Maruti S-Presso Bookings Started: India-Launch Scheduled For 30th September

The Maruti S-Presso is the latest entrant to the entry-level hatchback segment from the Indian carmaker. The hatchback is based on the ‘Future-S' concept showcased by Maruti Suzuki at the 2018 Auto Expo. The company has scheduled the launch of the S-Presso on the 30th September.

Once launched in India, the new S-Presso hatchback will be positioned above the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and will take on rivals such as the Renault Kwid and the Datsun redi-Go.

Maruti Suzuki has just released the first set of official images revealing the interiors and exteriors of the new S-Presso hatchback. The Maruti S-Presso comes with a completely new design, along with a host of features and equipment as well.

Starting from the outside, the Maruti S-Presso comes with an upright stance with an almost SUV-ish design. This is further accentuated by the squared off edges and the high ground clearance on the hatchback.

Inside, the Maruti S-Presso comes with a host of features. This includes a centrally placed digital instrument cluster with speedometer and tachometer, large touchscreen infotainment display with Maruti's latest SmartPlay Studio featuring Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other features include an all-black interiors, orange accents around the AC vents and a circular outline around the central instrument cluster and the infotainment unit — here are more details.

In terms of engine specifications, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is the brand's first car to receive a BS-VI compliant 1.0-litre petrol engine. It produces 68bhp and 90Nm of torque and is mated to a standard five-speed manual gearbox. The higher spec variants of the S-Presso also comes with Maruti's AGS automatic transmission units as well.

The Maruti S-Presso has been spied testing in the Indian market on multiple occasions. Recent spy pics also reveal the S-Presso arriving at dealerships across India, indicating that deliveries will begin immediately from the time of launch — here are further details.

Thoughts On The Maruti S-Presso Bookings In India

Maruti Suzuki has finally started accepting bookings in the country for the S-Presso. The Maruti S-Presso will rival the likes of the upcoming Renault Kwid facelift once launched in India and is expected to be priced in the range of Rs 3.5 lakh, ex-showroom.