Maruti Zen Estilo (2008)

Thursday, 25 July 2024 11:03 AM The Maruti Zen Estilo was known for its reliability and ease of maintenance. A user reported that their 2009 Zen Estilo, with over 2.92 lakh kilometers, still runs faithfully after extensive maintenance and repair work, including a full service, gearbox oil change, and replacement of various parts. I think this speaks volumes about Marutis build quality.

Tuesday, 31 December 2013 10:24 AM The Maruti Zen Estilo, introduced in 2006, was a successor to the popular Maruti Zen hatchback but failed to replicate its predecessors success despite styling updates and the new 1.0-litre K10 engine. The car was priced similarly to the Wagon R and shared the same chassis. I think the Estilos design, though sleeker, didnt quite resonate with Indian buyers.

Monday, 23 September 2013 05:06 PM Maruti Suzuki discontinued the Zen Estilo in 2013 due to lacklustre sales. The Estilo was available in various variants, including a factory-fitted CNG kit with Intelligent-Gas Port Injection (i-GPI) technology, which was aimed at reducing emissions and improving mileage. I believe the CNG option was a good move, but it wasnt enough to boost sales.

Saturday, 12 June 2010 11:12 AM The Zen Estilo featured a 998 cc to 1061 cc engine, producing 64 to 67.1 bhp and 8.6 to 90 Nm of torque. The car had a manual transmission and offered a mileage of 16.9 to 19 kmpl for the petrol variant and 26.3 km/kg for the CNG variant. I believe the engine performance was decent for its time.

Wednesday, 23 September 2009 06:50 PM In 2009, Maruti Suzuki dropped the Zen branding from the Estilos name, opting for just Estilo. This move was part of a minor facelift and an attempt to reposition the car in the market. I think this rebranding effort was too little, too late.

Saturday, 29 August 2009 12:19 PM The Maruti Zen Estilo was available with several features, including a digital odometer, air conditioner, central locking, and keyless entry. These features were aimed at making the car more appealing to buyers in the competitive Indian market. I believe these features helped but werent enough to sway buyers.

Thursday, 01 January 2009 12:38 AM The Estilo had a rack and pinion steering system with electric power assist, which was a first for Maruti Suzuki. The car also had a turning circle of 3.9 meters and a ground clearance of 165 mm. I think the steering system was a significant improvement.

Monday, 15 December 2008 07:53 AM The Maruti Zen Estilo was priced between Rs. 3.19 lakh and Rs. 4.25 lakh, making it an affordable option in the hatchback segment. However, it failed to gain significant market traction despite its competitive pricing. I believe the pricing was right, but the market just wasnt ready for it.

Monday, 01 December 2008 03:48 PM The Zen Estilo was launched with a 1.0-litre K10 engine, which was also used in the Wagon R. This engine provided a balance between performance and fuel efficiency, but it wasnt enough to make the Estilo a bestseller. I think the engine was a good choice, but it needed more marketing push.

Thursday, 14 September 2006 07:04 AM When introduced, the Maruti Zen Estilo was seen as a sleeker alternative to the boxy Wagon R, with its fresh design and the prestigious Zen moniker. However, the Zen tag eventually worked against its marketing, as buyers associated it more with the older Zen model. I believe this branding confusion hurt the Estilos chances.