Maruti Suzuki Splash to replace Wagon R in 2008

Hyundai has recently scored a 10/10 from its i10. Just what Hyundai needed to boost up its market share after the falling sales figures of its good old Santro. Same is the case with Maruti, which is now facing stiff competition from Chev Spark, Getz prime, Indica, Santro, the i10.

To maintain its stronghold in the market Maruti- Suzuki is expected to replace Wagon R with the all new (Maruti) Suzuki Splash in 2008. The Suzuki Splash is a new MPV(Multi Purpose Vehicle) which was jointly developed with Opel. It debuted as a concept car at the 2006 Paris Auto Show and the production model debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show. The Splash is slotted below the Swift in the lineup. The production model of Splash of the European markets is currently built in Esztergom, Hungary, by Magyar Suzuki Corporation, a Suzuki subsidiary that already builds Swift, SX4 and Ignis.
Pictures of the Maruti (Suzuki) Splash:-
Styling:-
The splash has a styling that lives upto its name, its not just another functional box shaped car but is youthful, fresh, energetic and spacious enough for five people with decent luggage. Apart from attractive styling, the splash also has best engineering. This includes safe and precise handling, outstanding ride comfort, a high degree of environmental compatibility, and optimum passive and active safety. The chassis, steering and brakes were adapted to the new parameters in extensive tests. The cabin combines a contemporary design with equipment that maximises user-friendliness.
Engine options:-
Splash comes with three engines options:-
1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine producing 65 PS.
1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine developing 86 PS.
And a 1.3-litre common-rail direct injection deisel engine producing 75 PS.
The petrol engines are of advanced four-valve-per-cylinder design, offering a sophisticated combination of smoothness, low-end torque and fuel efficiency. All three engines come with 5-speed manual gearbox.
The one that is expected to make its debut in India is 1.0 litre version to compete with the Spark, i10 etc.

Technical specifications of Splash:-
Dimensions: 3,780mm (Length) 1,780mm (Width) 1,650mm (Height)
Wheelbase: 2,360mm
Engine:
1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine producing 65 PS.
1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine developing 86 PS.
And a 1.3-litre common-rail direct injection deisel engine producing 75 PS.
Transmission: Four-speed automatic
Seating capacity: Five persons

A video of Suzuki splash:-

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