Maruti A-Star Mileage, Average And Fuel Economy
Maruti A Star comes
loaded with innovative KB series, 998cc, 3 cylinder, 12 valve, DOHC
powertrain that is mated with 5 speed manual gearbox and 4 speed
automatic transmission-available with only VXi variant. This upgraded
powertrain of the car produces a top power of 67 PS at 6200 rpm and a
peak torque of 90 Nm at 3500 rpm. This new KB series engine meets with
new BS IV emission norms in India, as well as Euro 4 and Euro 5 and thus
emits less Co2 and claims to be more environment friendly.The 1.0 litre KB series engine of Maruti A Star is thought to be the best in fuel efficient cars of its class and generate more power, no noise and lower vibration and harshness. The car delivers a mileage of 18.9 kmpl on highway and 14.6 kmpl in the city, though, with AT transmission the mileage will be around 17 kmpl. This enhanced fuel economy is a result of the light weight aluminum powetrain which ensures better combustion of every drop of fuel.
Maruti A-Star Power
The newly launched Maruti A Star is
powered by the same KB series 998cc, 3 cylinder, 12 valve, DOHC
powertrain that belts out a maximum power of 67 Ps at 6200 rpm and a top
torque of 90 Nm at 3500 rpm. The car is incorporated with 4 speed
automatic transmission which promises higher acceleration and
performance whereas other variants of the car comes with manual type 5
speed gearbox. The KB10 engine of the Maruti A Star is designed to get more power value and nimble acceleration.
The automatic gear system is meant for fun driving that also promises no
loss of power while shifting gears unlike manual transmission. The
mileage figures certainly lowers but automatic gears improves overall
performance of the car. This automatic gear system help the driver to
drive in crowded areas where one needs to change gears every now and
then.
Maruti A-Star Acceleration & Pick-Up
Maruti A Star is
available with 1.0 litre, 12 valve, 3 cylinder, DOHC that is loaded
with 5 speed manual gearbox and 4 speed automatic transmission (only in
VXi variant). The powerplant of the vehicle develops a top power output
of 67 Ps at 6200 rpm and churns out a max torque value of 90 Nm at 3500
rpm. With the help of 4 speed automatic gearbox, the car allows fun
riding with more power and acceleration.During the test ride taken by our auto experts,it was found that the Maruti A Star Automatic takes 17.5 seconds to cover 0-100 kmph mark that is quite remarkable for a hatchback. You can hardly achieve the top speed of 140 while after the top speed of 125 kmph, it starts shaking or vibrating but below that speed, the car runs as smooth as butter.
Maruti A-Star Exterior
They say, first impression is the last impression; and when we talk about cars, the first impression is its exterior appearance. Maruti A-Star catches
the eye at first sight with its European styling and aerodynamic
design. From front to rear, it’s a great piece of designing that has
resemblance of sports car with a hatchback design. The overall style of
the Maruti A Star is muscular and aerodynamic; the exterior has well
crafted components painted in body colour.
The front face of the Maruti A-Star is dressed with
frog eye-shaped extended headlamps, wide open shaped grille slot, small
leaf shaped fog lamp slot (with no standard fog lamps). The compact
bonnet has wide swept nose design. The wide wheel arch is another
noticeable item at front; it has very small turning lights. The front
windscreen is fitted with intermittent wiper and washers.
The manually adjustable ORVMs and door handles are painted in body
colour which enhances the sporty and stylish look of the four-wheeler.
The door opening is wide enough to allow all size passengers to easily
enter and exit the vehicle. The rear side view of the Maruti A-Star is
quite stylish attributed to its vertically placed taillight, boot lid,
and compact rear windscreen; the bumper has body match as well. The car
comes with high-mounted brake light that gives clear signal to the
drivers behind. The rear seat bench of the car does not have middle
passenger's headrest that makes the rear side view uninterrupted. In the
revamped A-star hatchback, the company has added a rear spoiler more
enhancing the aerodynamics and new alloy wheels that upgrade the side
profile.
Maruti A-Star Interior
The real picture of European design of Maruti A-Star becomes
vivid when you open the door of the car and enter in the cabin, it has
neatly designed dashboard with clear instrumentation. Maruti gave A-star
a minor facelift in 2012 in which the interiors of A-Star were spiced
up. The new dual ‘grey and beige’ interiors blend well with rich beige
upholstery. Smart combination of colors, imparts roominess in the cabin.
Maruti Suzuki has reworked on the front headrests to give a roomier
feeling to the interiors. The 50:50 rear split seats have enhanced user
convenience and boot space usage. In addition, useful and handy cubby
holes, bottle holders have been created for passenger comfort and ease.
The distinctive composed dashboard houses crimson illuminated meter
console for better visibility and stylish pop-up tachometer (only in ZXi
variant), funky AC vents at both ends and centrally placed twin ducts,
audio system, AC controls, parking light, cigarette lighter, etc.
The dashboard is mounted with speed sensitive three spoke urethane power
steering wheel for better control. Needle punch floor carpet is
standard to all variants. There are a few added interior features
including 3 position cabin lights, assist grip for co-driver and rear
passengers, sun visor with ticket holder, door ajar warning light,
ashtray, accessory socket, Key off reminder, vanity mirrors and rear
luggage shelf are available only with higher-end variant of Maruti
A-Star.
The Maruti A-Star Automatic is equipped with driver seat height adjuster
that allows the driver to adjust the seat as per his/her convenience.
The seats are provided with seat belts that assure safety of the
passengers.
Interior Comfort
Maruti A Star comes with a host of comfort features that make sure of
driver and passenger's comfort. The new Maruti A-Star Automatic is
available with driver seat adjustment which is a much-demanded feature.
If we talk about the space inside the front seat row, it has sufficient
legroom, headroom and shoulder room. In line with the customer feedback,
scooped front seats back was introduced to enhance the leg room for
rear passengers. The rear seat is designed for three passengers but only
two occupants can seat comfortably and accommodating three passengers
would create a little problem: after all it is a hatchback and should
not be blamed for less space. The front seats have integrated headrests
while the rear seat bench has only two. The car is blessed with power
steering positioned at a decent height for controlled and easy driving.
Maruti A Star has been equipped with Air Conditioner that intelligently
works to keep the inside atmosphere cool. In addition to this, the car
comes loaded with integrated audio system with 4 speakers. The company
has provided audio system and AC in this affordable hatchback car
uncommon to the segment. The car comes with automatic gearbox that frees
you from changing gears, a feature liked by many. Other comfort
features include remote controlled door locks, central door locks, boot
lid opener, fuel lid opener, front and rear electronic power windows,
dash integrated glove box and rear luggage shelf, manual outside
mirrors, etc.
New Maruti A-Star comes with useful and handy cubby holes, bottle holders have been created for passenger comfort and ease.
Maruti A-Star Engine Capacity & Performance
Maruti A Star is the first product of the company which is loaded with KB series engine in India that also meets with new emission norms in India (BS IV) as well as Euro 4 and Euro 5. The heart of the car, its powertrain, is fitted at front side under its attractive bonnet. The 998cc, 3 cylinder, 12 valve, KB series mill of the Maruti A Star churns out a top power of 67 Ps at 6200 rpm and pumps out a peak torque of 90 NM at the rate of 3500 rpm. The new powertrain of the car is incorporated with 5 speed manual transmission and 4 speed automatic transmission (only in LXi variant).
The KB series, codenamed KB10 is claimed to be the most fuel efficient and environment friendly engine due to its light weight design and advanced technology for greater fuel combustion and minimum friction. The engine gives the best fuel efficiency in its class with lower Co2 emissions. This high performance mill of the Maruti A Star is designed to minimise emission, engine noise, vibration and harshness. With the new Maruti A Star AT, you can get more power and acceleration something that will make your drive a memorable one. However, the mileage delivery is not the same as in MT one but A Star AT is not meant for mileage conscious people, but for those with the need for speed. The engine performs very well at revs and thus ensures zipper acceleration.
Maruti A-Star Wheels
With the Maruti A-Star facelift
in 2012 the top end version now comes with new alloy wheels. This
feature was much needed cosmetic enhancement for the hatchback. Before
that, Maruti A-Star AT was launched with 13 inch long wheels. The
specification of the tyres read as - 155/80R13 (front and rear tyres).
Maruti A-Star LXi variant is available with centre cap type wheel covers
while the rest of the wheels come with full wheel cover.