Fuel Efficiency of A Star

Fuel Efficiency of Maruti Suzuki A Star:

On highways – 19.6 kmpl

On City – 15.3 kmpl

Overall – 16.3 kmpl


The A-Star has a sporty styling, responsive KB-Series engine and gives you comfortable ride but has cramped Interiors, small rear windows, less rear legroom and has a very small boot.

Maruti SX4 to be launched with new more powerful engine

India’s largest car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki had stopped manufacturing it’s expensive mid-size sedan SX4 and planning to re-launch it with new 1.6 litre engine within 2 weeks of time. Maruti SX4 was first launch in May 2007 to compete with Honda’s best selling model City. With new SX4, Maruti will also bring Bollywood star John Abraham as a new brand ambassador for the sporty model.

The new Maruti SX4 will have an additional automatic variant and better power with Bharat Stage IV emission norm. Maruti already got some cars like Ritz, A-Star and new Zen Estilo which fulfills Bharat Stage IV emission norms.

Maruti Suzuki will pinch SX4’s engine by increasing the torque by 20-30 newton meters and it will deliver 165-175 Nm of power.

Maruti Estilo Launched in New Delhi

Maruti Suzuki India Limited launched the Estilo with all-new overall looks and advanced technological features. The bolder new Estilo is designed to meet the aspirations of the Indian customer, is a heady-mix of sculpted features, bold designs, new exciting colors like dusky brown, quantum orange and superior white.

The new Estilo equipped with a new engine and a transmission system. It has a popular 998cc K-series engine, the Estilo delivers a superior fuel efficiency of 18.2 kmpl (ARAI test results). This BSIV compliant engine makes the Estilo the second car in Maruti Suzuki stable that meets the BSIV norms. The New Estilo comes with a new efficient transmission technology and advanced 'Detent pin' gear shift mechanism that provides a smooth and precise gear shift feeling.

It comes in four variant LX, LXi, VXi and VXi with ABS. the basic model LX is available at the price tag of Rs. 3,19,142 (ex-showroom, Bangalore) and top end variant VXi with ABS cost Rs. 3,96,400 (ex-showroom, Bangalore).

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, "The new Estilo, with a new technology engine and a new transmission, is sure to delight the customer. We are confident that the new Estilo with its bolder new design and interiors will add to the competitive edge of Maruti Suzuki in compact car segment."

The new Estilo flaunts expressive, bold frontline looks owing to new swept-back headlamps, dynamic front and rear bumpers, sculpted fog lamp surrounds and a new hood design with crease lines. The rich chrome detailing in the grille and the stylish wheel covers add to the premium feel. The side door mouldings and ORVM's have been given a new design to add to the bold looks.

The interiors of the new Estilo have been done up in a posh-looking two-tone beige/chocolate brown complimentary combination, which adds to the refreshing feel inside the vehicle. The seat-covers, embossed with new organically designed geometric patterns heighten the posh looks of the car's interiors.

The dash-board is in a dual tone chocolate brown and beige combination with new attractive and bright silver accent prominently on the center console, instruments cluster, steering wheel, AC louvers and gear knob. The instrument panel has an all new design speedometer, digital fuel level indicator and multi-function display.

The New Estilo has better safety and security features. Now it has more space between steering wheel and front bumper that increase frontal impact absorbing area. In top end model it has Driver side airbags and ABS (anti-lock braking system). It also has front and rear fog lamps, rear wiper with washers. VXi is equipped with better security features - it comes with i-CATS integrated keys, five-door central locking and anti-theft alarm.

The New Estilo is more environments friendly, it is also ELV compliant and 89% of the parts are environment friendly meeting ELV norms.

Maruti's New Grand Vitara

Maruti did a makeover to it’s SUV Grand Vitara. New Grand Vitara got a powerful 2.4 litre petrol engine, previously Vitara had 2.0 litre engine. The new engine also added the cost to it’s ex-showroom price, now new Vitara came with 2.5 lakh more than the old 2.0 L Vitara. New Vitara got an excellent performance and response time. This new Grand Vitara generates power of 163 bhp and 23 kgm of torque. With new version you can touch the 0-100 kph mark in just 11.8 seconds which is close to 3 seconds less than old machine. You will also enjoy the off road performance of this SUV and you will get a pretty stable ride in bumpy roads. Handling is very good and with 4 WD you get a better grip on the road.

New Vitara also got a bigger 17 inches wheels that give a little taller look. From outside it looks more muscular and stylish and also got a modernized grill. Interior is quite decent but Maruti should use better quality of plastics at least in this new model. Seats are very comfortable. This new SUV can easily accommodate taller persons, thanks to have a enough leg and head room. The other upgrades are climate control system and trip computer. Integrated CD changer and user friendly buttons are really nice. Stylish steering wheel with audio control is pretty cool.

At price tag of 16.5 lakh, New Grand Vitara offers a lot which is not a bad deal. You are getting almost everything from looks to performance and of course it’s a SUV. Don’t forget Maruti also got the best service network in India.