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Maruti Ritz Mileage | Exchange Offer

2009-06-25T10:51:00.001+05:30

Maruti Ritz Mileage

The Maruti Ritz is a utilitarian vehcile. While its contemporary, home production Swift gives a mileage of 12-13kmpl for Petrol version, the Ritz Maruti Mileage for Petrol an Diesel Models is said to be as given below as per Maruti Suzuki and certified by ARAI:

Maruti Ritz Petrol Mileage: 17.7km/l
Maruti Ritz Diesel Mileage: 21.0km/l

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Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price

2009-06-24T22:12:00.001+05:30

With the Ritz, Maruti looks at capturing a bigger share of the Car Market in India. Within the span of 12 months, Maruti Ritz is the fifth new car Launch of Maruti Suzuki after SX4, Swift, Swift DZire and A-Star. Ritz Maruti is aimed at the young families living specifically in urban areas where space is expensive.

The six variants of the Maruti Ritz are said to be priced starting from 4 lakhs to 5.5 Lakhs for the premium diesel Model.The lower range Ritz Maruti will compete against WagonR, Santro and other similarly priced hatchbacks and the higher end Ritz will be in direct competition of Maruti's own production, Swift.

Available in 10 colours, the Maruti Ritz in Splash Green and Lagoon Turquoise 2 are said to be slightly more expensive than the other colours.

Looking at the head height, roominess and features of the car and Engine Performance, the Maruti Ritz can be called a value for money car!

The Ex-Showroom price of Maruti Ritz in India is given as below. You can calculate the On-Road Price of Maruti Ritz based on this price.

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Ahmedabad

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.475981.15
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.529205.60
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.510780.70
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.455804.04
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.430362.64
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.399338.35
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.493875.19

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Bangalore

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.463970.47
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.516005.20
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.493903.73
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.443701.89
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.418683.43
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.388367.88
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.480417.08

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Chandigarh

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.468258.71
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.520449.97
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.502347.54
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.448667.90
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.423624.12
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.393233.19
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.485877.59

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Chennai

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.461704.15
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.513626.21
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.495607.92
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.441137.63
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.416119.17
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.385921.15
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.478020.88

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Delhi

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.464999.93
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.516999.93
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.498999.93
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.444999.93
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.419999.92
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.389999.93
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.479999.92

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Hyderabad

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.464613.20
RITZ VDI (ABS) BSIV Rs.516647.92
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.498629.47
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BSIV Rs.444497.51
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.419479.05
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.389163.50
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.481212.71

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Kolkata

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.465686.87
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.517721.61
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.499703.14
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.445590.84
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.420572.37
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.390256.83
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.482306.03

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Lucknow

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.474146.69
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.526848.62
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.508565.16
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.454348.72
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.429054.51
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.398370.92
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.491919.26

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Mumbai

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.480753.58
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.534579.30
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.515634.89
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.463036.80
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.437054.81
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.405871.83
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.502643.50

Maruti Ritz Ex-Showroom Price Pune

RITZ LDI BS IV Rs.467811.24
RITZ VDI (ABS) BS IV Rs.520180.03
RITZ VDI BS IV Rs.501759.35
RITZ VXI ( ABS) BS IV Rs.450615.37
RITZ VXI BS IV Rs.425351.66
RITZ LXI BS IV Rs.394999.65
RITZ ZXI BS IV Rs.489158.25

Maruti plans competitor for tata Nano

2009-06-23T08:38:00.001+05:30

Tata has taken the lion’s share of the headlines with regards to the Indian car industry, but Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) is being equally aggressive in its bid to get more domestic consumers off bikes and into cars. Plans are afoot for a locally made compact car as well as ambitious eco-friendly proposals.

MSIL has plans to launch a compact car, much like the Tata Nano and entirely produced in India by 2011. However, despite ambitions for an Indian-designed platform, the car will, for the time being, be built from one of three Japanese-sourced platforms already being used by the company’s Indian factories.

The platform will either be the Wagon R-Zen Estilo, the Alto-M800 or the Swift-Ritz. The Swift Dzire, a sedan version of the successful Swift hatchback, has already proved popular in India. Using an existing Japanese platform should prove to be a more cost-effective means of producing the car rather than designing a new platform from scratch in India, as the cost of creating this makes up a substantial part of any new car’s initial production costs.

It is also hoped that by 2011, an Indian-designed platform will be a reality.

MSIL started planning the compact last year and aims to employ 1,000 engineers by 2010, most of whom will work on the project. The company remains tight-lipped about the price and market positioning of the new car as the size, power and design were yet to be finalised.

As well as the compact car, which presumably will be a competitor to the Tata Nano, MSIL also has plans to develop new, more environmentally sound cars over the next three to five years. The MSIL engineers are working on hybrid-electric and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles and hope to incorporate these options into three or four Indian-made models, which have yet to be confirmed.

At present, MSIL offers LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) versions of the Maruti 800 and the WagonR, which are two popular hatchbacks, as well as the Omni van.

“Our initiatives for non-conventional clean fuel will take a step further in the coming times with factory-fitted CNG options on several models,” says Shinzo Nakanishi, the company’s managing director and CEO. He also announced this month that the new green technology is earmarked especially for the Indian market. MSIL’s Japanese research and development unit will be keeping Indian mileage and price parameters in mind while working on the project.

As well as plans for green technology in cars, Nakanishi says that, by 2010, all MSIL vehicles will meet European end-of-life standards. This directive was adopted by the European Commission in 2000 and provides requirements for the recycling of all suitable vehicle components and materials.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz: Stylish & Spacious Passenger Car

2009-06-14T17:53:00.000+05:30

India's number one car maker Maruti Suzuki India Limited unveiled the much-awaited Ritz. The car is available in both, petrol and diesel engine options.

With the Ritz - a Superior stance hatchback positioned at the premium-end of the compact car
market - Maruti Suzuki consolidates its leadership in the highly competitive compact car segment. The Ritz comes with the BS-IV and OBD-I compliance much ahead of the regulation being enforced in the country.

The company commands the largest market share of 58 per cent in the compact car (A2) segment. The Ritz has been specifically designed for India. Maruti Suzuki engineers worked with the Suzuki design team in Japan to co-design the car and carry out India-specific changes.

The heart of the Ritz is the brand new 1.2 Litre K12M Petrol engine and the 1.3 DDiS Diesel power plant, each offering optimum performance and fuel efficiency. Alongside this, the transmission system has been optimized for the Ritz to match Indian driving habits. With this the Ritz offers the best-in-class combination of fuel efficiency and drivability.

A car for everyone

With its overall length of 3.7 metres height of 1.6 metres and a width of 1.7 metres, the Ritz offers a comfortable roomy cabin with ample legroom for 5 adults. Despite its large frame, the Ritz has a tight turning radius of 4.7 meters.

The Ritz comes in an array of eight vibrant colours including 5 new ones.

The suspension of the vehicle with a high ground clearance of 170 mm has been tuned for Indian road conditions, and provides excellent handling and ride comfort. The rear wheel housing has been modified to accommodate the bigger and wider tyres used only in Ritz.

The customer will find a fine balance between Emotion and Functionality in the Ritz. Being a car meant for the family, the rear seat has been designed for comfortable seating of three passengers. The seat profile has been modified for better comfort and to add to overall interior synergy.

As a first in the industry, two sets of dual-tone instrument panels that blend with the body colours are offered in the ZXi version.

Click here for Maruti Ritz LXi specification and VDi specification

Maruti Suzuki Ritz: Superior Technology all the way

In Ritz, Maruti Suzuki brings innovative technologies for benefit of customers and the society.

Ritz is the first passenger car in India to be tested and verified for EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility) compliance. EMC standards are prevalent in European countries and Maruti Suzuki as the market leader has adopted them proactively.

The Ritz is ELV compliant (no use of ecologically harmful substances such as chromium, cadmium, mercury, etc). ELV (End of Life Vehicle) norms are prevalent in Europe for ensuring recyclability of material but are yet to be enforced in India.

In line with the Government of India's intention to introduce ethanol blended fuel, Maruti Suzuki has made design modifications to make Ritz E10 compliant.

The Ritz comes with Drive-by-wire technology in both petrol and diesel variants. This along with the 32-bit Engine Management system provides faster signal processing and quick response.

Maruti Ritz LDi specification

2009-06-14T11:23:00.001+05:30

Maruthi Ritz LDi
VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	Ritz
Model:	LDi
Car Body Type:	Hatchback
Segment:	B+ Segment
Top Speed:	185
Warranty:	NA
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1248cc, 4 Cyl, Multijet, DDiS
Engine Type:	Diesel
Maximum Power:	74 Bhp @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	190 Nm @ 2000 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length:	3715 mm
Width:	1680 mm
Height:	1620 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Seating Capacity:	5
Tyre Size:	165/80 R14
Suspension:	MacPherson strut, Torsion beam & coil spring
Turning Circle:	4.70 mtrs.
Boot Space:	205.00 ltrs.
Steering:	Power
Brakes:	Front Disk, Rear Drum
Gears:	5 Manual
Ground Clearance:	170.00 mm
Kerb Weight:	1100.00 kgs.
Fuel Tank:	43
Body Color Bumpers:	TRUE
Tachometer:	FALSE
Alloys:	FALSE
ORVM Indicator:	FALSE
Xenon Headlamps:	FALSE
Trip Meter:	2
Headlamp Washer:	FALSE
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE AC:	AC without Climate Control
Power Windows:	FALSE
Central Locking:	None
Remote Boot:	TRUE
Remote Fuel Filler:	TRUE
Rear Wiper:	FALSE
Rear Defogger:	FALSE
Rear Armrest:	FALSE
Streeing Adjustment(Rake/Reach):	True/False
Driver Seat Adjustment:	Manual
Music System:	No
Leather Seats:	FALSE
Door Mirror:	Both Side Manual
Tinted Glass:	TRUE
Rear AC Vent:	FALSE
Folding Rear Seats:	FALSE
Sun Roof:	FALSE
Buttons/Controls on Steering:	FALSE
Auto Viper:	FALSE
Auto Headlamp:	FALSE
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Airbag:	2
Parking Sensors:	FALSE
Fog Lamp:	FALSE
Traction Control:	FALSE
EBD:	FALSE
ABS:	FALSE
ESP:	FALSE
Rear Seat Belts:	2

Available Colors of New Maruti Ritz is

2009-05-22T18:04:00.010+05:30

There are various colors of maruti ritz. Color of Maruti Ritz in india are 8 colors. there are following

Superior white Color of Maruti Ritz

Silky silver Color of Maruti Ritz

Bakers Chocolate Color of maruti ritz

Glistening Grey Color of maruti ritz

Racing Green Color of maruti ritz

Fire Brick Red Color of maruti ritz

Blue Blaze Color of maruti ritz

Midnight Black Color of maruti ritz

Maruti Ritz ZXi specification

2009-05-22T17:44:00.002+05:30

Maruthi Ritz ZXi
VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	Ritz
Model:	ZXi
Car Body Type:	Hatchback
Segment:	B+ Segment
Top Speed:	170
Warranty:	NA
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1197cc, 4 Cyl, K12M
Engine Type:	Petrol
Maximum Power:	84 Bhp @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	115 Nm @ 4500 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length:	3715 mm
Width:	1680 mm
Height:	1620 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Seating Capacity:	5
Tyre Size:	185/80 R14
Suspension:	MacPherson strut, coil spring, Torsion Beam
Turning Circle:	4.70 mtrs.
Boot Space:	205.00 ltrs.
Steering:	Tilt
Brakes:	Front Ventilated, Rear Disk
Gears:	5 Manual
Ground Clearance:	170.00 mm
Kerb Weight:	1030.00 kgs.
Fuel Tank:	43
Body Color Bumpers:	TRUE
Tachometer:	TRUE
Alloys:	TRUE
ORVM Indicator:	FALSE
Xenon Headlamps:	FALSE
Trip Meter:	2
Headlamp Washer:	FALSE
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
AC:	AC with Climate Control
Power Windows:	TRUE
Central Locking:	Remote
Remote Boot:	TRUE
Remote Fuel Filler:	TRUE
Rear Wiper:	TRUE
Rear Defogger:	TRUE
Rear Armrest:	FALSE
Streeing Adjustment (Rake/Reach):	True/False
Driver Seat Adjustment:	Manual
Music System:	MP3/FM Player with 4 Speakers
Leather Seats:	FALSE
Door Mirror:	Both Side Electric
Tinted Glass:	TRUE
Rear AC Vent:	FALSE
Folding Rear Seats:	TRUE
Sun Roof:	FALSE
Buttons/Controls on Steering:	TRUE
Auto Viper:	FALSE
Auto Headlamp:	FALSE
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Airbag:	2
Parking Sensors:	FALSE
Fog Lamp:	TRUE
Traction Control:	FALSE
EBD:	TRUE
ABS:	TRUE
ESP:	FALSE
Rear Seat Belts:	2

Maruti Ritz LXi specification

2009-05-20T17:14:00.001+05:30

Maruthi Ritz LXi Specifications
VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	Ritz
Model:	LXi
Car Body Type:	Hatchback
Segment:	B+ Segment
Top Speed:	175
Warranty:	NA
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1197cc, 4 Cyl, K12M
Engine Type:	Petrol
Maximum Power:	84 Bhp @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	113 Nm @ 4500 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length:	3715 mm
Width:	1680 mm
Height:	1620 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Seating Capacity:	5
Tyre Size:	165/80 R14
Suspension:	MacPherson strut, coil spring, Torsion Beam
Turning Circle:	4.70 mtrs.
Boot Space:	1150.00 ltrs.
Steering:	Power
Brakes:	Front Ventilated, Rear Disk
Gears:	5 Manual
Ground Clearance:	145.00 mm
Kerb Weight:	1005.00 kgs.
Fuel Tank:	43
Body Color Bumpers:	TRUE
Tachometer:	FALSE
Alloys:	FALSE
ORVM Indicator:	FALSE
Xenon Headlamps:	FALSE
Trip Meter:	2
Headlamp Washer:	FALSE
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
AC:	AC without Climate Control
Power Windows:	FALSE
Central Locking:	None
Remote Boot:	TRUE
Remote Fuel Filler:	TRUE
Rear Wiper:	FALSE
Rear Defogger:	FALSE
Rear Armrest:	FALSE
Streeing Adjustment(Rake/Reach):	True/False
Driver Seat Adjustment:	Manual
Music System:	No
Leather Seats:	FALSE
Door Mirror:	Both Side Manual
Tinted Glass:	TRUE
Rear AC Vent:	FALSE
Folding Rear Seats:	TRUE
Sun Roof: Buttons/Controls	FALSE
on Steering:	FALSE
Auto Viper:	FALSE
Auto Headlamp:	FALSE
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Airbag:	FALSE
Parking Sensors:	FALSE
Fog Lamp:	FALSE
Traction Control:	FALSE
EBD:	FALSE
ABS:	FALSE
ESP:	FALSE
Rear Seat Belts:	3

Maruthi Ritz VDi Performance Specifications

2009-05-19T09:17:00.000+05:30

Maruti Ritz VDi Engine
Engine Type	In-Line Engine
Engine Description	1.3L 75bhp DDiS engine w/ Common Rail multi injection technology
Engine Displacement(cc)	1248
No. of Cylinders	4
Maximum Power	75 PS @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque	190 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Turbo Charger	Yes
Super Charger	No
Maruti Ritz VDi Transmission
Transmission Type	Manual
Gear box	5-Speed
Drive Type	FWD
Maruti Ritz VDi Suspension System
Front Suspension	McPherson strut & coil spring
Rear Suspension	Torsion beam & coil spring
Maruti Ritz VDi Steering
Steering Type	Power
Steering Column	Collapsible
Steering Gear Type	Electronic Assisted Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (wheel base)	4.7 m
Maruti Ritz VDi Brake System
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum
Maruti Ritz VDi Performance
Top Speed	13.75 seconds
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)	13.7
Maruti Ritz VDi Fuel
Mileage-City (kmpl)	14.2
Mileage-Highway (kmpl)	17.8
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS IV
Emission Control System	Exhaust Gas Recirculation
Maruti Ritz VDi Other Specifications
Seating Capacity	5
No of Doors	5
Maruti Ritz VDi Payload & Towing
Cargo Volume	232 litres
General Maruti Ritz VDi Car Details
Country of Assembly	India
Country of Manufacture	India
Discontinuation Date	1/1/2025
Introduction Date	15-05-2009

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Maruti Ritz VDi specification

2009-05-18T09:28:00.000+05:30

Maruthi Ritz VDi Specification
VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	Ritz
Model:	VDi
Car Body Type:	Hatchback
Segment:	B+ Segment
Top Speed:	165
VERDICT
FOR	Looks Features Diesel Option
AGAINST	Straight competitor to its sibling Swift
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1248cc, 4 Cyl, Multijet, DDiS
Engine Type:	Diesel
Maximum Power:	74 Bhp @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	193 Nm @ 2000 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length:	3715 mm
Width:	1680 mm
Height:	1620 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Seating Capacity:	5
Tyre Size:	165/70 R14
Suspension:	MacPherson strut, Torsion beam & coil spring
Turning Circle:	4.50 mtrs.
Boot Space:	205.00 ltrs.
Steering:	Power
Brakes:	Front Ventilated, Rear Disk
Gears:	5 Manual
Ground Clearance:	170.00 mm
Kerb Weight:	1150.00 kgs.
Fuel Tank:	45
Body Color Bumpers:	yes
Tachometer:	yes
Alloys:	yes
ORVM Indicator:	no
Xenon Headlamps:	no
Trip Meter:	3
Headlamp Washer:	no
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
AC:	AC with Climate Control
Power Windows:	TRUE
Central Locking:	Remote
Remote Boot:	TRUE
Remote Fuel Filler:	TRUE
Rear Wiper:	TRUE
Rear Defogger:	TRUE
Rear Armrest:	FALSE
Streeing Adjustment (Rake/Reach):	True/False
Driver Seat Adjustment:	Manual
Music System:	CD Player with 4 Speakers
Leather Seats:	FALSE
Door Mirror:	Both Side Electric
Tinted Glass:	TRUE
Rear AC Vent:	FALSE
Folding Rear Seats:	TRUE
Sun Roof:	FALSE
Buttons/Controlson Steering:	TRUE
Auto Viper:	FALSE
Auto Headlamp:	FALSE
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Airbag:	2
Parking Sensors:	FALSE
Fog Lamp:	TRUE
Traction Control:	FALSE
EBD:	TRUE
ABS:	TRUE
ESP:	TRUE
Rear Seat Belts:	2

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ICAT APPROVES 'RITZ' FOR INDIA PTI

2009-05-18T08:57:00.000+05:30

The International Centre of Automotive Technology has started its operations at Manesar in Haryana by granting approval to the country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India's forthcoming model -- Ritz.
ICAT

International Centre of Automotive Technology (ICAT) has cleared Ritz in a whole vehicle test approval ceremony, held recently at the test centre's premises in Manesar, thereby clearing ground for rolling out the car in the Indian market.

A division of National Automotive Testing and R&D Infrastructure Project (NATRiP), ICAT is a notified testing agency and is working towards the development of automobile industry in the country.

ICAT is currently investing Rs 440 crore in expanding its facilities at an additional area of 46 acres in its Manesar centre. The new facilities would include a power-train laboratory, engine dynamometers, emission laboratory with Euro V capability, a fatigue laboratory passive safety laboratory as well as vehicle test tracks.

Earlier NATRiP, a joint venture of the Centre, a number of state governments and the country's auto industry to create a testing, validation and R&D infrastructure, had announced to invest Rs 1,718 crore for setting up of seven auto testing facilities at seven locations across India by 2011.

Apart from ICAT, Manesar, the other six locations are Chennai, Indore, Silchar, Pune, Rae Bareilly and Ahmednagar.

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Maruti Suzuki launches Ritz

2009-05-16T16:42:00.000+05:30

Stylish, Spacious, India's first BS-IV compliant fuel efficient Passenger car

India's number one car maker Maruti Suzuki India Limited exposed the long awaited Ritz here today. The automobile is available in both, petrol and diesel engine options. With the Ritz - an improved position hatchback positioned at the premium-end of the compact vehicle market - Maruti Suzuki consolidates its leadership in the highly competitive compact auto segment. The Ritz incorporates the BS-IV and OBD-I compliance much before the regulation being enforced in the country. The company commands the biggest share of the market of 58 p.c. in the compact vehicle ( A2 ) segment. The Ritz has been in particular designed for India. Maruti Suzuki engineers worked with the Suzuki design team in Japan to co-design the automobile and carry out India-specific changes. Displaying the Ritz, Shinzo Nakanishi, Handling Director and Chairman , Maruti Suzuki India Limited asserted, "The Ritz mixes modern ECU design, the sportiness of the Swift, the most recent in engine technology and Suzuki's worldwide commended experience in compact automobiles.

The Ritz further reiterates parent Suzuki Motor Enterprise's dedication to bring worldwide car models with latest design, style and next generation fuel efficient, environment friendly engine technology for its purchasers in India. The Ritz is another step by Indian engineers towards capacity development in auto research and design." The heart of the Ritz are the brand spanking new 1.2 Litre K12M Gas engine and the 1.3 DDiS Diesel power-plant, each offering ideal performance and fuel potency. Alongside this, the transmission system has been optimized for the Ritz to match Indian driving habits. With this the Ritz offers the best-in-class blend of fuel potency and drivability.

With its overall length of 3.7 metres height of 1.6 metres and a width of 1.7 metres, the Ritz offers a comfy spacious cabin with sufficient legroom for five adults.

Regardless of its giant frame, the Ritz has a tight turning radius of 4.7 meters. The suspension of the vehicle with a high ground clearance of 170 mm has been tuned for Indian road conditions, and provides glorious handling and ride comfort. The rear wheel housing has been altered to deal with the bigger and wider tyres used only in Ritz. The client will find a fine balance between Emotion and Functionality in the Ritz. Being a vehicle intended for the family, the back seat has been designed for snug seating of 3 passengers.

The seat profile has been altered for better comfort and to add to overall interior synergy. As a first in the sector, 2 sets of dual-tone instrument panels that mix with the body colors are offered in the ZXi version.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz :
Superior Technology all of the way In Ritz, Maruti Suzuki brings inventive technologies for benefit of purchasers and the society.
* Ritz is the 1st passenger car in India to be tested and determined for EMC ( Electro Magnetic Compatibility ) compliance. EMC standards are prevalent in EU nations and Maruti Suzuki as the sector leader has adopted them proactively.
* The Ritz is ELV compliant ( no use of ecologically dangerous substances like chromium, cadmium, mercury, etc ).

ELV ( End of Life Auto ) norms are prevalent in Europe for making sure recyclability of material but are still to be enforced in India.
* In line with the govt. Of India's target to introduce ethanol mixed fuel, Maruti Suzuki has made design alterations to make Ritz E10 compliant.

* The Ritz incorporates Drive-by-wire technology in both gas and diesel variants. This alongwith the 32-bit Engine Management system provides faster signal processing and fast response.. The Heart of the Ritz The Ritz should be available with 2 different power-train options :
* a 1.2-litre, 4 stroke, 16-valve unit with maximum power of 85PS gas engine ( Wonderful fuel efficiency of 17.7 kmpl : Authorized as per CMVR rule 115 )
* the successful 1.3-litre, Common Rail 16-valve diesel ( DDiS ) unit that delivers a maximum power of 75PS. ( Fantastic fuel potency of 21.1 kmpl : Licensed as per CMVR rule 115 ) The all-new K12M engine on the Ritz Gas has been specifically designed for Indian applications. The BS-IV and OBD-1 compliant engine promises to be best in class fuel efficient, high performance, low emission, light weight, with lower NVH ( Noise, Vibration & Rudeness ).

To make the all-aluminium engine lighter and more fuel efficient, high grade plastic parts have been at length used. The skirt area of the piston has been shortened to reduce weight, which assists in lowering friction and reinforce fuel potency. Maruti Suzuki engineers worked as a part of Suzuki's engine groups for design, calibration and testing of the engine in Japan and in India. This is a step further in reinforcing the engine development capacity. Some other valid features of the all-new K12M are :
* Inventive rocker-less DOHC cam shaft, plastic intake manifold and offset crank shaft with low stress rings to reduce losses and improve fuel potency
* Smart Distributor Less Ignition ( SDLI ) system with dedicated plug top coils, High pressure fuel system & sophisticated injectors for superior atomization to provide uniform and optimized combustion for better performance.

* Optimized cylinder block, light piston and nut-less con rod for light weight configuration
* Improved engine rigidity and use of complicated technology like silent timing chain to enhance NVH traits * First engine oil change after ten thousand kms as against standard one thousand kms
* Spark plugs first change at forty thousand kms as against conventional twenty thousand kms The Ritz Diesel is powered by the super successful 1.3L DDIS power-house, which propels the Swift and Swift Dzire.

The engine configuration has been modified to meet the upcoming BS-IV and OBD-1 norms and the improved calibration and tuning provides wonderful mix of driveability and mileage Exterior pleasure The exterior design of the Ritz embodies energy, youthfulness, and pleasure. Pointy lines, bold contours and flowing roofline give an appealing look and young sporty position. The robust V-identity of Suzuki design language in the front is well supported by expressive headlamps. The expounded fender flairs add solidness and sporty personality. The side view is indicated by dynamic shoulder and sculpted personality supporting it above the sill. The classy boomerang-shaped, rear mixture lamps are placed at the rear corners in order to maxim

Childish and useful Interiors The design theme for interior is young and helpful. The inside is targeted on delight and "ease of use" idea. The wrap-around personality of the instrument panel brings in a sense of freshness. The console mounted gear shift lever - another first in Maruti Suzuki automobiles - is an ergonomic pleasure for the driver and sets the interiors apart, visually.

Streamlined center console intensified by the easy flowing silver garnish adds uniqueness. The repeating oval motif forms rhythm in the interiors. The cabin features a fresh look outlined by peaceful curves and blue-toned color scheme. A high breathtaking roof gives passengers a feeling of openness. The Ritz incorporates 'steering integrated audio control' that may be a hallmark for latest vehicles. Position & Space The Ritz whilst being based totally on the Swift platform has an improved position. The seats in Ritz has been moved upward by 54mm in the front and 47mm in the rear, providing a cosy seating and wide ranging driving position. With an overall auto height of 1620 mm enabling higher head room ( +24mm in front and +31mm in rear ), it allows for adequate occupant space in the Ritz. This ergonomic layout supplies the best in class leg room and head room along without trouble of entry and exit to passengers. Safety & Security Ritz includes a stiff and light weight body structure with crumple areas. The safety equipments of the Ritz includes an energy-absorbing structure, Airbags, ABS with EBD, a collapsible steering column, front seat-belt pre-tensioners and force limiters ( Specs alter according to variants ).

All variants of Ritz are supplied with Maruti's iCATS Immobiliser system to provide much needed security to the shoppers. Groovy Variants The automobile should be available in 5 variants, 3 variants with gas engine - LXi, VXi and ZXi and 2 variants with Diesel engine - LDi and VDi. While Airbags and ABS are standard on ZXi, the Vxi and VDi variants have ABS as an optional feature.

Maruti Suzuki small car "Ritz" Unwails Tomorrow

2009-05-14T19:11:00.000+05:30

India's largest passenger car manufacturer Maruti is ready for its most awaited small car Maruti Ritz launch in India. Maruti Ritz launch is going to take place tomorrow and the hype surrounding of Maruti Ritz has been much more than any other vehicle launch in India. Maruti has made sure that everyone talking for Maruti Ritz, by its promos and the social media activity. Maruti Ritz will be the first hatchback car model which will meet all BS - IV emission norms. Maruti Ritz is the most awaited small car model since the Maruti announces the Maruti Ritz launch and now Maruti Ritz is ready to storm the hatchback segment with its stylish look and comfort like sedan.

Maruti Ritz is one of the most news gathering model of Maruti product portfolio as previously this car was planned to launch with the name Maruti Splash but this name was already registered by any other manufacturer Maruti forced to change its name to Maruti Ritz. Maruti Ritz also got much publicity due to its second generation KB-Series engine. Its K12M petrol engine offers more power and higher fuel efficiency in comparison to any other car of this segment. The company claims that its latest K12M engine offers mileage

17.8kmpl in city roads and 21.8kmpl on highway that makes it the most fuel efficient car in its segment and Maruti is expecting very good market response to Maruti Ritz.

Maruti Ritz launch is the most awaited vehicle launch in India as in Indian market rumours says that Maruti Ritz is going to replace Maruti Wagon R is India but Maruti declined these rumors and says that maruti Ritz will takes place between Maruti Wagon R and its super hatch Maruti Swift.

Maruti Ritz will be launched with both petrol and diesel engine option - a 1.2L, 1197cc K12M petrol engine and a 1.3L, multijet diesel engine that is currently powering the Fiat Linea. Maruti Ritz will be first car in Indian market which will be equipped with BS-IV compliant engine. Maruti Ritz launch is going to take place on 15th May and its bookings will open after one day, 16th May.

Updates:-

Maruti Ritz engine is launched on 14th April. To get complete information about Maruti Ritz engine - Click Here

Maruti Ritz Engine Launched Today

2009-05-14T16:28:00.000+05:30

Maruti has launched Maruti Ritz engine on April 14, 2009. Maruti Ritz might be launched by the second week of May this year, but its power plant is revealed to the world. Maruti Ritz will be equipped with new K12M engine which is the next generation of its KB series engine. The first KB series engine, the K10B is fitted into its ultra compact car Maruti A-Star.

Ritz will be equipped with 1.2L, 1197cc, K12M petrol engine that is able to produce upto 85PS power at 6000rpm and 113Nm torque at 4500rpm which makes it much powerful car in hatchback segment. Maruti's engineer team worked with Suzuki boffins in India as well as in Japan to make this new K12M engine as advanced as possible.

The main aim of this engineers team was to reduce losses and to make an innovative rocker-less DOHC camshaft, plastic intake manifold and offset crankshaft that has low tension rings help do just that. Maruti Ritz is going to be launched on 15th May in B+ segment in India. However, its price is not disclosed by Maruti but it is expected that Maruti Ritz price will fall in the range of Rs 4 to 5.5 lacs.

The new K12M engine is a light weight and this weight saving will surely make Maruti Ritz an extremely fuel efficient vehicle in its segment. The new K12M engine of Maruti Ritz is also BS-IV compliant - that will make Maruti Ritz the first ever passenger vehicle in India to adhere to the new pollution norm when it will be launched.

Updates:-

Maruti Ritz is going to launch in India tomorrow to read more about this you may visit the above link... Most Awaiting Maruti Ritz launch tomorrow

Maruti Ritz Makes a Splash in India- Tomorrow

2009-05-14T15:10:00.000+05:30

There are few cars that fit the requirements of India's hatchback buyers better than the new Maruti Ritz. It has everything — on paper — that customers in this segment want: space, quality, modern engineering and a choice of two very appealing engines. But is the new car as good as everyone expects it to be?

India's largest passenger car manufacturer Maruti is ready for its most awaited small car Maruti Ritz launch in India. Maruti Ritz launch is going to take place tomorrow and the hype surrounding of Maruti Ritz has been much more than any other vehicle launch in India. Maruti has made sure that everyone talking for Maruti Ritz, by its promos and the social media activity. Maruti Ritz will be the first hatchback car model which will meet all BS - IV emission norms. Maruti Ritz is the most awaited small car model since the Maruti announces the Maruti Ritz launch and now Maruti Ritz is ready to storm the hatchback segment with its stylish look and comfort like sedan.

The Ritz, also known as the Splash in other markets, is built on the same platform as the very successful Swift. It has all the up-to-date engineering that made the Swift so successful, as well as a spacious interior and a generous dose of style. Unlike the Swift, however, the target is not young style-conscious owners who enjoy a spirited drive. The Ritz is designed to appeal more as a family hatchback.

Under the hood of the gasoline version is Maruti's new 1.2-liter K-series four-cylinder engine, rated at 85 horsepower and 84 pound-feet of torque. The diesel is the same exceptional Fiat 1.3 Multijet, delivering 74 hp and 140 lb-ft.

With a stiff chassis and a well-engineered suspension, the Ritz tackles Indian roads with aplomb. Maruti has raised and softened the suspension on the Ritz more than on the Swift, which translates into better comfort, even on poor surfaces. Whereas the softer Ritz doesn't feel as enthusiastic to drive as the Swift, it is leagues better than Maruti's other tall boy, the Wagon R.

The Ritz makes its official debut on May 15, and prices will be announced then.

Inside Line says: A very accomplished family car that will deliver everything a premium hatch should, but with the added practicality of a tall-boy profile, the Ritz should be the next Indian blockbuster from Maruti. — Hormazd Sorabjee, Correspondent

Maruti Ritz MODELS | VEHICLE SUMMARY | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | COMFORT

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Overview

Hyundai has launched their i10 model in the Indian market. Now, it's the turn of market leaders Maruti Suzuki to respond with a brand new vehicle for the Indian market. After the recently launched A-Star, Maruti may replace its aging Wagon R with Ritz or may launch it as new model. Maruti Suzuki India has decided to rename the Splash as Ritz for India. The name change is because of registration problem as Splash has been already registered by some other manufacturer.

It will be 4th new model for the Maruti Suzuki after the launch of Swift, Grand Vitara and SX4. Based on an all-new platform, the production version has some hints of the Swift and SX4, interspersed with a C-pillar design that harks back to the concept. At the Paris Motor Show in late September 2006, Suzuki presented `Project Splash`, a concept car showcasing a taste of the styling of the future production-version Splash (Ritz). The extremely positive response of the audience confirmed to Akira Kamio and his team that they had taken the right path for Ritz.

Design

Unlike traditional hatchbacks, the rear end has allowed for a thicker C-pillar and made provision for a smaller quarter glass that is not very different from the Swift. With an overall width of 1.68 metres, the Ritz is 8cm wider than the Wagon R+. Smartly shaped headlights give it a friendly appearance, and they combine with a trapezoidal grille to form a “face” that reflects the new Suzuki family identity.

The Suzuki brand emblem proudly takes its place in the centre of the grille, and the entire front end of the car incorporates energy-absorbing structures for pedestrian protection. The Ritz is streamlined rather than boxy, but it is uncompromised in terms of interior roominess, functionality, and configurability. Its profile displays a gently rising nose, A-pillars that blend into the roof and a roofline that gently slopes toward the back, culminating in an almost vertical tailgate. Short overhangs create a compact and neat appearance.

The tailgate has an inward obtuse angle to it, something seen more often on French hatchbacks. On the inside, the Ritz continues the raid on Suzuki's parts bin with the steering wheel, gear knob, door handles, indicator switches, etc first seen on the Swift/SX4. Though, that is where the raid ends.

Engine Options

The Ritz will be launched with two engine options - one petrol and one diesel. The petrol one will be recently launched 1197cc, 4 Cylinders, K12M engine which generates 85 Bhp at 5500 rpm and maximum torque of 117 Nm at 4200 rpm.

The common-rail diesel is 1248cc engine which develops maximum power of 75 bhp, to be manufactured at Manesar in India will complete the engine lineup. All these engines will be mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Market sources suggest that the company could be working on plans to bring the Suzuki Ritz model here in India.

The gear lever is mounted high up and the driving seat is, like the steering wheel, adjustable for height. It controls an electric power steering system with about the right amount of weight but no true feel of the road. Its suspension is quite firm, in an effort to keep it agile despite the height, so it feels accurate enough in corners.

Interiors

For a small car the Ritz has a lot of room, with headroom especially good. The rear seat is set higher than the front seats so all occupants get a good view out, and all seats are comfortable enough. It's a proper four-seater, and big enough for five at a squeeze. There's plenty of storage space including a flip-lid box on top of the dashboard, a fair glovebox and a tray ahead of the front passenger, but non-slip surfaces would make them more usable.

The boot looks small, especially front-to-rear, but there's a big compartment hidden under the false floor with the space saver spare wheel hidden in another layer below that. The rear seats fold down in one movement per side, the cushion cranking forward to make space for the descending backrest.The new flexible compact car combines the sportiness of Suzuki's successful model Swift with the technologies and immense know-how of the Japanese world market leader in the mini car segment.

Coloured surfaces for the dashboard create a youthful, casual look in the area of the passenger airbag and the upper part of the instrument cluster. Together with high-quality materials and a metallic-silver border on the centre console, they treat occupants to a pleasingly fresh ambience. The cockpit reflects a “less is more” approach, forming a stylish, functional space without superfluous flourishes or gimmicks. A large speedometer positioned centrally behind the steering wheel is easy to read and has all of the indicator lamps arranged around it.

A digital liquid crystal display (LCD) is positioned in the lower half of the speedometer and gives the driver additional information. In certain grades, a tachometer is separately mounted on the dashboard. The number of buttons is minimal, allowing for fewer distractions and thus raising safety. The shift lever is ergonomically shaped and is positioned relatively high in the centre console to minimise its distance from the steering wheel and permit extra storage space.

Variants & Price

The Ritz is not the successor of any specific former Suzuki model, but a brand-new concept to satisfy the needs of customers in terms of roominess, compactness, modern design, aerodynamics, quality, driveability, performance and environmental friendliness. It is expected that Maruti will launch Ritz in May 2009 in 6 variants with two engine options in a price range between 4 to 5.5 lakhs.

Ritz will be available in a choice of 10 fresh colours, eight of which have a metallic finish. Two of the colours – Splash Green and Lagoon Turquoise 2 – were developed by Suzuki specifically for the Ritz. The Ritz is aimed mainly at urban, practical people with modern lifestyles, and it reflects the ideals of the second phase of Suzuki’s world strategy - a phase in which Suzuki is focusing not just on sportiness but also on the needs of families.

Couples and young families in the market for compact cars want a sporty, fresh design coupled with practical attributes such as roominess, flexibility and economy. Now, Let's see how Maruti manages to sell 7 hatchbacks - 800, Alto, Zen Estilo, Wagon R, Swift, recently launched A-Star & Ritz - all in same showroom.