Maruti Suzuki's new LCV model glimpsed by cameras, name confirmed

Maruti Suzuki is among India's leading brands in the automotive field that has supplied a range of passenger vehicles. However, the brand is now turning its sights towards the field of commercial vehicles. It is reported that the company is planning to bring out its very first light commercial vehicle for the Indian market soon. This model bears the codename Y9T, and it has been glimpsed by cameras numerous times. Claims from reliable sources in the internet also reveal the name of this upcoming model to be 'Super Carry'.

Based on the information gathered from the vehicle's spy shots, it has the Suzuki logo at the front, along with the name badge, 'Super Carry'. A surprising feature is the CNG sticker found at the rear section of the model. This indicates that the model would come with two fuel options, with one of them adhering to the CNG package. It is estimated that the CNG variant is to come with a 1200cc engine that delivers 35bhp of power. Also expected from this engine is a strong mileage of 35 kmpl.

Beside this, the model is sure to come with the company's self developed 800cc two-cylinder diesel engine. This is the same mill that has powered the Celerio, the brand's latest addition to its passenger vehicle range. Based on the specifications this engine in Celerio, it produces a peak power of 47bhp, and a maximum torque of 125Nm. According to rumours on the web, Maruti is waiting to observe the response to the vehicle over the course of its first year performance in the market. Until then, it is keeping the LCV model's production levels contained. However, following the right response, the company would expand its manufacture capacity to cater to the market's demands.