Tata Motors has introduced the Aris in the compact sedan segment, positioning it to compete with the Maruti Suzuki Dzire. While the Dzire is already available in Nepal, the Aris has only recently launched in India. A potential future arrival in Nepal would offer buyers a new choice in this category.
Key Specifications
Both vehicles share a length of 3995 mm and a wheelbase of 2450 mm. The Aris offers a ground clearance of 170 mm and 419 liters of boot space, while the Dzire provides 163 mm of ground clearance and 382 liters of boot space.
Performance and Efficiency
- Tata Aris: Uses a 1.2-liter petrol engine producing 85 BHP and 113 Nm of torque. The CNG version produces 74 BHP and 97 Nm of torque.
- Maruti Suzuki Dzire: Uses a 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder Z-series engine producing 80 BHP and 112 Nm of torque. The CNG version produces 69 BHP and 102 Nm of torque.
Regarding fuel efficiency, the Aris petrol is rated at 19 km/l and the CNG at 24 km/kg. The Dzire petrol is rated at 25.15 km/l and the CNG at 35.63 km/kg.
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