MSIL discontinues old swift. EDIT : New Swift LAUNCHED!

bhp_maniac · 16th August 2011, 16:49

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Originally Posted by fuel_addict

The increase is hardly significant. The peak torque is just 1 N-m more than the earlier motor although at 500 rpm less. I will not be surprised if the low end torque is identical to the earlier car. I wonder if the VVT will help at low speeds. The T-BHP review should make things clear.

Peak torque is OK. What I meant was the more linear approach of torque distribution across the RPM range (read better torque at lower rpms). Even if the peak torque is just an Nm higher, the torque distribution can have a more linear approach now due to the VVT

Lets wait for the official torque chart and T-BHP review.

swiftnfurious · 16th August 2011, 17:10

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Originally Posted by el lobo 6061

...as it seems strange spotting Swift, Liva and India refreshed at the same place one behind the other.

Probably a comparo shoot out? Since all the three cars you mentioned belong to the same segment & all of them new in the block !

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Originally Posted by anandjha

The timer on the swift site is purely indicative. In all the excitement took it at the face value. Now I have discovered that whenever you refresh the site the countdown invariably starts at 20:51:28. What does it mean?

I get the same error. Should be a JS or Flash code gone wrong.

arindambasu13 · 16th August 2011, 17:13

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Originally Posted by anandjha

The timer on the swift site is purely indicative. In all the excitement took it at the face value. Now I have discovered that whenever you refresh the site the countdown invariably starts at 20:51:28. What does it mean?

The site now shows around 18 hours, which means that the launch is around 11 am tomorrow.

Cant wait!

anandjha · 16th August 2011, 17:31

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Maruti Suzuki Swift
Less than 19 hours to go for the Maruti Suzuki Swift to be launched! Are you ready?

According to Swift Facebook page the launch is around 19 hours from now. Also got a call from SE confirming the launch for tomorrow. And yes we are ready!

volkman10 · 16th August 2011, 18:30

Speculation continues, now with prices too.
Another test review,
Conclusion – The Swift has grown up and has evolved into a much better car in all parameters. Maruti has addressed the previous issues and this new model is a positive step forward. The competition is heating up but Maruti Suzuki does know the ingredients (low price and high fuel efficiency) to make the new Swift a success. The much wanted ZDi variant has also been launched by Maruti. Powered by trend setting K-Series and the tried and tested Multijet engine, the Swift’s performance is sure to set you smiling. With plusher interiors, better ride and handling and improved fuel efficiency, not to forget Maruti’s bullet proof dealership network, the all new Swift is all set to remain what it has always been, the segment leader."

New 2012 Maruti Suzuki Swift Test Drive Review | MotorBeam - Indian Car Bike News & Reviews

"Car tested: New 2011 Maruti Suzuki Swift ZXi and ZDi
Price OTR Mumbai: Rs. 6,65,000/- (ZXi), Rs. 7,45,000/- (ZDi) (est)"

Cheers!

romeomidhun · 16th August 2011, 19:17

Un-confirmed info from a source: introductory price for Petrol base variant is 5.39L ex-showroom Delhi.

StarrySky · 16th August 2011, 19:34

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Originally Posted by volkman10

"Car tested: New 2011 Maruti Suzuki Swift ZXi and ZDi
Price OTR Mumbai: Rs. 6,65,000/- (ZXi), Rs. 7,45,000/- (ZDi) (est)"

Cheers!

Rs.7.45L OTR for the ZDi? How much would that mean ex-showroom? I guess Maruti would try to keep it near 7L OTR for the ZDi in Kerala (that would mean an ex-showroom price of about Rs.6.5L).

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Originally Posted by romeomidhun

Un-confirmed info from a source: introductory price for Petrol base variant is 5.39L ex-showroom Delhi.

That would mean about 6.2-6.3L for the Zxi petrol. And assuming the diesel variant to be priced about 80K more than the equivalent petrol variant, the ZDi would cross 7L ex-showroom. I'm not sure it's going to be that expensive. Could it be 5.39L for the diesel base variant?

CRtorquefan · 16th August 2011, 19:39

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Originally Posted by romeomidhun

Un-confirmed info from a source: introductory price for Petrol base variant is 5.39L ex-showroom Delhi.

Strictly, I don't think so.
IMHO, 4.4 Lacs is the starting price point for base Swift LXi(petrol) & 5.15 lacs for base LDi Diesel(Ex-Showroom, Delhi).
Anything beyond this will be a matter of concern for both MSIL & its Customers.

anekho · 16th August 2011, 19:45

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Originally Posted by romeomidhun

Un-confirmed info from a source: introductory price for Petrol base variant is 5.39L ex-showroom Delhi.

Sounds waaaay to expensive for LXI. We have to remember that Maruti need to leave room for the New Dzire, which essentially is an entry level sedan.

My pricing predictions (ex-showroom):

LXI: ~440 000
VXI: ~490 000
ZXI: ~560 000

LDI: ~500 000
VDI: ~550 000
ZDI: ~630 000

This pricing leaves space for the New Dzire and will 'catch the eye' (

) of any hatch buyer across the spectrum (From Beat/i10 to i20/Polo etc.).

Let's see what happens!

anandjha · 16th August 2011, 19:56

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Originally Posted by anekho

My pricing predictions (ex-showroom):

LXI: ~440 000
VXI: ~490 000
ZXI: ~560 000

LDI: ~500 000
VDI: ~550 000
ZDI: ~630 000

My guess as well. I don't think Maruti will price it much higher than the outgoing Swift. May be a little more, yes!

romeomidhun · 16th August 2011, 20:07

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Originally Posted by StarrySky

Could it be 5.39L for the diesel base variant?

Sorry, it's 4.39L for Petrol base variant. The source "confused" me.

StarrySky · 16th August 2011, 20:13

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Originally Posted by romeomidhun

Sorry, it's 4.39L for Petrol base variant. The source "confused" me.

That's about 30K more than the Ritz LXi. Going by that logic, the Swift LDi should cost about 5.19L.

CrAzY dRiVeR · 17th August 2011, 01:50

Some very good news from Motorbeam review of the swift-

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Build Quality - Maruti cars have never been on the podium when it comes to build quality but the new Swift is different. Build quality, fit and finish deserve a special mention. The Swift was prone to rattles and though it may to too early to tell, it seems to be very well put together with no rattles or squeaks of any nature.

New 2012 Maruti Suzuki Swift Test Drive Review | MotorBeam - Indian Car Bike News & Reviews

swiftnfurious · 17th August 2011, 02:21

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Originally Posted by volkman10

Price OTR Mumbai: Rs. 6,65,000/- (ZXi), Rs. 7,45,000/- (ZDi) (est)"

Though this prices look realistic & as per my expectations, the ZDi still looks kinda expensive.

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Originally Posted by StarrySky

Rs.7.45L OTR for the ZDi? How much would that mean ex-showroom? I guess Maruti would try to keep it near 7L OTR for the ZDi in Kerala (that would mean an ex-showroom price of about Rs.6.5L)

Mumbai Ex showroom prices will be nearly same as Ex showroom Kerala; a max difference of 10K I guess. But they have higher RT + Octroi etc which bumps up the OTR to close to 7.4L. I presume Kerala will have an OTR of 7.1L max.

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Originally Posted by CRtorquefan

IMHO, 4.4 Lacs is the starting price point for base Swift LXi(petrol) & 5.15 lacs for base LDi Diesel(Ex-Showroom, Delhi).

Are these the old prices? If so we might need to add a 20K to the base variant to get the new prices I assume.

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Originally Posted by anekho

My pricing predictions (ex-showroom):

LXI: ~440 000
VXI: ~490 000
ZXI: ~560 000

LDI: ~500 000
VDI: ~550 000
ZDI: ~630 000

I guess you are close. I will add another 10-20K to all those prices though.

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Originally Posted by StarrySky

That's about 30K more than the Ritz LXi. Going by that logic, the Swift LDi should cost about 5.19L.

That's what even I expect.

dilipkumar7278 · 17th August 2011, 10:18

Yesterday had a look at the new Swift. The quality of panels and materials used in dash has definitely gone up.

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