Shashank
Srivastava, Executive Director (Marketing & Sales), Maruti Suzuki India said the 2020 Dzire offers next generation
K-series engine with segment first idle start-stop technology (ISS),upgraded
premium exterior design, refreshed interiors and advanced features. “The
introduction of advanced K-series Dual Jet, Dual VVT BS6 petrol engine with
idle start-stop function makes it more desirable, low on emissions and high on
fuel efficiency,” he added
This new K-series engine comes with higher
compression ratio, cooled EGR system and piston cooling jet offers improved
engine efficiency and friction reduction. This leads to a fuel efficiency of
23.26 Km/L in MT and 24.12 Km/L in AGS variants. The new K-series engine also
offers increased power output of 66kW (88.50hp) @6000rpm. It is available in
both Manual and Automatic GearShift (AGS) variants.
The
premium single aperture front grille and bold chrome accents in lower bumper emphasise
a stronger road presence. On the interior, the 2020 Dzire comes with twin pod
meter cluster, and a new 10.67cm multi information coloured TFT display giving
it a vibrant visual appeal. Complementing the interiors are the new modern
wooden finish ornaments on the doors and instrument panels with natural gloss
finish. The new characteristic dual tone seats enhance the overall cabin
appeal.
The
new 7 inches Smartplay Studio touch infotainment system combines smartphone,
vehicle and cloud-based services. In addition to music, user can surf news
feed, get the latest weather updates and use navigation with live traffic
updates.
Safety
Features
The
electronic stability programme and Hill-hold function in the AGS variants of
the new Dzire 2020 detect vehicle skid movements and counteracts them. It does
not allow the vehicle to roll-back on inclined slopes in stop-start traffic
condition, ensuring that the driver always stays in control. The 2020 Dzire
comes with bigger sized brakes in the front as well as rear, offering better
braking performance and brake life. Additionally, all variants are equipped
with dual airbags, pre-tensioner force limiter seat belts, ISOFIX (child seat
restraint system) and ABS with EBD.
Built
on the fifth generation HEARTECT platform, the new 2020 Dzire complies with
frontal offset, side impact and pedestrian regulations. In addition to the existing colour options
offered, the 2020 Dzire will be available in two new premium colours--Premium
Silver and Phoenix Red.