Maruti Ritz Diesel ZDi Updates

Friday, 17 April 2015 10:36 AM The Maruti Suzuki Ritz was discontinued in India in April 2015, marking the end of its production run. This decision was made to make way for new models, such as the YRA, which was under development at the time. The Ritz had seen declining sales, with only 34,500 units sold in the fiscal year 2014-15. I believe this move was necessary for Maruti Suzuki to stay competitive in the market.

Monday, 03 September 2012 09:38 AM In 2012, Maruti Suzuki launched a refreshed version of the Ritz diesel, introducing the ZDi trim. This update included several new features such as a new front grille, body side moulding, a new audio system with USB, dual-tone red interiors, and electrically adjustable rear view mirrors. The ZDi variant also came with dual airbags, ABS, alloy wheels, and steering-mounted audio controls. I think these updates significantly enhanced the vehicles appeal and safety.

Monday, 03 September 2012 07:32 PM The refreshed Maruti Ritz diesel saw an improvement in fuel efficiency by 10%, achieving a mileage of 23.2 km/l. This was achieved through reductions in engine friction and optimization of the motors calibration. The new model also introduced three new colors: breeze blue, mystique red, and granite grey. I believe these changes made the Ritz a more attractive option for fuel-conscious buyers.

Monday, 03 September 2012 09:50 AM The Maruti Ritz ZDi diesel variant was powered by a 1248cc, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produced 75 PS of power at 4000 RPM and 190 Nm of torque at 2000 RPM. It was mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and could reach 60 km/h from a standstill in 5.9 seconds. I think this engine provided a good balance between performance and efficiency.

Thursday, 23 August 2012 11:41 AM The facelifted Maruti Ritz, including the ZDi variant, was expected to be launched during the festival season in India in 2012. The new version was designed to look more appealing and included features like airbags and ABS as standard in the ZDi diesel variant. I believe this facelift helped in maintaining the Ritzs competitiveness in the market.