Maruti Suzuki Celerio sales cross 7 lakh units

The Maruti Suzuki Celerio has achieved a remarkable milestone in the Indian automotive market by crossing the 7 lakh sales mark. This achievement is a testament to the popularity and trust that the Celerio has garnered among Indian car buyers in less than 9 years. Let’s delve into the journey of the Maruti Suzuki Celerio in the Indian car landscape. The Celerio made its debut in 2014, stepping in as a successor to the Maruti Suzuki A-Star. In its initial avatar, it was equipped with a 1.0L normal petrol engine (K10B). Notably, in 2015, the Celerio lineup was further diversified with the addition of an 800cc diesel engine, showcasing Maruti’s commitment to offering diverse powertrain options.

The diesel engine, a 2-cylinder marvel developed locally, boasted 50PS of power and a torque of 125Nm. However, in alignment with Maruti’s strategic shift away from diesel vehicles, the Celerio diesel was eventually discontinued in the Indian market. In 2021, the Celerio embarked on its second-generation journey in India. This new iteration was underpinned by Maruti’s versatile Heartect platform, which is also the foundation for other popular Maruti models such as the WagonR and Ignis.

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The powertrain received an upgrade in the form of a revised 1.0L normal petrol engine (K10C) integrated with Dualjet technology. The Celerio maintained its versatility by offering both manual and automated manual transmission (AMT) options, each with a 5-speed configuration. For those interested in eco-friendly driving, the Celerio also offered a CNG variant, although limited to the manual transmission. The Celerio has consistently faced competition from rivals in the hatchback segment, including the Tata Tiago and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. It has managed to hold its ground and thrive in this challenging market.

Interestingly, the Celerio’s influence extended beyond Indian borders. Earlier this year, Toyota introduced the Vitz hatchback in South Africa, which is essentially a rebadged version of the Celerio. To further understand the Celerio’s capabilities, it’s essential to look at its powertrain specifications, encompassing both the petrol and CNG variants:

Petrol

– Displacement: 1.0L
– Engine Type: Normal
– Cylinders: 3
– Power: 67PS @ 5500rpm
– Torque: 89Nm @ 3500rpm
– Manual Transmission: 5-speed
– Manual Mileage: 25.24kmpl

CNG

– Displacement: 1.0L
– Engine Type: Normal
– Cylinders: 3
– Power: 57PS @ 5300rpm
– Torque: 82Nm @ 3400rpm
– Manual Transmission: 5-speed
– Manual Mileage: 35.6kmpl

It’s important to note that the Celerio continues to be a popular choice in India due to its efficient and reliable performance. In a related development, Maruti Suzuki celebrated the sale of over 10 lakh automatic cars and SUVs in India. The brand’s automatic vehicle portfolio includes three different transmission types: automated manual transmission (AMT), torque converter (TC), and electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT). Among these, AMT cars make up the majority at 65% of overall automatic sales, followed by TC at 27% and eCVT at approximately 8%.

Maruti Suzuki’s achievement in the automatic car segment underscores the evolving preferences of Indian car buyers and the brand’s commitment to providing a wide range of choices to meet those preferences. The Maruti Suzuki Celerio’s journey from its inception to achieving the 7 lakh sales milestone reflects its resilience and the company’s responsiveness to changing market dynamics. As it continues to evolve and adapt, the Celerio remains a symbol of trust and innovation in the Indian automotive landscape.

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