2017 Maruti Suzuki S-Cross launched at Rs 8.49 lakhs

After a long wait, Maruti Suzuki has announced prices for the new S-Cross which starts at Rs 8.49 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). The new model is available in four variants – Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha. Maruti has also introduced it in 5 colour options - nexa blue, pearl arctic white, caffeine brown, premium silver and granite grey. Along with fresh cosmetic upgrades, the vehicle also gets Smart Hybrid technology.

Under the hood, the new Maruti Suzuki S-Cross is powered by a 1.3-litre DDiS 200 with Smart Hybrid technology to generate 90bhp of power and 200Nm of torque. The engine is limited to a five-speed manual transmission. This time around, the Indian car manufacturer has included new features like idle-stop start, torque assist, brake energy regeneration system and a gearshift indicator. The older 1.6-litre diesel engine is not available with the new model.

As for the interiors, the new model will get a satin chrome accent finish, a soft touch dashboard and well-coordinated seat fabric designs. The new model gets a piano black central panel and leather finish arm-rest for that premium feel. The company will also offer an intuitive touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in the upcoming new model. The exterior features sharp LED projector headlamps which are housed neatly with the daylight running lamps (DRLs). The vehicle gets chrome on the grille with vertical stacks, while the rear gets redesigned LED tail lamps. The sculpted hood design gives it an upright masculine stance.

The new S-Cross variants are priced (ex-showroom, Delhi) as follows –
Sigma – Rs 8.49 lakhs
Delta – Rs 9.39 lakhs
Zeta – Rs 9.98 lakhs
Alpha – Rs 11.29 lakhs