Suzuki Dzire

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Suzuki Dzire
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL Sport 2018 (40090671923).jpg
2018 Suzuki Dzire GL Sport (Chile)
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
Also calledSuzuki Swift Dzire (2008–2017)
Production2008–present
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact car
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related
Chronology
PredecessorMaruti Suzuki Esteem

The Suzuki Dzire (stylized as the Suzuki DZire, previously known as Suzuki Swift Dzire but still sold as Suzuki Swift sedan in Colombia)[1] is a subcompact sedan made by Suzuki for the Indian market since 2008. It was developed as a sedan variation of the Swift hatchback.

The Dzire was launched in 2008 and was based on the first generation Swift hatchback. It was introduced as a subcompact sedan for the Indian market in order to offer a sedan-like car in a smaller size. Later, in order to get the tax benefits offered to cars with a length below 4 meters in India, it was converted into a sub-4-meter sedan.

First generation (2008)[]

First generation
Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire (cropped).jpg
Overview
Production
  • 2008–2012
  • 2012–2016 (Swift Dzire Tour
)
AssemblyIndia: Manesar, Haryana (Maruti Suzuki)
Body and chassis
RelatedSuzuki Swift (first generation)
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.2 L K12M VVT I4
  • 1.3 L G13BB I4
  • Diesel:
  • 1.3 L D13A DDiS I4 turbodiesel
Transmission5-speed Aisin manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,390 mm (94.1 in)
Length4,160 mm (163.8 in)
Width1,690 mm (66.5 in)
Height1,530 mm (60.2 in)
Curb weight1,035–1,080 kg (2,281.8–2,381.0 lb)
Rear view

The Swift Dzire was introduced with a 1.3 L petrol engine and a Fiat-sourced 1.3 L diesel engine. Due to the BS IV emission norms in 2010, Maruti replaced the petrol engine with a 1.2 L K-series engine.[2]

This generation was discontinued in 2012 for general buyers but continued to be produced until 2016 for fleet operators as the Swift Dzire Tour.

Powertrain[]

Type Engine Transmission Power Torque
Petrol 1.2 L I4 5-speed manual 85 PS (84 hp) at 6000 rpm 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm
1.3 L I4 88 PS (87 hp) at 6000 rpm 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm
Diesel 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm

Second generation (2012)[]

Second generation
Suzuki Swift Dzire 1.2 GL 2013.jpg
Suzuki Swift Dzire (pre-facelift)
Overview
Production
  • 2012–2017
  • 2017–present (Dzire Tour S)
AssemblyIndia: Manesar, Haryana (Maruti Suzuki)
Body and chassis
Related
  • Suzuki Ertiga (first generation)
  • Suzuki Swift (second generation)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,430 mm (95.7 in)
Length3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height1,555 mm (61.2 in)
Curb weight960–1,070 kg (2,116.4–2,358.9 lb)
Rear view (pre-facelift)
Front view (facelift)
Rear view (facelift)

The second generation Swift Dzire was based on the second generation Swift hatchback. This update was a very significant one as its length was reduced below four meters in order to get the tax benefit offered to sub-4-meter cars. A 1.2 L K-series petrol engine was introduced, and a 1.3 L DDiS turbodiesel engine. A four-speed automatic transmission option which was available only in the VXi trim.[3]

The 2015 revised Swift Dzire was rated as the most fuel efficient diesel car in India.[4][5]

Maruti Suzuki launched the DZire ZDi with Automatic Gear Shift (AGS) in January 2016.[6] The 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) is paired to the 1.3 L DDiS turbodiesel engine.

The second generation Dzire is still available in India for fleet operators as the Dzire Tour S. Initially the 1.3 L turbodiesel engine was also available, but then dropped in April 2020 due the implementation of BS6 emissions standard. Currently only 1.2 L petrol and CNG engine are available, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

Powertrain[]

Type Engine Transmission Power Torque
Petrol 1.2 L I4 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic 83 PS (82 hp) at 6000 rpm 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpm
CNG 5-speed manual 71 PS (70 hp) at 6000 rpm 95 N⋅m (70 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm
Diesel 1.3 L I4 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm

Third generation (2017)[]

Third generation
Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXi VVT (front).JPG
Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXi (pre-facelift)
Overview
Also calledSuzuki Swift Sedan (Colombia)[1]
Production2017–present
AssemblyIndia: Manesar, Haryana (Maruti Suzuki); Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat)
Body and chassis
PlatformHEARTECT platform
Related
  • Suzuki Baleno (WB)
  • Suzuki Ertiga (second generation)
  • Suzuki Ignis (second generation)
  • Suzuki Swift (third generation)
  • Suzuki Wagon R
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.2 L K12M VVT I4
  • MHEV:
  • 1.2 L K12N Dualjet Dual VVT I4
  • Diesel:
  • 1.3 L D13A DDiS I4 turbodiesel
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Length3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width1,735 mm (68.3 in)
Height1,515 mm (59.6 in)
Curb weight860–990 kg (1,896.0–2,182.6 lb)
Rear view
Facelift

Maruti Suzuki launched the third generation Dzire sedan in India on 16 May 2017.[7][8] The third generation dropped the "Swift" nameplate (except in Colombia where it is marketed as Swift Sedan),[1] and is based on the third generation of the Suzuki Swift. It is based on the third generation Swift but, for the first time ever, it drops the Swift badge from its name. The second-generation Dzire continued to be produced and sold exclusively to fleet operators, while being rebadged as the Dzire Tour S.

It is built on the HEARTECT platform which uses Ultra-high tensile and high tensile steel in its construction, so as to not comprise on structural rigidity. Despite being lighter, Maruti claims that the vehicle is compliant with frontal and side impact regulations, as well as meets pedestrian safety regulations. The car is also wider and offers increased space for the occupant. Maruti claims that the third generation Dzire has 55 mm better rear legroom, as compared to the previous model. Moreover, the boot space has been increased to 378 litre.

It has a completely revised external body design with a special focus on the front section. It has a newly designed large hexagonal grille in the front section flanked by an all-new projector headlamps and a strip of LED DRLs running on the cluster. The body loses its overly bulgy nature and looks cleaner than before.

The engine options on offer at launch include a 1.2 L K12M motor producing 82 bhp and 113 N m of torque, while the diesel gets the 1.3 L D13A DDiS motor with 74 bhp and 190 N m of torque. Both engines can be had with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT. The petrol models is rated 22 km/L and the diesel models are rated at 28.40 km/L in the fuel economy department.[9]

Facelifted model appeared in March 2020.[10] For the Indian market, both 1.2 L petrol and 1.3 L turbodiesel engines were replace by a new BS6 compliant 1.2 L K12N mild hybrid engine from the Baleno hybrid.[10]

Powertrain[]

Type Engine Transmission Power Torque
Petrol 1.2 L I4 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT 83 PS (82 hp) at 6000 rpm 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4200 rpm
Hybrid 90 PS (89 hp) at 6000 rpm 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm
Diesel 1.3 L I4 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm

Sales[]

Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been leading the subcompact segment in India ever since its second generation was introduced. Back in 2015, the company added another feature to its hat by crossing the sales mark of 1 million[11] (1 million) sold units in the domestic market. The car has been grossing up a sales number of over 15,000 and close to 20,000 in the 2016–17 period where it has registered more than double the sales number of its competitors like the Honda Amaze, Hyundai Xcent and Tata Zest.

Year India
2011 99,515[12]
2012 154,273[13]
2013 198,317[14]
2014 210,882[15]
2015 233,570[16]
2016 202,076[17]
2017 225,043[18]
2018 261,603[19]
2019 209,657[20]
2020 124,969[21]
2021 116,222[22]

Reception[]

In 2015, the Suzuki Dzire won J.D. Power's Most Appealing Entry Mid-size Car and the Most Dependable Mid-size Car.[23]

References[]

  1. ^ a b c "Nuevo Swift Sedán". Suzuki Autos Colombia (in Spanish). Archived from the original on 28 November 2020.
  2. ^ "Evolution: Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire". Car Dekho. 26 August 2015.
  3. ^ "FAQEverything you wanted to know about Maruti Swift Dzire". India Car News.
  4. ^ "2015 Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire: India's most fuel-efficient diesel car launched". IBN Live. Archived from the original on 26 February 2015. Retrieved 26 February 2015.
  5. ^ "Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire Facelift Launched at Rs 5.07 lac; Now Delivers a Fuel Economy of 26.59kmpl". Business Standard. Retrieved 26 February 2015.
  6. ^ "Maruti DZire ZDI Gets AT Option, Priced At INR 8.39 Lakh". indianautosblog.com. Retrieved 21 March 2016.
  7. ^ "Maruti Dzire Unveiled: New Specifications and Features Explained". The Quint. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
  8. ^ "2017 Maruti Suzuki Dzire launched at Rs. 5.45 lakh | Team-BHP". Team-BHP.com. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
  9. ^ "2017 Maruti Dzire launch date, specifications, images & complete details". Car Blog India. 18 May 2017. Retrieved 18 May 2017.
  10. ^ a b Parikh, Sagar (3 March 2020). "2020 Maruti DZire (facelift) to offer 14% higher fuel economy and more safety - Report". Indian Auto Blog. Retrieved 15 March 2021.
  11. ^ Balachandar, G. "Maruti ends 2015 with highest-ever annual sales". The Hindu. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
  12. ^ Gasnier, Matt (6 January 2012). "India Full Year 2011: Maruti Alto leads for 7th consecutive year December 2011: Toyota has its best month ever". Best Selling Cars Blog. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
  13. ^ Gasnier, Matt (14 January 2013). "India Full Year 2012: Maruti Swift and DZire beat records". Best Selling Cars Blog. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
  14. ^ Gasnier, Matt (11 January 2014). "India Full Year 2013: Maruti Alto #1, Swift, DZire and Wagon R break records". Best Selling Cars Blog. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
  15. ^ Team, MotorBeam (12 January 2015). "Top 20 Best Selling Cars In India In 2014". MotorBeam. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
  16. ^ M, Surendhar (6 January 2016). "Top 15 Most Sold Cars of 2015 in India - Sales Analysis". Gaadiwaadi.com. Retrieved 10 March 2021.
  17. ^ M, Surendhar (21 January 2017). "Top 15 Most Sold Cars of 2016". Gaadiwaadi.com. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
  18. ^ "Top 10 bestselling cars of 2017: Alto on 13-year high, Brezza, Baleno biggest movers". www.businesstoday.in. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
  19. ^ "Highest selling cars of India in 2018". CarWale. 20 January 2019. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
  20. ^ M, Surendhar (7 January 2020). "Top 10 Best Selling Cars Of 2019, Dzire On Top - January To December". Gaadiwaadi.com. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
  21. ^ "Top Selling Cars in India for 2020!". Auto Punditz. 1 February 2021. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
  22. ^ García, Gerardo (8 January 2022). "Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 11 January 2022.
  23. ^ Khan, Nabeel (30 July 2015). "Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire Enters The Elite Million Club". Business Standard India. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
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