Maruthi Suzuki Swift Dzire Review

One of India's oldest automakers Maruthi Suzuki launched the entry-level sedan in the year 2008. The Swift Dzire in many has similarities with its predecessor Suzuki Swift, and in fact, the Dzire was designed based on the platform of Swift.

Maruthi Dzire actually dethroned the other entry-level sedan from Maruthi- Maruthi Suzuki Esteem. The production of Esteem ceased in 2007, and the Swift Dzire was introduced in the Indian markets.



Swift Dzire originated from the project that began in 2005, which was originally an initiative to design a three-back notchback variant of Swift. Of course the Swift Dzire has been modified to a great extent and certainly Dzire proved to be a good competitor to Mahindra Renault Logan and Tata Indigo in the same segment.


New and special features the Dzire boasts of
The Maruthi Suzuki Swift Dzire ensured that it would be enabled with many convenient and safety features, which was unique and new in the entry-level compared to the other sedans present in India. The comfort features include adjustable tilt steering and climate control system, integrated music system with controls on top of the steering, adjustable driver's seat, day/night rare view mirror, power windows and rear arm rest were first of the kind features. Some of the safety features that Dzire boasts of are as follows: ABS or the anti lock braking system, dual front air bags, central-locking system, child lock for the rear doors, front seat belts enabled with pre tensioners, braced with fog lamps both at front and rear and I-Cats immobiliser.

Dzire has been a revolution ever since it was launched in the C sedan series and is indeed dubbed to be the most value-for-money entry level sedan and Dzire is also the sedan with lowest price.

Interior and Exterior styling
The interiors of the Maruthi Suzuki Swift Dzire are thoroughly enabled with safety and comfort features that makes driving a pleasurable experience. The storage space is quite huge to store enough luggage, with additional space to hold cups, tickets etc. The adjustable driver seat and steering wheel testifies the fact that the driver will have a comfortable drive. There are other helpful features such as boot lid opener, lighter and the fuel lid can be opened with the remote control, antenna etc ensures you to have a comfortable drive. If one has to pinpoint the cons of the Dzire it will be the leg space, which is very less.

As far as the exterior of the Swift Dzire goes that car's main goal was to give a classy look to this entry-level sedan and rightly so Maruthi was successful in doing full justice in this regard. The Dzire looks dynamic, stylish and the curvy body of this sedan is definitely the major asset and a sure head turner. The superb chrome front grille extends finely with the shoulder lien of the car that gives Dzire an appealing factor. The powerful headlights have a curve too that enhances the overall look of the car. The wraparound tail lamps at the rear and LED taillights give a classy look to the car.

Engine and performance
The Maruthi Suzuki Swift Dzire is available in both petrol and diesel versions, which are performance and technology oriented vehicles. The petrol variant Swift Dzire is powered by a 1.2L, 1197 K-series engine that enhances comfort and pleasure while driving. And the K-series engine gives a power out put of 85PS at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 113Nm at 4500 rpm. The diesel variants of Swift Dzire are enabled with 1.3L, 1248cc DDiS engine that generates power of 75PS at 4000 rpm and torque of 190Nm at 2000 rpm.

Instrumentation
The instrumentation of the Maruthi Suzuki Swift Dzire comes with round dials with chrome surrounds and has white backlight. Time and exterior temperature are indicated through the multifunctional display, which is positioned exactly at the center. The music controls are mounted on the steering and the Dzire is also enabled with automatic climate control system.


Variants, colors and price
The six variants of the Maruthi Suzuki Swift Dzire is available in a choice of seven colors; sovereign blue, silky silver, clear beige, midnight black, pearl arctic white, azure grey and solid bright red. The ex-showroom (Delhi) price of each variant Dzire is as follows:

Maruthi Swift Dzire LXI: Rs 4,88,424
Maruthi Swift Dzire VXI: RS 5,40,094
Maruthi Swift Dzire LDI: Rs 5,75,588
Maruthi Swift Dzire VDI: Rs 6,24,497
Maruthi Swift Dzire ZXI: Rs 6,32,637
Maruthi Swift Dzire ZDI: Rs 7, 07,740

Opinion
The Swift Dzire could be a wonderful choice for the middle class families, as the car is fuel efficient, looks cool, performance of the engine is good and moreover a good change if one is looking for a big car. Although there are a few disadvantages in Dzire such as the leg and the boot space which are a bit congested as compared to others of the same class and not-so-great interiors as well, the car could be a good buy and one that is very well accepted as new generation VFM car.