Maruti Ritz (2017) Updates

Monday, 27 February 2017 09:03 PM Maruti Suzuki has officially discontinued the sale of the Ritz hatchback in India due to poor demand. The company had sold around 4 lakh units of the vehicle since its launch in 2009. Despite its unique styling, the Ritz failed to gain significant traction in the market. Maruti Suzuki will continue to provide spare parts and service for the Ritz for the next 10 years. I think this move was necessary to make room for newer models that better align with current market trends.

Monday, 27 February 2017 12:07 AM The decision to discontinue the Ritz was part of Maruti Suzukis strategy to refresh its product portfolio and introduce new models. The Ritz was available in both petrol and diesel versions, powered by a 1.2-liter K-Series petrol engine and a 1.3-liter DDiS diesel engine, respectively. The companys focus has now shifted to models like the Ignis, Swift, Celerio, Dzire, and Baleno.

Saturday, 25 February 2017 06:02 AM Maruti Suzuki stopped the production of the Ritz in October 2016, but sales continued until the dealer stocks were depleted. The Ritz was known for its flamboyant profile, but its interiors lacked the excitement needed to attract more buyers. The company ensured that spare parts and service for the Ritz would be available for the next 10 years. I believe this commitment to existing customers is a positive step.

Friday, 24 February 2017 10:40 PM The Ritz was priced between Rs. 4.48 lakh for the base variant and Rs. 6.58 lakh for the top-of-the-line model. Despite minor cosmetic updates in 2012, the sales of the Ritz did not see a significant boost. The lack of a major facelift or generation update contributed to its declining popularity.

Monday, 20 February 2017 05:32 AM Maruti Suzukis compact car segment, which includes models like the Swift, Ritz, Celerio, Ignis, and Baleno, saw a 25.2% growth in sales in January 2017 compared to the same period in 2016. The discontinuation of the Ritz made way for newer models that have been well-received by the market.

Wednesday, 15 February 2017 06:55 PM The Ritz was offered with both manual and automatic transmission options. The petrol variant had a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the diesel variant had a 6-speed manual gearbox. An automatic transmission was also available for the petrol model to cater to a broader range of buyers.

Saturday, 11 February 2017 12:58 AM Maruti Suzukis decision to discontinue the Ritz was influenced by the launch of the Ignis, which received over 10,000 bookings within a week of its launch. The Ignis was designed to appeal to young buyers with its funky design and impressive connectivity options.

Sunday, 05 February 2017 04:40 PM The Ritz played a significant role in strengthening Maruti Suzukis presence in the compact car segment. However, with new models entering the market, the Ritz struggled to keep up with its competitors. I think the unique styling of the Ritz, although not widely appreciated, was a bold move by the company.

Monday, 30 January 2017 04:24 PM Maruti Suzuki confirmed that they would ensure the availability of spare parts and service for the Ritz for the next 10 years, providing reassurance to existing customers. This commitment highlights the companys focus on customer satisfaction even after discontinuing a model.

Wednesday, 25 January 2017 07:48 PM The discontinuation of the Ritz is part of Maruti Suzukis broader strategy to revamp its product lineup and focus on more popular models. This move allows the company to allocate resources more efficiently and cater to changing market demands.