Maruti Suzuki has just unveiled the Ignis Concept in India at the 2016 Auto Expo.
Maruti Suzuki has just unveiled the Ignis Concept in India at the 2016 Auto Expo. The car is a mini SUV/Crossover concept that aims to provide high ground clearance, an SUV like driving position and the uber practicality of a premium hatchback. Recently Mahindra launched the KUV100, and this is exactly the segment Maruti might be aiming at with the Ignis. The design of the car is characterized by boxy shapes which for once do look attractive. The detailing in the rectangular headlights is immense with LED DRLs and projector headlamps. The sides look plain and portrays the boxy silhouette the most. The silver roof rails adds that extra dose of style to the car.
Maruti Baleno RS Concept
On the other side of the stage was the Baleno RS Concept that is powered by a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder BoosterJet petrol motor. The new engine features turbocharging and direct injection technology which helps it develop 110PS of max power and 170Nm of torque. It will be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and given the light kerb weight, the car promises to be a hoot to drive. It will get aesthetic enhancements on the production model like a grey chrome grille and black alloy wheels. The Baleno RS will compete with cars like the Volkswagen Polo GT and the Ford Figo 1.5 both of which are equipped with dual clutch automatic gearboxes.
Maruti 1.0-litre 3-cylinder BoosterJet Engine
The IGNIS and the Baleno RS are expected to launch in India this year and will be only sold via Maruti’s premium NEXA dealerships. Both will benefit from premium services that NEXA offers. The car will come loaded with kit (especially the IGNIS, given its lower price point) since it is a NEXA offering. We are so eager to drive the Baleno RS, hope Maruti launches it sooner than later.
Maruti Ignis Concept and Baleno RS Concept at 2016 Auto Expo Photo Gallery: