Safety Vs Reliability. Here, we put the Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz. Yaris comes with some segment first safety features and can easily be the safest cars in its segment. While Ciaz is the cheapest one in this segment, it carries the Maruti brand, which people trust a lot. Read on to know which sedan is better.
The recent entrant in the compact executive sedan segment is the Toyota Yaris. It comes with typical Toyota comfort but is a bit too pricey. However, it gets a lot of safety features, out of which some are segment first features. On the other hand, is the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz. Ciaz is quite popular because it is the cheapest of the lot and is trustworthy. Ciaz also lacks many features when compared with other sedans in the segment, but it is due to get a facelift in the coming months. Another disadvantage is that Yaris comes only in petrol option. Yaris starts at Rs 8.75 Lakhs and goes up to Rs 14 Lakhs. Ciaz starts from Rs 7.83 Lakhs and goes up to Rs 11.62 Lakhs (all ex-showroom). Read ahead to know more details about both the executive sedans as we put Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz.
Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Price Comparison
| Toyota Yaris | Maruti Ciaz | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel |
| Base Price | INR 8.75 Lakh | INR 7.83 Lakh | INR 9.50 Lakh |
| Top-end Price | INR 14.07 Lakh | INR 10.63 Lakh | INR 11.62 Lakh |
The Toyota Yaris is yet to hit the market as of yet. We expect it to launch in India sometime during the month of May this year. The base variant of this sedan is going to retail at a price of INR 8.75 lakh. While the top of the line trim is going to cost INR 14.07 lakh.
Coming to the Maruti Ciaz, the base petrol variant of this sedan starts from INR 7.83 lakhs. While the top of the line version of this sedan starts from INR 11.62 Lakhs.
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Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Engine Specification Comparison
| Toyota Yaris | Maruti Ciaz | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine | 1.5-litre VVT-i | 1.4-litre K-Series | 1.5-litre DDiS |
| Power | 108 BHP | 91 BHP | 88 BHP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Cylinder | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual/7-Step CVT | 5-Speed Manual/ 4-Speed Auto | 5-Speed Manual |
Yaris comes to India with only a petrol engine. This is not an oversight by the automaker but a rather well thought of the decision. 80 percent of the buyers in the executive sedan segment are opting for petrol derivatives. Hence, this sedan comes with a refined 1.5-litre VVt gasoline motor. This 4-cylinder engine can produce 108 BHP of power along with 137 Nm of peak torque. Interestingly, the car comes with a 7-step, CV T automatic transmission. While from the second to base variant onwards, one to also opt for a 6-speed manual gearbox.
In comparison, the Maruti Ciaz comes with both petrol and diesel derivatives. The petrol variants are powered by a 1.4-litre, K-Series engine. This engine produces 91 BHP of power along with 130 Nm of peak torque. The engine comes as standard with a 5-speed manual gearbox. While one can also opt for a 4-speed automatic which is available in all but the base variant. The diesel derivative comes with a 1.3-litre DDiS unit. This Fiat sourced oil-burner produces 88 BHP of power along with 200 Nm of peak torque. It comes as standard with a 5-speed manual gearbox. With the 2018 facelift, Maruti is likely to provide it with a new and more powerful 1.5-litre diesel engine.
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Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Mileage Comparison
| Toyota Yaris | Maruti Ciaz | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine | 1.5-litre, VVT-i | 1.4-litre K-Series | 1.5-litre DDiS |
| Mileage | 15-17 km/l | 20 km/l | 28.04 km/l |
Fuel efficiency is a very important parameter for buyers in the mid-size executive sedan segment. Though the exact figures are not out yet, though we believe that the Yaris is going offer decent mileage numbers. Expect the sedan to give a mileage of around 15 to 17 km/l.
The Maruti Ciaz’s petrol engine promises to offer a fuel efficiency figure of 20.73 km/l. While the diesel derivative, thanks to its mild-hybrid technology promises to offer 28.09 km/l of mileage.
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Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Dimension Comparison
| Toyota Yaris | Maruti Ciaz | ||
| Length | 4425 mm | 4490 mm | |
| Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm | |
| Height | 1475 mm | 1485 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 2550 mm | 2650 mm | |
| Boot Space | 476 L | 510 L | |
Dimensionally, the Yaris measures 4425 mm in length, 1730 mm in width and 1475 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2550 mm while the boot space will stand at 476-litres.
The Maruti Ciaz, on the other hand, measures 4490 mm in length, 1730 mm in width and 1485 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2650 mm while the boot space stands at 510-litres.
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Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Feature Comparison
| Toyota Yaris | Maruti Ciaz | |||
| Projector Headlamps | Yes | Yes | ||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Yes | Yes | ||
| LED Tail-lights | Yes | Yes | ||
| Upholstery | Leather | Leather | ||
| Infotainment | Touchscreen | Touchscreen | ||
| Key-less Entry | Yes | Yes | ||
| Push Button Start/Stop | Yes | Yes | ||
The Japanese automaker is planning to pitch the Yaris against its rivals on the basis of certain segment first features. Apart from the standard feature list comes with energy and sound absorbing glass, roof-mounted rear air-vents, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, a flat rear floor, tyre pressure monitoring system among the others.
The Maruti Ciaz’s feature list is also quite decent. It comes with projector headlamps, LED daytime running lights, touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control among the others.
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Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Exterior Comparison
The Yaris resembles quite a lot of its elder sibling, the Corolla when seen from the front fascia. It comes with elongated and sleek headlamps which wrap around the fenders neatly. Furthermore, the large grille and the simple yet elegant fog-lamp housing provide this sedan with a mature stance. The side profile of this sedan is quite simple. it comes with two creases which add a bit of a character to the otherwise clean features. it comes with 15-inch rims, even on the top spec versions. We believe, that 16-inch ones would have looked just a tad bit better. Furthermore, the rear end gets elongated headlamps which are slightly angular at the edges. Overall, we would say that the Yaris’s design is inclined towards a premium layout and will appeal to a more mature buyer.
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In comparison, the Maruti Ciaz comes with a slightly sporty exterior profile. In typical Suzuki fashion, it bears angular headlamps and a large grille at the front. A similarly designed bumper further adds to the sporty design. Towards the sides, it comes with a bolder profile. It looks a bit stout in comparison to the otherwise relaxed aesthetics of the Yaris. At the back, this sedan comes with angular tail-lamps. The boot-lid bears a similar design scheme as well. Overall, the design of this sedan is slightly sportier in comparison to the Yaris. That said, Maruti is soon going to introduce a facelift of this vehicle in India soon. Expect the design of the sedan to change minutely with this update.
Toyota Yaris Vs Maruti Ciaz- Interior Comparison
Just like the exteriors, the cabin of the Toyota Yaris is simple and neat. The design is not aggressive yet it still looks very modern and premium. The colour scheme in black and beige. it gives the sedan’s interiors an airy feel. The quality of the materials is very good. The top-end model comes with leather-wrapped steering wheel and seats. The seats are nicely contoured. Hence provide good support. Also, it comes with a segment first flat floor at the rear. Which provides a better experience for rear seat occupants. The rear bench is slightly included and comes with a central armrest. Furthermore, this sedan comes with roof-mounted air-vents for the rear bench.
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In comparison to the Yaris, Maruti Ciaz’s interiors feel a bit dull. It comes with a familiar Maruti design and shares several components from other Marutis. The colour scheme is primarily black. Furthermore, it comes with silver highlights which add to the sporty feel. The dashboard layout is modern. The major highlight is the central console which houses the infotainment system and air-con control module. The steering wheel is the same unit which we see on the Baleno. The seats are quite comfortable. There is ample amount of space for the rear passengers.
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