As you know, Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch its A-star in October. The A-star produced in India is not just for Indian market but also for export markets. 50000 units A-star will be exported to europe possibly from January 2009. But the european A-star will not be the same as the indian A-star. The front including the badge gets a modest change. Yes, as part of agreement between Nissan and Suzuki, the later will export the A-star as pixo for european markets.
The new pixo (A-star) will be powered by the Suzuki’s 1.0L K-series engine similar to A-star. However pixo would get a four speed automatic transmission for easy city commuting. If Maruti Suzuki comes up with a automatic transmission for its A-star then the battle with the i10 would be intense. Remember Hyundai recently rolled an automatic variant of i10. Nissan plans to showcase the pixo at the upcoming paris auto show. The dimensions of the pixo is out, pixo is 3565 mm long, 1470 mm tall, 1600 mm wide and it has a wheelbase of 2360 mm. Take a note of it as A-star would have same dimensions and you come to know this very first time. Nissan says that because of the efficient design and packaging the pixo (A-star) would offer a roomy interior and a generous luggage space. But Nissan admits that the pixo would be a four seater. Don’t try to carry three in the rear seat of the A-star.
Picture of Maruti Suzuki A-star:
Picture of Nissan Pixo:
