Fiat Albea Ford Fiesta Mk5 Sedan Geely CK Hyundai Accent MC Sedan Honda City GM2/3 JAC J3 Kia Rio JB Sedan Lada 1118 VAZ-2170 Mazda2 Sedan (2008-2010) Renault Clio Symbol (2008–2013) Peugeot 206 Sedan Opel Corsa Sedan Seat Cordoba Škoda Fabia Sedan (2007-2011) IKCO Samand Saipa Tiba Tata Indigo (2002–2009) Toyota Yaris Sedan (XP9) VW Polo Classic VW Polo Sedan (2005-2009) ZAZ Forza |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Swift Dzire was introduced with a 1.3 L petrol engine and a Fiat-sourced 1.3 L diesel engine. Due to the BS IV emission norms in 2010, Maruti replaced the petrol engine with a 1.2 L K-series engine.[1]
This generation was discontinued in 2012 for general buyers but continued to be produced until 2016 for fleet operators as the Swift DZire Tour.
Powertrain[]
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual | 85 PS (Expression error: Unexpected < operator. hp·h) at 6000 rpm | 113 N·m ( lb·ft) at 4500 rpm |
| 1.3 L I4 | 88 PS (Expression error: Unexpected < operator. hp·h) at 6000 rpm | 113 N·m ( lb·ft) at 4500 rpm | ||
| Diesel | 76 PS (Expression error: Unexpected < operator. hp·h) at 4000 rpm | 190 N·m ( lb·ft) at 2000 rpm |
Second generation (2012)[]
 | |
| Maruti DZiRE | |
|---|---|
| Maruti | |
| aka | |
| Production | 2012-2017 |
| Class | Subcompact Sedan |
| Body Style | 4-Door Notchback Sedan |
| Length | 4,160 mm (163.8 in) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 5.69 |
| Height | 1515mm height |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm |
| Weight | 1505 kg 957 kg 880-915 kg |
| Transmission | Manual, Automatic (AMT) |
| Engine | Petrol: 1.2 L K12M VVT I4 1.3 L G13BB I4 Diesel: 1.3 L D13A DDiS I4 turbo-diesel |
| Power | N/A hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | Chevrolet Aveo T300 Sedan Chevrolet Cobalt (2011-2016) Citroën C-Elysée Ford Fiesta Mk6 Sedan Hyundai Accent RB/RC Sedan Honda City (2013–2023) Kia Rio UB/QB Sedan Lada Granta Mazda2 Sedan (2010-2014) Dacia Logan (2012–2020) Peugeot 301 Škoda Rapid (2012–2019) Tata Indigo Manza CS Toyota Yaris Sedan (2010-2020) Volkswagen Ameo |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The 2012-2014 Swift Dzire was based on the second generation Swift hatchback. 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 L K-series petrol engine was introduced, and a 1.3 L DDiS turbo-diesel engine. A four-speed automatic transmission option was only available in the VXi trim.[2]
The 2015 revised Swift Dzire 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.[5] The 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) is paired to the 1.3 L DDiS turbodiesel engine.
The second generation Dzire is still available in India for fleet operators as the Dzire Tour S until 2023. Initially the 1.3 L turbodiesel engine was also available, but then dropped in April 2020 due the implementation of BS6 emissions standard. Currently only 1.2 L petrol and CNG engine are available, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Powertrain[]
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic | 83 PS (Expression error: Unexpected < operator. hp·h) at 6000 rpm | 113 N·m ( lb·ft) at 4400 rpm |
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 71 PS (Expression error: Unexpected < operator. hp·h) at 6000 rpm | 95 N·m ( lb·ft) at 4000 rpm | |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 76 PS (Expression error: Unexpected < operator. hp·h) at 4000 rpm | 190 N·m ( lb·ft) at 2000 rpm |
Third generation (2017)[]
Maruti Suzuki launched the third generation Dzire sedan in India on 16 May 2017.[6][7] The third generation is based on the third generation of the Suzuki Swift. However, for the first time ever, it drops the "Swift" nameplate from its name (except in Colombia and Guatemala where it is marketed as Swift Sedan).[8][9] The second-generation Dzire continued to be produced and sold exclusively to fleet operators in India, while being rebadged as the Dzire Tour S.
It is built on the HEARTECT platform which uses ultra-high tensile and high tensile steel in its construction, so as to not comprise on structural rigidity. Despite being lighter, Suzuki claims that the vehicle is compliant with frontal and side impact regulations, as well as meets pedestrian safety regulations. The car is also wider and offers increased space for the occupant. Suzuki also claims that the third generation Dzire has 55 mm better rear legroom, as compared to the previous model. Moreover, the boot space has been increased to 378 litres (Template:Convert/cuft).
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.
The engine options on offer at launch include a 1.2 L K12M motor producing 82 bhp (83 PS; 61 kW) and 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) of torque, while the diesel gets the 1.3 L D13A DDiS motor with 74 bhp (75 PS; 55 kW) and 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m) of torque. Both engines can be had with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT. The petrol models is rated 22 km/L (4.5 L/100 km; 62 mpg‑imp; 52 mpg‑US) and the diesel models are rated at 28.40 km/L (3.521 L/100 km; 80.2 mpg‑imp; 66.8 mpg‑US) in the fuel economy department.[10]
Facelifted model appeared in March 2020.[11][12] It comes with redesigned front end with wider grille and modern wood finish interiors, plus new features such as cruise control and VSC (AMT only). For the Indian market, a more refined 1.2 L K12N Dualjet petrol engine was used, replacing the previous petrol and diesel engines. The CNG variant of K12N engine was launched for Indian market in March 2022.[13]
Powertrain[]
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 83 PS (Template:Convert/kW hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N·m (Template:Convert/lbft kg.m) at 4200 rpm |
| Hybrid | 90 PS (Template:Convert/kW hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N·m (Template:Convert/lbft kg.m) at 4000 rpm | ||
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 77.5 PS (Template:Convert/kW hp) at 6000 rpm | 98.5 N·m (Template:Convert/lbft kg.m) at 4300 rpm | |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 76 PS (Template:Convert/kW hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N·m (Template:Convert/lbft kg.m) at 2000 rpm |
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 (10 lakh) sold units in the domestic market.[14] 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. In September 2023, the sedan has reached sales milestone of 2,5 million (25 lakh) units in India.[15]
The number of Suzuki vehicles sold in Ethiopia since 2017 has crossed over 25,000 units and Dzire making the most of it.[16] Because of this phenomenon, Suzuki Motors is in talks with the Ethiopian government to set up a plant for its auto exports to neighboring African countries.[citation needed]
| Year | India |
|---|---|
| 2008 | ±200,000 |
| 2009 | |
| 2010 | |
| 2011 | 99,515[17] |
| 2012 | 154,273[18] |
| 2013 | 198,317[19] |
| 2014 | 210,882[20] |
| 2015 | 233,570[21] |
| 2016 | 202,076[22] |
| 2017 | 225,043[23] |
| 2018 | 261,603[24] |
| 2019 | 209,657[25] |
| 2020 | 124,969[26] |
| 2021 | 116,222[27] |
| 2022 | 159,919[28] |
| 2023 | 157,522[29] |
Reception[]
Template:Too few opinions In 2015, the Suzuki Dzire won J.D. Power's Most Appealing Entry Mid-size Car and the Most Dependable Mid-size Car.[30]
References[]
- ↑ "Evolution: Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire". Car Dekho. 26 August 2015. https://www.cardekho.com/features-stories/evolution-maruti-suzuki-swift-dzire.htm.
- ↑ "FAQEverything you wanted to know about Maruti Swift Dzire". India Car News. https://www.indiacarnews.com/faq/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-maruti-swift-dzire-1388/.
- ↑ "2015 Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire: India's most fuel-efficient diesel car launched". IBN Live. http://ibnlive.in.com/news/2015-maruti-suzuki-swift-dzire-indias-most-fuelefficient-diesel-car-launched-at-rs-599-lakh-onwards-in-india/530321-25-166.html. 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. http://www.business-standard.com/article/news-cd/maruti-suzuki-swift-dzire-facelift-launched-at-rs-5-07-lac-now-delivers-a-fuel-economy-of-26-59kmpl-115022400522_1.html. Retrieved 26 February 2015.
- ↑ "Maruti DZire ZDI Gets AT Option, Priced At INR 8.39 Lakh". http://indianautosblog.com/2016/01/maruti-dzire-zdi-gets-automatic-gear-shift-ags-option-210473.
- ↑ "Maruti Dzire Unveiled: New Specifications and Features Explained" (in en). The Quint. https://www.thequint.com/car-and-bike/2017/04/25/upcoming-maruti-suzuki-dzire-price-launch.
- ↑ "2017 Maruti Suzuki Dzire launched at Rs. 5.45 lakh | Team-BHP". Team-BHP.com. https://www.team-bhp.com/news/2017-maruti-suzuki-dzire-launched-rs-545-lakh.
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- ↑ India’s No.1 selling sedan, Maruti Suzuki Dzire in a new premium avatar (Press release). Maruti Suzuki. 20 March 2020. https://www.marutisuzuki.com/corporate/media/press-releases/2020/march/indias-no1-selling-sedan-maruti-suzuki-dzire-in-a-new-premium-avatar.
- ↑ Parikh, Sagar (3 March 2020). "2020 Maruti DZire (facelift) to offer 14% higher fuel economy and more safety - Report". Indian Auto Blog. https://indianautosblog.com/2020-maruti-dzire-facelift-offer-14-higher-fuel-economy-more-safety-p319943.
- ↑ Your favorite sedan - Maruti Suzuki Dzire, now also available with S-CNG Technology (Press release). Maruti Suzuki. 8 March 2022. https://www.marutisuzuki.com/corporate/media/press-releases/2022/march/your-favorite-sedan-maruti-suzuki-dzire-now-also-available-with-s-cng-technologies.
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- ↑ India’s highest selling sedan, Maruti Suzuki Dzire achieves 25 lakh sales milestone (Press release). Maruti Suzuki. 15 September 2023. https://www.marutisuzuki.com/corporate/media/press-releases/2023/september/indias-highest-selling-sedan-maruti-suzuki-dzire-achieves-25-lakh-sales-milestone.
- ↑ "Facts about Suzuki Dzire". The Reporter. 23 December 2023. https://www.thereporterethiopia.com/28837/.
- ↑ Gasnier, Matt (2012-01-06). "India Full Year 2011: Maruti Alto leads for 7th consecutive year December 2011: Toyota has its best month ever" (in en-US). https://bestsellingcarsblog.com/2012/01/india-full-year-2011-maruti-alto-leads-for-7th-consecutive-year-december-2011-toyota-has-its-best-month-ever/.
- ↑ Gasnier, Matt (2013-01-14). "India Full Year 2012: Maruti Swift and DZire beat records" (in en-US). https://bestsellingcarsblog.com/2013/01/india-full-year-2012-maruti-swift-and-dzire-beat-records/.
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