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New Maruti Suzuki Dzire to launch on November 11: Know everything about the Honda Amaze rival
The upcoming new Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been officially confirmed to go on sale in India on November 11, 2024. Here’s everything we know about it so far.
Maruti Suzuki introduced the 4th-generation model of its much-loved hatchback – Swift – in the country this year. The arrival of the new-generation Swift means that the all-new Maruti Suzuki Dzire will also be hitting showrooms. Maruti Suzuki has decided to launch the 2024 Dzire in India on November 11, post the festive season. Once launched, the 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire will follow the same path of success as its hatchback counterpart. However, it will continue to compete with the Honda Amaze, Hyundai Aura, and Tata Tigor. But what will be new in the Dzire? Here’s everything we know about it so far.
New Maruti Suzuki Dzire: New Design
The pictures of the upcoming 4th-gen Maruti Suzuki Dzire have leaked online, and they give a clear perspective of its design. First of all, it is a big change from the iconic Swift theme. In fact, it doesn’t look at all like what the Dzire or Swift have looked like since the beginning. The front fascia features a wide grille and slim full-LED headlamps. Also, the bonnet seems long and flat, while it gets multi-spoke alloy wheels. The rear section is also completely new, unlike the outgoing model.
New Maruti Suzuki Dzire: Cabin and Features
While the wheelbase of the new-gen Maruti Suzuki Dzire is expected to remain the same as the outgoing model, it could offer more space with the rear bench being pushed back slightly. Our dealer-level sources have confirmed that it will come with a dual-tone interior with beige highlights. Nevertheless, the feature list, won’t be very different from the new-gen Swift currently on sale. It will get power windows, centre locking, 6 airbags, reverse parking sensors, rear defogger and more as standard fitment.
New Maruti Suzuki Dzire: Engine and Gearbox
Under the hood, the updated Dzire will get the new Z-series 1.2L 3-pot petrol motor. It will come with peak power and torque outputs of 81.58 hp and 112 Nm respectively. There will be two transmission options – 5-speed MT and 5-speed AMT. Also, the Dzire will likely be offered with the option of a factory-fitted CNG kit.
New Maruti Suzuki Dzire: Prices
Currently, the Dzire is priced starting at ₹ 6.57 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated model is expected to be priced starting at ₹ 6.99 lakh, ex-showroom. There could be a total of 5 variants – LXI, VXI, VXI(O), ZXI, and ZXI+.
