In a bid to benefit from the robust demand for compact SUVs in India, Maruti has launched a mid-life facelift of the S-Cross. Changes on the facelift include aesthetic updates, additional kit and Maruti’s mild SHVS technology. While the model still misses out on the petrol unit like its predecessor, the 1.6-litre oil burner has also been dropped. The tried and tested 1.3-litre oil burner, which powers most of Maruti cars, has been bestowed with Maruti’s SHVS technology. With these changes, the new S-Cross seems to have improved, while we still need to see if the facelift could turn out to be a saviour for the compact SUV. To find out how what additional features/changes does the new S-Cross offer over the previous model, we bring you a spec-based comparison between the previous model and new facelift. Check out New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross design, specs, features and other details.
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New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross Price
| Name of the Car | Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
| New Maruti S-Cross | Rs 8.49 lakh to Rs 11.29 lakh |
| Old S-Cross | Rs 7.94 lakh to Rs 11.66 lakh |
New Maruti S-Cross
-The new Maruti S-Cross comes only with the 1.3L oil burner.
-Contrary to the expectations, the SUV misses out on the petrol engine.
-The larger 1.6L diesel unit has also been left out in the facelift.
-Additionally, Maruti is offering SHVS technology on the 1.3L unit.
-With these changes, the new S-Cross price falls in the range of Rs 8.49 lakh to 11.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Old Maruti S-Cross
-The old model of S-Cross was available in two diesel engines, 1.3L & 16L.
-The carline with five variants was priced from Rs 7.94 lakh to Rs 11.66 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross Specifications
| Specifications | New Maruti S-Cross | Old S-Cross |
| Petrol Engines | NA | NA |
| Power (Bhp) | NA | NA |
| Torque (Nm) | NA | NA |
| Diesel | 1.3L | 1.3L & 1.6L |
| Power (Bhp) | 89 | 89 & 118 |
| Torque (Nm) | 200 | 200 & 320 |
| Transmission | 5MT with 2WD option and SHVS technology | 5MT & 6MT with 2WD option |
New Maruti S-Cross
-The 2017 Maruti S-Cross facelift comes only in diesel engine, missing out on the petrol unit.
-While the 1.3L oil burner continues powering S-Cross, the more powerful 1.6L diesel unit has been dropped.
-Maruti has introduced its mild hybrid technology, SHVS on the 1.3L unit.
-Transmission duties are carried out by the conventional 5-speed manual gearbox.
Old Maruti S-Cross
-The old model was also offered in diesel option, with a choice of two engines.
-The smaller capacity 1.3L oil burner sourced from Fiat put out 89bhp, whereas the higher displacing 1.6L delivered 118bhp.
-The carline was available with two gearbox options, a 5-speed unit and a 6-speed gearbox.
New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross Mileage
| Model Name | Petrol Mileage (Km/l) | Diesel Mileage (km/l) |
| New Maruti S-Cross | NA | 25.1kmpl |
| Old S-Cross | NA | 23.65 (1.3L) & 22.25 (1.6L) |
New Maruti S-Cross
-The S-Cross facelift with 1.3L unit and SHVS technology sees 7% hike in fuel economy against the regular model in the current line-up.
Old Maruti S-Cross
-The current model with 1.3L engine returns claimed mileage of 23.65 km/l against 22.25 km/l for the larger 1.6L unit.
New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross Dimensions
| Dimensions | New Maruti S-Cross | Old S-Cross |
| Length (mm) | 4,300 | 4,300 |
| Breadth (mm) | 1,765 | 1,765 |
| Height (mm) | 1,590 | 1,590 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space (Litres) | 353, expandable to 810 | 353, expandable to 810 |
-The new S-Cross facelift remains unchanged in terms of proportions.
-While the ground clearance has been raised by 15mm.
-There is no change in the luggage compartment as it continues offering same space.
New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross Features
| Key Features | New Maruti S-Cross | Old S-Cross |
| Rear AC Vents | No | No |
| Touchscreen Infotainment system | Yes | Yes |
| Height adj. driver seat | Yes | Yes |
| Power-operated ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Steering mounted audio & calling controls | Yes | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Navigation system & voice command | Yes | Yes |
| Rain sensing auto wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Push start/stop | Yes | Yes |
New Maruti S-Cross
-The S-Cross facelift features a couple of additional features.
-It gets Maruti’s 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink connectivity.
-In addition to the above features, S-Cross facelift also gets double sliding panoramic glass sunroof.
-Other bits such as a new soft-touch dashboard pad, revised instrument cluster with MID, new upholstery etc have also been added to the facelift.
Old Maruti S-Cross
-Infotainment features like audio system with CD player, steering mounted audio & calling controls, Bluetooth connectivity and audio remote control were offered from Delta onwards.
-Prominent bits like Smartplay infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, navigation system, voice command and smartphone app were available only on the higher trims.
-The carline featured standard comfort goodies including central locking, key less entry, power windows, power-operated wing mirrors, driver side auto up/down, 60:40 split rear seats and electric backdoor opening.
-While the higher trims offered power folding ORVMs, telescopic steering, sliding front centre armrest, driver seat height adjuster, cruise controls, engine push start/stop etc.
New Maruti S-Cross Vs Old S-Cross Safety Features
| Key Features | New Maruti S-Cross | Old S-Cross |
| Dual front airbags | Yes | Yes |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Rear parking camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Rear wiper & washer | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse parking sensor with display | Yes | Yes |
| Auto dimming day/night IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| All Disc brakes | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Rating | NA | 5-Star- ASEAN NCAP 2015 |
New Maruti S-Cross
-In terms of safety, the S-Cross facelift packs in dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child seat mounts as standard across line-up.
-It additionally gets keyless entry with push start-stop button, rear parking sensor and rear camera.
Old Maruti S-Cross
-Standard bits on the predecessor include dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, seat belt pretensioners with force safe limiters, ISOFIX child seat anchors, pedestrian protection compliance etc.
-Vitals features such as HID-projector headlamps, auto headlamps, auto dimming IRVM were specific to the Alpha trim.
-While reverse parking sensor with display, reverse parking camera, rear demister and rear wiper & washer were offered from Zeta onwards.
-In 2015 ASEAN NCAP crash tested S-Cross produced in Hungary for the Malaysian and Singaporian markets. Equipped with 7 airbags, ESC etc, the SUV received 5-star rating for adult occupant protection and 4-star rating for child occupant protection.
