Maruti Suzuki Kizashi a Perfect Endeavour

Maruti Suzuki India Limited established in 1981 is a sister; concern of Suzuki Motor Corporation Japan is the leading Indian car manufacturer company.  Starting from Maruti 800 it has ventured in Hatchback to sedans along with Sports utility Vehicles. It is only Indian company, which has manufactured and sold more than million cars. Recently in 2007 original name of the company, Maruti Udyog Limited was renamed as Maruti Suzuki India Limited with headquarters located in New Delhi India. This Company has two manufacturing facilities located at Gurgaon and Manesar with amazing network of sales and services throughout the country.

This Blog is about the all-new Maruti Suzuki Kizashi, which is launched in Indian market in late 2010 although you are able to see the only Suzuki logo on the boot lid rather than usual Maruti Suzuki it will give an idea that it is a direct import or CBU (Completely Built unit). With failed attempts and bad experience with Grand Vitara and SX4 whose sales figure never boosted they have decided to import the all-new Kizashi rather than assembling a low volume product. This blog will cover specifications, designs, models and offerings provided to the prospect buyers along with analyzing some finer elements to understand what makes this car the biggest hit in recent Indian Auto Expo.

Kizashi in Indian Market

This all-new Kizashi is a true Sedan offered in only three colors Black, Silver and White and as it will be imported, you will have to wait for two months to get the car in your parking garage after booking one for you. Kizashi means “Sign of good things to come” and they have almost made it clear that still there is lot of good to be delivered by Maruti Suzuki apart from the affordability and emotional appeal. Kizashi is a role model for engineering excellence with roomy cabins, graceful design and user centered functionality. This car for sure will compete with the similar cars in the segment where Indian customers are looking for pricing affordability, roominess and driving pleasure.

Kizashi Variants

Kizashi is offered in two trim levels in India Kizashi CVT with six-speed automatic and manual Sports mode and Kizashi MT with six-speed manual transmission.

Design and Styling of Kizashi

·         The exterior design is thoughtfully crafted blend of European style and Japanese Craftsmanship with three-dimensional mesh design and smoked look finish making bold and powerful statement.

·         The headlamps are like jewelry design crafted with connected rings and silver rings with appropriate lenses to create beautiful contrasting visual textures.

·         It has 17” alloy wheels with minimal front overhang optimized for performance oriented Sports Sedan.

·         The rear will reflect the sports element of Suzuki Sports Sedan with sporty and elegant tail lamps and stylish integrated spoiler.

·         Dual radical sport exhausts with stainless steel covers inspired by Suzuki’s own sports bike design.

·         To make the ride extra smooth it is equipped with highly rigid reinforced front and multi-link rear suspension crafted for all wheel drive compatibility.

·         It has standard four-wheel disk brakes from renowned Akebono world leader in NVH control and analysis brake suppliers to leading automotives and high-speed rails.

Engine of Kizashi

In engine segment, you will notice the same engine, which was used in Grand Vitara with the difference that this new engine would produce more power. The standard 2.4-Liter 16-Valve VVT DOHC inline-four cylinder engine will really give a run for its competitors with same engine features. With the powerful engine, it can generate power of 176 HP at 6500 RPM and a torque of 224 nm at 4000 RPM. In near future more fuel efficient Hybrid version of the car is in kitty for Kizashi. With the powerful engine Kizashi offers excellent fuel efficiency of 12.53 Kmpl (CVT) and 12.45 kmpl for 6 speed MT.

Interiors of Kizashi

If you are obsessed with the regular interiors of Maruti Suzuki then Kizashi has a long list of surprises for you.

·         Stylish perforated Leather seats with electronic controls and all available memory settings. Although you will, have to choose between the leather and cloth trimmed seats.  

·         The audio system that comes standard with car is 7-speaker 425-watt Rockford Fosgate audio system with IPod connectivity and Bluetooth functionality for playing streaming music.

·         The beige section of the dashboard is padded and everything is done in grey color to give it classy look along with unique switchgear.

·         Premium 10 way adjustable drivers power seats with 3 memory settings which will restore your favorite position in case it is been replaced by another user.

·         A convenient keyless push starts system, which will make sure that you have more comfort.

• Tilt and telescopic multi functioning steering wheel that comes mounted with different controls and sports car styled sift paddles for CVT version.

Safety features of Kizashi

·         Strong high tensile steel body provides greater advantage to withstand impacts from any direction.

·         With two front and side, airbags for front seats along with left and right curtain airbags will take all the necessary hitting to keep you safe.

·         Automatically roll up anti-pinch windows will provide additional safety to the car and occupants.

• Electronic Stability Program with ABS and EBD will enlighten the braking safety by preventing skidding and spinning of the car.

Prices for Kizashi

·         Maruti Kizashi MT will start from Rs. 16.5 Lakhs

·         Maruti Kizashi CVT will start from Rs. 17.5 Lakhs

Competitors for Kizashi

The main Rivals for Kizashi are Volkswagen Jetta, Honda Accord, Honda Civic and Skoda Laura. Although some of the cars might outperform Kizashi in some of the segments it is interesting to see hoe Kizashi cope ups with the competition and manages to outdo the increasing expectation of ever-growing Indian automotive market.

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