Maurti Zen Estilo was introduced to replace Maruti Zen. Maruti Zen had served more than 15 years with its jelly bean body and all aluminum 1000 cc engine. With competition in the segment which is most crowded with Maurti's own Wagon R, Hyundai Santro, Tata Indica, and Matiz (which was withdrawn as Daewoo Motors was sold to General Motors). Also this segment has competition on lower end from Maruti Suzuki Alto and on upper end from Hyundai Getz and Maruti's Swift. The replacement Maruti Zen Estilo had nothing in common from its predecessor other than name as Maruti Suzuki India wanted to encash the brand value of Maruti Zen, which was a much loved car. The car is based on Suzuki MR Wagon which was in production in Japan from 2001 to 2006 and power train of Wagon R, which is much powerful than 657 cc engine used in Japan. Even the suspension has been modified to meet Indian road condition. Maruti Zen Estilo was launched in 2006 position between Maruti Suzuki Alto and Maruti Suzuki WagonR.
The car is redesigned tall boy design is available in three petrol versions Lx, Lxi and Vxi. The 1061 cc, 4 cylinder F10D engine 4 valve per cylinder Multi Point Fuel Injection engine with 32 bit computer. It delivers Maximum Power of 64 bhp @ 6200 rpm and Maximum Torque of 84 Nm @ 3500 rpm. Maruti Zen Estilo can clock 60 Kmph in just 6 seconds and 100 Kmph in 16 second, which is even better than WagonR.
It has McPherson Strut with torsion type roll control device in front suspension and rear uses coil spring and gar filled shock absorber linked with three link ride and isolated trailing arm. The stiffened suspension system is good on Indian Road even also on bad roads. Maruti Zen Estilo Lxi and Vxi models come with electronic Power Steering. The top end Vxi also comes with optional safety features like driver side SRS front airbags and Anti Lock Braking System (ABS).
The best thing about Maruti Zen Estilo is its smart, contemporary and elegant design and well crafted interior for the segment. The" Estilo"means style in Spanish and this car is definitely the epitome of style and look. It has drop dead gorgeous look and stunning sleek lines in front. The tail lamp is good design using curves and spaces.
The interior are dual toned beige color are luxurious and plush. The dash board and instrument clutter look good in beige color. The car is comfortable and spacious. Maruti Zen Estilo is more fuel efficient than Wagon R and is also more easy drive in city.
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