New Maruti Swift Dzire VXi Ownership Review


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It was June 2013 that our 6 years old zen estilo lxi started giving trouble and it spend almost every alternate day in the MASS. So it was time to look for a new car as a replacement for our estilo. The search began.
The cars considered:-
1. 2013 M.S. Wagon R Vxi(o)
2. 2013 M.S. Ritz Zxi
3. 2013 Swift Zxi
4 Toyota Etios and liva

Went for the test drive of Wagon R with my Dad. Both of us liked the car. But mom didnt like it coz she loves low slung cars than tallboys. So left out.

Ritz was rejected by my dad for its rear looks despite agreeing that it was comfortable and has excellent dash layout.[roll]

Now came the car i really wanted to buy Swift zxi . Dad also liked it during the test drive. came back to the showroom worked the numbers and my dad was about to make the advance when a blue dzire vxi arrived. [frustration]

Dzire was not even considered firstly. dad asked for a test drive but the vehicle was unable on that day. they promised to give us a doorstep test drive a couple of days after.

Next day went for the test drive of etios sedan. loved the car. but reason for rejection were the centrally placed dials, high nvh and integrated seat( something i hate the most).

After taking the test drive of the dzire both my mom and dad were blown away. so booked one the very next moment. I was like pleease can we book the swift you get same leg space and all expect the protrusion (boot).

One week after got a call from the dealer 3 blue dzires have arrived from MSIL only that day morning. Went with a PDI Checklist and decoded the VIN. it came out to be manufactured only 10 days before. Gave a nod for the paperworks. and on 25th july 2013 (the day before my birthday) took my new angel home. took her for a short drive along kona expressway and was amazed at her stability( compared to estilo).

Free accessories offered:-
1. mud flap
2. floor mat
3. perfume bottle
4. steering wheel cover (art leather)
5. Side beadings ( fought for it)

accessories fitted
1. Reverse parking sensor (rs. 6400 approx)
2. wind visors( rs. 600)
3. cotton velvet seat covers(rs. 3300)
4. chassis coating (paid for metachem, applied 3m)[evil]
5. Garware sunfilm (rs 1400)
6. STATUS Brand bumper protector strip (900)

pictures will follow soon along with more reviews and questions!!
Thank you for reading.. this is my first ownership review in TAI..

NOTE:- I am just an amature photographer so please bear with the quality
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our dzire in the background. spotted this car during our first P.U.C.
 
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Re: Ownership review of swift dzire Vxi

Very good review. Wish you many happy miles ahead. Do you drive the car ?

The bumper protectors look good design, where did you get them from ?
 
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Re: Ownership review of swift dzire Vxi

Very neat and clean review....I like this color very much.What about the mileage and ODO reading now?
 
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Re: Ownership review of swift dzire Vxi

Heartiest congratulations on your dzire and this shade looks superb.
Why two air freshners and if you are still using the air vents plugged one, remove if from above the music system and place it on the either sides of the vents.
wish you many happy miles with it.Do post some interior shots.
And finally Kitna deti hai? [;)]
 
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Re: Ownership review of swift dzire Vxi

Very good review. Wish you many happy miles ahead. Do you drive the car ?

The bumper protectors look good design, where did you get them from ?
i dont drive it daily. there s a chauffer for that. but whenever both of us( dizzy and me) are free.. we hit the road.. the bumper protectors were purchased from GRANDPRIX RELOADED kolkata..
 
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Re: Ownership review of swift dzire Vxi

Very neat and clean review....I like this color very much.What about the mileage and ODO reading now?
thanks Swiftkolkata.. the odo as of today morning was 5343. and regarding the mileage the mid hovers arount 14-14.5 with 80% ac.. and from tank ful to tankful its 13.7 on an average
 
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Re: Ownership review of swift dzire Vxi

Heartiest congratulations on your dzire and this shade looks superb.
Why two air freshners and if you are still using the air vents plugged one, remove if from above the music system and place it on the either sides of the vents.
wish you many happy miles with it.Do post some interior shots.
And finally Kitna deti hai? [;)]
the two air freshners because due to the monsoon season's foul smells inside and also due to dirty cabin filter. the vent one was removed long time ago.. it does duty in my room's a/c now.:stupid:

more pictures pics of interior engine bay boot and all will follow very soon..
 
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Today while washing the car noticed the drivers door handle to be a little loose.. i mean there was a bit of horizontal play. . went to the showroom the guys said talk to some x y z in their workshop they will be able to tell it.. planned to visit there on Friday..Would i get it replaced under warranty? or will i have to shell out money from my pocket!!!! lets hope for the best.[sad]
 
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Which MASS you are going to visit?
Since i reside in behala, i think it would be more convinent to visit machino techno workshop on taratala road. Almost have no other options and my last 2 visit regarding replacement of door lock (left front once and rear left once) with estilo can be described in one word..PATHETIC. the showroom guys can troubleshoot the problem better than the workshop guys. Just because our car was taken from them my dad kept on insisting to visit them.[frustration]
 
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Took the dizzy for a 25-30km spin around the outskirts of the town. rain drenched afternoon.. very few traffic. touched 100 for the first time with dizzy.. absolutely no issues. A drive to remember.. woow the a/c @ position 1 almost chilled my bone.. and guess what got an f.e. of 15.5 with ac (M.I.D. displayed so).[:D]
 
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went for the 3rd free service today
Done from:- Machino Techno Workshop Taratala
Cost:- Rs 1165
Jobs done:- Replacement of oil filter, changing of engine oil, premium foam car wash as they name it(offered free), interior cleaning, got my front right door handle problem fixed.
Time taken:- around 2 hours
Rating:- 4.7 out of 5 ( would have given them 5 if the handling of cars were a little better)...
 

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