New Maruti Dzire - Most Value For Money Variant

The fourth-generation Maruti Dzire recently went on sale in India, with prices starting from Rs 6.79 lakh for the base variant and going up to Rs 10.14 lakh for the fully-loaded top variant. Buyers have nine variants to choose from, spread across four trims – LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+. So if you’re in the market for the new Maruti Dzire and wondering which variant to go for, worry not! We have you covered in this article.

Specifications

Engine: 1.2L, 3-cylinder Z12E
Max Power: 82bhp
Max Torque: 112Nm
Gearbox Options: 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT
Claimed Mileage: 24.79 km/l (MT) / 25.71 km/l (AMT) / 33 km/kg (CNG)

Let's begin with the specifications. Powering the all-new Dzire is the Swift’s 1.2L, 3-cylinder Z12E petrol engine, equipped with an idle start/stop system. The motor delivers a claimed power of 82bhp and 112Nm of torque. The compact sedan is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox. The Dzire CNG variant produces 69.7bhp and 101.8Nm. Maruti Suzuki claims that the new Dzire manual and AMT variants offer fuel efficiency of 24.79 km/l and 25.71 km/l, respectively, while the CNG version promises 33 km/kg.

New Maruti Dzire LXi

Price – Rs 6.79 lakh
Powertrain Options – Petrol-MT

Projector halogen headlights
14-inch steel wheels without covers
Shark fin antenna
LED tail-lights
Black and beige dual-tone interior
Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Fabric seat upholstery
Adjustable front seat headrests
All four power windows
Manual AC
Analogue instrument cluster with MID (multi-information display)
Keyless entry
Auto up/down for the driver-side window
Six airbags
ABS with EBD
Electronic stability program (ESP)
Hill-hold assist
Reverse parking sensor
3-point seat belts with reminders for all seats 
Rear defogger

Verdict: Right from the base variant, the Dzire offers most essential features. It’s a good option for those on a tight budget, without compromising on safety. The sedan’s entry-level variant recently underwent the Global NCAP crash test and achieved a 5-star rating for adult occupant protection and a 4-star rating for child occupant protection.

New Maruti Dzire VXi

Price – Rs 7.79 lakh – Rs 8.74 lakh
Powertrain Options – Petrol-MT/Petrol-AMT/CNG-MT    

Chrome finish on the front grille
Body-coloured door handles and wing mirrors
Turn indicators on wing mirrors
14-inch steel wheels with covers
Steering-mounted controls
Day/night inside rearview mirror (IRVM)
Silver insert on dashboard
7-inch touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Voice assistant
4 speakers
OTA updates
USB and Bluetooth connectivity
Height-adjustable driver’s seat
Adjustable rear headrests
Front roof lamp
Rear AC vents
Rear centre armrest with cupholders
Electrically adjustable and foldable wing mirrors

Verdict: The VXi offers more comfort, connectivity, and convenience features, enhancing the overall ownership experience. Although the prices are slightly higher, it’s worth considering if you plan to go for the AMT or CNG version without extending your budget too much. It’s our highly recommended variant of the new Dzire.

New Maruti Dzire ZXi

Price – Rs 8.89 lakh – Rs 9.84 lakh
Powertrain Options – Petrol-MT/Petrol-AMT/CNG-MT 

Auto LED headlights
LED daytime running lamps
Chrome window garnish
15-inch single-tone alloy wheels
Key-operated boot opening
Wireless phone charger
6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
Silver trim and faux wood insert on dashboard
Push button start/stop
Connected car tech
Auto AC
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Reverse parking camera

Verdict: With a set of additional valuable features, the new Dzire ZXi offers excellent value for money. You can consider it for an additional Rs 1.11 lakh over the VXi variant.

New Maruti Dzire ZXi+

Price – Rs 9.69 lakh – Rs 10.14 lakh
Powertrain Options – Petrol-MT/Petrol-AMT

LED front fog lamps
15-inch dual-tone alloys
9-inch touchscreen infotainment
Coloured MID on instrument console
Single-pane sunroof
Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
Arkamys-tuned sound system
Auto-fold wing mirrors on locking the car
Front footwell illumination
Cruise control
360-degree camera

Verdict: If you want to enjoy all the features to the fullest, the ZXi+ trim is certainly a great choice.

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