Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

Exterior

So, while Maruti Suzuki has done its job by giving it’s ‘mini-SUV’ a raised bonnet, tall-stance, and flared arches, the end result is quite disproportionate. The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso new model gets a chunky cladding and a toothy-grille at the front. The angular headlamps lack flair.

The upright stance is more evident from the side. And while the flared wheel arches are a nice addition, the 14-inch wheels – which do miss out on alloys – look puny. The rear-end, too, lacks flair. Just like the front, the rear bumper, too, houses a chunky cladding, while the taillamps are just simple and plain.

Variants

The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso variants are as follows: Std, Std (O), LXi, LXi (O), VXi, VXi (O), and VXi Plus. Despite the fact that it sits in a price-sensitive segment, the S-Presso gets dual airbags, ABS with EBD, seatbelt alerts for the front passengers, reverse parking camera and a speed alert system.

Moreover, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso on-road price also includes some goodies such as a 7.0-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple Carplay, and Android Auto, steering-mounted audio controls, a digital instrument cluster, remote central locking, and internally-adjustable wing mirrors.

Interior

The interiors of the S-Presso are a huge departure from its exterior. Well, at least on the way it looks. The disproportionate S-Presso has enough space to seat four tall passengers and despite the fact that it’s finished in an all-black layout, it’s quite roomy with a sense of space.

The instrument cluster is fitted above the central console, followed by a 7.0-inch touchscreen in the middle – Smartplay Studio system – and the controls for the air-con in the lower half. The steering is a three-spoke unit, which is already seen on the WagonR and Ignis.

Engine Specifications & Performance

Under the hood, the S-Presso comes powered with the company’s K10B engine. It displaces 998cc and produces 67bhp and 90Nm of torque. While a 5-speed manual is a standard fit, it also comes with the option of an AMT gearbox on higher variants.

Despite having three-cylinders, this engine makes the car an absolute hoot to drive. It has a respectable low-end, but it truly delivers most in the higher band of the rev range. It loves to rev and it even has a nice soundtrack at higher revolutions.