Experience the New Dzire: A Feature-Loaded and Safe Sedan
The latest version of the Dzire sedan is here, offering a refreshed design, enhanced safety, and a host of new features for 2024. This top-of-the-line model is designed to be a leader in its segment, combining advanced technology with robust safety.
Unmatched Safety for Peace of Mind
The new Dzire has received a 5-star safety rating in crash tests, making it one of the safest sedans available. It includes first-in-segment safety features to protect all occupants. Six airbags are now standard across all variants, even from the base model, providing comprehensive protection. Additional safety features include ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, a speed alert system, seatbelt warnings, an engine immobilizer, a crash sensor, and ESP (traction control).
Sleek and Modern Exterior Design
The front profile of the Dzire now boasts a large, distinctive grille that gives it a premium look, drawing comparisons to luxury cars. It features full LED headlights with four low beam and two high beam lights, along with integrated LED DRLs for improved visibility and style. LED fog lamps are also included. The car offers a ground clearance of 163mm.
From the side, the Dzire showcases 15-inch alloy wheels. It comes with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The tire profile is 185/65 R15. Body-colored door mirrors include integrated turn indicators, and a 360-degree camera system is available, with camera placements on the side. The smart key includes lock, unlock, and a new button for boot unlock. Request sensors are present on both the driver and co-driver doors.
The rear features stylish LED tail lights and a chrome accent strip that looks impressive. A reverse parking camera and four reverse parking sensors are integrated into the body-colored bumper. An integrated spoiler, high-mounted stop lamp, and a shark-fin antenna complete the rear design.
In terms of dimensions, the Dzire has a length of 3995mm, a width of 1735mm, and a height of 1525mm. The wheelbase measures 2450mm.
Spacious and Feature-Rich Interior
Inside, the Dzire offers a dual-tone dashboard and comfortable fabric seats. The driver’s seat comes with height adjustment and recline options. The interior space is notably generous, with claims that three people can comfortably sit in the rear row, thanks to more space than other cars in its segment. Rear passengers also benefit from two adjustable headrests and an armrest with two cup holders. Three-point seatbelts and child seat mounts are also provided.
A standout feature is the first-in-segment sunroof, adding a premium feel to the cabin. The dashboard features a large 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. This system also displays a 360-degree camera view.
Other interior comforts include automatic climate control, a wireless charging pad, and multiple USB ports (Type A and Type C) along with a 12V charging outlet. The instrument cluster combines analog meters for speed and RPM with a multi-information display (MID) showing trip details, average mileage, range, and other vehicle data. The leather-wrapped steering wheel is tilt-adjustable and includes controls for audio, calls, and cruise control.
The boot space is a generous 382 liters, complete with a boot light. The spare tire is a 14-inch steel rim.
Powerful and Efficient Engine Performance
The new Dzire is powered by a Z-series 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder petrol engine. This engine delivers 88 BHP of power and 111 Nm of torque. It is available with both manual and AGS automatic transmissions.
The automatic transmission boasts an impressive claimed mileage of up to 25 kilometers per liter (Kmpl), while the manual version offers over 24 Kmpl. The fuel tank capacity is 37 liters. The car comes with a warranty of 3 years or 1 lakh kilometers.
Variants and Pricing Overview
The Dzire is available in several variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+. The starting price for the base LXi variant is approximately ₹6,79,000 ex-showroom.
For the top-model ZXi+ with the AGS automatic transmission, the ex-showroom price is around ₹11,04,000. On-road prices for this variant, in a specific region like Lucknow, would be approximately ₹11,74,000. If you choose the ZXi+ manual transmission, the ex-showroom price is about ₹9,69,000, with on-road prices around ₹10,93,000 for the same region.
Conclusion
With its significant upgrades in safety, features, and design, the new Dzire stands out as a compelling option in the sedan segment. It offers a perfect balance of comfort, advanced technology, and excellent fuel efficiency, making it an ideal choice for a variety of drivers.
