The Maruti Zen was a 5-door hatchback produced and sold in India by Suzuki's Indian subsidiary Maruti Suzuki. It has acquired significant popularity in India since the nameplate was first introduced in 1993. The word "ZEN" is an acronym standing for Zero Engine Noise. It also stands for the Japanese word "Zen" which means 'Complete'.
Based on the Suzuki Cervo Mode, the first generation Maruti Zen was introduced on 22 May 1993 (MH410). While it looks very similar to the Cervo Mode, it has a lot of unique sheetmetal as it is ten centimeters longer and ten wider. In Europe and many other export markets, the car sold as the Suzuki Alto.Zen used an all aluminium engine Suzuki G10B engine which produced 50 BHP of power at around 6000 RPM. There was a minor face lift in 1997 with body coloured bumpers and updated dials. In 1999 Zen Classic with retro looking front and rear was launched but was soon discontinued due to lack of demand.
In 2003 Maruti introduced the MPFI engine with 4 valves per cylinder. Power output went up by 10 HP to 60 BHP. Its cost (of the Zen LX model) was around Rs 3,40,000 in India.In 2000, a diesel version of Zen was launched with the Peugeot's TUD5 (PSA TU engine) engine. This model did not sell well and was discontinued.
The Zen underwent a facelift in 2003. In 2003, a three-door sports version of the Zen in VXi segment was launched, priced at 4.0 Lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi). It was only available in Black (Zen Carbon) 300 nos or Silver (Zen Steel)300 nos, total 600 cars.In 2006 second generation was discontinued
The third generation Maruti Zen, called Zen Estilo was introduced in December 2006 as a part of Maruti Suzuki's Indian market strategy to launch a new car annually for the next five years. The Zen Estillo had the same engine and chassis as the Maruti Wagon R; both being based on the Suzuki MR Wagon (Nissan Moco). The pricing was also nearly the same as the Wagon R. The Maruti Alto (model prior to Alto K10), Wagon R (till Aug 2010) and the new Zen Estilo all shared the same chassis. In 2009, along with a minor face-lift, Maruti dropped Zen from the name.
Zen was a very successful model for Maruti both in India and outside. It was called India's first world car and was exported to Europe as early as 1994. Besides being exported to Europe from 1994 to 2004, it has also been exported to several other countries. The Zen quickly became a hit with the Indian Racing Scene with highly modified versions of the 993 cc G10B engine topping 100+ Bhp.
The Zen was the first fun to drive hatchback in the Indian market. It was a driver oriented car with low seating and go kart like handling. The car was very reliable and it is possible to find many good examples of Zen still in use. The Zen still commands a relatively high resale value on the second hand market.
Variants=at launch badged as MH410 later as Lx,Lxi,Vxi and D,DiThe Maruti Zen has a four-cylinder in-line all aluminium engine mounted transverse and using carburettor/MPFI and unleaded petrol. The valvetrain is 4 valves/cyl, SOHC with a displacement of 993 cc. Max Power is 60.9 PS (45 kW; 60 hp) at 6000 rpm and max torque is 78.48 N⋅m (57.88 lb⋅ft) @4500 rpm.It has a 5 speed manual transmission.
Bore x Stroke: 72.0 mm (2.8 in) x 61.0 mm (2.4 in)Comp Ratio: 9.4(+/- 0.2):1Drivetrain
Brakes Front: 182 mm (7.2 in) discRear: 180 mm (7.1 in) drumType: Hydraulic, vacuum assistedWheels F/R:4Jx13 and 4Jx12”Tyres: 145/70/R13(Diesel variant) and 145/80/R12(Petrol variant)In second generation zen 155/65/13 Measurements are best to upsize tyres in petroland diesel variant too(not touches the body of car from top while there isload in car and sides while turning the steering and there is no need to make changes in suspension system)And not effects the mileage
Steering: Rack and pinion, Hydraulic Power assistTurning circle dia: 3.9 m (13 ft)Turns lock to lock: 9.8Suspension: Front: Independent, MacPherson strut, coil springsRear: 3link rigid axle with isolated trailing arm, coil spring and gas filled shock absorbersGeneral dataKerb weight: 765 kg (1,687 lb)Wheelbase: 2,335 mm (91.9 in)Track(F/R) 1335/1305 mmL/W/H: 3465/1495/1405 mmGround clearance: 165 mm (6.5 in)AccommodationSeating capacity: 5Head Room, F/R 952/930 mmLeg room, F max/min 1170/990 mmLeg room, R max/min 750/610 mmKnee room, F max/min 750/610 mmKnee room, R max/min 840/650 mmShoulder space 1,270 mm (50.0 in)Fuel economyOverall:+ 14 kmplCity: 12.0 kmpl ( with AC )Highway: 16.21 kmplWorst: 10.9 kmplFuel Tank Capacity: 35 litresRange: 528.5 km+ is 75% city driving and 25% highway driving BrakingMinimum Stopping Distance From 100 km/h 54.33 m/3.73 sFrom 80 km/h 28.11 m/2.59 s
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