Maruti Swift

Maruti Suzuki Swift has ruled the hearts of several Indians ever since its launch in 2005. But the origins of this car go way back to the year 1999, when Suzuki's sports bike Hayabusa 1300R was launched, from which the Swift is inspired. The fact that they had created the world's fastest production motorcycle encouraged the Japanese auto giant's engineer to take their success a step further. The power of the Hayabusa 1300R was then given the form of Suzuki GSX-R/4, which further evolved through the means of Suzuki's concept cars called Concept S and Concept S-2. Finally it was the concept S-2 that took the form of Maruti Swift in 2005. It took a team of 21 Indian designers and engineers, who meticulously studied the car and transformed it into a ground breaking hatchback. This radically designed car wooed India with its performance, hence changing the history of Indian automotive industry, as we know it. But their endeavours did not end just their. In 2007, Maruti Suzuki launched a diesel version of the car that redefined the standards prevalent in the industry.

And the reason behind this hatchback's massive success is no exaggeration, and is in fact, well justified. The primary reason being the technology that fuels this powerful hatchback, i.e. 1.3-litre petrol engine and the 1.3-litre DDiS engine. The petrol variant's engine was replaced by a 1.2-litre L K-series engine in 2010 in compliance with the BSIV emission norms. The 16-valve light weight DOHC petrol engine not only reduces friction, and provides faster acceleration, but also delivers a power of 85.81bhp. The low maintenance engine provides excellent fuel efficiency with a mileage of 18.6kmpl. On the other hand, the 5-step Multi Injection Common Rail System of the diesel engine delivers a staggering mileage of 22.9kmpl, making it one of the most fuel-efficient cars to tread on Indian roads. Also, its turbochargers and intercooler combination results in not only efficient combustion, but also higher torque and clearer emissions. All that technology is further complemented by the provision of the new generation RBSS and improved transmission that renders it the best car in the segment. And Maruti Suzuki takes technology a step further with the safety facilities in the car. Dual SRS airbags, Boot Assist System braking, ABS and increased torsional rigidity are just a handful from a long list of safety-enhancing features found in the Maruti Suzuki Swift.

Moving on to the design and looks, there is no second opinion about the fact that Maruti Suzuki Swift is indeed one of the best looking cars that India has ever seen. The car has been designed in such an extravagant manner, that it takes your breath away in a matter of moments. Aerodynamic lines, enhanced dimensions and an athletic stance make up for the bold, and yet stylish contour of the car. The sweptback headlights and the stylish vertical tail lamps, together with other stylish features of Swift's exteriors take the charm of the contemporary looks of this hatchback to a different level altogether. And the interiors aren't any less enticing. The 3-spoke steering wheel, the instrument cluster along with other defining interior features add to the overall aura of the car. This car is truly nothing like anything.Maruti Swift LXI.

Maruti Swift Mileage

The all new Maruti Suzuki Swift is offered in both, petrol and diesel variants. The petrol version is packed with a 1.2-litre K series engine with a displacement of 1198cc. The engine is highly fuel efficient with the presence of VVT (variable Valve Timing) that allows the engine to breathe better, offer optimum performance, and also enhance fuel economy. Furthermore, the powertrain is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox. Maruti Swift’s powerful engine is compliant with the BSIV emission standards and delivers an impressive mileage of 18.6kmpl as per ARAI test cycle . The new Swift is 4 per cent more fuel efficient than the outgoing model. The diesel version of Maruti Swift is powered by 1.3-litre DDiS engine with a displacement of 1248cc. It is equipped with a combination of a turbocharger and intercooler, which offers efficient combustion, while the DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) ensures proper valve opening that accumulatively make this engine very frugal. The advanced DDiS (Direct Diesel Injection System), which is a patented version of CRDi (Common Rail Direct Injection), also helps it achieve maximum fuel economy. The diesel engine offers a mileage of 22.9kmpl as per ARAI. But the new Swift diesel is 6 per cent more fuel efficient than the outgoing Swift.
 

Power of Maruti Swift

 
New Maruti Suzuki Swift is available in two versions, i.e. petrol and diesel. The 1.2-litre, K-Series VVT petrol engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox , with synchromesh in all gears and one reverse. The engine has MPFI (Multi Point Fuel Injection) fuel injection that helps the car to deliver optimum performance. This highly advanced engine produces an impressive power of 86bhp at 6000rpm and a torque of 114 Nm at 4000rpm , which is more than the older version of Swift. The diesel version of Maruti Swift houses a 1.3-litre DDiS engine. The DDiS engine is equipped with 5-step Multi Injection CRDi system with turbocharger and intercooler combination that offers efficient combustion and higher torque. The DOHC packed engine is built of aluminium bed plate that produces less noise and vibration even at high speed. This advanced DDiS engine produces a power of 74bhp at 4000rpm and a torque of 190Nm at 2000rpm. 

 

Acceleration & Pick-Up

 
The petrol version of the new Swift is powered by a 1.2-litre K series engine with a displacement of 1198cc. This K-Series engine is packed with light weight DOHC valve train that reduces friction and performs better. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission . The engine is good and offers optimum performance and produces decent power and torque with improved compression ratios and delivers better initial and passing acceleration in city driving conditions for zipper overtaking. The new Maruti Swift scores better for acceleration than the outgoing model. The diesel version of Swift is packed with 1.3-litre DDiS engine with a displacement of 1248cc. This engine has been fitted with turbocharger and intercooler combination with a 5 step multi injection common rail system that helps in better fuel combustion, fuel efficiency, and higher torque. The engine is built of aluminum bed plate which helps in reducing vibration and noises in high speed and offers smooth and hassle free driving experience . Maruti Swift diesel is one of the quickest hatchbacks in India.

 

Maruti Swift Exteriors

The new Maruti Swift is a very smart and classy car that looks quite robust and sporty. It is definitely a head-turner with a very elegant design and chic exteriors. The body graphics are unadulterated, which make it quite irresistible. The curvy body of the car is its defining feature. The front grill is very well defined and merges very subtly with the headlights and makes the car look of very stunning and attractive. The body coloured bumpers and internally adjusted ORVMs with indicators gives the car a very elegant and offers a stylish look. The rear section of the Swift is designed with stylish LED tail lights that offer a very impressive look. The coloured door handles and mirror cowls give that finishing touch to the exteriors of the car. The chrome finished logo of the company at the front of the car projects the trust and faith the company has. Rear window wipers and demister are the other features of the car . The alloy wheels and body coloured outside mirrors with indicators and body coloured door handles of Swift gives the car a very aggressive and classy look. The new Swift certainly sports class-defining exteriors. Turn indicators have been placed on the external rear view mirrors. Also the larger headlamps at the front, imposing tail lamps, sporty U-line design theme, sporty antenna, all new fenders, bumpers, rear bumper and fog lamps help Swift stand out from the crowd. It also has a unique floating roofline design coupled with a sporty wheel arch design and 15-inch alloy wheels and low-profile tyres with new wheel cap designs. The new Swift inherits the same quintessential round looks. The sweptback headlights and taillights give a stretched look to the new Swift. Wheel arches are more prominent, the shoulder line and rear are curvy, giving it a crisp look. The company has also increased the tyre size.
Exterior Measurements
New Maruti Swift is a premium hatchback car with a capacity to seat 5 members with ease. The exterior dimensions of this new Maruti Swift are: Length-3850mm, Width-1695mm, Height-1530mm. The new Swift adds an extra 40mm to the wheelbase, increasing the wheelbase statistic to 2430mm. The ground clearance of Swift is a good 170mm.

 

Maruti Swift Interior

New Maruti Suzuki Swift is a premium hatchback with impressive, class-leading dynamics and mind-blowing interiors. The interior of new Swift attract car lovers in just a glance. The new Maruti Suzuki Swift is designed to offer room via its spacious interiors that give you the ultimate princely comfort. The rich and sporty upholstery present in new Swift merges very well with the interiors and offers a very classy and stylish look to the overall ambience of the car. The sporty black interior colour scheme further enhances the sports car look of the car. The silver painted door garnish and inside door opener gives a royal and supreme touch to the interior of the car. The sports type spherical shift knobs present in the car gives the new Swift very sporty and amazing interiors which are very much in demand amongst the youth. The door trim fabric present in the car gives the elegance and stylish look to the interior. There are silver accents on trim and on the new 3-spoke steering wheel. T he other additions to the interiors of the car include vanity mirrors, digital display trip meter, luggage room, sun visor, day and night rear view mirror, etc. The shinning touch of the interior is completed with the front and rear cabin lamps in 3 positions and the anti glare inside rear view mirror. As part of the premium and plush interiors, new Maruti Swift has larger body hugging front seats, sporty multi-layered dash board with a waterfall console, enhanced chrome usage on a/c vent knobs & door handles for premium feel , integrated storage spaces in dashboard with retractable cup holder, multi-information LCD display: fuel efficiency, temperature, trip, time, etc.
Interior Comfort
New Maruti Suzuki Swift offers cocoon like comfort with its interiors. It is also packed with an array of advanced and comfortable features that offers a very pleasant and comfortable ride. The car not only has looks, style, interiors, and exteriors but a number of comfort-enhancing features to attract car lovers. The tilt power steering present in new Swift provides a very comfortable drive by customization in the position according to one’s need according to the height of the driver. The electric ORVM offers comfort of changing the view without opening the windows of the car. The Swift has new speedometer cluster, single touch lane indicator besides automatic climate control to maintain the temperature inside the car. The three-spoke steering has audio controls mounted on it and the controls are illuminated . Power window in both front and rear seat gives great comfort in closing the windows when needed. The storage section is also taken care of by offering huge luggage space, cup holders, ticket holders, console box, etc. The air conditioner with heater controls the inside temperature and offers a very comfortable driving. The single folding rear bench seat offers the optimum utilization of space when required. The head restraint and driver seat height adjuster offers a very good and comfortable driving experience to all drivers. The integrated audio system comes with six speakers and also supports USB also gives a joyful driving experience. Some other comfort features are remote fuel lid opener, boot lid opener, cigarette lighter, antenna, etc. Besides this the new Swift has improved NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) and it has up to 3db of noise inside the cabin thus making the cabin peaceful even at high speeds. The presence of hydraulic engine mounts helps in reducing engine NVH inside the cabin. The interiors also have improved ergonomics and an array of reminders such as seat belt, lights and key-left indicators. For those who do not want to carry keys, new Maruti Swift has keyless entry features as well.
Interior Measurements
Maruti Suzuki Swift is a premium hatchback car with a seating capacity of 5 people. The car is also very roomy and spacious car with elegant interiors that offers front headroom of 1000mm, rear headroom of 910mm, shoulder room of 1290mm and rear knee room of 855mm (max) and 625mm (min). The car offers a leg room of 1150mm (max) and 690mm (min).

 

Maruti Swift Engine and Performance

New Maruti Suzuki Swift is a very powerful and performance-oriented car with advanced technology and features in its kitty. New Swift comes in two versions – Petrol and diesel. The petrol version of new Swift is equipped with a 1.2-litre, 1197 cc K series engine which is very frugal and offers amazing performance. The K series engine is packed with a light weight 16-valve DOHC (Double Over Head Camshaft) valvetrain, which helps in reducing friction and improving durability of engine. The engine is Bharat Stage IV emission standard compliant that makes the car eco-friendly. The engine is equipped with VVT and Multijet, which further enhances combustion and consequently the performance and fuel economy too. The K-series engine is very silent and reduces vibration even at high speed, which enhances the driving comfort and pleasure. The highly advanced K-series engine of Swift offers great performance by delivering a power of 86bhp at 6000rpm and a torque of 114Nm at 4000rpm. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission with detent -pin technology in transmission and cable type gear shift ensures smoother gear shift. The diesel version of new Swift houses a 1.3-litre, 1248cc DDiS engine which is very well known for its performance and fuel efficiency. The high powered diesel engine is also packed with 16-valve DOHC valvetrain configuration, which helps in precise and quick valve operation that offer better fuel combustion and optimized NVH. The turbocharger and intercooler combination engine offers clear emission and higher torque even on lower revs. The cooled ERG (Exhaust gas recirculation) system of the engine helps to reduce carbon emission and make the car more eco-friendly. The 16-valve cylinder head offers improve breathing and better fuel efficiency.

 

 

Stereo & Accessories in Maruti Swift

 
Maruti Suzuki Swift is packed with integrated high-end audio system and speakers . The car’s six speakers with surround sound effect that makes your journey pleasant and enjoyable wherein you can listen to your favorite tunes while driving. There is also automatic speed based 3 level volume control and steering mounted audio controls . The audio controls are also illuminated for better visibility during night driving.

Braking & Handling

The new Swift possesses a very sound braking system that promises a safe drive. The presence of ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) in variants of the car helps in preventing wheel lockup during panic braking. The front brakes of Swift are ventilated disc brakes and the rear brakes are drum brakes , which are very efficient in case of unexpected surprises on the road. The Maruti Swift also features an improved handling system. Just like its predecessor, the suspension of new Swift is very efficient. The front suspension is made of Mc Pherson strut with coil spring, while the rear suspension is of torsion beam with coil spring. This new frame type front suspension present in the Maruti Swift offers better stability and driving comfort.

Handling & Safety

 
Inheriting traits from its exiting model, new Swift by all means is a very safe car with many advanced safety features. The car is packed with both active and passive safety features to safeguard against the surprises that come in our way. The presence of Dual SRS front Airbags is of great help during accidents and collision which reduces the impact of collision and provides a cushioning effect in collision. The ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is available in Maruti Suzuki Swift Next with engine drag control and it prevents wheel locking in case of sudden braking and also controls the car’s stability. The brake assist feature present in the car is also a very important safety measure . The new Maruti Swift unlocks automatically in case of an accident and there is auto lock when key is removed. In order to make it impact resistant there is increased tensional rigidity in body of the new Swift. The intelligent computerized Anti-theft system helps you track your car and reduces the chances of unwelcome guests. The halogen headlamps offer a very clear visibility to the roads and reduce the danger henceforth. The availability of front and rear fog lamps in some variants of the car act as a safeguard against bad weather condition driving. The front and rear ELR seat belts are another safeguards present in the car. Some other safety measures are key not removed warning, child lock, high mounted stop lamp which is clearly visible, double horn, side impact beams etc helps you drive tension free when kids are on board. With the availability of an array of advanced safeguards, one can drive Swift in absolute peace.