Maruti Celerio Diesel VDi Updates
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Wednesday, 03 August 2022 11:11 PM
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio diesel, which was launched in 2015, was discontinued due to low sales numbers. Despite its impressive fuel efficiency of 27.62 kmpl, the car failed to attract buyers, leading Maruti to clear the leftover inventory with significant discounts. I believe the lack of power and the need for constant gear shifts were major turn-offs for potential buyers.
Wednesday, 03 August 2022 10:23 AM
Maruti Suzukis Celerio diesel was the first diesel engine developed in-house by Suzuki, a 793cc two-cylinder unit producing 47bhp and 125Nm of torque. This engine was paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and was known for its fuel efficiency, but it lacked the power needed for smooth overtaking. I think the innovative engine was let down by its performance in real-world driving conditions.
Monday, 01 June 2015 08:21 AM
The Celerio diesel was spotted at Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar plant in preparation for its launch, which was expected to happen in June. The car was to be available in LDi, VDi, and ZDi variants, with pricing between Rs. 4.6 lakhs to Rs. 5.6 lakhs. However, this launch never materialized. I believe the market was not ready for such a small diesel engine at that time.
Monday, 01 June 2015 10:59 AM
The Celerio diesel had the same features as its petrol and CNG siblings, including central locking, child safety locks, and a front passenger airbag in the ZDi variant. Despite these features, the cars exterior and interior remained unchanged from the other variants. I think the lack of distinct design changes might have contributed to its poor sales.
Monday, 01 June 2015 06:51 PM
Maruti Suzuki had plans to use the 793cc diesel engine in other models like the next-generation Wagon R and Alto, as well as in their commercial vehicle, the Carry. However, these plans were shelved after the Celerio diesels poor market performance. I believe this engine had potential but needed more refinement to appeal to a broader audience.
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