- Maruti Versa
Infobox Automobile
name = Maruti Versa
manufacturer =Maruti Udyog (Suzuki )
production = 2001–present
class =Microvan
engine = Petrol, Inline-4 cylinder layout, 1298 cc
wheelbase = Auto mm|2350|1
length = Auto mm|3675|1
width = Auto mm|1475|1
transmission = 5 speed manual
predecessor =
successor =The Maruti Versa is a
microvan produced byMaruti Udyog Limited and sold inIndia since October 2001. The Versa is a clone of the now discontinuedSuzuki Carry . It is the second van released by Maruti Udyog since theMaruti Omni was released in 1984. There are two basic versions of this car in production; the two 8-seater DX/DX2 versions, and the 5-seater STD version. The DX2 version of the Versa is equipped with twin air conditioners for front and rear. The Auto bhp|82|0 engine is located under the front seat.cite web
url=http://www.domain-b.com/automotive/models/maruti/maruti_versa.htm
title=Review and stats on Maruti Versa by domain-b.com
accessdate=September 15|accessyear=2006]The initial target audience for this vehicle were customer who planned to buy a sedan like the
Maruti Esteem or a utility vehicle likeTata Sumo . About seventy percent of the vehicle components are made within India.cite web
url=http://www.hinduonnet.com/businessline/2001/10/25/stories/022507kc.htm
title=Article in Business Line Magazine, October 25, 2001.
accessdate=September 15|accessyear=2006] The Versa has a 16-valve, 1.3-liter 4-cylinder engine generating Convert|82|hp|kW|0|abbr=on at 6000 rpm. It is controlled by a 16-bit engine management system. A curb weight of Auto kg|985|0 gives it a high power/weight ratio. The Versa can reach from 0-60 mph in 13.5 seconds.References
External links
* [http://www.marutiversa.com/ Official website of Maruti Versa]
* [http://www.indiaautomobile.com/index.php?option=newcars&page=newcardetails&from=comp&listingid=115&city= Comparison Sheet from indiaautomobiles for Maruti Versa]Maruti Suzuki
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