Maruti S-Cross variants and features detailed, comes with 2 diesel engines - Report
Will be available in 8 variants, but no petrol engine offered.
Maruti has unveiled the S-Cross at the media drive program which began today, and have revealed the variants as well as the features offered in each variant. The Hyundai Creta rival will come with a choice between two diesel engines across 8 different variants.
The less-powerful S-Cross 200 DDiS engine packs the 1.3-litre diesel engine, which produces 89 bhp and 200 Nm of torque. This engine will power four variants: 1.3L Sigma, 1.3L Sigma (O), 1.3L Delta, 1.3L Zeta and 1.3L Alpha.
The S-Cross is the first Maruti to feature the 320 DDiS 1.6-litre diesel engine fitted with a variable geometry turbocharger and delivering 118bhp/320Nm of torque.
The new diesel motor will be available in the 1.6L Delta, 1.6L Zeta & 1.6L Alpha variants.
The Maruti S-Cross measures 4,300 mm long, 1,765 mm wide, 1,590 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,600 mm. To tackle Indian road conditions, the ground clearance is rated at 180 mm (unladen). Standard noteworthy features in the two Sigma variants include dual airbags, all-wheel disc brakes with ABS. Below is the best of the features on each variant. The specification sheet, courtesy of Motoroids, has been added below the text.
S-Cross 1.3L Sigma and Sigma(O): Dual airbags, all-wheel disc brakes with ABS in the latter, 4 speakers, body colored door handles, silver skid plates, steel rims and fabric upholstery.
S-Cross 1.3L Delta and 1.6L Delta: Anti theft security system, reverse parking sensor with display, Audio with CD player, steering-mounted controls, Bluetooth connectivity, black roof rails (silver in the 1.6L Delta), full wheel caps and door chrome handles.
S-Cross 1.3L Zeta and 1.6L Zeta: Electric folding ORVMs, Automatic Climate control, rear center armrest, parcel tray, Smartplay infotainment system and push-button start/stop (1.3L only).
S-Cross 1.3L Alpha and 1.6L Alpha: Cruise Control, Rain-sensing wipers, automatic projector headlamps, 16-inch alloy wheels and leather upholstery.
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Following its expected launch by the end of July, the Maruti S-Cross will be sold exclusively at the company's premium NEXA dealerships, alongside the Maruti Ciaz.
Maruti S-Cross - Features & Specifications
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