Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Renault KWID

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Renault KWID price starts at Rs. 4.53 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.26 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Maruti Suzuki Swift, priced at Rs. 5.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Swift offers a claimed 24.8 kmpl, while the KWID delivers 21.46 kmpl. On the performance front, the Swift uses a 1197cc engine producing 80.46bhp@5700rpm and the KWID a 999cc engine producing 68bhp@5500rpm. If you're deciding between the Swift and KWID, the Swift is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the KWID stands out for affordability.

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Swift vs KWID Comparison Summary

Specification Maruti Suzuki SwiftRenault KWID
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.79 LakhRs. 4.53 Lakh
Mileage 24.8 kmpl21.46 kmpl
Engine 1197 cc999 cc
Max power 80.46bhp@5700rpm68bhp@5500rpm

Swift vs KWID Key Highlights

Basic Info Maruti Swift LXiRenault KWID Evolution
Rating
164 reviews
312 reviews
Brand Name Maruti Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 4.53 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1197 cc 999 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 80.46bhp@5700rpm 68bhp@5500rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Maruti Suzuki Swift Colors
Renault KWID Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 24.8 Kmpl 21.46 Kmpl
Tyre Size 165/80 R14 165/70
Boot Space 265 Liters 279 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No Not Available
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 11,199 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 8,761 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 10,626 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 34,060 Swift Insurance Rs. 23,771 KWID Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
Z12E
1.0 SCe
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Max Power
80.46bhp@5700rpm
68bhp@5500rpm
Max Torque
111.7Nm@4300rpm
92.5Nm@4250rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
920 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
37 Liters
28 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
24.8 Kmpl
21.46 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
21 kmpl

Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.8 m
4.9
Tyre Size
165/80 R14
165/70
Wheel Size
14
14
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial

Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Digital Cluster
Yes
Sami
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
Not Available
279
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
265 Liters
279 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Wheel Covers
No
Yes
ORVM
Manual
Powered
Boot Opening
Electronic
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
No
Not Available
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
No
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
No
No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
No
Trunk Light
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Micropole
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
No
LED Headlamps
No
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
3860*1735*1520 mm3
3731*1579*1474 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
163 mm
184 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5

Addtional Comfort Features
Driver Side Foot Rest
Not Available
USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Not Available
No of Speakers
Not Available
2
Adjustable Steering
3
Not Available
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Driver Side Foot Rest
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Rear Window Washer
No
Not Available
Cupholders
Front Only
Not Available
Speakers
Not Available
Front Only
Auxillary Input
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
Not Available
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
8 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
No
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Not Available
Rear ACVents
No
Not Available
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
Not Available
No
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
No
Voice Commands
No
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Speakers Front
No
Yes
Speakers Rear
No
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
No
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Yes
Not Available
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
No
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
rear seat belt reminder
Global NCAP Safety Rating
1 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
1 Star
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
No
No
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not Available
Rear Camera
No
No
Side Airbag
Yes
No

Driver Attention Warning
No
Not Available

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
No
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
No
Not Available
Google / Alexa Connectivity
No
Not Available
Smartwatch App
No
Not Available
Live Location
No
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
No
Yes
Tow Away Alert
No
Not Available
Valet Mode
No
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
Yes

grossWeight
1355 kg
Not Available

Warranty Time
2 Years
Not Available
Warranty Distance
40000 Kms
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Maruti Suzuki Swift
  • Cool and sporty looking
  • New engine promises more efficiency
  • Larger touch screen and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
  • 6 airbags, hill-hold assist and other safety features are standard
Renault KWID
  • Funky and muscular styling is attractive
  • Long features list makes it a great VFM proposition
  • Compact dimensions and light controls make it easy to drive in the city
  • New safety features
  • Single 1.0-litre engine option is BSVI Phase-2 compliant
Maruti Suzuki Swift
  • Still not as premium on the inside as rivals like the Grand i10 Nios
  • Priced close to larger and more premium rivals like the Hyundai i20 and stable mate, the Baleno
Renault KWID
  • Engines lack punch especially out on the highway
  • AMT is sluggish

Is Renault KWID Better Than Maruti Swift?

67% users have chosen Renault KWID over Maruti Swift in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1523 users have also rated Renault KWID and Maruti Swift on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Renault KWID is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Maruti Swift is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and safety. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Swift KWID
Mileage 4.0 4.0
Performance 3.8 4.0
Comfort 3.7 4.2
Maintenance 3.8 4.0
Safety 3.3 3.5
Features 4.0 3.2
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Maruti Suzuki Swift Comparison with Similar Cars

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which car is better between Renault KWID and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?
  • Renault Kwid is a strong car. It is funky and muscular looking and comes with a decent amount of features. On the other hand, Going over speed breakers or potholes, you’ll find that the Nios never once breaks its composure, if the family man wants to feel like a young boy again and escape the monotony of city commutes, the Nios Turbo is the perfect tool for that. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you `to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which car to choose, KWID, Santro or Wagon R?
  • All the three cars are good in their forte. The Kwid is a great first car, looks great and sports some nice features but the driving experience isn't the best. Whereas, Hyundai Santro has a smooth engine, easy-to-drive, well-equipped top-end variant, interior quality from a class-above. On the other hand, the Wagon R continues to be a sensible practical hatchback. It’s now stronger, more feature-loaded, more powerful and safer. Importantly, the prices have not gone up substantially. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. What is the difference between kwid RXL and RXT
  • The RXT variant is available with more features in comparison to the RXL variant. The RXT variant is equipped with Single DIN Stereo with Radio AM/FM, MP3, Media NAV, Roof Mic, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Pollen filter, HVAC control function - 4 speed
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Maruti Suzuki Swift Vs Renault KWID FAQs

Which car is best between Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Renault KWID?
As per the users experiences Maruti Suzuki Swift is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your car. But Renault KWID is better on the grounds of features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Renault KWID?
The Renault KWID is cheaper than Maruti Suzuki Swift by ₹1.26 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Renault KWID?
The Maruti Suzuki Swift delivers better mileage 24.8 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Renault KWID?
For the LXi version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Swift produces 80.46bhp@5700rpm of power and 111.7Nm@4300rpm of torque. Whereas for the Evolution version, 999 cc Petrol engine of KWID produces 68bhp@5500rpm of power and 92.5Nm@4250rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Maruti Suzuki Swift has better performance.

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