Maruti Suzuki is reportedly planning to expand its Nexa product portfolio with a range of new utility vehicles. The upcoming lineup is likely to include the 5-door Jimny SUV, new mid-size SUV and C-segment MPV. While the new Maruti Suzuki compact SUV will face challenge from the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, the new MPV will take on the upcoming Hyundai and Kia 7-seater MPVs. Here, we have listed 5 things about the upcoming Maruti compact SUV that we know so far.
1. Toyota Raize Platform
The carmaker’s new compact SUV will be designed on Toyota’s new DNGA (Daihatsu New Global Architecture) platform. The same architecture also underpins the recently unveiled Toyota Raize SUV. The DNGA is a cost-effective version of the globally renowned TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform. It’s claimed to improve fuel efficiency and driveability of the vehicle
2. Petrol, Diesel Engines
There is no official word about its engine and gearbox options. If reports are to be believed, the new Maruti compact SUV might be offered with both petrol and diesel engine options. The carmaker will might use the 1.2L turbo or 1.5 K15B petrol motor and the diesel model is likely to get 1.5L unit. The model lineup could be offered with manual and automatic gearboxes.
3. Might Replace S-Cross
The new mid-size SUV from Maruti Suzuki might be introduced as a replacement to the S-Cross crossover that was recently launched with BS6 petrol engine. Measuring around 4.3 metres in length, it will take head-to-head against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Renault Duster and Nissan Kicks. Read – All-New Maruti Suzuki 7-Seater MPV Under Consideration
4. Sold Via Nexa
As mentioned above, the Indo-Japanese carmaker will add three new models to its premium Nexa sales and service network. The new mid-size SUV will join the Nexa bandwagon that currently includes Ignis, Baleno, Ciaz, S-Cross and XL6.
5. Expected Launch
The new Maruti compact SUV is likely to hit Indian roads sometime in 2022.
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