Based on Suzuki’s Future S Concept showcased at the Auto Expo 2018, the upcoming Maruti S-Presso is one of the most anticipated hatchbacks in its segment that will compete in the Indian market with the likes of Renault Kwid. The entry-level hatchback will officially launch in India next week on September 30 while its key specifications and exterior design photos have recently surfaced online ahead of its launch.
The customers will be able to avail the Maruti S-Presso in four variants namely Standard, LXi, VXi, and VXi+ which can be further divided into 9 different trims based on the gearbox as well as other equipment. Here is the complete list of variants of the upcoming hatchback.
Maruti S-Presso Variants
- S-Presso STD (O)
- S-Presso LXi
- S-Presso LXi (O)
- S-Presso VXi
- S-Presso VXi AGS
- S-Presso VXi+
- S-Presso VXi+ AGS
- S-Presso VXi (O)
- S-Presso VXi (O) AGS
The upcoming entry-level Maruti Suzuki car will co-exist with the most selling Alto K10 hatchback from the brand. With a boxy silhouette, the S-Presso features a Maruti Jimny-inspired front grille mated to large headlamps. The dual-tone bumpers add to its unique appeal while the hatchback features plastic cladding at the lower half.
Based on the HEARTECT platform, the S-Presso’s BS6-compliant 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine is capable of generating a maximum power figure of 68 HP and 90 Nm of peak torque. The engine will be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox while the customers can avail the car with a 5-speed AMT gearbox as well.
The hatchback measures 3565mm in length, 1520mm in width while the height will vary between 1549mm to 1564mm depending on the variant. The brand is likely to offer a practical cabin with the S-Presso in addition to offering an easy-to-use centre console probably equipped a 7-inch SmartPlay touchscreen infotainment system. Once launched in India, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is expected to get a starting price tag of around INR 3.50 lakhs (ex-showroom).
S-Presso Key Specifications
- Length – 3565 mm
- Width – 1520mm
- Height – 1549mm/1564mm
- Wheelbase – 2380mm
- Ground Clearance – 180mm
- Fuel tank – 27 litres
- Tyres – 165/70 R14
- Engine Type – Petrol
- No. of Cylinders – 3
- Displacement – 1.0 litre
- Max. Power – 68 HP
- Max. Torque – 90 Nm
- Gearbox – 5-speed MT & AMT
- Emission Standard – BS6