मारुति सुज़ुकी रिट्ज़ यूज़र रिव्यूज़

I started my hatchback diesel search 6 months back (in the mid of 2012). At that time I finalised Ritz Vdi. (The price was around 6.5 Lakhs). I like Ritz due to it's famous diesel engine and tall boy design. Ruled out other cars at that time because of the following reasons
1. Figo - Heard little ground clearance issue and mileage slightly low (still it's a VFM), Little expensive on maintenanace compared to Maruti
2. Liva - Exteriors and interiors look bit cheaper making a feel not safe. Live diesel variant is not upgraded with good interiors like Diesel version. Company may not concentrate on diesel variant. Even some features like 60:40 split seat and alloy wheels missing from top variant

But now after Ritz facelift launched it costs 6.95 Lakhs. Touched almost 7 Lakhs and made me to re-consider my decision. Fuel efficiency is increased, backseat got lumbar support and Steering adjustment added. Following are the negatives I felt
1. Price is high without having inbuilt music system and optional ABS safety feature even in mid variant
2. The pathetic thing is even the body colored handle and OVRM also turned into Black for new Vdi.
3. The great Maruti is still not giving even corporate discount or any other discount even i asked many times.
4. The rear seat leg room is not better compared to Liva, Punto etc.

Then in my mind currently Punto, Liva and newly launched Sail came for consideration.
Punto absolutely is a perfect package of features and brilliant design. Even a very safe vehicle (Euro NCAP 5 rating). But marketing and maintenance not good.
Liva as said earlier it's a practical vehicle for India considering mileage and T badge, but not the current available variant due to poor exterior and interior (build quality)
Sail - The only car not test driven yet but seems to be pleasing since we can believe in Chevrolet and the space, mileage, features and it's success in China make me to think. Once finalised will inform more. 

Areas of improvement If Maruti re-considers pricing by understanding global players competition, and to match the features & quality then only they can continue doing well. Otherwise they are going to lose the league soon!

1. Maruti A.S.S 2. Proven Engine 3. Tall boy design 4. Fuel efficiency1. Features (ABS+Music system missing on mid variant) 2. Space in rear seat

Exterior Looks good on the front part and a spiler at the rear would make it look better.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Awesome dual tone interiors with good space and the seats are very comfortable.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Very smooth engine and the gearbox is like moving on butter. below 100km/hr I wonder if it is a petrol car.22-24.5 on highways. If driven below 100km/hr the mileage is 23 and above but if driven above 120-130km/hr the mileage drops to 21-20km/l. 16-19 in city. Very good pickup,you can trust on it in crucial times of overtakes and emergancy.

Ride Quality & Handling Handling is very good,road grip and view is awesome coz of the height.smooth on roads and no tension of bumping into some pit as the ground clearance is good.

Final Words Just buy it. HONESTLY speaking,i have driven my ritz vdi for about 2.39lk km for 6 years now and have changed the clutch wire 3 times and the brake and accelerator wires once.with regular service and good maintainance this car can be your best friend for life.
Don't go for swift or figo, Ritz is the best in class car. Don't worry about the rear shape just put a spoiler for 3k and it looks better than others.

Areas of improvement A/C needs to improve a bit.

Everything except the rear designNothing much to be noted

I loved that car I drive that car above 1 lakh km and long route also 4500 km non stop in 3 days in low cost it's a great car and low cost service also it's a value of money car I loved that car

I would have never bought a Ritz, if I hadn't driven it to test. The reluctance was mnostly for the look of the rear side. But once I was under the wheel I was thoroughly conviced that I would own one. The easiness to get in and get out, the comfortably positioned and ergonomically designed seating etc. offer a cool experioence.

The drivability of the car is great. Its a your close crony  both on the city roads and on the highways. The diesel engine by FIAT is awsome (It's now called as the national engine of India!) Almost every Maruti diesel cars use the same engine. I gert a satisfying milage of 22 + on highways. The pick up is amazing especially once the turbo is unleashed.

The sturdiness of the car is worth mentioning. Combined with the aerodynamic body it helps to hug on the road in higher speeds. (Specs show that it is heavier than Swift).

Now the, looks, yes, initially it was heavily criticised for the look of the rear. In fact it is a more  advanced design than Swift. (In Europe the car is named Splash). Indian psyche always accepts things slowly, that's why during launching the acceptance of the car was not that good.

And the negatives: Boot space is a limting factor (though the split seat offers a relief). Even if the steering is EPS, it is not that smooth.

To conclude, a good car offers driving pleasure, comfortable commuting and great value for money.

Performance, Comfort, EconomyLess boot space

Exterior Good Aerodynamic shap.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Good.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Engine Performance is Good. Fuel economy is Great. I have got 20 Km Per litter millage even at the speed of 120 - 130 km per hour with Ac on. I had gone to Mumbai to Ahmedabad in Feb 2016. I had fulled my car tank with 32 litter disel @1600 rupees and when i had checked my trip meter after reaching to Ahmedabad it was 647 km completed.

Ride Quality & Handling Great. You will feel much controlled while driving on the highways. It will not loose controls while drinving at the corners of the road.

Final Words Great Car to buy who love to drive car which given Good pick up and millage. It is realy highway cruser.

Areas of improvement Company fitted reverse parking camera in ZDI variants, Music systems with Blue tooth connectivity and navigation system in top end variants or as optional basis with as per customer demand.

BEST MILLAGE AND DRIVEABILITYTURBO LAG BELOW 2000 RPM

Exterior It is okay-okay. I am not interested in Exterior appearance. 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Initially I was not aware about comfort and safty. Later I realised that it hsd a key-role in my rides. Anyway I trapped. No air-bag. No ABS. For indian roads it is needed. No motor adjustment raer view mirrors. I am so happy with the style of gear and rp meter. Need some more boot-space for back seats.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Very good in engine performance. With 3rd gear I can easily ramp up. There is no delay. Good in mileage. 

Ride Quality & Handling Without abs and airbag I am not confident to cross the 100 Kmph. According to it's engine performance, makers should add these features.

Final Words If you interested in Long rides, please don't. Because comfortness and safty are important factor.

Areas of improvement Need to improve the comfort and safty. Add the Air-bag and ABS features in all models.

Good fuel economyComfort

awesome i purchased from ludhiana sandhu motors 2009 sept awesome comfortable seats .....power is awesome as comparitive to 2009 cars Still i m using ritz vdi 2009 looks r good compact nd car has good space performance is good i have driven it 1.5 lakhs km ....nt spent any extra money on maintaince ...i have only spent on its service Pros r spacious good ground clearance feels like mini suv in 5 seater range ...Cons lack of features Nd Power as comparitive to 2018 safety is less no air bags ...Bt i m satisfied vd car

1)Bought the used car it was 2 year old from first purchase 2) riding experience is smooth , comfortable in traffic , city areas 3) small and compact , steels its looks from swift 4)twice a year maintenance that to budget friendly 5)pro:small comfortable , sufficient boot space Con:more power could be better

Value for money, a perfect ride, and strong grip on the road Look great as the first vehicle designed with aerodynamics. Performance is superb as with a core power of riding this car. When the RPM reaches 2000 then its actually gets a push of turbo. Low maintenance cost. Only Cons is the type specification that comes with the vehicle. It should come with 185/65 R15.