| Suzuki Dzire | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
| Also called | Suzuki Swift Dzire (2008–2017) Suzuki Swift Sedan |
| Production | 2008–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact car |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan (2008–2016) 4-doornotchbacksedan (2012–present) |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Maruti Suzuki Esteem |
TheSuzuki Dzire (stylizedDZire) is asubcompactnotchbacksedan manufactured and marketed bySuzuki since 2008, primarily for India — as a sedan variant of theSwift hatchback over three generations.
Marketed currently as theSuzuki Swift Sedan in Colombia and Guatemala,[1][2] the Dzire's overall size was reduced to qualify for India's sub-4 meter tax class.
| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production |
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| Assembly | India:Manesar,Haryana (Maruti Suzuki) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Suzuki Swift (first generation) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 5-speedAisinmanual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,390 mm (94.1 in) |
| Length | 4,160 mm (163.8 in) |
| Width | 1,690 mm (66.5 in) |
| Height | 1,530 mm (60.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,035–1,080 kg (2,281.8–2,381.0 lb) |
The Swift Dzire was introduced with a 1.3 L petrol engine and aFiat-sourced 1.3 L diesel engine. Due to theBS IV emission norms in 2010, Maruti replaced the petrol engine with a 1.2 L K-series engine.[3]
This generation was discontinued in 2012 for general buyers but continued to be manufactured through model year 2016 for fleet operators, as the Swift Dzire Tour.
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| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual | 85 PS (84 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm |
| 1.3 L I4 | 88 PS (87 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm | ||
| Diesel | 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm |
| Second generation | |
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 Suzuki Swift Dzire (pre-facelift) | |
| Overview | |
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| Assembly | India:Manesar,Haryana (Maruti Suzuki) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,555 mm (61.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 960–1,070 kg (2,116.4–2,358.9 lb) |
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The second generation Swift Dzire was based on thesecond generation Swift hatchback, reducing the overall length to below four meters to qualify for associated tax benefits.
A 1.2 L K-series petrol engine was introduced, and a 1.3 L DDiS turbo-diesel engine. A four-speedautomatic transmission option was only available in the VXi trim.[4]
The 2015 revised Swift Dzire was rated as the most fuel efficient diesel car in India.[5][6]
Maruti Suzuki launched the DZire ZDi with Automatic Gear Shift (AGS) in January 2016.[7] The 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) is paired to the 1.3 L DDiS turbodiesel engine.
The second generation Dzire was available in India for fleet operators as the Dzire Tour S until 2023. Initially the 1.3 L turbodiesel engine was also available, but then dropped in April 2020 due the implementation of BS6 emissions standard. Currently only 1.2 L petrol and CNG engine are available, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic | 83 PS (82 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpm |
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 71 PS (70 hp) at 6000 rpm | 95 N⋅m (70 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm | |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 76 PS (75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm |
| Third generation | |
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.JPG) Pre-facelift Suzuki Dzire | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 2017–2024 2023–2025 (Dzire Tour S) |
| Assembly | India:Manesar,Haryana (Maruti Suzuki);Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | HEARTECT B platform[8][9] |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm (96.5 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,735 mm (68.3 in) |
| Height | 1,515 mm (59.6 in) |
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Maruti Suzuki launched the third generation Dzire sedan in India on 16 May 2017.[10][11] The third generation is based on the third generation of the Suzuki Swift. However, for the first time ever, it drops the "Swift" nameplate from its name (except in Colombia and Guatemala where it is marketed as Swift Sedan).[1][2] The second-generation Dzire continued to be produced and sold exclusively to fleet operators in India, while being rebadged as the Dzire Tour S.
It is built on theHEARTECT platform which uses ultra-high tensile and high tensile steel in its construction, so as to not comprise on structural rigidity. Despite being lighter, Suzuki claims that the vehicle is compliant with frontal and side impact regulations, as well as meets pedestrian safety regulations. The car is also wider and offers increased space for the occupant. Suzuki also claims that the third generation Dzire has 55 mm better rear legroom, as compared to the previous model. Moreover, the boot space has been increased to 378 litres (13.3 cu ft).
It has a completely revised external body design with a special focus on the front section. It has a newly designed large hexagonal grille in the front section flanked by an all-new projectorheadlamps and a strip ofLED DRLs running on the cluster. The body loses its overly bulgy nature and looks cleaner than before.
The engine options on offer at launch include a 1.2 L K12M motor producing 82 bhp (83 PS; 61 kW) and 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) of torque, while the diesel gets the 1.3 L D13A DDiS motor with 74 bhp (75 PS; 55 kW) and 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m) of torque. Both engines can be had with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT. The petrol models is rated 22 km/L (4.5 L/100 km; 62 mpg‑imp; 52 mpg‑US) and the diesel models are rated at 28.40 km/L (3.521 L/100 km; 80.2 mpg‑imp; 66.8 mpg‑US) in the fuel economy department.[12]
Facelifted model appeared in March 2020.[13][14] Featuring a redesigned front fascia with wider grille; faux wood interior accents;cruise control andVSC (AMT only).
Indian market models featuring a 1.2 L K12N Dualjet petrol engine, replacing petrol and diesel engines. The CNG variant of K12N engine was launched for Indian market in March 2022.[15]The third generation Dzire was available in India for fleet operators as the Dzire Tour S until 2025.
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
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| Petrol | 1.2 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) at 4200 rpm |
| Hybrid | 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft; 12 kg⋅m) at 4000 rpm | ||
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 77.5 PS (57 kW; 76 hp) at 6000 rpm | 98.5 N⋅m (73 lb⋅ft; 10 kg⋅m) at 4300 rpm | |
| Diesel | 1.3 L I4 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 76 PS (56 kW; 75 hp) at 4000 rpm | 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m) at 2000 rpm |
The third generation Maruti Suzuki Dzire for India was rated 2 star adult safety and 2 star child safety byGlobal NCAP in 2024 (based onLatin NCAP 2016).[16]
| Fourth generation | |
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 2025 Suzuki Dzire GLX Hybrid (Philippines) | |
| Overview | |
| Production | November 2024 – present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | HEARTECT |
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| Engine | |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm (96 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
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The fourth generation Dzire was launched on 11 November 2024. The Dzire is primarily marketed in India with planned exports to African, ASEAN, Middle Eastern and Latin American markets.[17]
In India, the Dzire was available in four trim variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi and ZXi+. For engines, it is available with a Z12E 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with five-speed manual and AMT transmissions or acompressed natural gas version.[18]
The Dzire was launched in Laos on 16 May 2025. It is available in the sole GLX trim, powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a mild hybrid system paired with a continuously variable transmission.[citation needed]
The Dzire was launched in the Middle East on 12 April 2025. It is available in two trim levels: GL and GLX, both powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with acontinuously variable transmission.[19]
The Dzire was launched in the Philippines at the2025 Manila International Auto Show on 11 April 2025. It is available in two variants: GL and GLX, both powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine with amild hybrid system paired with a continuously variable transmission.[20]
The Dzire was launched in South Africa on 12 May 2025. It is available in two trim levels: GA and GL+, both powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine paired either a 5-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission.[21]
| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque | ref. |
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| Petrol | 1.2 L I3 | 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT | 82 PS (81 hp) at 5700 rpm | 112 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) at 4300 rpm | [22] |
| CNG | 5-speed manual | 70 PS (69 hp) at 5700 rpm | 102 N⋅m (75 lb⋅ft) at 2900 rpm |
The fourth generation Dzire achieved 5 stars for adult occupant protection fromGlobal NCAP 2.0 in 2024 (similar toBharat NCAP, based onLatin NCAP 2016), the first Maruti Suzuki model tested by Global NCAP to do so.[23]
| Global NCAP scores (2024) | |
| Adult Occupant stars |  |
| Adult Occupant score | 31.24/34.00 |
| Child Occupant stars |  |
| Child Occupant score | 39.20/49.00 |
The Dzire has also been rated 5 stars byBharat NCAP (similar toGlobal NCAP 2.0, based onLatin NCAP 2016),
| Test | Score | Stars |
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| Adult occupant protection | 29.46/32.00 | |
| Child occupant protection | 41.57/49.00 | |
Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been leading the subcompact segment in India ever since its second generation was introduced. Back in 2015, the company added another feature to its hat by crossing the sales mark of 1 million (10lakh) sold units in thedomestic market.[25] The car has been grossing up a sales number of over 15,000 and close to 20,000 in the 2016–17 period where it has registered more than double the sales number of its competitors like theHonda Amaze,Hyundai Xcent andTata Zest. In September 2023, the sedan has reached sales milestone of 2.5 million (25 lakh) units in India.[26]
The number of Suzuki vehicles sold inEthiopia since 2017 has crossed over 25,000 units and Dzire making the most of it.[27]
| Year | India |
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| 2008 | ±200,000 |
| 2009 | |
| 2010 | |
| 2011 | 99,515[28] |
| 2012 | 154,273[29] |
| 2013 | 198,317[30] |
| 2014 | 210,882[31] |
| 2015 | 233,570[32] |
| 2016 | 202,076[33] |
| 2017 | 225,043[34] |
| 2018 | 261,603[35] |
| 2019 | 209,657[36] |
| 2020 | 124,969[37] |
| 2021 | 116,222[38] |
| 2022 | 159,919[39] |
| 2023 | 157,522[40] |
| 2024 | 166,928 |
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In 2015, the Suzuki Dzire wonJ.D. Power's Most Appealing Entry Mid-size Car and the Most DependableMid-size Car.[41]
