Maruti Ciaz

Synopsis

Maruti has finally launched the Ciaz sedan in India with prices starting from INR 6.99 lakhs for the base petrol model and INR 8.04 lakhs for the base diesel model. Maruti unveiled the Ciaz Concept at Auto Expo 2014. Based on the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga's platform, the all new Maruti Ciaz has replaced the existing SX4 sedan. The Ciaz looks more up-market than the SX4 and features a refreshing design. The Maruti Ciaz will compete with the likes of Hyundai Verna, Honda City, Skoda Rapid, Nissan Sunny, Renault Scala, Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Vento.

Exterior

Exterior

Maruti Ciaz shares similar looks to the Suzuki Alivio sedan which was spied in China. The sedan features a chrome detailing on the rear bumper which distinguishes it from the Alivio. The car looks more sharper, leaner and better proportioned than the SX4, its predecessor. The stunning sedan design will surely attract a larger number of customers. The prominent features of the Ciaz includes projector headlamps, tail-lights and the broad chromed front grille. The 16-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels are there to enhance the side profile of car. It is 2650 mm in wheelbase and has a ground clearance of 170 mm.

Interior

Interior

The sedan has got dual-tone beige and black interiors with wood finished center panel. It has got all luxuries inside including AC with climate control, power windows, remote central locking, boot and fuel filter, rear defogger, rear armrest with cup holders, rake steering adjustment, manual driver seat adjustment, both side electric door mirrors with integrated turn indicators, driver armrest, leather seats and leather wrapped steering wheel, tinted glass, rear AC vents and folding seats, push button start, auto-dimming inside rear view mirror, key-less entry, sun roof and the three-spoke steering wheel mounted with major controls. The sedan also features a touchscreen infotainment system for the entertainment of users along with inbuilt satellite navigation system. It also supports USB, Aux-in, Bluetooth and SD card. The boot capacity of Maruti Ciaz is 510 liters.

Comfort

The top end variant comes loaded with a long list of features comprising of Automatic Air conditioner, rear AC vents, dust and pollen filter, rear sunshade, accessory socket on the front as well as rear, power windows with driver side up/down anti pinch function, tilt power steering, footwell lamps, front centre armrest with utility box while the rear centre armrest with cup holders, height adjustable driver seat, electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMS, keyless entry, engine push start/stop system with intelligent key, sunglass holder, personal rear reading lamps, electric trunk opening, remote pocket, front seats back pockets, dual horn, seatbelt, Key Off and headlight ON reminder, passenger side vanity mirror, shoulder height adjustable front seat belts and front as well as rear door bottle holders.

Music System

The top trim of Ciaz comes equipped with audio plus CD player along with four speakers and two tweeters for an amazing listening experience. It also supports USB and Bluetooth. The steering wheel also comes mounted with major audio controls for the drivers comfort. The speed volume compensation feature allows you to have a better surround sound as it automatically controls the volume, depending upon the speed of the car.

Engine

Engine

Maruti Ciaz is available in diesel as well as petrol engine options. The 1248cc, 16V, Multijet diesel engine kicks out a remarkable 88.8 Bhp of power at 4000 rpm with utmost torque production of 200 Nm made at 1750 rpm. While the 1373cc, K-Series petrol engine generates a maximum power of 91.1 Bhp at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque output of 130 Nm made at 4000 rpm. Both the engines are mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. There will also be an option of 4-speed automatic gearbox mated to the petrol engine.

Mileage

The diesel variant will deliver an average fuel economy in the city with 26.3 kmpl while the Ciaz petrol will also offer a class leading 20.73 kmpl of mileage as compared to the Honda City’s 18 kmpl.

Brakes and Suspension

Maruti Ciaz comes equipped with disc brakes at the front while drum brakes are placed at the rear end in order to make the braking system effective. The anti-lock braking system is also there which is quite strong and has an amazing stopping power.

Variants

The Maruti Ciaz is available in ten variants including six petrol variants - VXi, VXi+, VX+ Automatic, ZXi, ZXi Automatic, ZXi+ and four diesel variants - VDi, VDi+, ZDi and ZDi+.

• Vxi, Vxi+, Zxi, Zxi+
• Vxi+ Automatic, Zxi Automatic
• Vdi,Vdi+, Zdi, Zdi+

Safety Features

Safety

The company has given an equal importance to the safety of driver as well as passengers. The sedan comes equipped with safety features like dual front airbags, fog lamps, anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD) and seat belts for the front as well as rear passengers.

• Dual Front Airbags
• Rear Parking Sensors
• High Tensile Steel Body
• ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
• EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution

Shades

Colors

The sedan is available in seven attractive shades comprising:

• Metallic Clear Beige
• Metallic Glistening Gray
• Metallic Silky Silver
• Metallic Dignity Brown
• Pearl Midnight Black
• Pearl Sangria Red
• Pearl Snow White

Dimensions & Weight

The Ciaz has got a length of 4490 mm, width of 1730 mm, height of 1485 mm as its dimensions. The petrol car variant weighs 1010 kgs while the diesel one weighs around 1105 kgs.

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