Maruti Suzuki Dzire vs Premier Rio [2012-2015]

CarWale brings you comparison of Maruti Suzuki Dzire and Premier Rio [2012-2015]. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire price is Rs. 6.56 Lakh and Premier Rio [2012-2015] price is Rs. 5.09 Lakh. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire is available in 1197 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG and Premier Rio [2012-2015] is available in 1173 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. Dzire provides the mileage of 22.41 kmpl.

Dzire vs Rio [2012-2015] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Dzire	Rio [2012-2015]
Price	Rs. 6.56 Lakh	Rs. 5.09 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	1173 cc
Power	89 bhp	77 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Maruti Suzuki Dzire

LXi

Rs. 6.56 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Premier Rio [2012-2015]

Rs. 5.09 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Maruti Suzuki Dzire

LXi

Premier Rio [2012-2015]

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1173 cc, 4 Cylinders
Engine Type	1.2L DualJet	MPFi
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	89 bhp @ 6000 rpm	77 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	113 Nm @ 4400 rpm	104 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	22.41View Mileage Details
Driving Range (Km)	829
Drivetrain	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
3995 3970
Width (mm)
1735 1570
Height (mm)
1515 1730
Wheelbase (mm)
2450 2420
Ground Clearance (mm)
163 200
Kerb Weight (kg)
1080
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
4 5
Seating Capacity (Person)
5 5
No of Rows (Rows)
2 2
Bootspace (litres)
378 454
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
37 46

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	McPherson strut & coil spring
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	5 rods system
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	4.8	4.7
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel
Front Tyres	165 / 80 R14	205 / 70 R15
Rear Tyres	165 / 80 R14	205 / 70 R15

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Remote
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Co-Driver Only
Parking Sensors	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt
12V Power Outlets	1

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black and Beige
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front Only

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Black
Power Windows		Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs	Internally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Black
Interior Door Handles	Painted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Key	With Key

Exterior
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Lighting
Headlights Halogen
Taillights
LED
Fog Lights
Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps Front
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator

Entertainment, Information & Communication
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Speakers
4
Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)
2
Warranty (In Kilometres)
40000

Brochure

Colours

	Oxford Blue	Mystic Black
	Bluish Black	Topoz Blue
	Phoenix Red	Cherry Red
	Magma Grey	Sterling Silver
	Premium Silver	Tafeta White
	Sherwood Brown
	Arctic White

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Dzire vs Rio [2012-2015] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Maruti Suzuki Dzire and Premier Rio [2012-2015]?

Maruti Suzuki Dzire price is Rs. 6.56 Lakh and Premier Rio [2012-2015] price is Rs. 5.09 Lakh. Hence Premier Rio [2012-2015] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Dzire compared to Rio [2012-2015]?

For the LXi variant, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Dzire produces 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm of torque. For the GX variant, 1173 cc Petrol engine of Rio [2012-2015] produces 77 bhp @ 5800 rpm of power and 104 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque.

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Maruti Suzuki Dzire vs Premier Rio [2012-2015]

Length (mm)	3995	3970
Width (mm)	1735	1570
Height (mm)	1515	1730
Wheelbase (mm)	2450	2420
Ground Clearance (mm)	163	200
Kerb Weight (kg)		1080

Doors (Doors)	4	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	378	454
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	37	46

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Headlights	Halogen
Taillights	LED
Fog Lights		Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps	Front
Headlight Height Adjuster

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Speakers		4

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	40000

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking		Remote
Child Safety Lock

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers