Ciaz SHVS will be available only in the diesel version that is powered by a 1.3 litre engine
Maruti Suzuki India MD and CEO Kenichi Ayukawa (right) with Department of Heavy Industries additional secretary Ambuj Sharma during the launch of Ciaz SHVS in New Delhi on Tuesday. (Photo: Biplab Banerjee)
New Delhi: Marking its foray into the new eco-friendly technology segment, country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday launched the mild hybrid version of mid-sized sedan Ciaz priced between Rs 8.23 lakh and Rs 10.17 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
The model, Ciaz SHVS will be available only in the diesel version that is powered by a 1.3 litre engine. It uses a starter generator and an advanced high capacity battery that stores energy generated while decelerating or braking and uses it to power an electric motor during acceleration thereby helping in enhanced fuel efficiency.
“Through Ciaz Smart Hybrid, we are deploying technology to benefit customers and the environment,” MSI MD and CEO Kenichi Ayukawa said. The car would offer a fuel efficiency of 28.09 km/litre, MSI said. The move comes in the wake of the government launching FAME India scheme in April to promote eco-friendly vehicles.
( Source : PTI )
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