Maruti Zen is a premium compact car designed by Maruti Udyog Limited for the
worldwide market. The design and specifications of Zen have been done as per the
world standards. Its five-speed ultra-slick gearbox is one of best boxes in any
Indian car. The vehicle was the first in India to have all-aluminium engine,
electronic distributor pump, electric fuel pump in the fuel tank, and suction
resonator.
Design and Interior
Zen is a spacious car with features like Electronic Power Steering, Dual Tone
Theme, Electrically adjustable side view mirrors, Aairconditioner, Heater, Front
Power Windows, Tinted Glasses, Moulded Roof Lining, Fabric Upholstery, Dial
Colour Instrument Cluster, Gear Knob with Metal Finish, etc. Zen delivers ideal
combo of speed, power and fuel efficiency. Its electronic power steering ensures
effortless maneuverability, more control and a better grip.
Zen is a smart and elegant car, equipped with dazzling head and tail lamps,
monoform design and two-tone color scheme. The tail lamp cluster has been
designed artistically, making efficient use of curves, lines, and space. Five
people can comfortably take a ride in the car. Zen has a royal touch in its
appearance.
Variants, Price and Mileage
The car is available in the variants of
Zen LX
Zen LXI
Zen VXI
It can be bought in the price tag of Rs 3.4 lakhs to Rs 3.8 lakhs.
Engine
Maruti Zen is equipped with 16 x 4 all-aluminium hypertech engine. With its
power-to-weight ratio of 78.4 bhp/tonne, the highest in its class, the engine
offers maximum fuel economy, excellent pick-up and acceleration.
Safety
Several safety features have been incorporated in Maruti Zen. These are
Protective monocoque body, Collapsible steering column, Dual side impact beams,
Engine sub-frame, Laminated front windscreen, Rear windscreen demister,
Collapsible steering column, Central Locking, Front and rear 3 point results,
fog lamps, and Child-proof rear door locks.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF MARUTI ZEN
CAPACITIES
PETROL (EURO – 2)
LX
LXi
VXi
Seating – Persons
5
Fuel in litres
35
Engine in cc
993
PETROL EURO – 2
All aluminium engine
LX
LXi
VXi
16 valve X 4 cylinder engine layout
LX
LXi
VXi
16 bit engine control microprocessor
LX
LXi
VXi
Multipoint fuel injection
LX
LXi
VXi
Maximum engine output in bhp / rpm
60@6000
Maximum engine torque in kgm / rpm
8@4500
Compression ratio
9.4 ± 0.2:1
Unladen weight in kgs.
765 (LX, Lxi & VXI)
Laden weight in kgs.
1190
DIMENSIONS
Overall length
3535mm
Overall width
1495mm
Overall height
1405mm
Wheelbase
2335mm
Ground clearance
165mm
FEATURES AVAILABLE IN MARUTI ZEN
SAFETY LX LXi
VXi
Body reinforcements
Engine sub-frame
Laminated front windscreen
Rear windscreen wiper and washer
Rear windscreen demister
Child safety rear door locks
Collapsible steering column
New front fog lamps
New rear fog lamps
New clear head lamps LX LXi VXi
New clear tail lamps LX LXi VXi
Rear high mounted stop lamps LX LXi VXi
Front and rear 3-point ELR seat belts LX LXi VXi
Central locking VXi
Dual side impact beams LX LXi VXi
Booster assisted dual circuit brakes LX LXi VXi
Front Disc Brake mechanism LX LXi VXi
Radial Tyres LX LXi VXi
Electronic Power Steeering LXi Vxi
COMFORT
CFC – free airconditioner and heater LX LXi VXi
Front power windows LXi VXi
New improved lumber & thigh support seating LX LXi VXi
Tinted glasses LX LXi Vxi
STYLE
Body coloured bumpers LX LXi VXi
Body side mouldings Vxi
New fabric upholstery LX LXi VXi
Moulded door trims LX LXi
Moulded door trims with fabric VXi
Steering wheel with leather cover VXis
Moulded roof lining LX LXi VXi
New dial colour instrument cluster LX LXi Vxi
New full wheel cover VXi
New gear knob with metal finish LXi VXi
New body coloured garnish on back door LX LXi VXi |
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