Maruti Suzuki launched the Ritz Automatic in the Indian market at Rs. 6.15 lakhs. Maruti has launched the face lifted Ritz in 3 phases: first the diesel variant in September followed by the petrol variant in November.
The Automatic variant is available on the VXi variant only. ABS & EBD is available as an option on the Automatic variant.
New features include:
- Integrated Rear Spoiler
- Boomerang Tail Lamps
- Driver Seat Height Adjuster
- New Premium Dual Tone Interiors
- New Audio System with USB
- Intelligent Spaces (Under Seat Tray, Coin Receptacle, Shopping Bag Hook)
The petrol variant starts at Rs. 4.28 lakhs while the diesel variant starts at Rs. 5.35 lakhs. (ex-showroom Delhi)
Other Automatic options in the same segment
Hyundai offers the i10 with Automatic option in two trim levels: Sportz AT GLS at Rs. 533,950 & Asta AT WS GLS at Rs. 627,290. Honda also have introduced the Brio with a automatic gear box as an option. The S (O) AT is priced at Rs. 574,000 while the top model VAT is priced at Rs. 599,000.
In comparison to the i10 & Brio, the Ritz Automatic seems to be pricey. Maruti is certainly charging a premium for the Ritz AT and this may make the customers consider competition models over the Ritz.
