After the success of the new Swift, Maruti Suzuki is all set to rejig the sedan segment with a brand new Swift DZire. Several innovations have made the new DZire lighter, quieter and nimble; the petrol variant delivers an enhanced fuel efficiency of 19.1 km per litre and the diesel variant promises improved fuel efficiency of 23.4 km per litre.

The new Swift DZire built on a brand new platform measures 3995mm in length, has a width of 1695mm. In addition, it is 25mm higher at 1530mm and a larger wheel base of 2430mm adding to overall vehicle stability.

The K12M VVT petrol engine delivers a power of 87 Ps @ 6000 rpm and torque of 114Nm @ 4000 rpm which empowers the new Swift Dzire to cruise, accelerate and climb steep inclines, effortlessly.

The new Swift DZire will be OBD-2 compliant. On Board Diagnostics informs the customer of any malfunction in the emission control system which may lead to undue increase in exhaust emissions.

The new Swift DZire offers tighter turning radius of 4.8m and best in class ground clearance of 170mm. The optimized boot now measures 316 litres enough for a family sedan.

The DZire has in place many in-built safety features such as a monocoque body with stronger frame, collapsible steering column, crumple zones, side impact beams on door, adjustable individual head restraints.

High points of the interiors include, Tilt steering, Steering mounted Audio Control, premium dual coloured theme of beige and black, wood finish inserts, silver accents, leather trims, chrome inserts, high grade seat fabric.

The new DZire comes with electrically adjustable ORVMS and a USB with iPod connectivity, digital tuner with DSP unit, 6 speakers with enhanced sound quality.

The DZire brings along a quieter cabin, by employing effective sound dampeners and sealants and using a hydraulic engine mounting system, the cabin noise has been brought down significantly over 3 decibel.

The new Swift DZire will be manufactured at the Company’s state-of-the-art Manesar plant and it will be out by the first week of February this year.

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