Audi A4 35 TDI Diesel Spied in India

The diesel variant of the Audi A4 has spied on the Indian roads without any exterior cover, according to the spy shots acquired by Thrust zone. The Audi A4 35 TDI diesel car is expected to introduce in the early months of the next year. The diesel versions might be featured the additional specifications for best appearance.

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Currently, the petrol versions of the Audi A4 are available in the Indian market and offered in the price range of Rs. 38.1lakhs to Rs. 41.20lakhs. The petrol car powered by the 1.4-litre TFSI petrol engine that is rated the power of 150PS (110kW) and the torque of 250Nm. The petrol engine paired with the 7-speed S-Tronic gearbox, which is the standard transmission on the Audi A4. The luxury sedan claimed the mileage of 17.85kmpl.

The diesel car will be featured the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine, which has capable of 140kW (190 PS) power and the torque of 400Nm. The Euro-specific model available with the same 2.0-litre engine and 7-speed S-Tronic transmission. The new A4 sedan features the new MLB Evo platform, which will influence the car to return the better economy compared to its predecessor.

Related: Audi Launched Q3 Dynamic Edition in India at Rs 39.78 Lakh

Similar to the petrol versions, the diesel car will be equipped with the Virtual Cockpit Display, LED Tail lamps, LED Headlights, Audi MMI System with the display units of 8.3-inches, Andriod auto support, Apple CarPlay, power adjustable seats, 10-speaker Audi sound system, tri-zone climate control, as well.  

The Audi A4 diesel car to be priced similar to the A4 petrol cars in India and launched in the next year to target the luxury diesel cars.

Top Fuel Efficient Diesel Cars in India

The huge list of passenger cars available in the Indian market and also the automakers introduced the different types of cars in the country’s automotive space. In India, Maruti Suzuki is the biggest automaker in the car space and offering the variety of diesel and petrol models. Being a leading carmaker, Maruti Suzuki dominates the fuel-efficient segment with the different portfolio.

Related: Affordable cars in India to witness for high sales during festival season

Maruti Suzuki Ciaz (SHVS):

The leading carmaker has tried its influence in the premium category with the Maruti Ciaz. The sedan car became very popular in the very short time. Later, the company introduced the Ciaz sedan with the SHVS mild hybrid system for increasing the performance of the vehicle. Now, the Ciaz SHVS is the top one fuel efficient car in India with the fuel economy of 28.09kmpl. The 1.3-litre Multijet diesel engine powers the stylish premium sedan and the engine is capable of 90PS power and 200Nm torque.

The Ciaz SHVS has scored the 4-star rating in the ASEAN NCAP crash test with the safety features like dual front airbags, seat belt pre-tensioner, seat belt reminder and ABS. The Ciaz sedan gets the benefits from the Government under the eco-friendly scheme of FAME and is priced in the range of Rs. 7.68lakh to Rs. 9.49lakh.  

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Maruti Suzuki Celerio:

The Celerio hatchback is the second fuel efficient car with the ARAI certified mileage of 27.62kmpl and also one of the best-selling hatchbacks in India. It is powered by the small o.8-litre DDiS diesel engine that generates 47PS power and 125Nm torque and paired to the 5-speed manual transmission. The Celerio is available in the price range between Rs. 4.81lakh to Rs. 5.90lakh.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno:

The third place in the list fuel-efficient cars occupied by the Baleno premium hatchback, which was launched in 2015. It becomes very popular in the country and plays a crucial role among the multiple models with its design and features. The Baleno diesel car is powered by the 1.3-litre DDiS 200 engine and rated as the 27.39kmpl fuel efficiency. The premium hatchback is priced in the range of Rs. 6.33lakh to Rs. 8.32lakh in Delhi ex-showroom.

Related: Top 10 Best Selling Cars in September 2016; Baleno Reports 10,623 Units

Honda Jazz:

The Honda Jazz car was launched a couple of years back, but the car didn’t receive the success. So, the company has launched the revised version of Jazz, which has a premium look and stylish design. The new Honda Jazz is available with the 1.5-litre i-DTEC diesel engine and rated at the ARAI certified mileage of 27.3kmpl. It is available in the range of Rs. 5.56lakh to Rs. 8.99lakh.

India-bound Maruti S-Cross facelift to launch in H2 of 2017

The Japanese carmaker, Suzuki has already unveiled the updated S-Cross earlier this year and it was also previewed at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. The Indian carmaker plans to launch the S-Cross facelift in the country by the end of 2017. Currently, Maruti Suzuki’s premium network of Nexa sells the S-Cross crossover in India with the best-in-class premium services.

Related: Maruti Suzuki Ignis (Upcoming Micro SUV) Spied Again

As per the earlier reports, the front end of the crossover features the redesigned bumper, all-new upright grille with the vertical slats, new projector headlamps and the larger radiator grille. The interior of the car gets the number of changes, including the new interior color combinations, redesigned instrument cluster with the new MID, new seat upholstery with the different colored stitching and the new dashboard.

In the global market, the S-Cross is offered with the 1.6-litre diesel and petrol engine options along with the high-efficient 1.4-litre BoosterJet petrol engine. The mechanical specifications of the S-Cross facelift are not shared by the company, but it will be sold with the same 1.3-litre and 1.6-litre diesel engines available in the existing S-Cross.

Related: Maruti Suzuki introduces Baleno SHVS mild hybrid by next year

Along with this, Maruti Suzuki is also planning to launch the Baleno RS, Maruti Ignis, Baleno SHVS and Vitara Brezza petrol in the country. Moreover, the passenger car manufacturer is working on the all-new Swift Dzire and next-generation Swift for the future customers.

Maruti Suzuki Ignis (Upcoming Micro SUV) Spied Again

The production version of the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Ignis has been spied again with the black colored body cover on the Indian roads. The upcoming Maruti Suzuki micro SUV has been showcased first at the 2016 Auto Expo in Delhi. The model was previously unveiled at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show as a Suzuki Ignis, which was launched in the Japanese market. Very recently, the Suzuki Ignis has also made its introduction at the 2016 Paris Motor Show.

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The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is derived from the company’s i-M4 concept and featured the various kinds of engines differ from the Suzuki Ignis mechanical specifications. The Indian carmaker has planned to launch the Ignis in India as soon as possible, but its launch to be postponed as the Vitara Brezza and Baleno model have currently more demand in the country.

The R&D team already started the testing of Ignis, which is the entry-level sub-4metre crossover from Maruti Suzuki. As per the news, it will be retailed through the premium NEXA network that offers the first rate experience to the customers via the existing products Baleno and S-Cross.

Related: Maruti Suzuki introduces Baleno SHVS mild hybrid by next year

The Maruti Ignis will get the 1.2-litre K-series petrol and 1.3-litre diesel engines rated at 83bhp and 75PS outputs respectively. The SHVS mild hybrid system will be featured in the Ignis to return the best fuel economy.

The Ignis crossover will be priced in the range of Rs. 5.6lakhs to Rs. 7.2lakhs and targeted the Renault Kwid, Mahindra KUV 100, as well models in terms of size, appearance and features.

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Affordable cars in India to witness for high sales during festival season

Most of the families and individuals decide to buy new cars at the time of Diwali with the sign of colorful future. In fact, the passenger car industry is always witnessed the positive sales growth in the time of the festival season. Especially, the best and affordable cars to get the highest number sales in the country as the Indian customers mostly prefer the cars priced between Rs. 4lakh to Rs. 8alkh. Of course, the luxury cars also get the positive sales in the duration of festival months.

Related: Best and affordable cars in Diwali season

The Indian cities like Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Delhi reported the maximum number of sales compared to the localities. The new reports suggested that this festival of lights will also increase sales of small cars, luxury cars and the best cars. The automotive bloggers reported that luxury cars sales in Hyderabad reported a 30 percent rise in the festival season. Here is the list of affordable cars in India and select the best one to drive a new car with your family.

Affordable New Cars:

Maruti Suzuki Baleno:

Launched one year back, even though the Baleno is the best-selling hatchback in the Indian automotive market and received the waiting period due to the demand. The Baleno is offered at the starting ex-showroom price of Rs. 5.15lakhs in New Delhi and available in multiple variants. The basic version, Baleno 1.2 Sigma petrol car returns 21.4kmpl by generating the power of 84PS at the 6000rpm speed. Baleno Automatic with CVT has priced Rs. 6.87lakh and rated at 21.04kmpl of fuel economy.

Related: Mahindra 4-door e2o (e2o Plus) launched in India at Rs. 5.46lakhs

Maruti Vitara Brezza:

The Vitara Brezza is the new diesel car in the sub-4metre SUV segment and positioned in the list of rich portfolio cars available in the market with its best appearance of the exterior and interior. It is recognised as the best compact SUV car in terms of appearance, performance and specifications. The Vitara Brezza petrol cars will launch soon, while the diesel versions priced Rs. 7.44lakhs on the basic LDI version.

Mahindra KUV 100:

The great festival benefits up to Rs. 53,000 offered by Mahindra on its KUV 100 small SUV and the benefits vary based on the state and variant. The small SUV is comfortable for small families with the excellent safety features, spacious interiors and SUV styling. The KUV 100 petrol car has the price tag of Rs. 4.42lakhs.

Related: Maruti Suzuki Introduces iCreate customization kit for Vitara Brezza

Volkswagen Ameo, Hyundai Creta, Honda BR-V, Renault Kwid, Mahindra e2oPlus electric car, as well are the new affordable cars in the Indian car market.

Volkswagen Polo GTI to launch in India by mid-November

CarAndBike Team has reported that the launch details of the upcoming Volkswagen Polo GTI are confirmed and the performance hatchback will be scheduled to launch in the country by mid-November. The Polo GTI is the most-awaited performance hatchback for the Indian potential customers and planned to hit the showrooms as soon as possible.

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The Volkswagen Polo GTI has been previewed in the country for the first time at the 2016 Auto Expo and also spotted for the overall testing in the numerous locations. Presently, the Indian market has most popular hot hatches, but the Polo GTI is the compact size hatchback with the high-performance engine.

According to reports, the India-specific Volkswagen Polo GTI will be offered in 3-door body type in the country. Based on the response from the customers, the carmaker will make the 5-door versions, which will reach the Volkswagen showrooms in the next year. The powerful hatchback will be powered by the 1.8-litre turbocharged TSI petrol engine that is rated at 190bhp of power and 250Nm torque. The front-wheel drive system and the 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox helped to send the power to the front wheels.

Related: Volkswagen India Sales Up 22% in September 2016

Coming to the performance of Volkswagen Polo GTI, the hatchback will hit the acceleration speed of 0 to 100kmph in about 6.7seconds and thereby reaching the top speed of 235kmph. In terms of appearance, the Polo GTI will receive the most of the design cues from the existing Polo GT and the sharp styling with the sportier bumpers, larger intakes and bolder honeycomb grille.

Some of the design elements to be featured by the Volkswagen Polo GT are17-ich alloy wheels, red GTI insignia, GTI-specific rear spoiler and red brake calipers. The three-door side profile has an elegant look and stylish interior than the existed Polo GT.

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The Polo GT will be offered in the price range of Rs. 18Lakhs to Rs. 20Lakhs (ex-showroom of Delhi) and the upcoming hatchback will be around Rs. 5 to 7lakh expensive than its closest rival of Abarth Punto Evo.

Audi confirms e-tron name for next-gen all-electric SUV

The Volkswagen Group’s luxury car company, Audi has been chosen the e-tron name for the future electric car and the name will not be decided based on any specific model. Audi has confirmed this name to remind the original Quattro launched in 1980.  The luxury car maker has showcased the e-tron Quattro concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show (2015).

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The electric SUV is one of the three models planned by the luxury carmaker to launch in the electric segment by 2020 and the remaining two are the large saloon and smaller hatchback.  The company will introduce the upcoming models with the usual names like A8 e-tron, A7 e-tron, A6, e-tron, etc. There is no link to the existing models and Audi is working on the up-market electric powered model to target the Tesla Model S. As per the company, the future electric car to be positioned in the top place with the new Driveline technology.

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Audi plans to introduce the compact electric cars within the range between 350km to 450km, the additional safety features, improved interior design, as well. The complete details to be revealed in the coming days, but the industry expected that the new electric car will get the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, showcased at the Paris Motor show.

With the new platform, drive technology and additional features, the upcoming electric SUV will challenge the existing luxury electric SUVs, Tesla Model X, etc.

Mahindra XUV 500 available with new discounts for its fifth anniversary

The utility vehicle manufacturer, Mahindra is offering new discounts on the XUV 500 for the celebration of the fifth anniversary. The discounts offered on the best-selling SUV are ranging from Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 66,000. Besides, the discounts on the Mahindra’s SUV are valid up to 31st October 2016. The customers will get the benefits of low finance rates, welcome bonus and the extended warranty to exchange benefits. Along with these, Mahindra is also offering the best advantages like accident insurance benefits, roadside assistance schemes, additional accessories, etc.

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The offers and benefits vary from dealer to dealer, state to state and variant to variant in the country. The XUV 500 is currently available with the two types of diesel and petrol engines while the downgraded engine of 1.99-litre diesel has specially introduced in Delhi due to the ban of heavy diesel vehicle’s registration.

Mahindra XUV 500 looks like a luxury car with its high-quality design and appearance and is also comfortable for mid-sized families. The XUV 500 SUV has received a total of 29 awards, of which 22 awards in the first year of its introduction in the country. The XUV 500 Automatic and manual variants also under sale in the export markets along with the domestic country.

Related: Mahindra 4-door e2o (e2o Plus) launched in India at Rs. 5.46lakhs

To get the benefits of Mahindra XUV 500, book your test drive or contact the nearest Mahindra dealer immediately. Ahead of the Diwali season, it is a big bonanza from Mahindra on its popular SUV.

Best and affordable cars in Diwali season

Diwali is the sentiment for the Indian customers purchasing the vehicles as well as essential belongings as it is one of the India’s biggest festivals. In the country, the huge list of the cars available in different categories including luxury cars, sedans, compact SUVs, electric cars, as well. Moreover, the carmakers have introduced the special editions along with the new cars in the domestic markets. Here is the list of best and affordable cars offered in Diwali season to ease the customer’s choice.

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Mahindra e2oPlus:

The Mahindra e2oPlus is the all-new electric car introduced as the CitySmart car with the hatchback body type. Being an electric car, the e2oPlus gets the subsidy and tax incentives from the Government via the FAME scheme. Faster recharge battery, high-speed range and high performance are the main features of the e2oPlus. The new electric car is offered in four variants, but there is less percentage of differentiation among them.

Price: Rs. 5.46lakhs (Ex-Showroom - Base Variant)

Maruti Suzuki Baleno:

                                      

Introduced in the last year, the Baleno gets the highest sales in the country as of the Maruti’s hatchback design and technology. The premium hatchback is on sale not only in the country but also in the multiple export markets so that it is nominated for the World Car of the Year award (2017) along with the Ignis, which has yet to launch in the country.

Baleno diesel and petrol versions offered in different versions and powered by the regular Maruti Suzuki engines to target the existing premium hatchbacks with the best-in-class performance.

Price: Rs. 5.44lakhs (Ex-showroom Hyderabad)

Vitara Brezza:

Vitara Brezza is the entry-level compact SUV from Maruti Suzuki and targeted the existing best-selling models, Hyundai Creta and Mahindra TUV 300 with its iconic structure. Now, the diesel versions are available, but the petrol versions to hit the showrooms in anytime. At the Maruti Suzuki showrooms, it is available in four single-tone and four dual-tone colors (exterior).

Vitara Brezza Price: Rs. 7.44Lakhs

Volkswagen Ameo:

The Ameo is the specially designed sub-4metre sedan for the Indian customers and offered in manual and automatic versions. Special service packages available to the Ameo customers and the Ameo receives most of the features from the Polo hatchback.

Ameo Diesel Price: Rs. 6.53Lkahs

Ameo Petrol Price: Rs. 5.42 Lakhs

Ameo Automatic: Rs. 8.73 Lakhs

Along with these, the Mahindra TUV 300, Maruti S-Cross, Maruti Ertiga, as well are the best and affordable cars and beneficial for the mid-size families.

EPCA to ban sales of BS-III vehicles in India from April 2017

The EPCA - Environment Protection Control Authority has proposed that the sales of BS-III vehicles to be stopped in the country from April 2017. The Indian automotive industry is planning to introduce the new emission norms in the domestic market soon, now the organisation has made the amazing suggestion. The Indian government and Indian auto industry don’t want to take these kinds of steps, but that would create massive disorder. By the way, the Indian automakers to produce the vehicles that meet BS-IV emission norms, from April 2017. Besides, the Bharat Stage VI (BS-VI) emission norm to be implemented in India-made vehicles from 2020 and this BS VI morn is similar to Euro 5 norms.

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In the country, air pollution has caused major concern for the courts and government. More than 2000cc diesel vehicles banned for around 8 months in Delhi-NCR and after that, it was withdrawn to implement the green cess. Moreover, the Delhi odd-even rules implemented in two phases to control the air pollution levels in the national capital regions. In Haryana and Kerala states, 10-year-old vehicles banned, whereas the 15 years old petrol vehicles are also banned in Haryana.

Related: India to Implement BS VI (Bharat Stage VI) Emission Norms From 2020

Such kind of rules were disturbed the automakers so that the government plans for the permanent solutions to control the fuel powered vehicles. The Government of India is encouraging all automakers as well as customers to opt for the eco-friendly hybrid and electric cars. Additionally, the government is offering the subsidy amount on the hybrid and electric cars under the FAME scheme. Some of the Indian automakers have made their entries in the hybrid and electric vehicle segments. Mahindra made its entry with the e2o and e-Verito whereas Maruti Suzuki with the Ciaz Hybrid and Ertiga Hybrid. Volkswagen has confirmed that its electric cars to be introduced in the country by the end of this decade.

Maruti Suzuki introduces Baleno SHVS mild hybrid by next year

The latest automotive reports stated that the Baleno SHVS mild hybrid system to be launched in the Indian market by the next year. On the other hand, some of the reports indicated that the Baleno mild hybrid system may be considered for the Indian market, but on sale in export markets. There is no proper news from the Indian carmaker regarding the Baleno hybrid, but the highest percentage of the company’s stakeholders expected that it will come to India soon.

Related: Baleno hatchback and Ignis nominated for 2017 world car of the year award

The company has already started the production of Baleno SHVS at the company’s Manesar plant for export markets. In the right-hand drive markets like Japan, United Kingdom and Australia, the Baleno offers with the Mild Hybrid (SHVS) system. Whereas the European markets to get the Baleno SHVS tech along with the 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine.

As per the reports, there are no instantaneous plans to launch the Baleno SHVS in India, while the technology can be updated for the Indian version. The production capacity of Baleno increases in the future with the new production plant in Gujarat so that the waiting period of Baleno will be reduced. Currently, the Baleno is manufactured at the full capacity of 10,000 to 12,000 units at the Manesar plant. Maruti has planned that the new Gujarat plant will make around 10,000 units in the period of Mid-February 2017 to March 2017.

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In the Indian market, the SHVS system offered in the diesel variants of Maruti Ciaz and Maruti Ertiga models. Consequently, the company might consider the mild hybrid system on the Baleno diesel for enhancing the fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.

In India, there is a greater benefit that is the hybrid and electric cars get the subsidy from the government FAME initiative. The SHVS qualified for the subsidy and the Ertiga and Ciaz cars are available with the subsidy amount of Rs.13,000 on the hybrid variants. In general, the government offers the marginal reduction of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 on the hybrid cars.

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Introducing the SHVS on the Maruti Suzuki models to increase the fuel-efficiency, Ciaz hybrid achieved the mileage of 28.09kmpl. The Baleno diesel returns the mileage of 27.39kmpl and the addition of SHVS, it will command the best-in-class mileage.

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Maruti Suzuki Introduces iCreate customization kit for Vitara Brezza

Maruti Suzuki, the Indian carmaker has introduced the exclusive iCreate personalization scheme for the newly launched Vitara Brezza compact SUV. This feature helpful for the customers to personalise their vehicles according to their requirements and tastes as well as experience the car look before purchase. Being an exclusive scheme, the iCreate is exclusively available with the 90 dissimilar customization combinations across the best five different packages.

Related: Maruti to launch Vitara Brezza petrol by May 2017

The packages available for Vitara Brezza are Sports Accelerate, Sports Velocity, Glamour Glitz, Glamour Elegance and Urban Dynamic. Additionally, the customers to be available with the individual handpick accessories through the A La Carte option.

The exterior parts included in the packages are garnished grille, ORVM garnish, fog lamp garnish, body graphics, skid and side plates and alloy wheels with accents. The interior to be available with the exclusive floor mats, door sill guards, rear-seat entertainment (Two Glamour Packages only), PU seat covers and leather steering wheel.

Related: Maruti Vitara Brezza Sales Crosses 50,000 Units in India

The customers to afford an extra amount of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,000 on an average basis than the on-road price of the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza for customization. As of now, the scheme is only offered to the Vitara Brezza, but the portfolio of Maruti Suzuki will get the iCreate scheme in the coming years.

The India-made Baleno and the upcoming Ignis models nominated for the World Car of the year award in the category of World Urban Car of the year. The winners to be declared on the occasion of New York International Auto Show on 13th April 2017. For the nomination of the urban car category, the car will be designed under the sub-4metre length and must be introduced in two continents by the fiscal end.

Related: Maruti to launch Vitara Brezza petrol by May 2017

The Baleno premium hatchback and Ignis measure the overall length of 3995mm and 3700mm respectively. Baleno has already exported to the European countries and Japan, whereas the Ignis has already available in the Japanese market and to be launched in the early next year. Ignis has showcased at the Paris Motor Show so that both models qualified for the World Car of the Year.

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In the same urban car category, the BMW i3, Ford KA+ (available as Ford Figo in India), Smart Brabus range and two citrons – the C3 and the E-Mehari are also selected. The administration of the association will conduct a series of tests, drives, voting, as well as for the nominated cars in the coming five months.

The India-specific Baleno is offered in diesel and petrol variants and the engine options are 1.3-litre 75bhp diesel engine and 1.2-litre 84bhp petrol engine. Both engines offered with the 5-speed manual gearbox as standard transmission while the petrol one additionally offered with the CVT gearbox. The export-specific Baleno is powered by the highly efficient 1.0-litre BoosterJet engine.

Related: Maruti Ignis to launch in the fourth quarter of FY2017: RS Kalsi

The small crossover will be featured the both petrol and diesel engine options, 1.2-litre K12B petrol and 1.3-litre DDiS diesel. The reports state that the SHVS mild hybrid technology to be offered in the sub-4metre Ignis, which will come to India soon.

Maruti to launch Vitara Brezza petrol by May 2017

The latest report from the automotive sources is the Indian biggest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki to launch the petrol variants of the currently available Vitara Brezza by May 2017 in the country. Nearly over a year after the introduction of diesel variants, the Vitara Brezza petrol variants will hit the showrooms. Maruti Suzuki has already confirmed that the petrol variants are under development stage, but the introduction will take time as the demand for the Brezza diesel is high on some variants in some cities.

Related: Maruti Suzuki’s new-generation Alto hits showrooms by 2019

The first engine option of the Brezza petrol is the Maruti Suzuki’s new 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine, which will also be introduced in the upgraded models of S-Cross and Ciaz by the next year. The new 1.5-litre engine will replace the currently available 1.2-litre engine on the Maruti cars and place the Brezza petrol in the higher tax slab.

Some of the reports indicate that the engine powering the new compact SUV will be the locally manufactured 1.0-litre three-cylinder BoosterJet engine, which will make its introduction in the country in the Maruti Baleno RS in the coming months. The 5-speed manual gearbox is offered as the standard transmission and mated to whatever the engine offered in the Vitara Brezza. Besides, the automatic variants of Brezza confirmed by Suzuki at the Indonesian auto show in August. There is no news the Vitara Brezza will introduce with the automatic gearbox or not in the Indian market.

Related: Maruti Vitara Brezza Sales Crosses 50,000 Units in India

Being an entry level Maruti car in the highly demanding compact SUV segment, the Vitara Brezza has already crossed the sales mark of 50,000 units. The company expects that the introduction of petrol variants to increase the demand of the sub-4metre SUV among the existing best-selling compact SUVs like Ford EcoSport, Hyundai Creta and Mahindra TUV300.