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Brand new Maruti Suzuki Celerio images have been leaked before the official launch in the next few months. The second-generation Celerio was completely remodeled and transferred to Maruti Suzuki’s Heartect platform, which is also shared with other models.
- The size of the new Celerio will be larger than its predecessor
- Equipped with two engine and gearbox options
- CNG variants available at launch
2021 Maruti Suzuki Celerio: What does the leaked image reveal?
The new Celerio first appeared in the final production form when filming for the promotional event.As from Patent pictures that surfaced earlier, The exterior design of the second-generation Celerio is completely different from the square exterior of the upcoming version. The new car uses a circular design without any angular elements. In addition, it has a more upright nose, a flat oval grille with honeycomb elements and triangular headlights rounded at the corners. The two headlights are connected by a chrome strip, which is fused with the Suzuki logo in the center. The front bumper has a simple design with minimal creases, and there are contrasting black areas around the apron and fog lights.The top variant seen here seems to use black alloy wheels for a more sporty appearance
Viewed from the side, the rounded appearance continues to this day. As can be seen from the picture, the overall size of the new Celerio will be a bit larger than its predecessor. The wheelbase and greenhouse appear to be extended, which is obvious, thanks to the long and tapered roofline. The glass house also looks very suitable, with straight shoulder lines.
The rear of the new Celerio continues the circular design, and uses wrap-around taillights and a simple bumper design with some blackened parts. From the back, the whole car looks wider.
The patent renderings also confirm that the new Celerio will use a lift-up door handle instead of the higher-end pull unit seen in upcoming cars. In addition, people can look forward to sharing parts of other Maruti Suzuki models, including rearview mirrors, window switches, seats, infotainment systems and control levers. According to sources, the new Celerio is an economical hatchback that will be equipped with a standard antenna and 14-inch alloy wheels.
New Maruti Suzuki Celerio: What else is known?
The new Celerio will share a lot mechanically with the latest generation truckUnder the hood, the new Celerio is expected to be equipped with an 83-horsepower 1.2-liter gasoline engine and a 1.0-liter three-cylinder K10 engine. Transmission options may also be similar to Wagon R, with a 5-speed manual transmission and 5-speed AMT as options as standard. Although the new Celerio is expected to be launched earlier this year, due to the continued existence of similar lock-ups related to the COVID-19 pandemic, price announcements for the new Maruti Suzuki hatchback have been pushed several times. In addition, the global semiconductor shortage has caused many manufacturers to postpone the release of new global products.
Maruti Suzuki lineup 2021 and beyond
In addition to Celerio, Maruti Suzuki is also preparing to update many models, such as Ertiga, XL6 and Vitala Breza And some CNG variants. Read more about them here.
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