Maruti Swift

The Australian-spec of the Maruti Suzuki Swift scored a one-star safety rating in the ANCAP crash test. It scored 47% in Adult Occupant Protection and 59% in Child Occupant Protection. The Vulnerable Road User Protection was rated at 76%, while the Safety Assist score stood at 54%. The model tested was equipped with six airbags as standard and ADAS features. However, these results do not apply to the Indian version of the Swift, which could potentially yield different outcomes when tested. In India, the Swift is priced between Rs 6.49 lakh and Rs 9.6 lakh (ex-showroom).

Features: The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift features a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 4.2-inch coloured multi-info display with analogue dials, a wireless phone charger, 6 speaker Arkamys-tuned sound system, rear AC vents, cruise control, automatic climate control, keyless entry and push-button start-stop. Safety features include six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill start assist, hill hold assist, ISOFIX and a rearview camera with parking sensors.

Engine: The 2024 Maruti Swift gets a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine that develops 82 PS and 112 Nm. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT automatic transmission. The Swift is also available with an optional CNG kit, where the engine delivers a reduced output of 69.75 PS and 101.8 Nm and is coupled with a 5-speed manual gearbox. It offers a claimed efficiency of 24.80 kmpl with the manual and 25.75kmpl with the AMT. The CNG variant has a claimed efficiency of up to 32.85 km/kg. It measures 3860 mm in length, 1735 in width and 1520 mm in height. It sits on a wheelbase of 2450 mm.

Rivals: The Maruti Suzuki Swift competes against the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Tata Tiago and Citroen C3. It's also a hatchback alternative to the Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter.

Variants: Maruti Suzuki offers the 2024 Swift in 5 broad trims: LXi, Vxi, VxI (O), Zxi, and ZXi+. The CNG variant is available in 3 trims: Vxi, Vxi (O) and Zxi. It can be had with 6 monotone and 3 dual-tone colour options: Sizzling Red, Luster Blue, Novel Orange, Magma Grey, Splendid Silver, and Arctic White. The Red, Blue, and White hues can be chosen with a dual-tone option with a black roof.