logo
New Delhi
New Cars
New Bikes
Go Green with EV
Used Cars
News & Reviews
Trending on c&b
Sell Your Car
Scrap Your Car
Pre-Delivery Inspection

Registered Office

ADDRESS
Mahindra First Choice Wheels Limited, 602, 6th Floor, Tower - B, Embassy 247, LBS Road, Vikhroli (West), Mumbai - 400083
CONTACT
+91 9606045096
EMAIL
contact@carandbike.com

Who We Are

About UsMerger Scheme CopyNCLT OrderInvestor RelationsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy Policy

Follow Us On

car&bike Youtubecar&bike Twittercar&bike Facebookcar&bike LinkedIn
© Mahindra First Choice Wheels Limited 2025. All rights reserved.

Our Offerings

  • New Cars
  • New Bikes
  • Electric Cars
  • Electric Bikes & Scooters
  • Used Cars
  • Compare Cars
  • Compare Bikes
  • Sell Car
  • Scrap Car
  • Pre Delivery Car Inspection

News & Reviews

  • Latest News
  • Car News
  • Bike News
  • car&bike Reviews
  • Car Reviews
  • Bike Reviews
  • Videos
  • Knowledge Center

Popular Car Brands

  • Maruti Suzuki
  • Tata
  • Hyundai
  • Honda
  • Mahindra
  • Kia
  • BMW
  • Volkswagen
  • Mercedes
  • Land Rover

Popular Car Models

  • Mahindra Thar
  • Kia Seltos
  • Land Rover Defender
  • Hyundai Exter
  • Grand Vitara
  • Toyota Innova Crysta
  • Kia Sonet
  • Range Rover
  • Toyota Fortuner
  • Maruti Suzuki Dzire

Popular Bike Brands

  • Royal Enfield
  • Hero
  • Yamaha
  • BMW Bikes
  • Jawa
  • Honda
  • Bajaj
  • Ola Electric Bikes
  • KTM
  • Harley Davidson

Popular Bike Models

  • Yamaha MT 15
  • Classic 350
  • Royal Enfield Hunter 350
  • Continental GT 650
  • Bajaj Pulsar 150
  • Hunter 350
  • Honda SP 125
  • Bullet 350
  • YZF R15 V4.0
  • Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • Latest News
  • Latest Reviews
  • Car News
  • Bike News
  • Car Reviews
  • Motorsport
  • Bike Reviews
  • Electric

Maruti Suzuki Ciaz DDiS 225 - 1.5 Diesel Review

The new DDiS 225 variant on the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is the brand new diesel that has been developed in-house. The 1.5-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine is BS6 ready and will eventually replace the Fiat sourced 1.3-litre Multijet engine. We test the new engine, by taking the updated Ciaz diesel out for a spin.
car&bike Team
car&bike Team
1 min read
2019-04-13 21:14:06
Follow us on
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz DDiS 225 - 1.5 Diesel Review
Key Highlights
  • Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is the first model to get the new DDiS 225 engine.
  • It's a 1.5-litre diesel engine which will replace the 1.3-litre Multijet.
  • The DDiS 225 will eventually make its way in all Maruti diesel cars.

Maruti Suzuki is one brand that's not quite in the business of bringing us new powertrains very often. So when it does, we know the engine will have a wider future application and won't be restricted to just one model. The motor in the question is Maruti's latest - the new 1.5-litre diesel that is badged DDiS 225 (the number comes from its peak torque, like Maruti's existing diesel engine nomenclature). It makes its debut on-board the Ciaz compact sedan, and will sell alongside the current diesel variants the car offers. Those of course sport the Fiat-sourced 1.3-litre Multijet engine that's badged DDiS 200. So Maruti is trying to get away from its dependence on Fiat for diesel technology which is why this new engine becomes very crucial. The 1.3 Multijet turned out to be quite a game changer for Maruti (and also Tata Motors) and its peppy performance and good efficiency are what made it click. Maruti Suzuki used it across its diesel line-up in India and the new engine (likely a family and not just the 1.5-litre) will eventually replace it in all of them. The new DDIS 225 is only being offered with the Delta, Zeta and Alpha variants, while the DDiS 200 has an additional Sigma base variant.

Also Read: 2018 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Facelift First Drive Review - Honda City, Hyundai Verna Rival

c9vqskr The new DDiS 225 is BS6 ready, though for now is launched as a BS4 compliant engine.

The new DDiS 225 is BS6 ready, though for now is launched as a BS4 compliant engine. It will need minor upgrades to switchover in April next year - when the DDIS 200 will also likely be phased out. The Ciaz also got a brand new 1.5 litre petrol engine when its much-delayed and much awaited facelift happened in August last year. The 4-Cylinder DDiS 225 unit develops 225 Nm of peak torque from as low as 1500 rpm (and all the way up to 2500 rpm). The maximum output is 94 bhp at 4000 rpm and that number's not a major increase over the 1.3-litre unit that churns out 88 bhp and 200 Nm of peak torque. That said, where this motor does shine is in the way it behaves.

c8ff3hk8The Ciaz remains the most economical diesel compact sedan in India with claimed mileage of 26.8 kmpl.

To put things into perspective, people like the old engine in the Swift or Dzire or any other small car for that matter because they are relatively lighter and the low-end spurt is welcoming and doesn't jolt the passengers much. Also, the mid-range that engine offers works in the hatchbacks. In the Ciaz though, the head nod was quite evident. The new engine translates power onto the road rather smoothly and to the extent that the torque-steer which was a bit annoying in the previous engine, is now even. The power delivery feels a little bit different, though to be honest the difference is not so perceptible because of course in terms of the actual horse power change is only 5. But it's in city traffic, it's in the quick gear changes and then the immediate burst that you get - that is where you do sense the change because the torque kicks-in at lower revs.

n6ofvmsThe Ciaz has always been an easy car to drive in the city and a relaxed highway cruiser. The new engine builds on those strengths

Now the Ciaz has always been an easy car to drive in the city and a relaxed highway cruiser. The new engine builds on those strengths, more so with the brand new six-speed manual gearbox it is mated to. Maruti Suzuki has worked on the gear ratios which helps it pull better and the need to downshift is also less frequent. The first two gears are relatively longer and that really helps when you get away from stopped traffic. The third and fourth gear are progressive and once you pass the 2300 rev mark it shoves all the way to 4000 rpm making for a strong mid-range and a slightly improved top-end which is reassuring. Earlier the Ciaz diesel used to feel a little strained in the fifth gear when pushed hard, thankfully that has been taken care with the sixth-gear. It is by no means as sporty as the Hyundai Verna, but will feel more energetic than the 1.3 Ciaz for sure.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Ciaz With New 1.5-litre Diesel Launched

k5fktloMaruti says it has not touched the rear torsion beam suspension on the Ciaz

Refinement or the lack of it, where the engine falters. You feel the vibration coming up in the pedals and through the steering wheel. But then to match the refinement of the Fiat Multijet was never going to be easy. Even the diesel clatter is louder when the car is idling and it becomes vocal as you pick up the pace. But with the windows up, things get better, since the cabin of the Ciaz is well insulated. All in all, the new engine goes well with the attributes of the Ciaz and we expect the few flaws to be ironed out as Maruti keeps honing this engine going ahead. It remains the most economical diesel compact sedan in India with claimed mileage of 26.8 kmpl,. The 1.3 has an even higher number at 28.09 kmpl incidentally.

rp71b1o It is by no means as sporty as the Hyundai Verna, but will feel more energetic than the 1.3 Ciaz.
Maruti says it has not touched the rear torsion beam suspension and have made minimal changes to the McPherson struts up front in a bid to complement the new engine's weight. The car feels pretty similar in ride and handling terms anyway, and so that is not really something worth spending time on.
mflcem8g The Ciaz does not get the SmartPlay Studio interface and new touchscreen though we expect it to be part of the feature list soon.
The car's cabin and exterior were spruced up with that facelift we mentioned anyway, and so there's nothing new that's been further done. At some point Maruti will likely offer the SmartPlay Studio interface and new touchscreen that the WagonR and Baleno have so far received, but otherwise the car's understated looks and overall appeal remain unchanged. So on the whole new variant is a welcome addition, and moves the brand in the right direction. Better driveability for the larger cars will be crucial, especially as the compact SUVs like the S-Cross and also the Corolla based larger sedan also start to make an appearance in Maruti's showrooms.
# Maruti Suzuki# Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Diesel 1.5# Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Diesel 1.5 Review# First Drive

Related News

Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-Door Exports Cross 1 Lakh Units
1 min read
Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-Door Exports Cross 1 Lakh Units
Auto Sales September 2025: Tata Motors Jumps To No. 2; Maruti Domestic Sales Down Year-On-Year; Hyundai Reports Flat Sales
6 mins read
Auto Sales September 2025: Tata Motors Jumps To No. 2; Maruti Domestic Sales Down Year-On-Year; Hyundai Reports Flat Sales
Maruti Suzuki Victoris Clocks 25,000 Bookings In 2 Weeks Since Launch; Waiting Period Rises
1 min read
Maruti Suzuki Victoris Clocks 25,000 Bookings In 2 Weeks Since Launch; Waiting Period Rises
Tata Motors Snatches Second Place In Passenger Vehicle Retails In September 2025
2 mins read
Tata Motors Snatches Second Place In Passenger Vehicle Retails In September 2025
Maruti Suzuki Invicto Secures Five-Star Bharat NCAP Crash Safety Rating
2 mins read
Maruti Suzuki Invicto Secures Five-Star Bharat NCAP Crash Safety Rating

Research More on Maruti Suzuki Ciaz

Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
Rating Icon
7.0/10
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
Variants
Images
Colours
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 9.09 - 11.89 Lakh
Check On-Road Price
View Ciaz Specifications
View Ciaz Features

Popular Maruti Suzuki Models

  • Maruti Suzuki Fronx
    Maruti Suzuki
    Fronx
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 6.85 - 11.98 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
    Maruti Suzuki
    Ertiga
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 9.65 - 14.71 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Eeco
    Maruti Suzuki
    Eeco
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 5.21 - 6.36 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
    Maruti Suzuki
    Alto K10
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 3.7 - 5.45 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Swift
    Maruti Suzuki
    Swift
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 5.79 - 8.65 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Wagon R
    Maruti Suzuki
    Wagon R
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 5.16 - 7.94 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Invicto
    Maruti Suzuki
    Invicto
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 24.97 - 28.61 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
    Maruti Suzuki
    S-Presso
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 3.5 - 5.25 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Ignis
    Maruti Suzuki
    Ignis
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 5.02 - 7.55 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Jimny
    Maruti Suzuki
    Jimny
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 12.32 - 14.45 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki XL6
    Maruti Suzuki
    XL6
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 11.52 - 14.48 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Celerio
    Maruti Suzuki
    Celerio
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 4.7 - 6.73 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Baleno
    Maruti Suzuki
    Baleno
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 5.99 - 9.1 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
    Maruti Suzuki
    Ciaz
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 9.09 - 11.89 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
    Maruti Suzuki
    Grand Vitara
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 11.03 - 19.66 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Brezza
    Maruti Suzuki
    Brezza
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 8.26 - 13.01 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Victoris
    Maruti Suzuki
    Victoris
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 10.5 - 19.99 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki 2025 New Dzire
    Maruti Suzuki
    2025 New Dzire
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 6.21 - 9.31 Lakh

Latest Cars

  • Skoda Octavia RS
    Skoda
    Octavia RS
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 49.99 Lakh
  • Maserati MCPura
    Maserati
    MCPura
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 4.12 - 5.12 Crore
  • Mahindra Bolero Neo
    Mahindra
    Bolero Neo
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 8.49 - 9.99 Lakh
  • Mahindra Bolero
    Mahindra
    Bolero
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 7.99 - 9.69 Lakh
  • Mahindra Thar
    Mahindra
    Thar
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 9.99 - 16.99 Lakh
  • Citroen Aircross X
    Citroen
    Aircross X
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 8.29 - 13.69 Lakh
  • Maruti Suzuki Victoris
    Maruti Suzuki
    Victoris
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 10.5 - 19.99 Lakh
  • VinFast VF7
    VinFast
    VF7
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 24.23 - 29.57 Lakh
  • VinFast VF6
    VinFast
    VF6
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 19.13 - 21.22 Lakh
  • Citroen Basalt X
    Citroen
    Basalt X
    Ex-showroom Price
    ₹ 7.95 - 13.11 Lakh
Explore Other Topics
Trending NewsCar NewsElectric Car NewsBike NewsComparisonsMotorsportsUpcoming Car News

Trending News

  • Ferrari 12Cilindri India Review: Straight From The Heart
    7 mins read
    Ferrari 12Cilindri India Review: Straight From The Heart
  • TVS Apache RTX First Ride Review: Tech-Packed & Adventure Ready
    8 mins read
    TVS Apache RTX First Ride Review: Tech-Packed & Adventure Ready
  • Eurogrip Tread Talks 2025: Tyre Tales
    4 mins read
    Eurogrip Tread Talks 2025: Tyre Tales
  • Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Vs Bajaj Dominar 400 Comparison Review
    1 min read
    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Vs Bajaj Dominar 400 Comparison Review
  • Tata Harrier EV Road Test: Big, Bold, and Brilliantly Electric
    5 mins read
    Tata Harrier EV Road Test: Big, Bold, and Brilliantly Electric
  • Porsche Macan EV Review: Sharper, Faster, More Serious
    6 mins read
    Porsche Macan EV Review: Sharper, Faster, More Serious
  • Hyundai Creta Electric vs Tata Curvv EV Comparison: Compact Electric SUVs Face-Off
    1 min read
    Hyundai Creta Electric vs Tata Curvv EV Comparison: Compact Electric SUVs Face-Off
  • Honda CB 125 Hornet Review: Gunning For Gold!
    6 mins read
    Honda CB 125 Hornet Review: Gunning For Gold!
  • Ultraviolette X-47 Crossover First Ride Review: Sense & Sensibility
    11 mins read
    Ultraviolette X-47 Crossover First Ride Review: Sense & Sensibility

Latest News

  • NewsNews
  • Expert ReviewExpert Review
View All
  • Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-Door Exports Cross 1 Lakh Units
    car&bike Team | Oct 23, 2025
    Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-Door Exports Cross 1 Lakh Units
    Maruti says that the Jimny is the second highest exported model by the company after the Fronx.
    1 min
  • Rolls-Royce Phantom Centenary Private Collection Celebrates 100 Years Of The Phantom
    Jaiveer Mehra | Oct 23, 2025
    Rolls-Royce Phantom Centenary Private Collection Celebrates 100 Years Of The Phantom
    25-unit series features extensive interior artwork celebrating the Phantom’s 100-year heritage along with 24-carat gold detailing inside and out.
    1 min
  • Triumph Bonneville And Scrambler Range Updated For 2026: Here’s What’s New
    car&bike Team | Oct 22, 2025
    Triumph Bonneville And Scrambler Range Updated For 2026: Here’s What’s New
    Triumph kicks off its 29-model rollout with updates to seven motorcycles.
    2 mins
  • 563 bhp Porsche Macan Electric GTS Revealed; Slots In Below The Macan Turbo EV In Global Lineup
    Jaiveer Mehra | Oct 22, 2025
    563 bhp Porsche Macan Electric GTS Revealed; Slots In Below The Macan Turbo EV In Global Lineup
    Newest variant of the Macan EV range bridges the gap between the Macan 4S EV and the range-topping Turbo EV.
    1 min
  • New Bajaj Chetak Spied With Hub Motor
    car&bike Team | Oct 22, 2025
    New Bajaj Chetak Spied With Hub Motor
    A test mule of what appears to be the new-generation Bajaj Chetak has been spotted testing.
    2 mins
  • BYD’s YangWang U9 Xtreme Electric Supercar Sets New Nurburgring Lap Record
    Jaiveer Mehra | Oct 22, 2025
    BYD’s YangWang U9 Xtreme Electric Supercar Sets New Nurburgring Lap Record
    The U9 Xtreme becomes the first car in the electric super sport class to breach the 7 minute mark with a time of 6 min 59.157 sec.
    2 mins
  • TVS Apache RTX First Ride Review: Tech-Packed & Adventure Ready
    Preetam Bora | Oct 19, 2025
    TVS Apache RTX First Ride Review: Tech-Packed & Adventure Ready
    TVS enters the growing adventure touring segment with the new Apache RTX with an attractive starting price of ₹ 1.99 Lakh (Ex-showroom). Is it worth considering? Read on, to find out.
    8 mins
  • Eurogrip Tread Talks 2025: Tyre Tales
    Janak Sorap | Oct 17, 2025
    Eurogrip Tread Talks 2025: Tyre Tales
    A factory tour on what goes into making two-wheeler tyres at Eurogrip’s Madurai plant, followed by a scenic ride to Kodaikanal.
    4 mins
  • Ferrari 12Cilindri India Review: Straight From The Heart
    Shams Raza Naqvi | Oct 22, 2025
    Ferrari 12Cilindri India Review: Straight From The Heart
    We’ve driven the latest 12-cylinder powerhouse from Ferrari on Indian roads. Is this the ultimate GT Coupe to come to our market?
    7 mins
  • Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Vs Bajaj Dominar 400 Comparison Review
    Preetam Bora | Oct 10, 2025
    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Vs Bajaj Dominar 400 Comparison Review
    Roadster or sport tourer? And to answer that question we have the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 in a head-to-head comparison with the 2025 Bajaj Dominar 400.
    1 min
  • Tata Harrier EV Road Test: Big, Bold, and Brilliantly Electric
    Bilal Firfiray | Oct 8, 2025
    Tata Harrier EV Road Test: Big, Bold, and Brilliantly Electric
    We test the new Tata Harrier EV to find out how far it can really go. Real-world range, driving impressions, features, verdict, and everything else. We got you covered.
    5 mins
  • Home
  • News
  • Cars
  • Maruti Suzuki Ciaz DDiS 225 - 1.5 Diesel Review