Detailed Overview of the New Maruti Dzire: Variant-wise Powertrain Options Explained

The new-generation Maruti Dzire is set to hit the market on November 11, bringing a refreshed exterior design while drawing inspiration from the Swift for its cabin layout. The 2024 Dzire will be available in four main variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi Plus.

Here's an in-depth look at its powertrain options.

Powertrain Options

The 2024 Dzire is powered by Maruti's latest 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Z series petrol engine, introduced with the newest generation of the Swift. Additionally, the Dzire will offer a petrol-CNG variant.

Here are the detailed specifications:

Engine Options:

1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Z series petrol engine
1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Z series petrol-CNG

Power & Torque:

Petrol: 82 PS power, 112 Nm torque
Petrol-CNG: 70 PS power, 102 Nm torque

Transmission Choices:

Petrol: 5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT
CNG: 5-speed MT

Claimed Fuel Efficiency:

Petrol: 24.79 kmpl (MT), 25.71 kmpl (AMT)
CNG: 33.73 km/kg

Variant-wise Powertrain Options

Below is a detailed breakdown of the engine and transmission options available with each variant:

Variant	1.2-litre Petrol (5-speed MT)	1.2-litre Petrol (5-speed AMT)	1.2-litre Petrol-CNG (5-speed MT)
LXi	✅	❌	❌
VXi	✅	✅	✅
ZXi	✅	✅	✅
ZXi Plus	✅	✅	❌

The base-spec LXi variant will only come with the 1.2-litre petrol engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. The mid-spec VXi and ZXi trims will also offer the CNG option, but only with a manual gearbox. The top-end ZXi Plus variant, on the other hand, will come with the petrol engine and provide a choice between the manual and AMT gearboxes.

Features and Safety

The 2024 Dzire includes a host of new features, such as:

9-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Auto AC with rear vents
Wireless phone charger
Cruise control
Single-pane sunroof (first in the segment)

On the safety front, the Dzire offers:

6 airbags (standard)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Rear parking sensors
Segment-first 360-degree camera

Expected Price and Rivals

The 2024 Maruti Dzire is expected to start at Rs 6.70 lakh (ex-showroom) and will compete with other subcompact sedans like the new-generation Honda Amaze, Tata Tigor, and Hyundai Aura.

The new Dzire is geared to provide advanced features and versatility, making it a strong contender in the Indian compact sedan market.