| Battery & Range | - 1.5L Smart Hybrid petrol; claimed mileage 20.58 km/l (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Fuel tank capacity 45 litres (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - 1.5L K15B petrol, claimed mileage 16.94 kmpl
- Fuel tank capacity 40 litres
- Real-world mileage varies with terrain and load
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 1462cc K15C Smart Hybrid petrol engine, 4-cylinder (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Mild-hybrid with integrated starter generator, 2WD (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - 1.5L K15B petrol with Idle Start Stop
- Power 104.8 PS @ 6000 rpm
- Torque 134.2 Nm @ 4000 rpm
- 5-speed manual transmission
- ALLGRIP PRO part-time 4WD system
- Ladder-frame chassis with rigid axles
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase 2600 mm (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Ground clearance 210 mm (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Wheelbase 2590 mm
- Ground clearance 210 mm
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| Dimensions | - Length 4345 mm, width 1795 mm, height 1645 mm (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Kerb weight 1180–1210 kg depending on equipment (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Length 3985 mm, width 1645 mm, height 1720 mm
- Kerb weight around 1205 kg
- 5-seater layout
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| Cargo | - Boot space 373 litres with rear seat up (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- 60:40 split-fold rear seats to extend cargo (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Boot space 211 litres with all seats up
- Extended storage up to 332 litres with seats folded
- Flat, wipe-clean rear floor when seats down
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| Comfort & Interior | - Premium fabric/leatherette upholstery with soft-touch dash (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Automatic climate control; rear AC vents (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Rear centre armrest with cup holders (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Fabric seats with manual adjustment
- Simple, utilitarian dashboard design
- Manual air-conditioning, heater
- Upright seating with good front visibility
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen with HD display (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- 360-degree camera and cruise control (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Touchscreen infotainment system
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- Steering-mounted audio controls
- Idle Start Stop for better efficiency
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| Safety | - Dual front, side, and curtain airbags (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- ESP with hill hold, hill descent (AT) (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Six airbags standard
- ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
- ESP and Hill Assist control
- Brake LSD traction aid
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| Design & Exterior | - Dual-tone exterior options with contrast roof (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- 17-inch precision-cut alloy wheels (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- LED tail lamps with connecting light bar (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Boxy SUV styling with 5-door body
- Round LED headlamps and 5-slot grille
- 195/80 R15 tyres, steel/alloy depending on trim
- Available colors: Blue, Grey, White, Silver, Red, Brown
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| Sales & Imports | - High-spec Smart Hybrid trim popular in urban Nepal (techlekh.com, market report)[2]
- Sold via CG|Motocorp Suzuki car showrooms nationwide (Suzuki Cars Nepal dealer locator)[3]
| - Imported as CBU/CKD under Maruti Suzuki network
- Targeted at lifestyle and off-road buyers
- Launched in Nepal in two main trims: Zeta and Alpha
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Strong features for the price; 9-inch infotainment and camera add value (techlekh.com)[2]
| - Priced as niche off-road SUV versus urban crossovers
- Strong capability but higher price than compact SUVs
- Value in 4x4 hardware, not luxury features
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| Pros | - Rich feature list including 360 camera, larger screen (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
- Automatic gearbox suits city and highway comfort (Nepal brochure 2023-NP.pdf)[1]
| - Excellent off-road capability with proper 4WD
- High ground clearance and durable ladder frame
- Compact dimensions suited to narrow Nepali roads
- Distinctive design and strong brand heritage
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| Cons | - Higher price close to full-hybrid competitors (techlekh.com comparison)[2]
- Still mild-hybrid; no EV-only drive like strong hybrid (India-spec comparison)[4]
| - Interior feels basic versus similarly priced SUVs
- On-road comfort and refinement limited by off-road focus
- Fuel efficiency only average for 1.5L petrol
- Rear cargo space modest with all seats up
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