Maruti Zen Estilo was first introduced in the Indian roads in 2006 after stopping the production of Maruti Zen. But the sales statistics of the Zen Estilo proved that it was a flop upto an extent. The reason was that it didn't have the compactness and cute look compared to its predecessor. The failure of the Maruti Zen Estilo forced Maruti to renovate the Zen Estilo. As a result the modified model was introduced in the Indian markets recently. The new model has changes in the design, engine and even in its name - Maruti Estilo. Ready to read more???
Design
The new Maruti Estilo's bumper, front grill and headlight have been modified. Fog lamp is included in the bumper. The modifications give the new Estilo a mature look. The rear end design, dashboard, knobs etc. have been retained.
The new Estilo's dash board comes with chocolate brown-biege dual tone. The fual guage in the instrument panel has been changed to Digital guage.
Gear knob and power window switches used in Ritz and Swift are used in Estilo also. The VXi model has electrically adjustable rear view mirrors.
Engine
Maruti has made significant changes in the Engine of new Maruti Estilo. While Wagon-R's engine was used in the old Zen Estilo, the K-series petrol engine as in A-Star has been used in the new maruti Estilo. The K-series engine has incredible power, high mileage and sudden pickup. As the engine oil needs to be changed only once in 10,000km, the running cost is also less.
The 998 cc 3-cylinder engine can provide a maximum power of 67 bhp @ 3500 rpm and a maximum torque of 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm. The new Estilo uses cable type gear transmission. The 5-speed manual gear box's shifting technology has also been renovated.
Security
The new Maruti Estilo has safety technologies such as Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic brake Distribution (EBD), Driverside airbag, rear fog lamps etc.
Driving, Travel
The new Maruti Estilo is suitable for city driving. The electronic power steering makes city driving easy. The Maruti Estilo's gear shifting is smooth and accurate. The new K-series engine provides the Estilo high mileage of 18.2 km/L.
Verdict
* New design gives the car a mature look
* Good mileage
* Cuter in look
* Perfect city car
Price
Lx - Rs. 3.17 lakhs
LXi - Rs. 3.40 lakhs
VXi - Rs. 3.66 lakhs
VXi (ABS) - Rs. 3.95 lakhs
(Cochin ex-showroom prices)
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