It’s no secret that the Maruti S-Cross has not been able to garner a positive response from the car buyers by Maruti standards. However, the SX4 S Cross has carved out a niche for itself abroad. It received a facelift in 2016, which is slated to be launched in India by the end of 2017. Here are some pictures of the new Maruti S Cross 2017 facelift. Official India launch date of the new Maruti S Cross 2017 facelift is yet to be revealed. However, the India launch of the 2017 S Cross could take place in the second half of this year. The Maruti S Cross 2017 facelift, on its India launch, will carry cosmetic updates and possibly a petrol engine option. 
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Suzuki has priced the 2017 Suzuki S-Cross (facelift) in European markets between EUR 18,990 to 28,090 (approx. INR 14 lakhs to 20.8 lakhs). It went on sale in Europe on September 30, 2016
Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift India Launch Date
| Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift India Launch | October 2017 |
The S Cross 2017 Facelift India launch is likely to happen around this year’s festive season. The world debut of the S Cross facelift took place at the 2016 Paris Motor Show in October. Subsequently, the refreshed SX4 S Cross went on sale in various international markets. The India-spec S Cross will be ready for a makeover by the last quarter of this year and hence, we are expecting the 2017 S Cross to launch in India around Diwali, 2017.
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Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Price in India
| Maruti S-Cross 1.3 Diesel Sigma | Rs. 8.00 Lakhs |
| Maruti S-Cross 1.3 Diesel Delta | Rs. 8.80 Lakhs |
| Maruti S-Cross 1.3 Diesel Zeta | Rs. 9.92 Lakhs |
| Maruti S-Cross 1.3 Diesel Alpha | Rs. 10.64 Lakhs |
| Maruti S-Cross 1.6 Diesel Delta | Rs. 10.50 Lakhs |
| Maruti S-Cross 1.6 Diesel Zeta | Rs. 11.10 Lakhs |
| Maruti S-Cross 1.6 Diesel Alpha | Rs. 12.00 Lakhs |
*expected price
Chances are enough that the 2017 S Cross will cost more or less the same as the current model. Maruti is unlikely to introduce a Petrol model. However, if it does, it will ensure that prices of the S-Cross facelift start lower than those of the current model.
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Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Exterior Changes
The Maruti S Cross 2017 facelift gets an updated front fascia. The front-end of the 2017 S Scross features an all-new chrome-finished grille that infuses some premium-ness with the car. It also gets new projector headlamps, LED DRLs, revised airdam and a new bumper, chrome highlights around fog lamps, and new LED taillamps.
We never thought the S Cross looks ungainly, but the latest update does make the car look even better. The 2017 Maruti S Cross facelift has a really pleasing front fascia. The side profile looks almost the same. Changes to the rear are restricted to the updated taillights. All these changes have definitely given the S Cross a fresh look.
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Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Interior Changes
Talking of the interior, the cabin will be largely unchanged. However, it will get a new instrument cluster and an updated dashboard. We also expect it to get an upholstery change for India. Finally, the interior of the S Cross 2017 facelift could see the introduction of some new features as well.
The S Cross can seat five in considerable comfort. The S Cross scores highly on ergonomics and passenger comfort. With the introduction of the Maruti S Cross 2017 facelift, the car should get even better in most of these aspects.
Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Images
Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Mileage
| 1.5 Petrol | ~19 KMPL* |
| 1.3 Diesel | 23.65 KMPL |
| 1.6 Diesel | 22.70 KMPL |
*expected ARAI figure
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Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Specifications
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Maruti S-Cross 2017 Facelift Specifications |
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| Engine | 1.5 Petrol/1.3 Diesel/1.6 Diesel |
| Max. Power | 100 BHP/89 BHP/118 BHP |
| Peak Torque | 133 Nm/200 Nm/320 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual/5-Speed Manual/6-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48-litres |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Dimensions | 4,300mm X 1,756mm X 1,590mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm |
| ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 |
Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift Engine and Gearbox
Internationally, the S Cross is available with two Boosterjet turbo-Petrol engines- 1.0-litre, three cylinder and 1.4-litre, four cylinder. While the smaller of these produces 112 hp-170 Nm, the 1.4-litre motor outputs 140 hp-220 Nm. Both these engines are available with 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions. ALLGRIP AWD is available on the 1.4-litre Boosterjet variant. The Diesel engine option on offer is that of the 1.6-litre DDiS Turbo-Diesel unit that’s also available in India. This engine outputs 120 hp-320 Nm and comes mated to a 6-speed manual transmission as standard. It also gets a DCT and ALLGRIP AWD as optional in Europe.
For India, the S-Cross facelift will continue to sport its current 1.3-litre and 1.6-litre DDiS Diesel engines. However, it is being speculated that it will also get a new 1.5-liter Petrol engine outputting 100 bhp-133 Nm. Nothing’s official but it could also get the 1.0-litre Boosterjet that made its India debut on the Baleno RS. Or Maruti might even decide to offer the S-Cross with the 1.4 L Boosterjet available internationally.
Not much more is currently known about the Maruti S Cross 2017 facelift so, stay tuned for more details. Also, we are happy to note that a capable car like the S Cross is about to get a new lease of life. Stay tuned for news reports on the Maruti S Cross 2017 Facelift India Launch, Price, and Specifications.
