Maruti NEXA S-Cross

Expert Review by Maxabout

Introduction

Maruti Suzuki introduced the S-Cross back in September 2015 with the start of its new venture, the NEXA premium dealership. Since then, it has gone through two major updates, and the most recent was the launch of a new facelift model in August 2020, when the carmaker discontinued the diesel engine owing to the dwindling demand and implementation of BS6 norms and only offered the ongoing petrol engine. However, there is fierce competition in the SUV segment in the country these days, but the S-Cross has managed to maintain its own space. Let’s discuss in detail all its features and specifications.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Design and Style

2023 Maruti Nexa S-Cross has an impressive design language. The enormous vertical 10-slat chrome grille and sculpted bonnet look majestic, and the two LED projector headlights contribute to the overall appearance and get LED DRLs as well. The S-Cross is marketed as a "crossover SUV," so it comes with the indispensable plastic cladding all around. Under the headlight cluster, LED fog lamps are placed on the corners of the air dam.

In the side profile, 16-inch alloy wheels give the car a noticeable appearance, while in the rear, a sufficient amount of chrome is used and the design is quite simplistic. Combined taillights and smart hybrid badging are the only notable elements. In terms of the body dimensions of the car, it has an overall length of 4300mm, an overall width of 1785mm, an overall height (with roof rails) of 1595mm, and a wheelbase of 2600mm.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Engine and Gearbox

Powering the new S-Cross is a 1.5-litre, 1462cc, K15B Smart Hybrid petrol engine which is capable of churning out 103 HP of power at 6,000 rpm and 138 Nm of max torque at 4,400 rpm and is combined with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Interior, Instrument Cluster & Boot Space

When you step inside, you'll notice that the Maruti Nexa S-Cross has a premium build quality and elegance, as well as a comfortable cabin. There is soft-touch material used on the dashboard, and chrome accents are used to enhance the blacked-out interior’s appearance. The front and rear seats are comfortable enough, with ample headroom, knee room, and thigh support.

As for practicality, the new S-Cross seems really spacious, and there are enormous bottle holders on all four doors. Even the armrest may be adjusted simply by sliding it, and there is storage room beneath. However, it is not a chilled storage facility. More cubby holes and rooms may be found in the central console.

The instrument cluster of the S-Cross features twin dials and a MID, which depict a plethora of essential information. For carrying a good amount of luggage, the manufacturer has offered the car 375-litre boot space.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking duties in the new Maruti Nexa S-Cross are assigned to ventilated disc at the front and the solid disc at the rear. While the suspension duties are handled by McPherson Strut with Coil Spring at the front and Torsion Beam with Coil Spring at the rear. The crossover-SUV rides on 16-inch machined alloy wheels which are shod in 215/60 size tyres. The offered spare wheel is a 215/60-R16 steel wheel.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Key Features

Speaking of a plethora of features offered by the carmaker, this beauty comes loaded with LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs, LED rear combination lamps, machined alloy wheels, 17.8cm touchscreen smart play studio, auto rain-sensing wipers, multi-information display, cruise control, adjustable steering wheel, push start/stop, reverse parking camera, auto AC, electrically foldable and adjustable ORVMs, auto up/down with anti-pinch, 7-step illumination control, steering mounted audio and calling controls, Bluetooth connectivity, four-door speakers, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, keyless entry, central locking to name a few. For the safety of passengers, it comes equipped with dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, reverse parking sensor, high-speed warning alert, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, engine immobiliser, hill hold assist, anti-theft security system and many more.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Top Speed, Acceleration & Mileage

2023 Maruti Nexa S-Cross offers a top speed of 160+ kmph and accelerates from 0-100 kmph within 12.08 seconds. As far as fuel efficiency is concerned, the car can offer a mileage of 18.43 km/l to 18.55 km/l depending on city traffic or highways.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Variants & Colour Options

The brand has introduced the vehicle with four variants called Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha. As for the colour scheme, you can choose any of the given five vibrant colours named NEXA Blue, Caffeine Brown, Granite Grey, Pearl Arctic White and Premium Silver.

Ex-showroom Price & On-Road Price

The ex-showroom price for the new S-Cross starts at Rs 8.95 lakh for the Sigma variant and goes up to Rs 12.92 lakh for the Alpha automatic variant. To distinguish between off-road and on-road pricing, the ex-showroom price of a car is the asking price that does not include the cost of road tax, insurance, or registration. The on-road price, on the other hand, includes all of the aforementioned costs as well as insurance, registration, a one-time road tax, an extended warranty, and all vehicle accessories. It is important to note that on-road prices in our country vary widely from state to state.

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Competitors

In the Indian car market in its segment, the new S-Cross locks horns with Hyundai i20, Tata Altroz, Volkswagen Polo, Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Nissan Kicks and the Honda Jazz.

Verdict - Should You Buy Maruti Suzuki S-Cross or not?

In the end, we can say, yes, it lacks some amenities when compared to competitors such as the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, but Maruti Suzuki has priced the 2023 S-Cross extremely well, ensuring that it offers excellent value for money. Yes, you won't get a sunroof, ventilated seats, wireless phone charging system, Bose speakers, ambient lighting, or much more if you compare the brochure to the other cars, but you will receive good value for money and a reasonable feature list. However, there is one drawback you will not find a diesel engine option. Hence, you might be disappointed if you want to go for a diesel variant.