Maruti Suzuki Dzire Achieves Impressive Safety Ratings in Bharat NCAP Tests
Maruti Suzuki's Commitment to Safety
Maruti Suzuki, often criticized for producing lighter vehicles that some deem unsafe, has taken significant steps to address these concerns. The latest model, the Maruti Suzuki Swift, has successfully passed the Bharat NCAP crash test, showcasing its commitment to vehicle safety. The Bharat NCAP serves as India's equivalent to the Euro NCAP, evaluating how well vehicles protect occupants during accidents.
Testing the New Maruti Dzire
The model evaluated was the All New Maruti Dzire Gasoline -LXI 1.2L ISS 5MT, equipped with essential safety features such as front airbags, side curtain airbags, and side chest airbags. Additional safety measures included belt pretensioners, belt limiters, and ISOFIX for child seats. The vehicle also incorporated advanced safety technologies like pedestrian protection and a seat belt reminder system.
Adult Occupant Protection Ratings
In the adult occupant protection tests, the new Maruti Suzuki Dzire earned an impressive 5-star rating, achieving a total score of 29.46 out of 32 points. It scored 14.17 out of 16 points in the frontal offset deformable barrier test and 15.29 out of 16 points in the side movable deformable barrier test.
Frontal Crash Test Insights
The frontal crash test results indicated that while the driver's protection was rated as marginal, the safety for other areas of the driver was deemed good and adequate. Similar findings were observed in the side barrier and side pole impact tests.
Child Protection Crash Test Results
In the child protection crash test, the Dzire scored an overall 41.57 out of 49 points, with a dynamic score of 23.57 out of 24 points. It also received full marks for child restraint system (CRS) installation, scoring 12 out of 12 points.