Would a strong hybrid powertrain option from Maruti Suzuki be a good idea in the Ciaz?
Due to the focus on efficiency of the fuel and the current environmental concerns, the hybrid powertrain is using more and more in the automotive industry. Some say that a strong hybrid system would enhance its appeal and competitiveness greatly, and Maruti Suzuki has already introduced mild hybrid technology in the Ciaz. This could potentially put the Ciaz in direct competition with vehicles like the Honda City e:This is HEV with better fuel economy and lower emissions. But it would probably make the car more expensive, maybe even more than a segment higher. But then there is the question of whether Maruti Suzuki’s target audience for the Ciaz would be willing to pay a premium for hybrid technology. Some enthusiasts also say that a strong hybrid system may dilute the Ciaz’s simplicity and ease of maintenance, which are currently two of its strong points.
Absolutely! It would be amazing to have a strong hybrid Ciaz. It could easily compete with the City e:They offer killer fuel efficiency, and also HEV. If they made it, I'd definitely be considering buying one.
I don't think it's necessary. For most users, the current mild hybrid system is good enough. They'd just create a more expensive and complicated thing to maintain.
It's a tough call. The Ciaz is great for efficiency, but a strong hybrid would price it out of the current segment. The pricing would have to be taken care of by Maruti.
I would love to see a strong hybrid Ciaz as long as Maruti can keep the price reasonable. If they can do it all – performance, efficiency, and cost – it could be a game changer.
Why not? This would make the Ciaz have a unique selling point in its segment. And with fuel prices rising all the time, the long term savings could make up for the higher initial cost.
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