Maruti Suzuki Swift
Arguably, India’s most-loved car, the Swift is also the model that changed Maruti Suzuki’s image forever. Now in its third generation, the Swift has grown in size and seemingly, so has its popularity – the hatch having become a permanent fixture on the best-sellers list. The Swift’s appeal has also widened after the introduction of the automatic transmission options. In all, the Maruti Suzuki Swift is available in petrol-manual, petrol-AMT, diesel-manual and diesel-AMT forms.
Arguably, India’s most-loved car, the Swift is also the model that changed Maruti Suzuki’s image forever. Now in its ...
Arguably, India’s most-loved car, the Swift is also the model that changed Maruti Suzuki’s image forever. Now in its third generation, the Swift has grown in size and seemingly, so has its popularity – the hatch having become a permanent fixture on the best-sellers list. The Swift’s appeal has also widened after the introduction of the automatic transmission options. In all, the Maruti Suzuki Swift is available in petrol-manual, petrol-AMT, diesel-manual and diesel-AMT forms.
Maruti Suzuki Swift Quick Review
It may be larger than its predecessors but the latest model hasn’t veered from the sporty styling template which is synonymous with the Swift name. The size increase has benefited cabin room and it’s actually quite spacious on the inside. However, the all-black theme and small rear windows can make it feel gloomy. Also, its cabin quality is not really special.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift’s 83hp, 1.2-litre, petrol engine is refined, peppy and quite enjoyable when paired with the 5-speed manual gearbox. The petrol-AMT unit also works well enough in average city conditions. The Maruti Swift diesel that uses the 75hp, 1.3-litre engine isn’t as impressive, though. Sure, it’s very efficient, but the engine is loud and feels outdated. The diesel-AMT is also just not as smooth as it ought to be. Ride and handling are good, though the latest model is not as sharp as the older Swifts.
It may be larger than its predecessors but the latest model hasn’t veered from the sporty styling template which is s...
It may be larger than its predecessors but the latest model hasn’t veered from the sporty styling template which is synonymous with the Swift name. The size increase has benefited cabin room and it’s actually quite spacious on the inside. However, the all-black theme and small rear windows can make it feel gloomy. Also, its cabin quality is not really special.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift’s 83hp, 1.2-litre, petrol engine is refined, peppy and quite enjoyable when paired with the 5-speed manual gearbox. The petrol-AMT unit also works well enough in average city conditions. The Maruti Swift diesel that uses the 75hp, 1.3-litre engine isn’t as impressive, though. Sure, it’s very efficient, but the engine is loud and feels outdated. The diesel-AMT is also just not as smooth as it ought to be. Ride and handling are good, though the latest model is not as sharp as the older Swifts.
Maruti Suzuki Swift Variants: Our Choice
The petrol-manual Swift is our pick of the entire range. The Swift petrol-automatic is also a good choice for city dwellers, even if it’s not the best of automatic cars around. The diesel Swifts are only worth a look if your monthly running is extensive.
Of the four trims on offer, we’d recommend the top-spec Swift Z+. It's on the expensive side but also gets goodies such as LED headlamps and a touchscreen infotainment system. The second-from-top Z variant misses out on these features but makes for a real value-for-money buy. Commendably, all versions of the Maruti Suzuki Swift get dual airbags, ABS, EBD and Isofix child seat mounts.
The petrol-manual Swift is our pick of the entire range. The Swift petrol-automatic is also a good choice for city dw...
The petrol-manual Swift is our pick of the entire range. The Swift petrol-automatic is also a good choice for city dwellers, even if it’s not the best of automatic cars around. The diesel Swifts are only worth a look if your monthly running is extensive.
Of the four trims on offer, we’d recommend the top-spec Swift Z+. It's on the expensive side but also gets goodies such as LED headlamps and a touchscreen infotainment system. The second-from-top Z variant misses out on these features but makes for a real value-for-money buy. Commendably, all versions of the Maruti Suzuki Swift get dual airbags, ABS, EBD and Isofix child seat mounts.