One of the key attractions of a sub-compact sedan or SUV is its value for money proposition. While the value for money variants of the sub-compact SUVs start at over ₹9 lakh, ex-showroom, the sedans do cost much lesser. If you are in the market for a sub-compact sedan with a budget of under ₹9 lakh, the Amaze’s base variant and the Dzire’s mid spec VXI trim level can be a smart choice. Here is a comparison between the 2024 Honda Amaze V and the 2024 Maruti Suzuki VXi in terms of specs, features and price.
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2024 Honda Amaze V vs 2024 Maruti Suzuki VXi: Specs
The 2024 Dzire uses the same 1.2-litre, three-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine that made its debut earlier in the Maruti SuzukiSwift. In the Dzire, the engine produces 80 bhp and 111 Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual transmission and a five speed AMT. Additionally, with the VXi variant, CNG powertrain is also available which produces 69bhp and 102Nm, with a claimed mileage of 33.73 km/kg.
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The Honda Amaze on the other hand 2024 Honda Amaze uses the same 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder engine as before with an option to choose from either a 5-speed manual or a CVT gearbox. The engine produces 89 bhp and 110 Nm of torque. The 2024 Amaze is also available with a CNG powertrain, however the CNG kit is fitted at the dealership level with an additional cost of ₹1 lakh.
2024 Honda Amaze V vs 2024 Maruti Suzuki VXi: Features
The mid-spec 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXi gets black 14 inch steel rims with wheel covers along with chrome-finished front grille, side indicators on the ORVMs, and body-coloured door handles and ORVMs. Inside, the main highlight is the seven-inch SmartPlay Pro touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The 2024 Dzire VXi also includes steering-mounted controls along with USB, Bluetooth connectivity and a four-speaker setup. Other convenience features include rear AC vents, a rear centre armrest with cup holders, USB Type-A and Type-C fast charging ports for second-row passengers and additional USB Type-A charging port on the centre console. The driver also benefits from a height-adjustable seat, while the ORVMs are electrically adjustable and foldable.
Meanwhile, the base spec 2024 Honda Amaze comes well equipped as far as base models are concerned. The base V variant comes with 14-inch steel wheels with plastic covers, LED projector headlights with DRLs, LED taillights, a shark-fin antenna and body-coloured ORVMs.
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On the inside the new model offers an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay playing music through a set of 4 speakers, a 7-inch semi-digital driver’s display with MID, fabric upholstery, rear armrest with cupholders, a manually controlled AC, voice commands, steering mounted controls, tilt adjustable steering, paddle shifters (on CVT only), keyless entry, electric trunk lock with keyless release, electric power windows for all passengers 6 airbags and ISOFIX child seat mounts. Other features included in the safety kit are ABS with EBD, traction control, electronic stability control, hill start assist, day/night IRVM and rear parking sensors.
2024 Honda Amaze V vs 2024 Maruti Suzuki VXi: Price
The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXi trim level with the manual transmission is priced at ₹7.79 lakh, while the automatic transmission is priced at ₹8.24 lakh, ex-showroom. The 2024 VXi trim level is also available with the CNG powertrain priced at ₹8.74 lakh.
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Meanwhile, the Honda Amaze V with a manual transmission is priced at ₹8 lakh (ex-showroom), while the CVT option costs ₹9.20 lakh. The CNG option costs an additional ₹1 lakh and can be had with both the manual transmission and CVT.
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First Published Date: 19 Dec 2024, 18:10 PM IST
