Maruti has launched its new vehicle Kizashi in luxury sedan car segment.This new car costs Rs 16.5 lakhs and will compete with Chevrolet Optra and Honda Civic like cars in this segment.

The maruti car sports a 2.4-litre petrol engine and generates around 185 bhp.Its six-speed manual powers the engine.The car bears similarity in engine to Honda accord but more cheaper than that.

There has been a growth of 2.8% in mid-size sedan segment in India and Maruti also tries to capture its share.The car will be available in showrooms later this year.