| Category | 2024 Maruti Dzire | Older Maruti Dzire |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Design | Slim, angular LED headlights, large hexagonal grille, squarish LED tail lights, sporty rear bumper, new colors like Alluring Blue and Gallant Red. | Projector headlights with LED DRLs, smaller grille, simpler tail lights, traditional rear bumper, fewer color options. |
| Dimensions | Height: 1,525mm (10mm taller), Boot Space: Slightly larger, Weight: 30-40kg heavier depending on variant. | Height: 1,515mm, Boot Space: 378 liters, Weight: 880-995 kg. |
| Interior Features | 9-inch floating touchscreen, powered sunroof, 360-degree camera, wireless charging, redesigned dashboard, cruise control, Suzuki Connect. | Smaller infotainment screen, no sunroof, limited connectivity features, simpler dashboard design. |
| Engine | 1.2L 3-cylinder Z Series engine, 82 hp, 112 Nm, 24.79 km/l (MT), 25.71 km/l (AMT), improved efficiency. | 1.2L 4-cylinder K-Series engine, 90 hp, 113 Nm, 22.41 km/l (MT), 22.61 km/l (AMT), less efficient. |
| CNG Variant | 1.2L engine, 69.75 hp, 101.8 Nm, 33.73 km/kg efficiency. | 1.2L engine, 77.5 hp, 98.5 Nm, 31.12 km/kg efficiency. |
| Safety | 5-star Global NCAP rating, 6 airbags standard, ABS, ESP, ISOFIX, hill-hold assist. | 2-star Global NCAP rating, fewer airbags, basic safety features. |
| Price Range | ₹6.79 – 9.69 lakh. | ₹6.5 – 9.5 lakh. |
The 2024 Maruti Dzire has launched with several major updates compared to its predecessor. It now includes significant advancements in design, interior features, engine efficiency, and safety. Below is a detailed breakdown of these improvements.
Exterior Design
The new Maruti Dzire has a sleeker and more refined design. Key updates include slim, angular LED headlights, a larger hexagonal grille with piano black and chrome accents, and squarish LED tail lights. The rear bumper now has a sporty diffuser-style design, and there are new colors, such as Alluring Blue and Gallant Red, that were not previously available. Meanwhile, the older model had simpler projector headlights and a smaller grille, offering a more traditional appearance.
Interior Features
The interior of the 2024 Dzire is vastly upgraded. It features a 9-inch floating touchscreen, segment-first powered sunroof, 360-degree camera, wireless charger, and a new instrument cluster with multi-information display. The dashboard is redesigned for a more sophisticated look. In contrast, the older Dzire had a smaller screen, lacked advanced connectivity features, and had a simpler dashboard design.
Engine Performance
The new Dzire houses a 1.2L 3-cylinder Z Series engine, delivering 82 hp and 112 Nm of torque. Although it is slightly less powerful than the older 1.2L 4-cylinder K-Series engine (90 hp and 113 Nm), it makes up for this with improved fuel efficiency: 24.79 km/l (manual) and 25.71 km/l (AMT), which is a significant increase over the older model’s 22.41 km/l and 22.61 km/l.
CNG Efficiency
The CNG variant of the new Dzire also offers better fuel economy, at 33.73 km/kg, compared to 31.12 km/kg in the previous model. This improvement makes the new Dzire a more economical choice overall.
Safety Features
Safety has been vastly improved. The new Dzire has earned a 5-star Global NCAP rating, with six airbags standard across all variants, along with ABS, electronic stability program (ESP), and hill-hold assist. The older Dzire, on the other hand, received a 2-star rating and provided fewer safety features, making it less secure compared to the latest model.
Pricing
The starting price of the 2024 Dzire is ₹6.79 lakh, going up to ₹9.69 lakh, reflecting the added features and safety enhancements. The older model was priced between ₹6.5 lakh and ₹9.5 lakh, making the new version a slightly more expensive but more well-rounded offering.
Conclusion
The 2024 Maruti Dzire is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, especially in terms of safety, technology, and fuel efficiency. While it comes with a higher price, the added features and modern design make it a strong contender in the compact sedan market.