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Sedans may have lost their charm amid growing craze of SUVs in India, but the Dzire from Maruti's stable has managed to hold its ground firmly in the segment. The sedan has remained among the country’s top-selling cars thanks year after year owing to its strong reputation for fuel efficiency, low maintenance costs, comfortable cabin and extensive service network. In April 2026 alone, the Dzire sold 23,580 units, registering a growth of 39% year-on-year. It surpassed several SUVs on the chart, including the Tata Punch, Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and the Hyundai Creta. For the buyers with a budget of Rs 10 lakh, the Dzire is one of the ideal options. If you are planning to bring home this Maruti Suzuki sedan home, here are five important things
you should know.
Modern Yet Familiar Design
The new-generation Maruti Suzuki Dzire looks more mature and premium. It does not have the resemblance with the Swift hatchback anymore. The large hexagonal grille is finished in black and accented with slim horizontal slats. The headlamps are also sleek, and have a smoked-effect. The previous curved stance on the side is now replaced with angular lines, and dual-tone alloy wheels further add to the new look. The sedan's overall look is completed with updated LED taillamps.
Fuel Efficiency Remains A Major Highlight
One of the biggest reasons behind the Dzire’s success is its exceptional mileage figures. The petrol version offers an ARAI-claimed fuel efficiency of over 24km/l, while the CNG variant delivers more than 33km/kg. These numbers make it one of the most fuel-efficient sedans currently on sale in India. With fuel prices continuing to fluctuate, the Dzire remains a practical choice for buyers looking to reduce running costs.
Feature List Covers Most Essentials
Maruti Suzuki has equipped the Dzire with a plenty of modern amenities that help it offer both comfort and convenience. Depending on the variant, the Maruti sedan offers touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control, automatic climate control, rear AC vents, wireless charging and a multi-function steering wheel. The cabin also feels more premium now with revised upholstery and a cleaner dashboard layout.
Strong Focus On Safety
The Dzire has improved significantly in the area of safety. It now comes equipped with six airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold assist, ABS with EBD and rear parking sensors as standard across variants. The improved structural strength and enhanced safety equipment has helped it to emerge as the first Maruti car in India to bear to get a full stars on safety from Global NCAP.
New Engine And Competitive Pricing
The new Dzire uses the same a 1.2-litre Z-Series petrol engine that does duty on the new-gen Swift. The unit can paired with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or an AMT automatic, and is also offered with CNG. The engine focuses more on smoothness and efficiency rather than outright performance, which makes it ideal for daily and occasional driving purposes.
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Maruti Suzuki offers the Dzire at a competitive price starting at Rs 6.26 lakh. The top-spec model is priced at Rs 9.31 lakh. Both are ex-showroom figures.
