The third-gen Maruti Dzire has been on the market for nearly seven years now, and later this year, it's finally going to see a generation update based on the all-new Swift that’s debuting next month. The compact sedan will boast of evolutionary styling updates, an all-new interior with a few segment-first features as well as a brand-new heart with the new Z Series engine. The launch is expected in the second half of 2024, so let’s take a closer look at what you can expect from the all-new Dzire.
The Swift is a very popular global model, which is why the new-gen Swift saw its debut in Tokyo. The Dzire, however, is specifically made for the Indian market to fit the sub-4m category where it can enjoy small car tax benefits, hence its global debut will also happen here.
Dzire styling to be different from Swift
Sources say that the India-spec Swift will have slightly different styling from the global-spec model, and the Dzire is expected to be differentiated further still. Apart from a completely new rear end, the Dzire is also expected to come with its own unique bumpers, alloys wheels and perhaps different headlamps. In fact, with every new generation of the Swift and Dzire, Maruti has tried to differentiate the styling more. So, while both models will be sharing several sheet metal parts, expect a unique identity for both.
Dzire will be better equipped than Swift
Maruti Suzuki is expected to carry forward the dashboard from the Swift which we know has a lot in common with the Baleno and Fronx. But to differentiated it slightly from its hatchback sibling, Maruti is expected to equip the Dzire with a few additional features. Spy shots have already hinted at a segment-first single-pane sunroof, and there could be other features such as a 360-degree camera as well.
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Dzire will get a new Z Series petrol engine
Under the hood, however, the new Dzire will be identical to the Swift. The K Series 1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine will be replaced by the new Z Series 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine, and like on the Swift, it will get India-specific tweaks with a focus on emissions, efficiency and output. We expect Maruti to continue with the 5-speed manual and AMT gearboxes, which will be tailored for Indian conditions. A factory-fitted CNG kit will be added to the line-up at a later stage.
Dzire launch slated for second half of 2024
Maruti Suzuki is expected to schedule the launch of the Dzire about 3-6 months after the Swift. With the Swift launching next month, the Dzire can be expected closer to the festive season. It will continue to rival the Hyundai Aura and Tata Tigor, but given the updates, expect a fair bump up in prices.
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