All About the New Maruti Swift Hatchback: A Complete Guide
The latest Maruti Swift is here, bringing a refreshed look and updated features to the popular hatchback segment. This guide covers everything you need to know about this new car, from its performance to its safety.
Introduction to the New Maruti Swift
The new Maruti Swift comes with a set of two smart keys. This car offers a broad price range, starting from an ex-showroom price of 6.49 lakh rupees, going up to 9.5 lakh rupees for the top model. It is designed to deliver top-level mileage in its segment.
Engine and Impressive Mileage
Significant changes have been made to the engine. The new Swift now features a Z-Series 1.2-liter, three-cylinder petrol engine. This advanced engine is designed for efficiency, claiming a high mileage of up to 25 kilometers per liter (kmpl).
Variants and Price Range
The new Swift is available in several variants to suit different needs. The base model is the LXi, followed by the VXi, ZXi, and the top-tier ZXi Plus. For specific pricing, the ZXi variant is priced at 8,29,500 rupees ex-showroom, while the VXi variant is 7,29,000 rupees ex-showroom.
Exterior Design and Features
The new Swift boasts a sporty and appealing exterior design. Its sleek lines and modern styling make it stand out. You can also opt for a dual-tone roof for a more personalized look.
Detailed Front Profile
At the front, the car features the Suzuki logo on a glossy front grille. The headlamps are projector automatic LED units, providing bright white LED lighting and integrated daytime running lights (DRLs). The turn indicators are placed below the headlamps. Fog lamp housing is provided, and the top model includes fog lamps. The lower grille is black, and the car offers a ground clearance of 163 millimeters. It also comes with a dual wiper and washer setup.
Sleek Side Profile
From the side, the new Swift presents a clean and dynamic look. It is equipped with 15-inch silver finish alloy wheels, with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The tyre profile is 185/65 R15 radial. The outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs) are body-colored and electrically adjustable, with integrated turn indicators. Door handles on the ZXi variant include a request sensor for keyless entry.
Sporty Rear Design
The rear profile of this hatchback is equally sporty and well-designed. The tail lamps are stylish, and the turn indicators are located below them. The car features a rear wiper, defogger, and a high-mount stop lamp for safety. Four reverse parking sensors are integrated into the bumper, though a reverse parking camera is not standard but can be added as an accessory. A power antenna is also present on the roof.
Practical Boot Space and Fuel Capacity
The Swift offers a practical boot space. The rear seats can be folded down to create more cargo room when needed. The spare wheel, a normal steel type, is located under the boot floor along with a jack and toolkit. The car has a fuel tank capacity of 37 liters and runs on petrol.
Dimensions and Color Options
The new Maruti Swift has a length of 3860 millimeters, a width of 1735 millimeters, and a height of 1520 millimeters. The wheelbase measures 2450 millimeters, contributing to its stable ride. It is available in various attractive colors including Grey, White, Red, Blue, and Black.
Comfortable Interior
Inside, the car offers an all-black interior theme. The seats are made of fabric and feature height adjustment and recline functions for front seats. Rear passengers benefit from AC vents, two USB ports (Type A and Type C), and comfortable legroom. Two adjustable headrests are provided for the rear seats, along with a parcel tray.
Driver-Focused Features and Technology
The driver’s side door panel includes controls for all four power windows, central locking, and ORVM adjustments. The dashboard features a push engine start/stop button, traction control switch, and an idle start/stop button. The car has an analog instrument cluster with an RPM meter, speedometer, and a multi-information display (MID) showing trip details, range, and audio information.
The new Swift boasts an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The center console includes fully automatic climate control, a wireless charging pad, a Type A USB port, and a 12V charging outlet. It comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, with an AGS (Automatic Gear Shift) option also available. The glove box is a normal type.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety is a priority in the new Swift. It comes with standard safety features including Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), six airbags, reverse parking sensors, a speed alert system, seat belt warnings, an engine immobilizer, a crash sensor, and automatic headlamps. These features work together to provide a secure driving experience in this new hatchback car.
