Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso has registered over 75,000 units sold since its launch in the Indian market. The entry-level hatchback from the brand has achieved a new sales milestone for the brand in the country.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is a tall-riding hatchback that was launched during Septemeber last year. According to the company, the hatchback has sold in decent volume and has managed to attract more customers because of its practicality and SUVish stance.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

Maruti Suzuki says that S-Presso holds 9 per cent of the total market share in its A2 segment in India. The company has also been aggressive in targeting the right audience for the hatchback. The S-Presso has been marketed across various unique youthful properties throughout the year with such as Comic-Con, ISL, Street Dancer 3D, Cult Fit and IPL to engage young urban customers.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

Speaking on the success, Mr Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, "Within a short span of a year, Maruti Suzuki S-PRESSO has carved a strong niche for itself with many segment-first features like a dynamic centre console with SmartPlay infotainment system, steering mounted audio and voice control etc. In line with the aspirations of young India, S-PRESSO is exclusively designed to offer a mini SUV feel with the best of technologies and features. Rightfully pegged as the ‘Genki car' S-PRESSO stirs right notes to pep-up the industry."

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

He added, "Within a year, S-PRESSO buyers have shown 24% higher inclination to accessorize their cars with unique and exciting accessories to match their lifestyle. In fact, S-PRESSO witnessed an uptake in positive momentum with increased buyer interest in the unlock phase. We thank our customers for their endorsement of this young brand."

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

Speaking about the hatchback itself, the S-Presso is powered by a single 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. It produces a maximum of 67bhp and a peak torque of 90Nm. The engine comes mated to either a five-speed manual or a five-speed AMT automatic transmission.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

Maruti Suzuki is also offering a factory-fitted CNG kit with the same 1.0-litre petrol engine. It produces 58bhp at 5500rpm and 70Nm of torque at 3500rpm. The CNG-powered unit is paired with a standard five-speed manual gearbox. The S-CNG version returns an ARAI rated mileage of 31.2km/kg.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

On the inside, the S-Presso features the hatchback features a centrally-mounted digital instrument cluster, and a seven-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen infotainment system. The interiors of the S-Presso features coloured accents across the cabin with blacked-out trims and dual-tone seat fabric.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

It also comes equipped with multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, pedestrian safety, reverse parking sensor, seat-belt reminder, high-speed warning and more. The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso retails at a starting price of Rs 3.70 lakh and goes all the way up to Rs 5.13 lakh for the top-spec VXI CNG variant. All prices ex-showroom (Delhi).

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Sales Crosses 75,000 Units: Achieves New Milestone

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The SUV-inspired design of the S-Presso has clearly worked for the hatchback. The tall-design makes for a roomy cabin with enhanced practicality, which is essential for the A2 entry-level segment. The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso rivals the Renault Kwid and the Datsun RediGO in the Indian market.

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Article Published On: Saturday, October 3, 2020, 10:53 [IST]
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