Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Mini SUV FULL Detailed Review
Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the S-Presso at an introductory price of Rs 3.69 lakh. The ‘mini SUV’ is available in two engine-gearbox combinations and four trim levels.
Standard
Vxi
Vxi automatic available
Vxi+ automatic available
The All New S-Presso is based on Suzuki’s 5th Generation Heartect platform, which also underpins models like the Swift, Dzire and Wagon R. The platform not only brings structural rigidity benefits that will help it meet the new crash test norms, but it also helps make the car light - it weighs just 726-767kg, depending on the variant. As for the dimensions, it measures 3,565mm in length, 1,520mm in width and 1,564mm in height (the Std and LXi variants are 15mm shorter due to the 13-inch wheels) with a 2,380mm long wheelbase. The ground clearance is set at 180mm, which is on par with the Kwid, but it gets larger 165/70 R14 tyres in comparison on the higher-spec variants.
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso variant-wise prices
Variants Prices (ex-showroom, Delhi)
Standard Rs 3.69 lakh
LXi Rs 4.05 lakh
VXi Rs 4.25 lakh
VXi+ Rs 4.48 lakh
VXi AMT Rs 4.68 lakh
VXi+ AMT Rs 4.91 lakh
In terms of equipment, ABS, a driver-side airbag, rear parking sensors, seat-belt reminders, a digital speedometer and a speed alert system are standard across the range. The Option Pack, which is available on all variants except the top-spec, adds a passenger side airbag. Additionally, top-spec S-Pressos get a manual air conditioner, Maruti’s 7.0-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen infotainment system with voice recognition, steering-mounted controls, rear parcel tray, body-coloured ORVMs and door handles, and a 12V accessory socket. There are no alloy wheels on any variant, though Maruti does have an extensive list of accessories that can be added to the model, for a bit more cash.
Powering the S-presso is Maruti’s All New BS6-compliant 1.0-litre K10B petrol engine that puts out 68hp of power at 5500 rpm and 90Nm of torque at 3500 rpm. This upgraded engine is also expected to find its way in the Wagon R, Alto K10 and Celerio in the coming months. Gearbox options for the S-Presso include a 5-speed manual or AMT. Interestingly, the lower variants have an ARAI-certified mileage figure of 21.4kpl while the higher VXi and VXi+ variants (in manual and AMT form) are rated at 21.7kpl.
Mileage of 2 lower Variants
Standard and Lxi
Is lesser, by 0.3 kmpl.
Maruti Suzuki will retail the S-Presso from its Arena chain of dealerships. The brand has invested Rs 640 crore in the development of the new hatchback and has claimed that it has achieved 98 percent localisation of parts and components. In terms of rivals, the S-Presso is aimed squarely at the Renault Kwid which is currently priced from Rs 2.76 lakh to Rs 4.75 lakh. The Kwid too will receive a facelift this month which should make the battle of the newly-formed micro SUV segment really interesting. Another alternative in this price bracket includes the Datsun Redigo 1.0 (Rs 3.90-4.37 lakh).
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17 окт 2024
