Maruti Suzuki Dzire reaches 3.5 million production landmark

Maruti Suzuki Dzire has crossed the 3.5 million cumulative production milestone. It took the automaker 18 years and 9 months to achieve this feat. Back in March, the sedan crossed the 3 million cumulative sales milestone. Currently, the Dzire is manufactured at Maruti Suzuki’s facility in Manesar, Haryana. Its current-gen model was introduced in India back in November 2024.

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Maruti Suzuki Dzire: A brief production summary

Here is a quick look at the Dzire’s production landmarks since its launch in 2008.

Units produced	Timeline	Time taken to produce 5 lakh units
Start of Production	January 2008	–
5 lakh	July 2012	4 years 6 months
10 lakh	April 2015	2 years 9 months
15 lakh	July 2017	2 years 3 months
20 lakh	June 2019	1 year 11 months
25 lakh	June 2022	3 years
30 lakh	December 2024	2 years 6 months
35 lakh	October 2026	1 year 10 months

Powering the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is the 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, Z12E petrol engine. This engine produces a maximum power output of 80hp and 112Nm of torque. It can be mated to a 5-speed manual or AMT gearbox. With a manual transmission, this engine offers a mileage of 24.79kmpl. Automatic variants of the sedan offer a fuel economy of 25.71kmpl. In a CNG guise, this engine generates 70hp. The Dzire is one of the few cars in the market to offer an automatic gearbox with its CNG engine. The powertrain offers a mileage of 36.47km/kg.

When it comes to features, the current-gen Dzire has a 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Arkamys surround sound, a 4.2-inch coloured MID, cruise control, USB fast charger, rear AC vents, keyless entry, a 360-degree camera, an electric sunroof, and wireless charging. The Dzire is rated 5 stars for safety by the Bharat NCAP. Its safety features include 6 airbags, ESP, hill hold assist, ABS with EBD, brake assist, 3-point seatbelts with reminders for all passengers, and more.

Mr Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “The cumulative production of 3.5 million Dzire vehicles marks a significant milestone in the model’s journey. More importantly, it reflects the trust and affection of millions of customers across four generations. It is rare for a car to remain relevant for nearly two decades. Introduced in 2008, the Dzire has created a strong legacy by combining style, comfort and practicality. Across four generations, the sedan has evolved with changing customer aspirations while retaining its core strengths, helping it to sustain its position among India’s highest selling vehicles over the years.

I express my heartfelt gratitude to our customers for making Dzire a part of their lives, and to our employees, supplier and dealer partners whose contribution has made this journey possible. Together, they have shaped Dzire’s legacy and established it as one of India’s most successful passenger vehicles. Going forward, with increasing manufacturing scale, we remain committed to delivering world-class quality and delighting customers in India and across global markets.”

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Final Thoughts

Other than the Dzire, Alto, Swift, and Wagon R are the only Maruti cars to reach this production milestone. Prices for the compact sedan start at Rs 6.26 lakh and go up to Rs 11.05 lakh. It rivals the Tata Tigor, Hyundai Aura, and Honda Amaze in India.