Summary
The Suzuki Dzire (stylized DZire, previously knows as the Suzuki Swift Dzire), known as the Suzuki Swift Sedan in Colombia and Guatemala, [1][2] is a subcompact notchback sedan made by Suzuki mainly for the Indian market since 2008. It was developed as a sedan variation of the Swift hatchback.
| Suzuki Dzire | |
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 2022 Suzuki Dzire GLX (Chile) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
| Also called | Suzuki Swift Dzire (2008–2017) Suzuki Swift Sedan |
| Production | 2008–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact car |
| Body style | 4-door sedan (2008–2016) 4-door notchback sedan (2012–present) |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Maruti Suzuki Esteem |
The Dzire was launched in 2008 and was based on the first generation Swift hatchback. It was introduced as a subcompact sedan for the Indian market in order to offer a sedan-like car in a smaller size. Later, in order to get the tax benefits offered to cars with a length below 4 meters in India, it was converted into a sub-4-meter sedan.
First generation (2008) edit
| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production |
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| Assembly | India: Manesar, Haryana (Maruti Suzuki) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Suzuki Swift (first generation) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 5-speed Aisin manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,390 mm (94.1 in) |
| Length | 4,160 mm (163.8 in) |
| Width | 1,690 mm (66.5 in) |
| Height | 1,530 mm (60.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,035–1,080 kg (2,281.8–2,381.0 lb) |
The Swift Dzire was introduced with a 1.3 L petrol engine and a Fiat-sourced 1.3 L diesel engine. Due to the BS IV emission norms in 2010, Maruti replaced the petrol engine with a 1.2 L K-series engine.[3]
This generation was discontinued in 2012 for general buyers but continued to be produced until 2016 for fleet operators as the Swift Dzire Tour.
Powertrain edit
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual | 85 PS (84 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm |
| 1.3 L I4 | 88 PS (87 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm | ||
| Diesel | 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm |
Second generation (2012) edit
| Second generation | |
|---|---|
 Suzuki Swift Dzire (pre-facelift) | |
| Overview | |
| Production |
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| Assembly | India: Manesar, Haryana (Maruti Suzuki) |
| Body and chassis | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,555 mm (61.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 960–1,070 kg (2,116.4–2,358.9 lb) |
The second generation Swift Dzire was based on the second generation Swift hatchback. This update was a very significant one as its length was reduced below four meters in order to get the tax benefit offered to sub-4-meter cars. A 1.2 L K-series petrol engine was introduced, and a 1.3 L DDiS turbo-diesel engine. A four-speed automatic transmission option was only available in the VXi trim.[4]
The 2015 revised Swift Dzire was rated as the most fuel efficient diesel car in India.[5][6]
Maruti Suzuki launched the DZire ZDi with Automatic Gear Shift (AGS) in January 2016.[7] The 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) is paired to the 1.3 L DDiS turbodiesel engine.
The second generation Dzire is still available in India for fleet operators as the Dzire Tour S until 2023. Initially the 1.3 L turbodiesel engine was also available, but then dropped in April 2020 due the implementation of BS6 emissions standard. Currently only 1.2 L petrol and CNG engine are available, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Powertrain edit
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic | 83 PS (82 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpm |
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 71 PS (70 hp) at 6000 rpm | 95 N⋅m (70 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm | |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm |
Third generation (2017) edit
| Third generation | |
|---|---|
 Pre-facelift Suzuki Dzire | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 2017–present 2023–present (Dzire Tour S) |
| Assembly | India: Manesar, Haryana (Maruti Suzuki); Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | HEARTECT B platform[8][9] |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm (96.5 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,735 mm (68.3 in) |
| Height | 1,515 mm (59.6 in) |
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Maruti Suzuki launched the third generation Dzire sedan in India on 16 May 2017.[10][11] The third generation is based on the third generation of the Suzuki Swift. However, for the first time ever, it drops the "Swift" nameplate from its name (except in Colombia and Guatemala where it is marketed as Swift Sedan).[1][2] The second-generation Dzire continued to be produced and sold exclusively to fleet operators in India, while being rebadged as the Dzire Tour S.
It is built on the HEARTECT platform which uses ultra-high tensile and high tensile steel in its construction, so as to not comprise on structural rigidity. Despite being lighter, Suzuki claims that the vehicle is compliant with frontal and side impact regulations, as well as meets pedestrian safety regulations. The car is also wider and offers increased space for the occupant. Suzuki also claims that the third generation Dzire has 55 mm better rear legroom, as compared to the previous model. Moreover, the boot space has been increased to 378 litres (13.3 cu ft).
It has a completely revised external body design with a special focus on the front section. It has a newly designed large hexagonal grille in the front section flanked by an all-new projector headlamps and a strip of LED DRLs running on the cluster. The body loses its overly bulgy nature and looks cleaner than before.
The engine options on offer at launch include a 1.2 L K12M motor producing 82 bhp (83 PS; 61 kW) and 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) of torque, while the diesel gets the 1.3 L D13A DDiS motor with 74 bhp (75 PS; 55 kW) and 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m) of torque. Both engines can be had with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT. The petrol models is rated 22 km/L (4.5 L/100 km; 62 mpg‑imp; 52 mpg‑US) and the diesel models are rated at 28.40 km/L (3.521 L/100 km; 80.2 mpg‑imp; 66.8 mpg‑US) in the fuel economy department.[12]
Facelifted model appeared in March 2020.[13][14] It comes with redesigned front end with wider grille and modern wood finish interiors, plus new features such as cruise control and VSC (AMT only). For the Indian market, a more refined 1.2 L K12N Dualjet petrol engine was used, replacing the previous petrol and diesel engines. The CNG variant of K12N engine was launched for Indian market in March 2022.[15]
Powertrain edit
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) at 4200 rpm |
| Hybrid | 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) at 4000 rpm | ||
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 77.5 PS (57 kW; 76 hp) at 6000 rpm | 98.5 N⋅m (73 lb⋅ft; 10 kg⋅m) at 4300 rpm | |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 76 PS (56 kW; 75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m) at 2000 rpm |
Sales edit
Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been leading the subcompact segment in India ever since its second generation was introduced. Back in 2015, the company added another feature to its hat by crossing the sales mark of 1 million (10 lakh) sold units in the domestic market.[16] The car has been grossing up a sales number of over 15,000 and close to 20,000 in the 2016–17 period where it has registered more than double the sales number of its competitors like the Honda Amaze, Hyundai Xcent and Tata Zest. In September 2023, the sedan has reached sales milestone of 2,5 million (25 lakh) units in India.[17]
The number of Suzuki vehicles sold in Ethiopia since 2017 has crossed over 25,000 units and Dzire making the most of it.[18] Because of this phenomenon, Suzuki Motors is in talks with the Ethiopian government to set up a plant for its auto exports to neighboring African countries.[citation needed]
| Year | India |
|---|---|
| 2008 | ±200,000 |
| 2009 | |
| 2010 | |
| 2011 | 99,515[19] |
| 2012 | 154,273[20] |
| 2013 | 198,317[21] |
| 2014 | 210,882[22] |
| 2015 | 233,570[23] |
| 2016 | 202,076[24] |
| 2017 | 225,043[25] |
| 2018 | 261,603[26] |
| 2019 | 209,657[27] |
| 2020 | 124,969[28] |
| 2021 | 116,222[29] |
| 2022 | 159,919[30] |
| 2023 | 157,522[31] |
Reception edit
In 2015, the Suzuki Dzire won J.D. Power's Most Appealing Entry Mid-size Car and the Most Dependable Mid-size Car.[32]
References edit
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- ^ a b "Swift Sedán". Suzuki Guatemala (in Spanish). Archived from the original on 28 January 2023.
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- ^ "Your favorite sedan - Maruti Suzuki Dzire, now also available with S-CNG Technology" (Press release). Maruti Suzuki. 8 March 2022.
- ^ Balachandar, G. "Maruti ends 2015 with highest-ever annual sales". The Hindu. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
- ^ "India's highest selling sedan, Maruti Suzuki Dzire achieves 25 lakh sales milestone" (Press release). Maruti Suzuki. 15 September 2023.
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- ^ "Top 10 bestselling cars of 2017: Alto on 13-year high, Brezza, Baleno biggest movers". www.businesstoday.in. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
- ^ "Highest selling cars of India in 2018". CarWale. 20 January 2019. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
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