Rumour: Next-gen Celerio (codenamed: YNC) launch in 2020

According to a media report, Maruti could be planning to launch the next generation Celerio (codenamed: YNC) in the next 12-18 months. 

The Maruti Celerio was launched in 2014. It received a mid-life facelift in 2017. The next generation Celerio is expected to be built to comply with the new crash safety regulations. Rumours suggest that it could be based on the Heartect platform. 

At present, Maruti offers the Celerio with a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 67 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 90 Nm of torque @ 3,500 rpm. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT. The CNG variant of the Celerio comes with same engine but with a slightly lower output. It puts out 58 BHP and 78 Nm of torque.

Source: Economic Times