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Maruti is running a service campaign for the Baleno (petrol and diesel), Vitara Brezza and S-Cross over a possible steering problem.

According to an email to its service centres, Maruti has stated that if any customer reports sticky movement of the steering along with an abnormal noise, the steering column assembly should be replaced free of cost. An additional extended warranty of 3 years will be provided on the replaced steering column assembly for a total of 2+3 = 5 years.

For vehicles that don't have a valid warranty, this replacement will be carried out by the company under goodwill.

Mr. Sathish Kumar has also shared a video that depicts the clicking noise from the steering wheel (at full lock) before being replaced.

Maruti Suzuki has announced the pricing for the updated S-Cross. The crossover is available in 4 variants with prices starting at Rs. 8.85 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Maruti is now offering rear parking sensors, speed alert and passenger side seat belt reminder as standard across all variants of the S-Cross. New features that have been added to the Delta trim include machined alloy wheels, cruise control, automatic climate control, electric foldable ORVMs with integrated turn signals and rear washer, wiper and defogger. 

The top-spec Alpha variant gets automatic LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs, rain sensing wipers, leather upholstery, SmartPlay touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity among others.

The S-Cross is available with a 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine with mild hybrid technology. It produces 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

Variant-wise ex-showroom prices:

Sigma - Rs. 8.85 lakh

Delta - Rs. 9.97 lakh

Zeta - Rs. 10.45 lakh

Alpha - Rs. 11.45 lakh

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Following the launch of the Ciaz facelift, Maruti Suzuki has updated the S-Cross with new features. 

Safety features like the Speed Alert System, passenger seat belt reminder and rear parking sensors are now standard across all variants. The Delta variant now gets automatic climate control, cruise control, smart keyless entry with engine start/stop button, machined alloy wheels, rear wiper and washer and auto folding ORVMs with integrated turn signals.

The S-Cross facelift was launched in October 2017. It is available in 4 variants - Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha. Powering the S-Cross is a 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine with mild hybrid technology. It puts out 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm and comes paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Rumours suggest that Maruti could offer the new 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine that debuted with the Ciaz facelift on the S-Cross sometime in the future.

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Maruti Suzuki may be planning to launch a petrol variant of the S-Cross. According to a Google Ad posted by the company, the prices for the S-Cross petrol could start at Rs. 8.10 lakh (ex-showroom). The ad links to the Nexa website, which does not have any details of the petrol variant. The ad has since been removed.

The petrol variant might get the new 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine that will be making its debut on the Ciaz facelift. However, there has been no official word from Maruti regarding the same.

The Maruti S-Cross facelift was launched in October 2017. At present, it is only offered with a 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine with built-in mild hybrid technology. The engine produces 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. There are also rumours of a 1.6-litre diesel engine making a comeback on the S-Cross.

According to a media report, 9 out of 15 Maruti Suzuki cars currently on sale in India meet the new crash test norms that will come into effect from October 1, 2019. These include the S-Cross, Ciaz, Ertiga, Vitara Brezza, Baleno, Swift, Dzire, Ignis and Celerio. 

Passenger cars like the WagonR, Alto K10 and Alto 800 do not comply with the latest crash regulations. However, replacements for these models are currently under development and the new cars are expected to meet the safety regulations.

As far as cars like the Eeco and Omni are concerned, it was reported back in March 2018 that Maruti might upgrade both these models.

As per the revised regulations, cars sold in India will have to pass a new set of crash tests, which include full-frontal impact, off-set frontal impact and side impact tests. The rules will be applicable to all new cars sold in the country. Additionally, new pedestrian safety norms will also come into force from October 1, 2018 for all new cars launched in India and will extend to all new cars sold from October 1, 2020.

Source: Autocar India

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Maruti Suzuki has officially rolled out the latest update for the infotainment system on select models and is updating customer cars at service centres. The Android Auto function is now available on the touchscreen-equipped models of Ciaz, S-Cross, Baleno, Vitara Brezza and Ertiga.

Maruti has sent out a circular to authorized service centres notifying them about the software update. The circular also mentions that select variants falling in the specified Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) range and produced after the given cut-off dates should be updated with the latest software. Vehicles will receive the updates whenever they report to the workshop. 

There are a few precautions that need to be taken while updating the software. These have been listed out in the circular. If customers wish to update the software on their own, they can do so by downloading the setup files from this link.

Maruti Suzuki is likely to launch the S-Cross facelift this month. A recent media report suggests that the crossover could be launched on September 26, 2017. Meanwhile, dealerships have reportedly started accepting pre-bookings from September 1, 2017 onwards.

The Maruti S-Cross facelift comes with revised exterior styling elements which will include a chrome grille, redesigned headlights, new bumpers and new alloy wheels. Interiors of the vehicle are expected to remain unchanged apart from the addition of a 7.0-inch SmartPlay touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink support.

Earlier reports suggest that the S-Cross facelift may not get the 1.6-litre diesel engine. Instead, Maruti will only offer the 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine on the new model. This engine produces 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm. The engine will likely be paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Rumours also suggest that the Maruti might add the SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle from Suzuki) technology to the 1.3 L engine, though there has been no official confirmation regarding the same.

Source: India.com

Maruti Suzuki is likely to launch the S-Cross facelift next month. According to a media report, the company might discontinue the 1.6-litre diesel engine and offer the vehicle only with the 1.3-litre unit.

The report claims that the demand for the 1.6-litre version of the S-Cross has been low, which has prompted dealerships to stop accepting new orders for it. The report also claims that production of the said variant has been terminated. Apparently, the 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel will be the only engine on offer. This unit produces 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and a peak torque of 200 Nm @ 1,750 rpm. The 1.3-litre motor could be offered with the same 5-speed manual transmission as the current S-Cross.

Spy images have indicated that the S-Cross facelift will get revised front end styling comprising of a new chrome grille with vertical slats, a new set of headlight clusters with projectors and a reworked front bumper. It is also likely to get a redesigned rear bumper, tail lights and a new set of alloy wheels. The interior is likely to remain unchanged apart from an updated infotainment system.

While official bookings for the S-Cross are rumoured to open on September 1, 2017, dealerships are reported to have started accepting bookings. 

Source: Overdrive

Media reports suggest that Nexa dealerships across India will start accepting bookings for the Maruti S-Cross facelift from September 1, 2017. The car's launch is rumoured to be in September.

The S-Cross facelift is likely to get a new chrome grille with vertical slats, redesigned headlights with projectors and integrated LED DRLs and a revised bumper at the front. It is expected to get a set of new alloy wheels as well. The rear of the car is likely to receive new tail lights and a reworked bumper. The interior of the vehicle is expected to be carried over from the current model, albeit with minor updates. The car's Smartplay infotainment system is expected to gain Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

The facelifted version of the S-Cross is expected to be offered with the same set of engines as the current model. At present, the car is offered with a choice of two diesel engines. The first one is a 1,248cc unit producing 89 BHP @ 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm. This engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The second engine is a 1,598cc unit developing 118 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 320 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm. This unit is offered with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The S-Cross comes in a two-wheel drive configuration only.

There are rumours that a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is being tested in the S-Cross, though there is no news about its expected date of launch. 

Source: Cartoq

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Android Auto and Map upgrades are now available for Maruti Suzuki's older SmartPlay infotainment systems, that didn't come with Android Auto in the first place. While the Maruti Ignis and Dzire, which also use the SmartPlay infotainment system, were launched with Android Auto connectivity feature, older vehicles with the SmartPlay system, including the Ciaz, S-Cross, Baleno and Vitara Brezza, did not have Android Auto bundled with the system from day 1.

However, Maruti now appears to have introduced a software update that will add Android Auto connectivity in the older SmartPlay infotainment system. Owners can contact their nearest Maruti service centre and ask for the update.

In addition to Android Auto, there is also a new update for the maps of older SmartPlay systems, which will upgrade the navigation system to its 2017 version. The update is of 2.5 GB and will be valid until 2020.