For Maruti Suzuki, the C-segment has been a bit of a mixed bag. While the Suzuki Swift Dzire has been a runaway success, the SX4 has seen it all - from great days to not-so-great ones. No one ever doubted that the SX4 presented very good value in a package that stands out from among the crowd. And yet, somehow, the charm of other contenders like the new Honda City has taken away the sheen from the SX4. But now it's back, donning added tresses, a new hairdo and some more power.
The facelifted SX4 now sports a new honeycomb grille, newer less flashy alloy wheels with more spokes and new clearer tail lamps. In addition, you also get VVT badges on the flanks - an indicator that things have changed under the hood. On the inside, the SX4 ZXi gets new mock wood trim and colour co-ordination and an updated stereo system to handle all your USB based music. Some of these changes do appear tacky, though they do add some colour to the otherwise drab interiors. The other big change is the gear lever. Apart from the five-speed manual, you also get a four-speed automatic - the only other cars in its segment to offer that option are the Honda City and Hyundai Verna diesel.
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