Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXi: The Most Value-For-Money Variant

Published: Monday, November 18, 2024, 13:13 [IST]

Maruti Suzuki launched the 4th generation Dzire sedan in India with a starting price of Rs 6.79 lakh (ex-showroom). While the base LXi variant itself comes loaded with plenty of features, we think the mid-spec VXi variant offers the best value for money.

For starters, the Dzire VXi comes with some extra essential features which we think could be very useful for a buyer. Also, the VXi variant of the Dzire is a lot more affordable compared to the ZXi and ZXi+ variants.

On the outside, the Dzire VXi comes equipped with body-coloured ORVMs with integrated turn indicators, front grille with chrome inserts, body-coloured door handles, and wheel covers. While these features can be added to the LXi, factory fit-and-finish cannot be replicated.

However, on the inside, the VXi variant further wows its users with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with OTA updates, steering-mounted controls, rear AC vents, and a height-adjustable driver seat. There's a Type-C USB charging port for second-row passengers as well.

That being said, the new Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with 5-Star safety rating from Global NCAP, making it one of the safest cars you can currently buy in India. Some of the noticeable safety features include 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Hill Hold Assist (HHA), ABS with EBD, and ISOFIX child seat anchors.

Other safety features include high-speed warning alerts, reverse parking sensors, three-point seat belts for all seats, seat belt reminder lamps and buzzers for everyone, and front seat belts with pre-tensioners and force limiters.

The new Maruti Suzuki Dzire is powered by a new 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z12E petrol engine, replacing the previous four-cylinder K-series engine. This engine is tuned to produce 82hp and 112Nm of torque.

Transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 5-speed AMT unit. However, the CNG version of the Dzire sedan comes exclusively with a 5-speed manual transmission. The CNG model puts out 69hp and 102Nm of torque in CNG mode.