Indian automobile company Maruti Suzuki has launched a new variant of the Ciaz sedan as Ciaz RS. Models are Ciaz – Zxi+ RS and Ciaz – Zdi+ SHVS RS. This car is featured with a spoiler pack that includes a front under spoiler, side under spoiler, trunk-lid spoiler and rear underbody spoiler. Yet, the enhancement aid in Aerodynamics of the car is not cleared. The interior is designed with black and the instrument panel is with grey chrome finish.
The new variant is powered by 1,373cc petrol unit that develops 91bhp at 6,000rpm and 130Nm of torque at 4,000rpm mated to five-speed manual transmission. The four-speed automatic transmission is available in petrol variant. The diesel variant is featured with a hybrid system with 1,248cc displacement and develops 89bhp at 4,000rpm and 200Nm of torque at 1,750rpm.
Maruti Suzuki updated the diesel engine with SHVS smart hybrid system on 1 September with a starting price of Rs 8.23 lakh(ex-Delhi). Maruti Suzuki claims that Ciaz hybrid is the most fuel-efficient diesel car in India now. Since its launch in October last year, Ciaz has seen sales of over 56,000 units. The mid-size sedan’s new variant is available in petrol and diesel hybrid avatars and has been priced between Rs 9.2 lakh and Rs 10.28 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), respectively.
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz RS Features:
– Projector headlamps
– Alloy wheels
– Leather seat upholstery
– Start-Stop button
– Height-Adjustable Driver Seat
– Rear A/C Vents
– Electrically Adjustable ORVMs
– Touchscreen Smart Play System
– Bluetooth Connectivity
– Navigation System
– Steering-Mounted Controls
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz RS Safety Features:
– ABS
– Driver Airbag
– Co-driver Airbag
– Reverse Parking Sensor and Camera
– Engine Immobilizer
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz RS Price (ex-showroom, Delhi):
– Zxi+ RS: 9.2 lakh
– Zdi+ SHVS RS: 10.28 lakh
“Ciaz has emerged as one of our strong brands. It has enabled us to strengthen our position in the mid-size premium sedan segment. Brand Ciaz has been appreciated by customers for denoting high style, being feature-rich and offering best in class mileage in both petrol and diesel options. Further, the introduction of smart hybrid diesel and safety features such as dual airbags and ABS in base variants has enhanced the reputation of Ciaz.,” Executive Director of Maruti Suzuki said.