Spotted: Maruti Suzuki Splash And A-star

[trinadha]

looks like a bigger car than wagonr and zen probably,in nextfive to six months we will have them in the showrooms

[blue_pulsar]

Originally Posted by trinadha

looks like a bigger car than wagonr and zen probably,in nextfive to six months we will have them in the showrooms

Here is the size of Splash when compared to Swift and WagonR

Splash: Length-3730;Width-1680;Height-1590 Manufacturer Data - Autocar.co.uk
WagonR: Length-3520;Width-1490;Height-1690
Swift: Length-3695;Width-1690;Height-1530

Overall, the Splash looks more roomy than the Swift. Splash is more in length and height compared to Swift and significantly more than a WagonR. We have to see how they have used space inside.

[mjkaushal]

Originally Posted by blue_pulsar

Here is the size of Splash when compared to Swift and WagonR

Splash: Length-3730;Width-1680;Height-1590 Manufacturer Data - Autocar.co.uk
WagonR: Length-3520;Width-1490;Height-1690
Swift: Length-3695;Width-1690;Height-1530

Overall, the Splash looks more roomy than the Swift. Splash is more in length and height compared to Swift and significantly more than a WagonR. We have to see how they have used space inside.

Hey guys,


Please welcome the latest " Rattle cars" on the road. What else can you expect from MUL. Even the service guys have given up fixing the rattles and I am on the verge of running my Swift without the doors , I know , but what can I do other than .

[MustangMan]

Hey Guys.. TBHP has gone global! Jalopnik is sourcing stuff from here! (via Topspeed!?!)
2009 Suzuki A-Star: Suzuki A-Star Goes From Concept To Reality In Six Months

[SirAlec]

Have they applied for any permissions from any of the moderators, or its just a ripp off

[aaggoswami]

Originally Posted by MustangMan

Hey Guys.. TBHP has gone global! Jalopnik is sourcing stuff from here! (via Topspeed!?!)

They also copied the G3HC spy shots and screamed at Water marks. :(


Taken positively, are they not appreciating our Indian engineers.

[sujaylahiri]

Originally Posted by aaggoswami

They also copied the G3HC spy shots and screamed at Water marks. :(


Taken positively, are they not appreciating our Indian engineers.

This thread was also quoted in Autoblog. For the new Suzuki A-star and Splash, and hence it's all over North America now.

Team-bhp is truly global now.
Here's the link:
Spy Shots: Production Suzuki A-Star spotted in India - Autoblog

[aaggoswami]

Originally Posted by sujaylahiri

This thread was also quoted in Autoblog. For the new Suzuki A-star and Splash, and hence it's all over North America now.

Team-bhp is truly global now.
Here's the link:
Spy Shots: Production Suzuki A-Star spotted in India - Autoblog

OMG, T-BHP is truly going global.

Now it looks like even developed market wants a car developed by mainly indian engineers. Cant wait to see what happens when it hits the market. Hopefully Maruti will plonk in diesel heart also.

[Mpower]

Originally Posted by blue_pulsar

Here is the size of Splash when compared to Swift and WagonR

Splash: Length-3730;Width-1680;Height-1590 Manufacturer Data - Autocar.co.uk
WagonR: Length-3520;Width-1490;Height-1690
Swift: Length-3695;Width-1690;Height-1530

Overall, the Splash looks more roomy than the Swift. Splash is more in length and height compared to Swift and significantly more than a WagonR. We have to see how they have used space inside.

Splash is supposed to be based on the same platform as the Swift only much taller. Overall it will be roomier than a Wagon w/o being excessively tall. Should be a killer package with the 1.3DDis

[Proxima]

Originally Posted by Mpower

Should be a killer package with the 1.3DDis

If it has a better ride quality/ suspension than the Swift, it will be a huge hit. What do you think the price difference will be between similar specd Swift and Splash?

Don't you think it will cannibalize the Swift?

[chncar]

Originally Posted by Proxima

If it has a better ride quality/ suspension than the Swift, it will be a huge hit. What do you think the price difference will be between similar specd Swift and Splash?

Don't you think it will cannibalize the Swift?

As far as I know the platform and the powertrain is the same, so is the level of refinement and features, so they it will be priced at least as much as the swift. The marketing will probably be different, reflecting that Swift is supposed to be a more stylish sporty car along the lines of the old Zen, while the Splash will be positioned as a practical family car.

I think since most Indians are driven by practicality and value and lots of people are not happy with the rear seat space and boot space of the Swift, the Splash could easily overtake it in volumes.

Knowing Maruti, Splash and A-Star will be additional models to the lineup and will not replace anything, you can bet your last paisa that Maruti will continue to flog the existing Wagon R and Alto for many years to come.

[wmax]

Great SCOOP.
If the Ater is proces at the Alto range it will be definitely worth buying .
SPLASH too is goin to Rock m Sure, Thanks for the nice pics.

More pics will be appreciated.

[aaggoswami]

Originally Posted by Proxima

Don't you think it will cannibalize the Swift?

Originally Posted by Mpower

Splash is supposed to be based on the same platform as the Swift only much taller. Overall it will be roomier than a Wagon w/o being excessively tall. Should be a killer package with the 1.3DDis

Splash is based on Swift Platform. Internationally it was aimed at replacement of Wagon R. Here the Wagon R is still going very strong despite the competition. Positioning will be a matter as the Splash is slightly more roomier than the Swift. It has better packaging than Swift.

Maruti will try to position the Splash in between Wagon R and Swift, IMO.

[Mpower]

Originally Posted by Proxima

If it has a better ride quality/ suspension than the Swift, it will be a huge hit. What do you think the price difference will be between similar specd Swift and Splash?

Don't you think it will cannibalize the Swift?

They co-exist peacefully in many other markets and the Splash is slightly more expensive. Better ride and more room but not as sporty. Like someone said, Swift is for the younger crowd and Splash is for growing families.

[chevelle]

Guys
here is the interior of Splash.
The first interior was of a-star.

For comparo, if you have a look inside of the black car you can see vertical rectangular air vents on right, so basically the interior picture on first page is of a-star and the interior picture below is of splash. This will clear lots of doubt.