Maruti Suzuki Ciaz S launched at Rs. 9.39 lakh

Maruti Suzuki has added a new 'S' variant to the Ciaz line-up. The Ciaz S with a 1.4-litre petrol engine is priced at Rs. 9.39 lakh while the Diesel Smart Hybrid costs Rs. 11.55 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). 

The Ciaz S gets all the features of the top-end Alpha trim. Additionally, it gets a body kit that includes front and rear bumper extensions, side skirts, rear spoiler with integrated high-mounted stop lamp and black interiors with grey chrome trim around the instrument panel. It also gets a leather wrapped, multifunctional steering wheel and black leather seats.

The Ciaz S is 15 mm longer in length as compared to the other variants. It measures 4,505 mm in length, 1,730 mm in width, 1,485 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,650 mm. It is powered by a 1,373cc, petrol engine that produces 91 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 130 Nm @ 4,000 rpm. The Diesel Smart Hybrid version uses a 1,248cc diesel engine which makes 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm @ 1,750 rpm. Features like engine start/stop, brake energy regeneration, torque assist and gear shift indicator are only available on the diesel variant. 

The Ciaz S rides on 16-inch alloy wheels shod with 195/55 R16 tyres. It is available in all the existing seven color choices - Pearl Snow White, Metallic Silky Silver, Pearl Midnight Black, Pearl Metallic Dignity Brown, Metallic Glistening Gray, NEXA Blue and Pearl Sangria Red.