Indian carmaker Maruti Suzuki has recently announced the facelift version of their previously successful hatchback Celerio at a price of Rs 4.5 lakh. Maruti Suzuki Celerio is a popular name in the budget hatchback segment in India. For a while now, the new Celerio has been spied testing on Indian roads. As seen in the images, the new model appears to be taller and bolder than the current model. The new Maruti Suzuki Celerio will get fresh styling elements and a modern feature list. As of September 2021, Maruti Suzuki has a market share of 49 per cent in the Indian passenger car market. Here are 5 features of the new facelift Celerio:
1. The 2021 hatchback will likely get two petrol engines: 68PS 1-litre and 83PS 1.2-litre, each paired with 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT options. The 1-litre engine may also get a CNG mill.
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2. As for the interior, the new model is expected to feature a redesigned centre console, improved upholstery quality, SmartPlay infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
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3. The new Celerio ditches its boxy dimensions for a curvier design, with muscular bumpers, blacked-out alloy wheels, and droplet-shaped headlights.
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4. Features onboard the new Celerio will include a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, the Wagon R’s semi-digital instrument cluster, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, and a rear parking camera.
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5. Safety features will remain the same -- dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors. The Celerio is currently priced from Rs 4.65 lakh to Rs 6 lakh (ex-showroom).
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