5 Star rated New Dzire will not be sold as taxi

Maruti Dzire is a popular choice for both consumers as well as fleet and taxi operators. For the latter group that uses cars for commercial purposes, Maruti offers the Dzire Tour S variant. Tour S has some distinctive features that make it better suited for commercial operations.

With the new Dzire launched, it may seem that the Dzire Tour S variant will also be updated.

However, that is not the case. At least, not right now. It may take a few years for the Dzire Tour S to be updated to the 4th-gen format.

Till then, the Tour S will continue in its existing 3rd-gen format. However, it is unlikely that Tour S buyers will have any major concerns regarding this approach.

In case of previous generation models also, the Tour S used to be updated at a later stage.

Moreover, the needs of private consumers are quite distinct in comparison to that of fleet and taxi operators. The existing Dzire Tour S is well-equipped and has a robust demand. As per estimates, Tour S contributes close to 40% of the overall sales of Dzire.

That’s quite a large number considering that more than 1.65 lakh units were sold in FY 2023-24. On a monthly basis, Dzire Tour S sales are around 5k units. That means Tour S alone sells more units per month than the second best selling entry-level sedan – Hyundai Aura.

Designed in line with the needs and preferences of fleet and taxi operators, Dzire Tour has a speed limiting function. Its top speed is capped at 80 km/h.

There is no such limitation with the Dzire sold to private consumers. 3rd-gen Tour S utilizes a 1.2-litre petrol engine that generates 90 PS and 113 Nm of torque.

While the standard Dzire has automatic transmission option, the Tour S is available with only a 5-speed manual transmission.

Even though the new 4th-gen Dzire offers higher mileage, the 3rd-gen Tour S is not very far behind. Tour S has a rated fuel efficiency of 23.15 km/l when running on petrol.

Tour S is also available with CNG option, wherein it delivers a mileage of 32.12 km/kg.

In comparison, the new 4th-gen Dzire has mileage of 24.79 km/l with the manual and 25.71 km/l with the AMT variant. Dzire CNG variant has mileage of 33.73 km/kg.