Here are exclusive images of Maruti's all-new RIII MPV, slated to be launched by the end of 2011, designed to accommodate the traditional large Indian family. Maruti has stretched the wheelbase to 2740mm which is 380mm more than that of the Ritz, and they have also added an additional rear overhang.
The length of the RIII at 4265mm is well over the critical four-metre length, which means that the RIII won’t qualify for a small-car excise cut. Additionally, the people-mover will get an all-new 1372cc K14 petrol engine which churns out a decent 95bhp and produces 13kgm of torque. Also on the cards is the Fiat-designed, VGT-equipped 89bhp DDiS motor from the SX4.
For more details on the new mini-MPV, grab the latest copy of Autocar India that’s out on news-stands.
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