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Maruti Suzuki introduces next generation CNG technology |
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| New Delhi, August 13, 2010 |
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| Launches five factory-fitted CNG models across segments |
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| Advantage
Customer: |
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Contemporary i-GPI
technology |
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Vehicle body design for CNG system |
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Performance and
Driveability at par with gasoline powered engine |
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Safety reinforced: High Quality
Components, Integrated wiring harness, CNG system
leak-proofing, toughened suspension |
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High fuel efficiency |
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Dual ECU system for enhanced
performance |
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Lower running costs by
60 percent |
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Extensive performance testing |
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Peace of Mind: Full
warranty coverage, Service support across the country |
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No compromise on engine life |
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The country's largest car
maker Maruti Suzuki today unveiled its flagship CNG engine technology,
'intelligent-Gas Port Injection' or i-GPI on five popular models. The
CNG vehicles were unveiled by Mr. Jairam Ramesh, Hon'ble Minister of
State (Independent Charge) Environment and Forests in the presence of
senior government dignitaries and Maruti Suzuki management team. The
models include SX4, Eeco, WagonR, Estilo and Alto and are being launched
in Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Gujrat. With this initiative, the CNG footprint
of the company spreads across entry level cars, compact cars, sedans and
MPV segments.
On the occasion, Maruti Suzuki India Chairman RC Bhargava said, ¿We are
happy to bring contemporary CNG technology to the Indian customer. We
are confident customers would value our i-GPI technology that is safe,
reliable, clean, responsive and environment friendly. Adapting the CNG
technology in our vehicles is another step to keep low cost of ownership
for our customers.¿
Shinzo Nakanishi Managing Director & CEO Maruti Suzuki India said, ¿The
development is significant on multiple counts. This is the first
instance when a car manufacturer has developed and launched
factory-fitted technologically superior CNG engines in India. Compressed
Natural Gas is environment friendly and also reduce country's dependence
on imported fuels. Maruti Suzuki's big ticket entry into CNG fuel
segment augurs well for the environment.¿ |
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Peppy and responsive
'intelligent-GPI technology'
The i-GPI or Intelligent Gas Port Injection bi-fuel technology offers an
intelligent ride. Intelligent as it ensures more power vis-à-vis
retro-fitted CNG vehicles and offers a peppier ride experience at par
with that of a petrol-fuelled engine, while achieving high fuel
efficiency at the same time. The factory fitted CNG vehicles score very
high on safety and reliability vis-à-vis the aftermarket retro-fitted
options. Maruti Suzuki CNG vehicles pass through all the quality checks,
processes and systems similar to a regular car manufactured at Maruti
Suzuki plants.
Service support across the country
As the CNG technology is factory fitted the customers will enjoy the
full warranty benefits including extended warranty. To top it all, the
CNG vehicles from Maruti Suzuki will enjoy the nationwide back up of
over 2700 Maruti Service Stations.
The simultaneous launch of five CNG vehicles with the same contemporary
technology demonstrates the company's intent and future readiness to
produce environmentally friendly vehicles in large numbers. |
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Steps in Environment care
Maruti Suzuki has the distinction of introducing a host of environment
friendly programmes ahead of government regulations and the industry.
This includes implementing End of Life Vehicle (ELV) programme ¿ where
harmful elements like Lead, Cadmium, Chromium and Mercury are not used
in making vehicles. Maruti Suzuki produced the first BS-IV and E-10
compliant engines much ahead of regulations coming to force in the
country. Developing a factory-fitted CNG engine is another effort by the
Company to contribute to a clean environment.
Technology up
The factory fitted CNG vehicles use advanced Intelligent Gas Port
Injection technology. Maruti Suzuki R&D team has integrated this
technology with the Company's range of engines and products to bring the
benefits to the consumers.
In a leap over alternative aftermarket options, the i-GPI technology is
a Dual ECU (Engine Control Unit) technology. This highly reliable system
delivers accurate amounts of gas to the engine thus ensuring improved
and consistent performance under various driving conditions.
The i-GPI technology uses separate injectors for each cylinder. Based on
inputs from the ECU, metered CNG quantity is injected to the engine
through gas ports. The quantity of CNG required for different driving
conditions is controlled by the dedicated ECU, leading to more efficient
fuel usage. Similar to the usual pre-launch evaluation, each of the cars
with i-GPI CNG technology has been extensively tested for around 2 lakh
kilometers in varied terrains. In addition, over 3,000 hours of bench
tests have validated the design and performance to bring unmatchable
combination of performance and reliability for the customers.
While working on the new CNG technology, Maruti Suzuki engineers focused
on critical aspects of safety, reliability and performance. |
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CNG for the future
Government of India has committed to developing the infrastructure and
network of the CNG stations across the country. This is in line with
government's aim to reduce the dependence on import of fossil fuels.
With the discovery of large gas reserves in the country the network of
CNG supplies is set to expand rapidly in near future. Maruti Suzuki's
launch of CNG technology vehicles will help create the eco system for
use of a clean and cost effective fuel in India.
The Ex-showroom Delhi price (Rs Lakh) of Maruti Suzuki CNG vehicles
is as under |
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Alto Lxi |
Eeco 5-seater Ac |
SX4 Vxi |
WagonR Lxi |
Estilo Lxi |
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3.23 |
3.64 |
7.47 |
4.11 |
4.05 |
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