Thursday, December 30, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo: An Innovative Car!

Maruti Suzuki Estio offers more than excellent performance and mileage to its customers. The car is equipped with new transmission technology. The new technology ensures smooth and pleasant driving.  The car has host of innovative technologies used in it and the new transmission is one of them. The car is mounted with a new cable-type technology.  Estilo is also equipped with five speed manual gear box and has cable type synchromesh as against the rod type.  This new innovation helps in reducing the gear shifting efforts and also helps in decreasing the mechanical losses.

The Suzuki Estilo proudly boasts of its advanced features such as ‘detent pin’ gear shift and select mechanism.  What’s interesting is that, the above mechanism reduces the sliding friction and thus ensures better transition of gears.  This type of mechanism is for the first time used in the products of Maruti Suzuki.
Along with the superior transmission, the Maruti Estilo provides safety, security and comfort to the passengers. With features like Airbag(drive side) and ABS system, it acts as a perfect refuge on the road.  

Further, the car is very compact and convenient to drive even on the congested and potholes roads. It is equipped with a minimum ground clearance of 165mm and wheelbase 2360mm. The minimum turning radius of 4.6m ensures sharper and faster turns even on the narrow and faster turns.  These car has ideal dimensions, the overall length of the car is 3600mm, height of 1595mm and a width of 1475mm(Lx/Lxi),1495mm(vxi). The compact dimensions further ensure easy parking in the crowded space.  The car is low on maintenance and high on mileage, for this reason the car appeals mostly to the price conscious Indian customers. It is preferred by youngsters, ladies and young families.  The car looks very vibrant and has a vivacious attitude.

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo: Ideal for Indian roads!

The condition of Indian roads is becoming worse than ever. Potholes, congested roads and the mismanaged traffic add further to the painstaking conditions. Driving today has become a hard task since roads are shallow, narrow and steep. The need of hour is a car that can tackle such gruelling conditions and at the same time delivers the maximum pleasure of driving with utmost comfort and convenience.

To address such needs of the customers, Maruti Suzuki has come up with an all new Estilo. The car has been intelligently engineered and uniquely designed to suit the needs and demands of the Indian customers.  The Maruti Suzuki Estilo comes with a shorter wheelbase, high ground clearance, minimum turning radius and compact dimensions- all of which makes it suitable to run on the Indian roads. The wheelbase is 2360mm while the minimum turning radius 4.6m. Wheelbase is the distance between the front tyre & the rear tyre and the lesser wheelbase helps the car in taking the faster and sharper turns. Moreover, the high ground clearance is very beneficial when driving on the rough roads and tougher terrains. The Estilo has a high ground clearance of 165mm which ensures the ideal functioning of the car even on the pothole roads.

Maruti  Estilo can easily nimble in the city traffic since it has compact dimensions and it is even easier to park the car in the crowded areas. The Suzuki Estilo has an overall length of 3600mm, width of 1475mm(Lx, Lxi),1495(Vxi) and a height of 1595mm. Estilo is premium entrant in the hatchback segment and has a seating capacity of five people.  Along with the thoughtful engineering the car also comes with a highly advanced KB Series engine. The engine delivers an excellent performance. It churns out a power of 68Ps at the rate of 6200rpm and a maximum torque 90 Nm at the rate of 3500 rpm. 

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo: Keeps The Burglar Away!

Maruti Suzuki has come a long way in providing its customers the best in class technology.  The company has made tremendous efforts to cater the needs of today’s generation.  To testimony this, the Maruti Suzuki has completely revamped its Estilo with hi tech features and unique styling. The car is loaded with sporty gadgets like tachometer along with soft and durable premium seat fabric. But what’s interesting is the introduction of a highly advanced feature called iCAT.

This particular feature has been incorporated to keep the car safe from being stolen. The iCAT is the intelligent Computerised Anti-Theft system. This system ensures full protection of the car. The iCAT works on the principle of unique electronic identification.  A secret code in the car communicates with the engine computer. If the secret code does not match with the engine computer, the car does not start and it prevents the car from any security related threat.  This feature is highly beneficial as the number of car thefts have been increased in the recent times.  Maruti Suzuki Estilo has iCAT feature mounted in all three variants of the car namely Lx, Lxi and Vxi.

The other salient features of the Maruti Estilo are SRS Airbag, ABS, Side door Beams, High mount Stop Lamp, Child lock (Rear Door), Front wiper, Back Door Deffoger, Front Fog Lamps, Rear Fog Lamps, Steering Locks, Security System.  Along with the hi-tech features the Suzuki Estilo provides a high mileage of 19Kmpl which has come as a boon in the times of economic meltdown.  Moreover, the Estilo has compact dimensions, shorter wheelbase, high ground clearance and a minimum turning radius. These entire features make it the ideal car for the Indian roads. The wheelbase is 2360mm; turning radius is 4.6m while the ground clearance is 165mm. 

Monday, December 27, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo: A Sure Shot Hit!

Maruti Suzuki has come up with a new version of Estilo which is expected to be a sure shot hit in the Indian market and especially among the youngsters. The car boasts of its peppy looks and exudes a mesmerising charm. The car comes with a high benefit of Maruti Suzuki’s reliable and large network of services.  Maruti Suzuki has always been a trusted name in the automobile market and the company has always offered worthy services since decades. Suzuki Estilo is yet another product from Maruti Suzuki that offers high benefits to its customers.
The car comes with rich and classy interiors along with tow-tone colour theme. The use of superior quality material inside the car gives out a very relaxing and a soothing effect on mind. The Estilo further offers ample legroom, shoulder room, hip room and head room at the front portion and also at the rear portion. From the exteriors, Estilo has got a complete makeover with changes in headlamps, bumpers and in the hood styling.
Being high on style quotient, the car makes no compromise on handling and braking. The Estilo comes with a superb braking system and offers excellent handling.  The car has front disc brakes and rear disc brakes and it also incorporates real shock absorbers that are filled with gas along with the three link rigid and isolated trailing arm.
Further the Maruti Suzuki Estilo comes with an all new KB Series engine which has a capacity of 998cc with 3 cylinders at its heart. It churns out an output of 67Ps at the rate of 6200 rpm and a flat torque of 90Nm at the rate of 3500rpm. The car also produces a high fuel efficiency of 19Kmpl which has comes as boon for those, who travel by car on a daily basis.






Thursday, December 23, 2010

Maruti Zen Estilo: The Best Has Come!


Maruti Suzuki has always come up with products that offer something new to its customers.  The company has an immense reputation in the automobile market for providing reliable and large network of services.  Continuing with the trend of providing innovative cars, Maruti Suzuki has come up with an all new Estilo.  
Estilo has been recognized as one of the most sought after products from Maruti Suzuki. The car is equipped with unique styling and interesting features that makes it the most desirable car. However, the biggest advantage of Maruti Estilo is its class defining engine. The car is mounted with an extraordinary 998cc KB- Series engine which has been developed under an investment plan of Rs 1200 crore. The engine has been produced after rigorous amount research & development, validation and testing.

The KB Series engine delivers an excellent performance. It churns out a maximum power of 68 Ps at the rate of 6200 rpm and a flat torque of 90Nm at the rate of 3500rpm. The new breed of engine ensures more power, less noise, less vibration and minimal harshness. Further, the KB10 has a lightweight aluminium construction that results in high fuel efficiency and greater power.  This is a bold step taken by the company towards the advance car technology. Moreover, Estilo promises a peppy drive along with maximum comfort and convenience. The car is available in three variant options namely Lx, Lxi and Vxi. The top model Vxi is one to look for, as it comes loaded with great range of features.

Suzuki Estilo is expected to be a sure shot hit in the Indian market and especially among the young families of India. The car also comes with rich and classy interiors along with tow-tone colour theme.  It also has a solid built and exudes a charm.  

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo : Synchronization Matters!

Do we just see the car brand while making a car purchase? Or do we focus on its outside looks? Well, our main focus is on the interiors of the car, how it looks because that’s where the experience begins. Driving a car with plush interiors and great synchronization is a dream of every passionate driver and with Maruti Suzuki Estilo, classic interiors are assured. In all its three variants, Lx, Lxi and Vxi, the interiors are more or less similar and this shows the brilliance of Maruti which understands its customers. Looking at the Estilo interiors, comfort has been put as the top most priority. The experience of driving is enhanced with comfort, performance and the looks of the car. Maruti Suzuki Estilo is fitted with adjustable head restraint in the front seats which adds on to the comfort level.

In Lx Lxi and Vxi, there is a front seat back pocket in the driver’s seat which can be used to place or keep certain things by the person sitting on the rear seat. Special cup holders have been fitted in both the front and the rear seat of Maruti Estilo. Two of the holders are in the front seats and one at the back seat which can be used by the occupants. Estilo can easily accommodate five passengers which makes it the perfect family car. To make your journeys comfortable and relaxing, enough leg and head space has been provided in Maruti Suzuki Estilo. This revamped version of Zen looks compact; however it has enough space for the persons sitting there and also to load the luggage.

With this new version of Estilo, Maruti has upgraded the interiors of the car. Suzuki Estilo has some of the great accessory features including speedometer, digital fuel indicator and the latest multifunction displays. The beige-chocolate color seat covers synchronizing with the interiors of the car is just a delight for many of the passionate drivers.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo – The Desire Of Every Household

Why do we ever need a car? Have you ever thought about it? Do we actually buy any car just to visit a place or drop someone? Or we actually drive for our own pleasure and good. Whenever we buy a car, we must keep in mind that are we getting the desired pleasure from it? Is it for our good and give us that pride feeling while driving it? In today’s time, owning a car is a desire and Maruti Suzuki Estilo is surely the catch for you. Maruti has come up with this middle segment car to make it a part of every household since it is affordable. This compact version of Maruti is dressed with exotic exteriors including colored coordinated seat fabric, eardrop designed headlights and aggressive grille and bumper.

Maruti Estilo is packed with dynamic interiors which makes every trip a pleasure trip. Maruti Suzuki is known for offering a great fleet of cars to its customers for long now. In Suzuki Estilo, the company has replaced the old engine with the new KB 10 series engine. This 998 cc engine in Maruti Suzuki Estilo has a light weight body which enhances the performance of the car and reduces the maintenance troubles. This car is a true value for money with its exotic exteriors, dynamic interiors, power packed performance, exciting looks and comfortable driving.

Estilo has now become a desire of every household with its technical brilliance and great pricing. Driving a car in today’s time has become a passion for most of us, however with Maruti Suzuki Estilo; this passion will surely come alive. The car is also suited for long journeys as it has enough space for storing the luggage. We all crave for comfort while driving and the adjustable seats of Suzuki Estilo make your journey comfortable and pleasurable. Though it is compact but is roomy from the inside. So pick from the palette of eight colors and drive home your desire with Maruti Suzuki Estilo.

Monday, December 20, 2010

VARIANTS OF MARUTI SUZUKI ESTILO

Maruti Zen Estlo, which was launched in 2006 in India, was re-christened as Maruti Estilo. Maruti manufactured its Suzuki MR wagon only in Japan which is the inspiration behind its counterpart in India. Same dyes and casts have been used to design the two cars. There are three base variants of Maruti Estilo in India,i.e, Lx, Lxi and Vxi which are powered by a 4-cylinder engine and Wagon R’s 1.1 Litre engine. The top models have extra features like air bags for driver’s seat and Anti Lock-Braking Systems. Maruti Udyog limited took 18 months to design and introduce Zen Estilo

Child-lock facility is available in the rear doors in all three variants of the car. There is the front wiper which is an important feature available in all three variants. The premium variant of Estilo has front fog lamps, back door defogger and front fog lamps. Vxi also has rear window wiper and washer making it very convenient for the driver in rainy days. Steering lock is also present in all the variants whereas the Vxi edition has the security system I CATS. Estilo has this time kept in mind all the security needs of customers.

The IP console of a car is a very important feature. The center console is equipped with a cup holder in all three variants. Estilo’s standard equipment consists of an IP pocket. The fuel-level digital indicator and ash trays are also available in all the three variants. There have been a lot of expectations from Maruti as they are one of the largest manufacturers of automobiles in the world. Maruti Suzuki Estilo has features that will attract people. Estilo, on its part, has tried its best to attract customers with its new and high-tech features that are sure to catch everybody’s imagination.

Saturday, December 18, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo:Drive In Style And Stay “Green”

Maruti Suzuki has once again taken the go-green initiative to a new level. The company famous for offering cutting edge technology and user friendly cars, recently unveiled the new Maruti Suzuki Estilo Green equipped with CNG engine technology.

Maruti Estilo is already creating a buzz in the A2 segment and is becoming one of the fast selling models from Maruti’s portfolio. Equipped with CNG engine technology, Maruti Suzuki Estilo is sure to be a sensation. The step is taken seeing the future prospects of CNG car market. At the moment just 2.3 percent of the total car market is offered in CNG variants but with seeing the recent developments in the CNG sector the automobile giants are sure that CNG will be made available to 86 cities in the next three years. Currently Mumbai, Delhi and Gujarat have 20-25 percent CNG models of different manufacturers.

The CNG variant of Maruti Suzuki Estilo Green is designed to reduce the running cost of the car at just Rs 1.2/km. The cost of the car is a bit high as compared to other available petrol variants of Estilo but this will not sound as a burden as the long term benefits are much more.

The Estilo green uses the technology called intelligent-Gas Port Injection. This technology ensures the same power as other petrol based variants. The looks of Estilo do not require any description. It is one of the most attractive styles and comfort that Maruti has ever offered. The company fitted CNG kit assures full warranty.

Many people believe that CNG operated vehicles do not proffer power driven performance but Maruti Suzuki Estilo is a different case all together. The company assures that factory fitment of CNG kit will deal with the issues of performances and will definitely deliver the power and performance that one commands from Maruti.  

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Zen Estilo- the surprisingly affordable car

The pricing of a car is very important for an Indian family as its means a lot for the budget and price conscious Indians who value every worth of their penny. A car is considered to be a big financial decision which takes a lot of time, effort and money for a middle-class family which dreams of a big lifestyle change by incorporating a sense of upliftment and pride.

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo is truly an affordable car with its optimal pricing for the masses. The car has been built for the masses and it’s primarily targeted at the young couples. The price of Maruti Suzuki Estilo Vxi in Delhi (BS IV with immobilizer and ABS) is approx 4.14 lakhs in metallic and 4.10 lakhs for non-metallic color. The same variant without ABS costs approx. 3.84 lakhs in metallic and 3.81 for non-metallic.

As for the LX variant (BS IV with immobilizer), for metallic it costs 3.27 lakhs and for non-metallic it costs 3.24 lakhs approx. Maruti Suzuki Estilo with the Lxi variant (BS IV with immobilizer) costs 3.58 lakhs for metallic and 3.54 lakhs for non-metallic. Maruti Zen Estilo green Lxi costs 4.08 lakhs for metallic and 4.04 lakhs for non-metallic color. (All prices are for Delhi)

Maruti Suzuki Estilo, with its stylish interiors and sleek exteriors has been successful in creating in a niche for itself in the market by positioning itself as an affordable value-for-money car.  The car has received reviews for its modern styling and eye-catching appeal. This car has been the centre of attention for most of its buyers as its hold promise of giving them a better driving potential, easy maneuverability and strong performance.

It is clear that Suzuki zen Estilo is the frontrunner is a car to look out for in terms of its trusted Maruti brand value and reliability.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo-take a fresh view of life

The bold and stylish Maruti Suzuki Estilo is a car which helps you rediscover life by breaking the monotony. Its helps you leave behind the mundane pattern of life and tell you to follow your heart. Do the things you want to do in a new way. Leave the old behind. Get the new you.

It is precisely this reason why this car has been born out of the ordinary. The all stylish Estilo comes with powerful features like the new K-series engine, fresh and elegant interiors & a bold new design to make each driving experience truly special. A new drive, a new life filled with freshness. 

Elegance is color co-ordinate seat fabric and AC vents with chrome finish rings. Adjustable head rests and remote fuel lid opener. Elegance is a fine blend of comfort and sophistication. Just the way we want it. Dual-tone dashboard (chocolate brown and beige color), ergonomically designed seat, roomy interiors with ample leg room and a rear luggage make it chic and spacious. Now every drive is rejuvenation experience.

Power is cable type gear shift mechanism with Detent-pin technology (DPT) for smooth and precise gear shifting experience. Power is Electronic power assisted steering that gives better handling, more mileage and is low on maintenance. Power is the low turning radius to give you better maneuverability in crowded city streets.
Style is the dynamic head lamps that add class to the bold styling. Style is the feature of sculpted fog lamps that adds finesse to the front. Rear wiper washer is style to ensure that it’s a clear view on the rear.
Taking a fresh view is the use of BS-IV compliance. It is to have the high power to weight ratio for better pick-up.  Fresh view is to take amazing fuel efficiency to a new level. It is to experience incredible power and amazing mileage. The use of K-series engine power your car drives like never before.


Friday, December 10, 2010

Sales figure of November 2010 increased for MSIL

The country’s largest car-maker, Maruti Suzuki India, today reported sales of 1,12,554 vehicles in November, translating into a 28.18 per cent increase vis-à-vis the year-ago period.
Sales in the same month last year stood at 87,807 units, Maruti Suzuki India limited (MSIL) said in a statement.

“For the second consecutive month, the company crossed one lakh units sales mark in the domestic market in November 2010
The company saw sales of 1,02,503 units for the domestic market in November, a 34.2 per cent increase from 76,359 units in November, 2009, the statement said. 
MSIL’s exports in the last month, however, fell by 12.2 per cent to 10,051 units from 11,448 units in the year-ago period, the company added.


Last month, the sales of the company’s once bread-and-butter model M800 declined by 19.7 per cent to 2,440 units from 3,040 units in November 2009, the statement said. 
The A2 segment (comprising Alto, WagonR, Estilo, Swift, A-Star and Ritz) witnessed 32.2 per cent growth at 74,063 units compared to 56,005 units in the same month a year ago. A
3 segment sales (consisting of SX4 and DZiRE) increased by 27.2 per cent to 11,115 units compared to 8,741 units in the corresponding period a year ago, the company said.


MSI’s total passenger car sales rose to 87,618 in October against 67,786 units in the same month in 2009, it added. 
In the first eight months of this fiscal, the company’s total sales stood at 8,28,440 units compared to 6,46,139 units, up 28.21 per cent.

Maruti Suzuki in a statement said that “For the second consecutive month, the company crossed 100,000 units sales mark in the domestic market in November 2010.”
Domestic sales during the month stood at 102,503 units, a 34.2% increase from 76,359 units in November 2009. Exports, however, fell by 12.2 per cent to 10,051 units from 11,448 units.

Maruti Suzuki Estilo-Go green!

Suzuki Zen Estilo goes green! Now you can also enjoy the ‘wow’ experience in an eco-friendly way with the all new Estilo green. With an advanced i-GPI (‘intelligent-Gas Port Injection’) system, a powerful K series engine, Detent Pin technology for smoother transmission and elegent interiors, it is effiecient, eco-friendly and economical. Go ahead, go green in style.

Green CNG vehicles and offers a peppier ride experience at par with that of a petrol-fuelled engine, while achieving high fuel efficiency at the same time. The factory fitted Green CNG vehicles score very high on safety and reliability vis-à-vis the aftermarket retro-fitted options. Maruti Suzuki CNG vehicles pass through all the quality checks, processes and systems similar to a regular car manufactured at Maruti Suzuki plants.
i-GPI technology- The combination of power and Dual brains

CNG is directly injected into different ports of the engine near combustion chamber, which results in homogenous combustion. The quantity and quality of CNG that is injected into the engine as well as the changeover from petrol to CNG are both intelligently controlled.

Dual onboard computers give an enhanced and pleasurable driving experience in both CNG & petrol modes; High fuel efficiency helps save more.

Safer and reliable vehicle design.
Estilo green has been specifically designed keeping in mind the safety of passengers. The vehicle has successfully cleared strict test conditions.

Vehicle body has been designed to take care of extra load of the CNG system.  Integrated harnesses have been used for safety against fire.  Special pre-formed stainless steel pipes & joints have been used to prevent leakage of fuel. It is equipped with a microswitch that prevents the engine from starting while CNG is being refueled, for occupant safety.

A new level of convenience
NGV receptacles for faster CNG filling; conveniently located CNG filling nozzle adjacent to petrol filling nozzle; Special CNG malfunction indicator lamp on the digital meter cluster for easy detection in case of CNG related system malfunction. Easy ‘change-over-switch’ to switch over to Eco fuel mode automatically. Further, no separate RC endorsement required for a hassle free buying experience.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo on Facebook

Maruti Suzuki Estilo has a new address-on Facebook! That’s right; the official page on facebook is ‘www.facebook.com/marutisuzukiestilo’. Since its inception, it has managed to capture the hearts and minds of young urban audience around the country with its quiz, contests and lively wall posts. Currently, the Estilo page has 42,814 members in its community which is increasingly growing every coming day.

The page started on October 22, 2010 & centered on Suzuki Estilo’s official theme-‘Take a fresh view of life’. The wall posts have been all about posting interesting ideas to live life differently. Its initial idea was to live a life with an interesting eagerness to live beyond the usual monotony. Be it doing a different thing today, or finding the mantra for beating the Monday morning blues; a courageous step towards perfection, or seeing a fresh view of history through a song; Suzuki Estilo’s official page on facebook showcased a fine display of combing the fun for the user and a suggestion to improve one’s lifestyle.

Come alive quiz
The page encourages users to live a life filled with passion and abundant enthusiasm. A come alive quiz on its ‘come alive’ tab has a set of questions to gauge the ‘come alive’ quotient a user has in his/her life. After completing the quiz, a customized result based in his/her answers is produced, which suggests the user whether they are living a life filled with a joyous force or they need to push themselves to think out of the box.

Contests
A host of exciting contests on the maruti Suzuki estilo’s facebook page has also helped in increasing the membership base to an increasing level every day. With the launch of its new theme & campaign- ‘Come Alive’, the area of contests and quizzes has taken a new turn. While ‘Guess who’s coming alive’ focused on finding the crash test dummies coming alive to be the brand mascots of Suzuki Estilo, the contest ‘What Happens Next’ asked its members to guess the storyline in the upcoming Estilo TV Ads.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

The comfort & convenience of Maruti Suzuki Estilo

The stylish Estilo has three variants to boast of- Lx, Lxi & Vxi, Lx being the basic variant and Vxi being the premium variant.  Suzuki Estilo is an amalgamation of style comfort and convenience. Lets read in the following article as to how its features help in defining this urbane car as the one to look out for.

Power windows- the lxi and vxi variant of Maruti Estilo has power windows. While the former variant has front power windows, the latter (and the premium variant) has both front and rear power windows.

Power steering- here again, the upper variants, so to say, has the feature of power steering, i.e. the Lxi & Vxi version. Power steering means better rotation and drivability for the driver and more comfort and convenience.

Apart from these important instruments, other feature like Front door pocket is available in all three variants.
An important feature like remote keyless entry system, which is integrated within the key is available in the premium variant, which is the Vxi.

The Outside Rear view mirror (ORVM) is an important feature which is available in all three variants of Suzuki Estilo. While the first two variants have paddle type feature (Lx, Lxi), the Vxi has internally adjustable electrical type.

Air-Conditioning, one of the most important features for the Indian middle-class family while buying a hatchback car, is something which is necessary in all models nowadays. It’s imperative that Estilo has the all important feature of AC in all their variants/models.

The backdoor opener is also available as a convenient option in all three variants. While the Lx variant has a key for opening the backdoor, the Lxi and Vxi has power lock plus key to open the backdoor. A truly integral part of convenience for any driver who wishes to just sit back, relax and enjoy the pleasure of comfort driving.

Monday, December 6, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo-A blend of style and comfort

Maruti Suzuki is a forerunner in the manufacturing of automobiles in India. The company is known for offering latest technology and fuel efficient models at comparatively low and competent prices. Maruti Suzuki with the launch of new Zen Estilo has once again proved its caliber and brilliance.

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo is a wonder in style and comfort. The most important distinction of this new baby is its new and lively design. The tall boy hatchback is a combination of elegance and innovation and is giving stiff competition in the A2 sector. Within no time the new Zen Estilo has become one of the fastest growing cars from Maruti’s portfolio.  

The interiors of the car are the most enigmatic blend of quality and comfort. Features like quality seat material, dual tone dashboard and adjustable head rest among other fine features make it a must have entity. Maruti Zen Estilo is compact in style and is meant ideally for small families in India. The model is equipped with capable braking system and has a fine suspension system. Other external variants encompass deigned headlamps and bumpers.

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo is stocked with a new K-series engine. The 998 ccK10B engine offers a high fuel efficiency of 18.2 kmpl and a power of 64 bhp at 6200rpm. The car proffers a ground clearance of 165mm and a small turning radius of 4.6 meters. This makes the car ideal for any kind of road and stiff parking conditions.

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo is well operational with advanced security features and is accessible in four variants and in new vivacious colors. The price tag at which this car is offered is like an icing on the cake. Estilo is priced between INR 3.23-4.14 lakhs. The car can accelerate from 0 to 100km/hr in just 16 seconds.      

Saturday, December 4, 2010

Maruti Suzuki wins Sustainibility award

Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the largest passenger car manufacturer in the country, was awarded with the "Significant Achievement in Sustainability Award" in CII ITC Sustainability award ceremony in the city on November 30, 2010. The Sustainability Awards, instituted by the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development, recognise companies for their achievement in the sustainability parameters of social, economic and environmental.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. S.Y Siddiqui, Managing Executive Officer, HR & Admin said "Sustainability has multiple facets: corporate governance, long term business growth with reasonable profits, balanced with the well-being of employees and other key stakeholders. This has been the approach of Maruti Suzuki since inception. We have to ensure that sustainability remains central to our strategy and that of our partners and reflects as an integral part of our work culture."

The Award acknowledges Maruti Suzuki's ardent efforts to continuously better its social and environmental performance. Maruti Suzuki has gone all out to introduce environmental friendly technologies: fuel efficient K-series engine, launch of 5 factory fitted CNG models with i-GPI engine technology. In addition, 9 car models of the company comply with End of Life Vehicles (ELV) recycling norms, which means over 85% of the vehicle, is recyclable. The ELV norms are yet to be adapted in India.

Maruti Suzuki constantly focuses to reduce the impact of its manufacturing activity on the environment. It uses Compressed Natural Gas for power generation to meet its needs Gurgaon and Manesar manufacturing plants. Maruti Suzuki achieved significant reduction in per vehicle electricity and water consumption over the years.

Road Safety is Maruti Suzuki's flagship Corporate Social Responsibility focus area. The company has set up over 100 Maruti Driving Schools across India. Maruti Suzuki also operates four Institutes of Driving and Traffic Research (IDTR) in partnership with state governments. Over 700,000 people have been trained in safe driving by Maruti Suzuki.

Friday, December 3, 2010

The new ‘K’ is here to stay!

The new Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo comes with a power packed K-series “K10B” engine. This three cylinder 998 cc new addition is one of the most peculiar characteristics of this new tall boy hatchback. The engine brings a higher torque of 90 Nm@ 3500rpm and a power of 68 PS@6200 rpm. This improved new engine technology gives more boost and low noise and vibrations.
 
K10B engine comes with offset crank and Double Overhead Cam shaft or DOCH. The engine is much lighter and thus increases the fuel efficiency of Zen Estilo. The company promises an excellent mileage of 18.2 kmpl. Technological wonders like high compression ratio and Smart Distributor-less ignition or SDli lowers the running cost of this baby as the engine necessities a change after at least 10,000km.

The new Zen Estilo is one car that is bestowed with one of the best environment friendly features as compared to its other counterparts, courtesy the K-series engine. The engine enables Maruti Zen Estilo to be BSIV complaint. Its 89% of the parts meets the ELV norms and are environment friendly. Maruti Suzuki is already prepared to take on the forth coming norms of 10% Ethanol blending of petrol and has made the new model already an E-10 compliant.

With the new K-series engine and innovative transmission technology, the new Zen Estilo is a perfect blend of power, pleasure and economy. Zen Estilo uses Cable type transmission technology. This technology reduces the mechanical losses as the gear shifting effort is reduced tremendously. The new technology also eradicates line contact between parts and offers point contact thus making the change of gear a smooth operation. This is the first time that Maruti has used this technology in any of its models.

Maruti Suzuki has always witnessed huge expectations from people and this time also it doesn’t disappoint.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Maruti Suzuki sells more cars in Nov 2010

The November automobile sales for Maruti Suzuki has reported healthy growth numbers over the last year.
Maruti Suzuki, the country's largest automaker, reported a 34.2% jump in sales in the domestic market during November compared to the same period last year. The automaker recorded sales of 1,02,503 vehicles. This makes it the second consecutive month for Maruti when it has crossed the 1-lakh-unit sales mark in the domestic market in 2010.

Maruti's peer Hyundai Motor India, however,did not put up such a great show. The company reported a 12% increase in domestic sales at 31,540 units compared to the same period last year. And due to the plant closures, the company's total sales—including exports—dipped 19.4% with 44,542 units sold in November this year compared to 55,241 last year.

There was a 1% rise in Tata Motors' total passenger and commercial vehicle sales in November which stood at 50,419 units up from 50,114 in the same period last November. Sales of the automaker's latest offering—Nano—stood at only 509 units during the month, down by 85% over November last year. Indica sales were also down 37% to 5,716 units.

Mahindra & Mahindra's sales grew by 18% to 26,666 units, with its tractor sales rising to 17,993 units from 12,592 units a year earlier. Similarly, sales of GM India increased 17.67 % to 8,376 units in November as against 7,118 units in the corresponding month in 2009. Volkswagen sold 4,612 units across India and is now looking to increase the supply of its models Polo and Vento.

The auto sector continues to maintain volume swing upwards. The picking up of a few thousands sales units at the border after a boom Diwali season, is indeed a very positive sign because typically consumers enter into the last two-months of the calendar year and auto sales particularly in the second sales market, tend to depend on the year of the model.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Estilo's brand evolution



Initial Theme-‘SHAPE YOUR WORLD’
Maruti Suzuki Estilo, one of the A2 offering from the Maruti Suzuki stable, is a product that combines unique features and a refreshing style. In 2006, when Zen Estilo was launched; the focus was on the new product design- its mono-form shape.

It allowed consumers to think beyond the regular offerings in A2 segment and consider Zen Estilo which was a fresh new shape and design. Zen Estilo had a great start and was a successful brand through 2006 to early 2009. All this while, the campaigns basis ‘Shape your world’ theme continued to support the Brand effectively.

MSIL, quick to address evolving needs and preferences of the consumers as well as seeing the need of supporting the product so as to reach out to a wider audience, decided to make changes to the product well ahead of a regular product cycle and came up with a new Estilo in late 2009. Though it was based on the same Zen Estilo platform, the changes were so radical that the product assumed a new look.
And under the hood was the revolutionary new K series engine and Detent pin transmission. All resulting in a fabulous new product and thus was born the new Estilo.

Positioning -
The current positioning has been evolutionary process. Estilo’s ‘Status’ positioning thought stemmed from the key consumer insight of ‘Estilo’ being seen as a ‘sign of success and accomplishment’, ‘exclusive’ among owners and non-owners.

Basing this and keeping in mind the impending model change, the positioning shifted to cater to a wider consumer mindset. If earlier ‘Shape your world’ was linked to the product, the new positioning – 'take a fresh view of life' targeted to address the need gaps in the consumers’ mind space.

Saturday, November 27, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo-Take a look!

Your search for a fun-tastic car ends at Maruti Estilo. If you were looking for a car that is fun to ride and easy on your pocket, do not look further and settle for an Estilo.  Some of the very attractive features of this care are the easy riding features, sporty looks and the space inside the car. There are many small cars in the market which do not have so much of space inside. You would have a problem regarding space and the outlook of the car. Maruti has recently come out with its KB series engine which performs exceptionally well. This car too is fitted with the same engine and thus Maruti Suzuki Estilo offers an amazing mileage when being driven on the road.

With all other features like the ABS and airbags, the KB series engine is just an icing on the cake. You would rarely find the combination of all these features in any other small car of the same segment. This car is fantastic in every sense. The engine of this car is 998 cc and can very well give a mileage of around 18.2kmpl. This just means that if you drive this car, you will be contributing towards the betterment of the environment as Suzuki Estilo gives out less emissions and a good mileage as compared to the other cars in the small car segment.

Indian roads need cars that are feature packed and are easy to drive in the cities. Maruti Suzuki has kept in mind the need of the users and have designed Estilo which has everything starting from the amazingly designed eardrop headlamps, colored seat fabric that is coordinated with the overall interior of the car, matching aggressive bumper and grille, head rests that can be adjusted, floor carpet and dual tone dashboard. If you are looking for a family car, this is the perfect car for you.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Swift-A note

Maruti Suzuki Swift, which was launched in May 2005, has been a huge hit in India. This compact car was an effort by Maruti to incorporate fresh design and concepts into their models. A car with eye-catching features, it is a delight to watch. Placed in the category of B-segment cars, Swift is appreciated for quality of power, response and fuel efficiency. Some striking features of the car are Dynamic European styling, Rally based suspension system, All-Aluminium hypertech engine and Automatic climate control.

Design and Interiors

The car has great design and equally good interiors. It has a clean-sheet design, built on a newly developed platform with three and five-door models on offer. It has adopted contemporary mechanicals. Features like torsion beam rear suspension and electronic brake force distribution have been incorporated. Enough legroom and luggage space is available in the car.

The automobile has fabric accented trendy looking door trims. The boot can accommodate plenty of luggage. The long wheelbase and width of the car mean high level of comfort and spaciousness.

Variants, Price and Mileage

Various variants of Maruti Suzuki Swift on availability are
Swift LXi
Swift VXi
Swift ZXi
Swift Diesel Ldi
Swift Diesel Vdi
The car is available in the price tag of Rs. 4 Lakhs to Rs. 5.60 Lakhs.

Engine
The car is equipped with 1298cc engine with 4 cylinders and 16 valves. The maximum power is 87bhp @ 6000rpm, and maximum torque 113Nm @ 4500rpm. As for fuel distribution, it is Multipoint injection.

Safety
A range of safety features have been incorporated in Maruti Suzuki Swift. The car is available with a number of safety features like collapsible steering column, front seatbelt pre-tensioners with load limiters, and energy absorbing trim all around. Active safety technologies include dual front airbags, and antilock braking system together with electronic brake-force-distribution have been roped in.

Friday, November 19, 2010

The science of EPS under the Estilo

Electric power steering (EPS) is a power steering system that uses computers, electronic sensors and a small electric engine to replace traditional, hydraulic power steering. While there are numerous advantages to this system, including increased fuel mileage and a less labor intensive fix, there are also certain disadvantages to electric power steering. Maruti Suzuki Estilo has the powerful EPS to drive with a full throttle.

Electric power steering systems improve auto efficiency and safety. However, electric power steering is still relatively new and costly compared with traditional hydraulic steering.
Upgrading a traditional vehicle's hydraulic power steering system to an electric power steering system is a big project with a hefty cost. Newer cars are built with electric power steering systems in mind, whereas hydraulic systems are larger, clunkier and arranged differently.

Active Steering Systems are evolving in the direction of giving an increasing support in terms of agility, safety and comfort improvement
The automotive industry is showing a growing interest towards the usage of EPS (Electric Power Steering) systems. With the enhancements in mechatronic technologies, they are spreading from small size cars to medium and large size cars. EPS systems provide a number of advantages with respect to hydraulic power steering: first of all lower fuel consumption, then higher product standardization and finally easier customization of feeling performances.

Nowadays, EPS systems are extending their influence from the driving feeling optimization to other driving features including safety, agility and comfort. This is achieved by modifying the conventional assistance torque, based on driver torque and steer angle, through the introduction of contributions based on signals that other ECUs, integrated in braking, vision, obstacle detection systems, compute and make available to the vehicle CAN network. These “torque overlays” determine a useful haptic feedback for the driver, recommending specific wheel steer commands suitable for the peculiar dynamic scenario of the vehicle.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Let’s apply the brakes!!! How ABS works in a Maruti Suzuki Estilo?

Maruti Suzuki Estilo has an advanced ABS mechanism which makes this car a truly power packed performer in its field. Let’s have a look at what and how ABS functions-

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a safety system that prevents the wheels on a motor vehicle from locking up (or ceasing to rotate) while braking.

A rotating road wheel allows the driver to maintain steering control under heavy braking by preventing a skid and allowing the wheel to continue interacting tractively with the road surface as directed by driver steering inputs. ABS offers improved vehicle control and decreases stopping distances on dry and especially slippery surfaces for many drivers, but on loose surfaces like gravel and snow-on-pavement it can slightly increase braking distance, while still improving vehicle control.

Since initial widespread use in production cars, anti-lock braking systems have evolved considerably. Recent versions not only prevent wheel lock under braking, but also electronically control the front-to-rear brake bias. This function, depending on its specific capabilities and implementation, is known as electronic brake force distribution (EBD), traction control system, emergency brake assist, or electronic stability control.

ABS Components
There are four main components to an ABS system:
1..Speed sensors
2.Valves
3.Pump
4.Controller

Speed Sensors
The anti-lock braking system needs some way of knowing when a wheel is about to lock up. The speed sensors, which are located at each wheel, or in some cases in the differential, provide this information.
Valves
There is a valve in the brake line of each brake controlled by the ABS. On some systems, the valve has three positions:
•In position one, the valve is open; pressure from the master cylinder is passed right through to the brake.
•In position two, the valve blocks the line, isolating that brake from the master cylinder. This prevents the pressure from rising further should the driver push the brake pedal harder.
•In position three, the valve releases some of the pressure from the brake.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

CNG Technology introduced in 5 models of MSIL

On the auspicious occasion of Independence Day this year, the country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki unveiled its flagship CNG engine technology, 'intelligent-Gas Port Injection' or i-GPI on five popular models. The CNG vehicles were unveiled by Mr. Jairam Ramesh, Hon'ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) Environment and Forests and Maruti Suzuki management team. The models include Maruti Suzuki  SX4, Eeco, WagonR, Estilo and Alto and were launched in Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Gujarat. With this initiative, the CNG footprint of the company spread across entry level cars, compact cars, sedans and MPV segments.
On the occasion, Maruti Suzuki India Chairman RC Bhargava said, "'We are happy to bring contemporary CNG technology to the Indian customer. We are confident customers would value our i-GPI technology that is safe, reliable, clean, responsive and environment friendly. Adapting the CNG technology in our vehicles is another step to keep low cost of ownership for our customers."

Maruti Suzuki Five CNG Models
Shinzo Nakanishi Managing Director & CEO Maruti Suzuki India said, "The development is significant on multiple counts. This is the first instance when a car manufacturer has developed and launched factory-fitted technologically superior CNG engines in India. Compressed Natural Gas is environment friendly and also reduce country's dependence on imported fuels. Maruti Suzuki's big ticket entry into CNG fuel segment augurs well for the environment."

Peppy and responsive 'intelligent-GPI technology'
The i-GPI or Intelligent Gas Port Injection bi-fuel technology offers an intelligent ride. Intelligent as it ensures more power vis-à-vis retro-fitted CNG vehicles and offers a peppier ride experience at par with that of a petrol-fuelled engine, while achieving high fuel efficiency at the same time. The factory fitted CNG vehicles score very high on safety and reliability vis-à-vis the aftermarket retro-fitted options. Maruti Suzuki CNG vehicles pass through all the quality checks, processes and systems similar to a regular car manufactured at Maruti Suzuki plants.

Friday, November 12, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo-New snazzy interiors

It is more than just a model facelift, for Maruti Suzuki has gone all out to make Maruti Suzuki Estilo more contemporary and substantially increase its appeal to small car buyers.

From the looks of it, the car boasts of an all new front styling, which includes a revised grill, new headlamps and a macho bumper that has sculpted integrated fog lamps. New wheel covers compliment the entire exterior makeover to give this car a style that is in sync with today's market demands. There is no question about it that Maruti Suzuki has taken the pains in making the new Estilo part of the family and in doing so, they have stripped it of its plain-jane looks and have given it a bolder stance.

As far as the interiors go, the new Maruti Suzuki Estilo is mated with a dual tone interior (Chocolate Brown and beige). The instrument panel is also slightly tweaked with a silver lining.
The Top variant of the Estilo VXI gets driver seat airbag and ABS.
The New Maruti Suzuki Estilo Features include:
•    Foldable rear seats
•    Electrically adjustable ORVM
•    Remote keyless entry system
•    Power windows
•    Power steering
•    Front fog lamps
•    Rear fog lamps
•    Back door defogger
Maruti Suzuki has launched eight new colors which include:
•    Superior white
•    Midnight black
•    Silky silver
•    Dusky brown
•    Ecru beige
•    Quantum orange
•    Bright red
•    Emerald blue
•    Midnight black

The Maruti Suzuki Estilo comes in three variants – Estilo LX, Estilo LXi and Estilo VXi.
Tthe car also comes with a digital fuel indicator as standard equipment. Other accessories on the car include a rear windshield wiper, keyless entry and the CATS security system depending on the variant bought.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo- Review of a super car !!!

The three year old Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo has been redesigned and the more than a decade old brand name Zen has been pushed into history and renamed as Maruti Suzuki Estilo. The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo has been redesigned to suit the Indian taste.

The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo's design is futuristic and more stylish. It uses the powertrain of the Indian WagonR. It falls between the Alto and WagonR segment, and will certainly attract the young buyers in terms of design.

The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo rolls out in four variants -- LXi, VXi, Zxi and CNG variants. All the variants are powered by 1.1L K-Series 3cylinder engine mated with Bharat IV compliant. The top-end model comes with optional safety features like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), airbags and alloy wheels.

Powertrain and Performance:
The Estilo is powered by the A-Star's 1.0 L K-Series 3-cylinder engine. Power is transferred to the front wheels by a 5-speed manual transmission. The Estilo has enough sprinting power in the second and the third gears; in the third gear, it reaches a maximum of 100 kmph. The fourth and the fifth gears stabilize speed. The Estilo clocks 60 kmph in just 6 seconds and manages 100 kmph in 16 seconds, an all-time better than its stable mate WagonR.

The stiffened suspensions system does well during cornering and also on bad roads, when loaded. The electronic power steering is refined; it utilises least power and also cuts power off the pump, when speed of the car increases. It has a peppy engine with precise handling

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

All new Maruti Suzuki Estilo: Features

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo is a new flamboyant model launched by India's leading auto company Maruti Udyog Limited (MUL) replacing the Zen model. The new Suzuki Estilo, with its sporty looks, roomy space, true riding comfort and competitive price tag, would definitely make its style statement in the small car segment in India posing a tough call for other players like Hyundai and Tata.

Estilo is all set to compete against the Hyundai Santro, Tata Indica and Chevrolet spark in the A2segment. Maruti Udyog launched Estilo to cater to a slightly up market customers who have a innate desire to live a stylish and a modern lifestyle. It’s powered by 1.1 litre MPFI engine that delivers a power of 64 bhp @ 6200 rpm. It wears an aerodynamic body in unique bean shape with stunning body line. Just stepping inside Suzuki Estilo, which is soft-plush from inside and sleek-dynamic from outside, would shape their consumer’s world in new dimension of comfort, style and performance.

The all new Estilo comes with new front and rear end styling and a brand new engine under the hood. The new engine comes from the Maruti Suzuki A-Star hatch and is a 1.0 Litre three cylinder k-series with 67 ps of power and maximum torque of 90 nm @ 3500 rpm.The engine is Bharat IV emissions compliant which has been enforced from April 2010.
The new Estilo comes in a total of three variants, LX, LXi, VXi with prices starting from Rs 3.12 Lakhs going up to Rs 3.66 Lakhs.

The VXi models comes with all four door power windows, front and rear fog lamps, rear washe and wipe. ABS and Air bags are also optional on the VXi variant. The dashboard is now dual tone and comes with digital fuel guage.
With the new Estilo, Maruti has also launched 4 new colors apart from the existing shades which are: New Ecru Beige, Emerald Blue, Dusky Brown, and Quantum Orange.

Monday, November 8, 2010

Institutional Sales for Maruti Suzuki Vehicles

Maruti Suzuki India Limited does Institutional Sales for its vehicles. The Institutional Sales division is similar as corporate sales; here they sell their cars to other organizations like a B2B proposition.

Institutional Sales does not involve the channel of dealers/distributors as its the direct sales from company to company. The division caters to government bodies, taxi operators and Corporates who buy cars in large numbers and have specific needs to run and maintain a large fleet.

N2N Fleet Management

Maruti Suzuki's N2N Fleet Management, as the name suggests, takes care of the entire needs of a Corporate Fleet. The services include Leasing, Maintenance, Convenience services and Remarketing.         

N2N Benefits
1.A wide range of cars to choose from- Maruti 800 to Grand Vitara.
2.Low Investment- Residual Value based EMI.
3.Tax benefits- Lease rentals can be shown as revenue expenditure.
4.N2N maintenance- Saves time and money.
5.N2N remarketing- Speedy and efficient resale of the old/existing fleet.

Their range of services covers acquisition, maintenance and resale of vehicles and is detailed below.

N2N Range of Services

Vehicle Acquisition
   Comprehensive Vehicle Acquisition Program with single window solution
    Insurance, registration and road tax management services.
Insurance Cover
    A Comprehensive Insurance renewals and Accident Management Program
      with virtually cash less claim transactions.

Vehicle Maintenance
    A Comprehensive OEM backed Full Service Maintenance Program.
    Tyre/battery replacements as per OEM recommendations.
    Extensive MIS reporting of car's condition from time to time.
    Emergency support services
    Replacement vehicles in case maintenance downtime are more than 24 hours.

Vehicle Remarketing
    A Vehicle Resale Program for your fleet.
    Hassle-free resale of vehicles through Maruti's Pre-Owned Car channels.

To contact N2N, email id is -N2N@maruti.co.in

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo- The power to display style

The all new Maruti Suzuki Estilo is the epitome of style, exhilaration and panache. Whereas the engine has been revamped with the bold and powerful K-series engine, the interiors have been given a classy feel to it.
Imagine the royal princely feel of the Rajasthan deserts; the opulent canvas of the maharaja’s palaces. Now brace yourself sitting at the driver’s helm inside the all new Maruti Suzuki Estilo, soaked in the metallic Coffee brown color. Zoom into the oblivion of mirage and long distant highway. Feel the gushing winds and the violent sun tanning your car. Driving your Suzuki Estilo with exuberance like this is what the whole charm of life is.

The bold, yet affable Suzuki Estilo is a stunning piece of art which has that royal distinctive look to it. It’s not your everyday looker. It’s much more than it. The city-driving will never be the same again with this feel good car.   
The looks of the car have been revamped for modernizing the whole front portion which makes it more elegant and vivacious. It’s a big leap from the previous Estilo’s style which was mono-form. The new front bumpers and front chrome grill is dapper and sharp, giving it a more universally acceptable taste in aesthetics.

The handling has improved tremendously, owing to the newer suspension which is tight, up for the bigger hurdles and has a more neat traction control. The engine is now enhanced with K-series technology that gives better mileage, better fuel injection and its Euro-IV compliant too.

The Suzuki Estilo is poised to become the Maruti Suzuki’s ace champion by its virtue of indomitable power, styling, and price and brand value. Its sure to achieve the success hitherto unknown anywhere else. Brace yourself for the newest competitor in town. Fresh view of life…begins!!!

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo- Stay afresh












The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo
It flies…
It runs…
It stays here...
It’s nowhere

It breezes through the air
It cuts through the fair
A lonely road to the hills
A steep walk for the kills

The estilo keeps me fresh
Drives me out of mesh
It stays to the top
To meet my mom & pop

I saw its face in the paper
It looked, ‘Wow’; like a caper
Bold to the look, & sassy
A bit urban, a bit classy

It gives you that feel
A peppy spicy meal
Makes you alive
And bring you from the hive

It’s the new Estilo
Stylish all the way
Drive it to live fresh
Bring on the highway!!!


The all new Maruti Suzuki Estilo has that peppy, young, urban, sophisticated look of a beautiful car that has entered into the newly competitive compact car segment recently. The newly incorporated K-series engine has bolstered its image into a speedy, yet stylish vehicle which is at best a fun city centric car with its urban sensibilities.

All the compact segmented Maruti Suzuki vehicles, including the A-star, Ritz, Wagon R  have been duly refined for the new age backdrop of a young sassy looking driver’s car which makes the most out of a city driving performance.

Be it the fresh new interiors, the bold styling exteriors, or the sassy feel incorporated into the sedan like features inside a mid-compact car, the Suzuki Estilo is a feel good car which makes you feel different all the way. It looks very beautiful. You feel the king of the world when the car cruises along the mountain hill over misty rain drops falling.

All in all, a great car to drive at; a beautiful experience to cherish for; and a gem of a trusted brand name to vouch for; a Maruti Suzuki car never fails to excite and respond to you. So go for the amazingly stylish Maruti Suzuki Estilo

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Buy it, run it or sell it, a Maruti Suzuki is of unmatched value

Maruti Suzuki's cars, including the all new Maruti Suzuki Estilo stands for value as much as it stands for performance. In fact, consumers don't buy a Maruti Suzuki. They invest in it.

AHEAD IN VALUE, ACROSS SEGMENTS.

Compact
Maruti Suzuki is the undisputed leader with the top 3 spots being bagged by its brands – the Wagon R, Suzuki Estilo and A Star, in that order.

Premium Compact
Maruti Suzuki leads the pack here too - the Ritz and Swift take the top 2 positions, followed by the Fiat Grande Punto.

Entry Midsize
The Swift DZire is numero uno in this segment, followed by Tata Indigo and Ford Ikon

Midsize
The SX4 staves off tough competition from the Honda City to emerge as the victor here. They are followed by Hyundai's Verna.
ADVANTAGE COST OF OWNERSHIP (fuel + maintenance + repair + accessories + insurance)

When it comes to the cost of ownership, their cars are unbeatable. As studies show, with lower spends on fuel, maintenance, repair, even accessories, a Maruti Suzuki treats consumer's hard-earned money with respect.


ADVANTAGE MILEAGE

India's six most fuel-efficient petrol cars are from Maruti Suzuki. It's proven Suzuki technology at work, squeezing the most out of every drop.



ADVANTAGE MAINTENANCE COSTS (including repair cost)

Besides the lowest repair costs, their cars have the lowest overall cost of spares. And the spares are available all across the country.


ADVANTAGE RESALE VALUE
A Maruti Suzuki will have a significantly higher resale price than other cars of its age and class. Because quality and reliability are always in demand.

Maruti Suzuki cars not only have the lowest costs of operation in both petrol and diesel but also the highest consumer satisfaction with costs of operation. The spares are the most easily available and inexpensive. The widest service network that ensures total peace of mind. Maruti Suzuki cars are the most recommended cars by their owners.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

The world class car of India!!! Maruti Suzuki Estilo

The major and much needed change for the new Maruti Suzuki Estilo is the introduction of new engine. The New Suzuki Estilo is powered by 998cc K-series engine from the A-Star. The engine has been changed a bit - now it generates maximum power of 68 Bhp at 6200 rpm with maxiumum torque of 90 Nm at 3500 rpm. This makes the New Estilo Bharat IV emission compliant with higher power to weight ratio and torque to weight ratio.

The new Estilo comes with a new Cable-type transmission technology. The five-speed manual gear with synchromesh is now changed to Cable type as against Rod-type, mechanical transmission earlier. This new transmission reduces the gear shifting effort in the new Estilo, by reducing mechanical losses.
New Estilo has been fitted with an advanced 'detent pin' gear shift and select mechanism. This mechanism eliminates the sliding friction (or line contact) between parts and provides rolling friction (or point contact). This technology, in turn, facilitates smoother transition of gears, and is a first among all Maruti Suzuki products.

Convenience 
The new Maruti Estilo features a Power Steering, Power Windows, Remote Central Locking, Foldable Rear Seats, Rear Parcel Tray, Electrically Adjustable Outside Rear View Mirrors, Rear Wiper & Washer and a Rear Defogger for the comfort and convenience of its driver and passengers.

Safety 
The car is equipped with many active and passive safety features that you expect from a car in this range. The top model comes with ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), EBD ( Electronic Brake Distribution), Driver side SRS Airbag & Front, 3 point seatbelts & Rear Fog lights. In terms of vehicle security the VXi variant comes with i-CATS integrated keys, five-door central locking and anti-theft alarm.
The new Estilo is available in 8 shades - Superior White, Midnight Black, Silky Silver, Dusky Brown, Ecru Beige, Quantum Orange, Bright Red and Emerald Blue.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo- Space and comfort of a stylish new car !!!

Safety, Security & Comfort
The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo is high on safety, security and comfort. Improved occupant safety in the form of increase in the frontal impact absorbing area, as the distance between steering wheel and front bumper is increased.

The VXi variant comes equipped with front and rear fog lamps, rear wiper and washer. Safety features like Airbag (driver side) and ABS are provided as option in the VXi variant.In terms of vehicle security the VXi variant comes with i-CATS integrated keys, five-door central locking and anti-theft alarm.Rear parcel shelf adds to the passenger convenience and comfort in the VXi variant. Based on customer feedback, the suspension of the new Estilo has been fine tuned to provide improved ride and handling.

Compact and Convenient
The new Suzuki Estilo has got a minimum ground clearance of 165 mm and wheelbase of 2360 mm. The tight turning radius of 4.6 meters makes the Estilo a favored car in tight parking and driving conditions.

Vibrant design, styling and looks
In its refreshed avatar, the new Estilo flaunts expressive, bold frontline looks owing to new swept-back headlamps, dynamic front and rear bumpers, sculpted fog lamp surrounds and a new hood design with crease lines. The rich chrome detailing in the grille and the stylish wheel covers add to the premium feel and the overall appeal of the vehicle. The side door mouldings and ORVM’s have been given a new design to add to the bold looks.


The interiors of the new Estilo have been done up in a posh-looking two-tone beige/chocolate brown complimentary combination, which adds to the refreshing feel inside the vehicle. The seat-covers, embossed with new organically designed geometric patterns heighten the posh looks of the car’s interiors.
The dash-board is in a dual tone chocolate brown and beige combination with new attractive and bright silver accent prominently on the center console, instruments cluster, steering wheel, AC louvers and gear knob. The instrument panel has an all new design speedometer, digital fuel level indicator and multi-function display.

Vivacious new colours
The new Estilo is available in three exciting variants: LX, LXi and VXi in four brand new colours: New Ecru Beige, Emerald Blue, Dusky Brown, and Quantum Orange.
Existing Silky Silver, Superior White, Bright Red and Midnight Black

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya

Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya is India's toughest and most demanding motorsport rally. It is open to both car and bike enthusiasts and for professional as well as amateur motorsport lovers. Not only does Maruti Suzuki produce stylish cars like the Suzuki Estilo or A-Star, but it also gears for the rough-terrains of the world by producing cars with the caliber of Maruti Gypsy and Suzuki Esteem. 

The participants drive through some of the world's highest motorable roads and passes in the Himalayas like Jalori Pass, Rohtang Pass, Kunzum La, Baralacha La, Tanglang La & Khardung La, through the inhospitable terrains in the Lahual and Spiti valleys in the Ladakh region. Most of the drive is through boulders, snow capped peaks, gushing streams and at times, temperature below -20 degree Celsius. On an average, a participant covers a distance of 300 kms every day in this approximately 1800 km and week-long motoring event.

Every year, more and more people are coming for the Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya, many of them from abroad. In 2009, as many as 175+ teams participated in car and bike categories. Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya is the only Indian motorsport event listed on the off-road rallies calendar of FIM (Federation Internationale Motorcyclisme), Geneva, Switzerland. Only 12 international motoring events world-wide are listed in this calendar.
The Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya is held around October, just before the onset of winters in the Himalayan region.

Some Quick Facts about the 11th Maruti Suzuki Raid-De-Himalaya rally  :
*Highest ever participation of 175+ teams
*Total Distance: 1,800 Km;
*Crosses some of the world's highest passes

The 11th Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya runs in these separate versions:
Xtreme: This is the toughest of the lot and is open only to those 4 wheeler drivers who have prior rallying experience and have competed in one of the earlier editions of the Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya or Maruti Suzuki Rally Desert Storm.

Adventure Trial: This version is open to those motor-sports enthusiasts who would like to take on the Himalayas but without the tough competition, difficulty and stress involved in the Xtreme. This section would be open only to stock cars and only certain safety related modifications would be allowed in the competing cars. This is where first timers would fit in.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Estilo set to delight Indian market

Maruti Suzuki India is all set to entice the buyers with the all new variant of Maruti Suzuki Estilo. The automaker has launched this new Maruti Suzuki Estilo with 998-cc K-series engine. Revamped, visually upgraded, comfortable and more stylish, the new version is available in a host of new colour options. This 2010 variant of Maruti Suzuki Estilo is priced between 3.2 lakh to 3.96 lakh (both ex-showroom, Delhi).
The all fresh look of the recently launched Suzuki Estilo is not all that Maruti has to offer. This car also claims a fuel efficiency of 18.2 kpl with its 998-cc K-series engine. This small car from Maruti Suzuki India has passed ARAI test and is BSIV & ELV compliant.

While the new MARUTI SUZUKI Estilo with KB-Series engine comes with an upgraded engine, the other accessories and car parts have been given a new touch. For better visibility during winters, this recently launched car has integrated fog lights both at front and rear of the car. The other added options available with this new model of MARUTI SUZUKI Estilo include washers and wipers at ends, ABS and driver airbag.

Adorning the look of a miniaturized family van, Maruti Suzuki Estilo is truly a Spanish expression of style. With aerodynamic body and unique bean shape, this car is designed to match pace with the changing taste and lifestyle of 'Vibrant India'. Besides the stylish look, this new hatchback also has posh-looking two-tone beige/chocolate brown complimentary combination. This combination has been chosen to put in a touch of newness and refreshing feel to the interiors. Even the seat-covers are embossed with new organically designed geometric patterns. Some of the upgraded interior accessories of the new variant of Maruti Suzuki Estilo are digital fuel display, speedometer and new multi function displays.

A perfect combination of comfort, power and pleasure, the refreshed and new model of Maruti Suzuki Maruti Suzuki Estilo with KB-Series engine has new transmission technology. The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo forms a part of A2 compact segment of Maruti Suzuki cars.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Maruti Suzuki clocks record sales in September 2010

Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India Limited sold a total of 1,08,006 vehicles in September 2010. This includes 12,858 units for export.This is the highest ever total monthly sales by the company. Previous highest was 1,04,971 units in August 2010. The company had sold a total of 83,306 vehicles in September 2009.
September 2010 is also the fourth time that company's monthly sales crossed 1 lakh mark. With these record numbers, the company crossed half a million sales mark in the first six months of a fiscal.

Maruti Suzuki's volume in the domestic market grew by 32.9 per cent. In the A2 segment, sales grew by 31.3 per cent while in A3 segment sales were 43.2 per cent higher, as compared to sales in September 2009. The sales growth in the C segment was 66.6 per cent over September 2009. The sales growth in B segment was 17.7% over September 2009.

This spurt of increase in sales exports can be attributed to the fact that the new breed of revolutionary cars like the Maruti Suzuki Estilo and Suzuki A-Star has added much needed sales driven fuel in its market share.
These cars have style and power, Maruti Suzuki’s reliability and highest levels of customer satisfaction seldom seen in any other company’s cars.

The new series of cars have really bolstered the image and reputation of Maruti Suzuki as they have started focusing on the marketing activities of their brands rather than just the sales part of it.
More important is the fact that their social media strategy has taken an upswing on the social media as well. Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has taken to the web medium aggressively by posting their official pages on Social Networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter. Their official pages on brands such as Maruti Suzuki A-Star (http://www.facebook.com/marutisuzukiastar) and Maruti Suzuki Estilo (http://www.facebook.com/marutisuzukiestilo) are a big hit with the urban youth these days.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Taking a fresh view of life-Maruti Suzuki Estilo

"If you want to truly understand something, try to change it."  ~Kurt Lewin

Imagine walking to a nearby mall instead of driving there. Imagine wearing a pink shirt today instead of the usual colors. Imagine going for a completely different hairstyle than what the socially acceptable hairstyle is. Imagine..Living a fresh life!!

The current theme of Maruti Suzuki-‘Take a fresh view of life’ implies not only the change in way how we think; its also the change in the way we look at things differently. It means, to be modern, stylish, aggressive and living life to the fullest.

Why do we do what we always do? What is it that makes us angry, sad, furious or happy? Is there any way through which we can define our emotions? These are some of the answers we have always wanted to ascertain during some point of our lives.

Living differently means to do things differently. Its doesn’t mean to change your lifestyle completely. It only means to try living the fullest of your lives.

Cooking a dish today, pampering you after a long time, being happy, and going out in the park seeing the sun on your face and birds flying away. It is with this theme in mind that the current sensation-Maruti Suzuki Estilo, has positioned itself. Urban, young and sophisticated; Suzuki Estilo is the perfect car for that perfect rainy day when you want to drive along the misty hills and soak under the beautiful rain drops. Or that sunny day along the highway when you want to just go on the longest drive on the highway.
Powerful, elegant and truly stunning; it’s the perfect getaway car for your loved ones and family members. So, go out and truly enjoy what nature has given us.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo: A fresh driving experience

Maruti Suzuki has recently revamped the Zen Estilo to provide its customers a whole new fresh and a delightful experience. The Zen Estilo provides a class defining experience in terms of comfort and style. The car boasts of its bold styling and aerodynamics looks. The car has dynamic headlights, sculpted fog lamps that add more class to the overall look of the car. The all new Zen Estilo also has body coloured door handles, stylish wheel caps and body side mouldings.

The interiors of the cars have been uniquely designed so as to offer more room and more storage space to the passengers. The car also has advanced foldable rear seats. The illuminated instrument cluster with silver lining is delightful to watch. With its colour coordinated seat fabric, adjustable head rests and remote fuel lid opener, the car provides a rich experience. With electronically adjustable ORVMS, one can also adjust the mirrors from the inside by just the push of a button.

The A-Star comes with all the modern safety features such as ABS, Side Door Beams, High Mount Stop Lamp, Front Wiper (2 speed + intermittent), Back Door Defogger, Steering Lock. The car has minimum turning radius of 4.6m which makes it easy to ride on the city roads. The car provides an amazing fuel efficiency of 18.2 Kmpl. Since the car has high power to weight ratio, the car offers a class defining pickup. All new Zen Estilo also is mounted with electronic power steering which offers better handling.

The Anti-theft security alarm ensures car safety. The Zen Estilo has a KB10 engine which includes an all plastic engine manifold, a smart distributor-less ignition system with dedicated plug top coils and advanced injectors plus an innovative rocker-less DOHC shaft. With the latest technologies being used, the all new Zen Estilo is all set to give a huge to competition to the other cars in the same segment.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

New Maruti Suzuki Estilo- Engine Specifications

The new Maruti Suzuki Estilo is set to stir up competition in the small car space. In its second avatar, after having been around for three years, the new car looks like its making a strong comeback and powering it this time around is the fantastic KB 10 series engine that does duty under the A-Star's hood as well.

The KB 10B petrol engine is a 998cc, 3 cylinder unit that has a high compression ratio of 10:1 and delivers 68PS @ 6200 rpm and a noteworthy torque of 90Nm@3500 rpm. Its peppy nature is more suitable for a young car like the Estilo, which was earlier powered by the 1.1 litre petrol mill that powers the Wagon R. With the inclusion of the KB 10 engine, the Estilo has gone from being an everyday commuter car to a fun hatch that has a younger appeal.

The lightweight aluminium engine boasts of low NVH levels, enhanced fuel efficiency and linear performance throughout the powerband. Salient features of the KB10 engine include an all plastic engine manifold, a smart distributor-less ignition system with dedicated plug top coils and advanced injectors plus an innovative rocker-less DOHC shaft. The engine has been further optimized by using light weight pistons and nutless conrods. All this has lead to the engine having a dry weight of just 47 kilograms.

Mated to the KB 10 series engine is a revised gearbox which not only enhances the driving appeal of the vehicle but functions a lot better than its predecessor. This change is mainly attributed to the replacement of the mechanism that was earlier driven by rods. In the new gearbox, the mechanism uses cables to provide for a smoother and more precise change.