The 2018
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
facelift has been finally introduced in the country with comprehensive
cosmetic changes, new features, and a new engine as well. Priced between
₹ 8.19 lakh and ₹ 10.97 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the sedan
retains its value quotient, while offering a whole lot more in the
latest avatar. In fact, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz was a game-changing model
for the automaker and has turned out to be one of the most selling
offerings in the compact sedan segment. The company has sold over 2.2
lakh units since its launch in 2014 and with the facelift, Maruti aims
to improve sales of the Ciaz even further. Here are the key features you
need to know about the 2018 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz facelift.
Bolder Styling
One of the biggest highlights of the 2018 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is the
new and bolder styling. The bland chrome-induced front has made way for a
wider and black meshed redesigned grille. The headlight design has been
revised as well to match the grille, and now comes with LED daytime
running lights. Also new is the bumper design with larger air intakes
and new fog lamp enclosures with LED fog lamps. At the side, the 16-inch
precision-cut alloy wheels in the dual-tone Metallic Pebble Grey finish
are new, while the rear gets minimal changes barring the new LED
combination taillights and mildly revised bumper that gets a subtle
chrome garnish.
New Interior Features
Inside, Maruti Suzuki has retained the same layout on the 2018 Ciaz
facelift but the cabin now comes with a Birch blonde wood grain accents
with a low-gloss finish. The cabin continues to get the beige and black
colour scheme, while there are satin highlights on the dashboard and
door trims. Maruti Suzuki has also incorporated a few handy features
including the Eco illumination in speedometer which dynamically changes
the colour based on the driving pattern. There's a new 4.2-inch coloured
MID unit as well. The touchscreen infotainment display continues to
handle all the audio, navigation and connectivity duties on the model.
New Powertrain
The biggest change on the 2018 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz facelift is the new
1.5-litre K-Series petrol engine. The new motor replaces the 1.4-litre
unit that was seen on the predecessor and gets improved figures. The new
engine makes 13 per cent more power with 103 bhp available at 6000 rpm,
while peak torque out has gone up to 138 Nm at 4400 rpm. The motor
comes paired with a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The new engine also comes with the automaker's Smart Hybrid by Suzuki
(SHVS) technology for improved efficiency and lower emission norms. As a
result, the 2018 Ciaz facelift is more fuel efficient despite the
bigger engine and returns an ARAI certified figure of 21.56 kmpl,
despite the bigger engine.
The 1.3-litre DDiS diesel engine with 89 bhp and 200 Nm of peak
torque, continues to be on offer with the 5-speed manual transmission.
The ARAI fuel efficiency figure remains unchanged too at 28.09 kmpl.
Improved Safety
The
new Maruti Suzuki Ciaz offers improved levels of safety with the
addition of Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Hill Hold function as
standard on the petrol AT version. The co-passenger seatbelt reminder,
speed alert system and reverse parking sensors are standard now across
the range. The features are in addition to dual airbags, ABS with EBD
and brake assist that are already offered on the sedan.
