Monday, May 07, 2007

Maruti Launches SX4 at Rs 6.18 lakh

Maruti's three-box car Suzuki SX4 has hit the Indian roads. Targeted at the A-3 segment, the all new SX4 sedan, from the country’s biggest car manufacturer, has been launched in two variants sporting 1.6 litre engine. The lower version of SX4, VXi, is priced at Rs 6.18 lakh while the higher variant, ZXi, comes at a price tag of Rs 6.89 lakh. The upper version of Zxi has been priced at Rs 7.24 lakh.

Maruti SX4 belches out a total of 102 horse power with the help of Suzuki's advanced, next generation M-series global engine. The car sports a 16-valve, DOHC, 1.6 litre engine which is capable enough to meet the stringent Bharat stage-IV emission norms. Plus, the car can be made compatible with the forthcoming Euro-V emissions norms too, if needed.

SX4 car has been especially groomed with Swift-like modern looks to take on the current segment leader, Honda City. The extended version of the same platform is being used for the SX4 that will currently be sold in China and India.

The company claims the new SX4 to be the tallest, longest and the widest car in the 'C' segment. With enough of legroom and headroom in the offering, it will be a complete driver's car. Cherry on the cake is its high ground clearance of 190mm. The short overhangs and the large glass area also adds to its beauty and makes it more featurish.

The interior of the sedan has been a given dual-tone theme of grey and skin colour. Unlike other Maruti cars, the quality of upholstery used seems to be pleasing. Leather seats are optional in the top-end ZXi variant and the music system comes as a standard feature.

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