Joseph November 11, 2024

New Maruti Dzire comes with big changes over its 3rd generation version by introducing new best-in segment features to stay ahead of its rivals!

Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the all-new 4th Generation Dzire in India which comes with new styling, design, powertrains, features, etc. So, we thought, why don’t we put it to test comparing it against its 3 Competitors – Tata Tigor, Hyundai Aura, and Honda Amaze.

Dimensions Comparison

The Maruti Dzire, Hyundai Aura, and Honda Amaze all have an identical length of 3995 mm, while the Tata Tigor is just slightly shorter at 3993 mm.
With a width of 1735 mm, the Dzire is the widest among its rivals, providing potentially better shoulder room, while the Tata Tigor is the narrowest at 1677 mm.
In terms of height, the Tigor stands the tallest at 1532 mm, which could offer more headroom, whereas the Honda Amaze is the shortest, ranging between 1498 to 1501 mm.
The Amaze has the longest wheelbase at 2470 mm, which may enhance rear legroom and stability, while the Dzire, Aura, and Tigor all share a wheelbase of 2450 mm.
For ground clearance, the Tata Tigor (Petrol) is the highest at 170 mm, making it better suited for rougher roads, while the Dzire has the lowest ground clearance at 163 mm.
With a turning radius of 4.7 meters, the Aura and Amaze offer slightly better maneuverability in tight spaces compared to the Dzire and Tigor, which have a radius of 4.8 meters.
The Honda Amaze offers the largest boot space at 420 liters, making it convenient for storage, while the Dzire has the smallest boot among petrol variants at 382 liters.
The Hyundai Aura has the highest CNG fuel tank capacity at 65 liters, ideal for long CNG journeys, while the Dzire and Amaze have a petrol tank capacity of 37 liters.
At 992 to 1150 kg, the Tata Tigor is the heaviest, which may impact fuel efficiency, while the Honda Amaze is the lightest, ranging from 920 to 957 kg, which could benefit its handling and economy.

Engine Specs Comparison

Maruti Dzire is equipped with a 1.2 L 3-cylinder Z12E engine, whereas Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze both have 1.2 L 4-cylinder engines, and Tata Tigor features a 1.2 L 3-cylinder Revotron engine.
In terms of power, Maruti Dzire has the lowest power of 80 BHP while Hyundai Aura produces 82 BHP, Tata Tigor offers slightly more at 84.5 BHP, while Honda Amaze leads with 88.5 BHP.
For torque output, Maruti Dzire provides 111.7 NM, which is lower than Hyundai Aura’s 114 NM and Tata Tigor’s 113 NM, but higher than Honda Amaze’s 110 NM.
Maruti Dzire, Hyundai Aura, and Tata Tigor come with 5-speed MT/AMT options, while Honda Amaze offers a 5-speed MT and a 7-speed CVT for more versatility.
Fuel efficiency is highest in Maruti Dzire, ranging from 24.79 to 25.71 KMPL, while Hyundai Aura has the lowest at 17 KMPL. Tata Tigor’s efficiency ranges from 19.28 to 19.6 KMPL, and Honda Amaze offers between 18.3 and 18.6 KMPL.

The Maruti Dzire is equipped with a 1.2L 3-cylinder Z12E engine, whereas the Hyundai Aura has a 1.2L 4-cylinder CNG engine, and the Tata Tigor features a 1.2L 3-cylinder iCNG engine.
All models have a Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) drivetrain, which is common for compact sedans.
The Dzire delivers 69.5 BHP of power, slightly more than the Aura’s 68 BHP but less than the Tigor’s 72 BHP.
In terms of torque, the Dzire leads with 101.8 NM, followed by the Aura at 95.2 Nm and the Tigor at 95 Nm.
All three models come with a 5-speed manual transmission (MT), with the Tigor also offering an AMT option.
For fuel efficiency, the Dzire has the highest rating at 33.73 km/kg, making it the most economical in terms of CNG mileage, followed by the Tigor with 26.49 – 28.06 km/kg, and the Aura at 22 km/kg.

Price Comparison

The Tata Tigor is priced between Rs. 6 – 8.40 lakh for petrol and Rs. 7.60 – 9.40 lakh for CNG, making it one of the more affordable options.
The Hyundai Aura ranges from Rs. 6.49 – 8.89 lakh for petrol and Rs. 7.49 – 9.05 lakh for CNG, offering a mid-range price point.
The Maruti Dzire is priced between Rs. 6.79 – 10.14 lakh for petrol and Rs. 8.74 – 9.84 lakh for CNG, positioning it as a slightly premium option in this segment.
The Honda Amaze, which does not offer a CNG variant, is priced between Rs. 7.29 – 10.05 lakh for petrol, making it competitive with the Dzire’s petrol variant.