Suzuki CKD to roll out Kizashi by end 2010
Maruti Suzuki CKD to roll out Kizashi by end 2010
Suzuki-KizashiThe much-anticipated Suzuki Kizashi, which was unveiled at the Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi, will also be launched in the country by the end of this year, as reported by an automobile magazine. The Kizashi is Suzuki Motor Corporation’s flagship model in the D-segment and is also its sixth World Strategic Model. Kizashi in Japanese means ‘a sign of great things to come’.
According to company sources, “Kizashi is very much on the company’s drawing board. But right now, Maruti is exploring various possibilities as to follow the CKD or CBU route or completely manufacture here. He added, “Chances are highly that it will be assembled here as there are certain critical inputs that cannot be made in India.”
When a dealer based in Delhi was contacted, he also confirmed that that Maruti has intimated them about Kizashi’s launch, tentatively in October this year. He said, “The price bracket of Kizashi will be Rs. 12-14 lakh and it will be the most feature-rich car amongst Maruti’s portfolio. When asked about the engine specifications, he said, “It’s highly likely that it will sport a 2.4 litre all-aluminium engine.”
“The Kizashi is going to be sold in India. I do not think the launch in India is that far in the future,” American Suzuki Motor Corp (Automotive Marketing and Public Relations) Vice-President Gene Brown told PTI on the sidelines of the Chicago Auto Show here. However, Brown did not give any further details about Kizashi in India since he is not in charge of the Indian market. It could also not be ascertained whether the car would be assembled or imported in India.
What Others Say:
“The Kizashi’s six-speed manual transmission, which we highly recommend, shifts lightly and smoothly and is enjoyable to operate.” —- automobilemag.com.
“On the whole, it’s pretty amazing how much Suzuki gets right with the Kizashi. This midsize sedan handles well, rides well and accelerates respectably. It’s also attractive in an unconventional way and has all the features you’d expect in a mainstream car.” — Edmunds InsideLine.com.
“The vehicle offers the common and necessary features, providing a new alternative for drivers looking to stretch every dollar.” — Detroit News.
“Whether it’s the Kizashi or its smaller sibling, the SX4, Suzuki is on an upswing with good-valued, well-designed, efficient cars that more buyers should consider instead of relying only on the most popular brands.”- The Weekly Driver
Facts & Figures: 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Warranty — Bumper to bumper, 3 years/36,000 miles; Powertrain, 7 years/100,000 miles; Corrosion, 3 years/unlimited miles; Roadside assistance, 3 years/36,000 miles.
Safety — Driver and passenger, side, rear, side head and rear head airbags.
Gas mileage (EPA estimates) 22 mpg (city), 29 mgg (hwy).
Price — MSRP: $18,999—$26,749; Invoice: $18,239—$25,679.
source: WheelsUnplugged and Weekly Driver
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