MARUTI SUZUKI LAUNCH NEW CAR

The Maruti Ciaz, its maker believes, has what it takes to upset the likes of the new Honda
City. We drive it to find out if it lives up to the hype The new Maruti Ciaz is a big deal. Is it revolutionary, unique or even game changing? Maybe
not so much in the segment it operates in wherein you already have the likes of the new
Honda City and the Hyundai Verna but for Maruti Suzuki, the Ciaz is all this and more... Here's
why?
Now, this isn't a new segment for Maruti; it has had the SX4 in the past. But, even with its
large wheels and ground clearance, roomy interior and a big boot, the SX4 struggled. The
reason: perception. No one wanted a full-fledged C-Segment car from a maker of small,
affordable hatchbacks and compact sedans. But now with the Maruti Ciaz, Maruti finally has a
product to draw you and me away from the Honda Citys and Hyundai Vernas of the world. This
should be interesting. This perception change can only happen with upmarket, elegant exterior styling. The good
news for Maruti fans is, the Ciaz most certainly looks like an expensive car. The large head
lamps, the in-your-face chrome grille and the stylised bumper give the Maruti Ciaz an air of
richness. The profile dominated by the strong shoulder line that runs from the front fender all
the way into the tail lamp along with those nice looking 16 inch wheels lend the Maruti Ciaz
an elegant but youthful stance. The blacked out B-pillar helps, as does the stretched feel for
the panels. At the rear, the tail lamps are clearly inspired by the new Honda City, but the Maruti still
manages to look more rounded. The rear bumper, like the one at the front, is well styled and
lends the Ciaz a hint of aggression. The chrome strip on the boot lid further enhances the
sedan's appeal.