Maruti Celerio Diesel ZDi (O) Updates

Thursday, 04 August 2022 12:17 AM Due to low sales, the Maruti Celerio diesel was discontinued just a year after its launch. Maruti Suzuki had to clear the leftover inventory with significant discounts. I believe the markets preference for petrol and CNG variants over diesel might have played a role in this decision.

Wednesday, 24 June 2015 07:59 PM Despite its strong fuel efficiency and unique engine, the Celerio diesel ZDi (O) had some drawbacks, such as taking a long time to reach 100 kmph and requiring frequent gear shifts to stay in the power band. The cars weight and engine characteristics made overtaking a cautious affair. I believe these performance issues might have contributed to its relatively short market lifespan.

Wednesday, 24 June 2015 07:34 AM The Celerio diesel ZDi (O) shared the same exterior and interior features as its petrol counterpart, with no significant design changes except for the DDiS badge. This included features like a 5-speed manual transmission, air conditioning, power steering, and a Bluetooth-compatible music system. I think the decision to keep the design consistent was wise, as it maintained the cars familiar appeal.

Wednesday, 03 June 2015 03:43 PM The Maruti Celerio diesel, specifically the ZDi (O) variant, was launched in June 2015 with a focus on fuel efficiency, boasting an ARAI-rated figure of 27.62 km/l, making it Indias most fuel-efficient car at the time. This variant came with features like dual airbags, ABS, foglights, alloy wheels, and a Bluetooth-compatible music system. I believe this level of fuel efficiency was a game-changer in the Indian market, especially for those looking to save on fuel costs.

Monday, 01 June 2015 10:04 PM The Celerio diesel ZDi (O) was powered by Suzukis self-developed 793 cc twin-cylinder DDiS diesel engine, which produced 47 bhp and 125 Nm of torque. This engine was notable for being the lightest in its class, weighing just 89 kg. I think the engineering behind this engine was impressive, given its compact size and performance.