Options considered- Hyundai twins- Nios and Exter, Nexa trio- Ignis, Fronx 1.2 and Baleno, Arena- Swift, Tata Punch and Honda Amaze.

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A test drive day out 8 cars and a surprising winner!

It has been some time that my family and I have pondered upon replacing our beloved beater- A Datsun Redigo AMT. At 70k+ kms on the odo, predominantly on Thane and Mumbai roads, we doubt the further longevity of the vehicle and would be happy to pass it on to an owner who would take that plunge, care for our beater and cross 1L kms. As the search for a city car begins, the family is joyous and suddenly it's 100% attendance for dinner table discussions Budget is set out for 12L on-road and every family member is pushing his own agenda creating a miniature election within the household.

Options considered- Hyundai twins- Nios and Exter, Nexa trio- Ignis, Fronx 1.2 and Baleno, Arena- Swift, Tata Punch, and Honda Amaze.

I called up all the dealerships and checked for availability of a test drive vehicle on Sunday and tentatively drew up a schedule to test drive all the vehicles sequentially with a lunch break to enjoy some south Indian food and discuss the initial observations.

• Modi Hyundai, Thane

At walking distance from my home, Modi Hyundai had a soft corner. Stepped in to be greeted by the Creta followed by the Ioniq and then the Nios. Nios Sportz AMT was supposed to fit the bill.

Extensive reading on this very forum created perspectives that it is one of the best AMTs to own in the market and we liked the way it looked. Also, the teal shade ensured my wife was happy with it. But I wasn't impressed after the test drive.

Deal breaker after the test drive- The steering. Maybe I am spoiled by our Ecosport but even our Redigo's steering feedback and the ability to be light enough to park and weigh up as the speed reaches 80 kmph felt much better than the Nios. I just couldn't convince myself to live with that lifeless steering for the next 10 years. However, remember the soft corner for Hyundai? What soft corners do is that they help you give a benefit of the doubt. I thought it might be the test drive car and thus hopped on to the Exter and instructed my mind to experience it fresh. Result- Same steering experience with Exter and to make things worse- I felt Exter was not as responsive to throttle inputs as the Nios. I stepped away from the showroom with disappointment.

We stopped for some coffee and proceeded to Tata

• Tata Punch- Petrol AMT.

As the Punch wears the crown of sales charts, we were excited to experience it and also to buy a Tata. After all, after the Tata Indica we never considered Tata Motors in the last 15 years.
Test drive experience- The car felt well built, the doors had significant weight and the interior was well laid out. Seat height was just right with easy ingress and egress, something we valued, as I am 6.1 ft followed by mom at 5.11 ft, father at 5.10 ft, and wife at 5.9 ft.

We liked the ride quality and everything the car had to offer except the elephant in the room- Engine. At about 11L on the road for the variant of choice, the engine that does not respond, the gearbox that jerked just like the Datsun, we decided to move on and return if at all we conclude that this is all we are going to get.

• Nexa- Ignis AMT

I must say it was one of the best dealership experiences and the staff was well informed, and also provided detailed answers to all our questions.

Test drive experience

The entire family appreciated the advantages of a tall boy design (not enumerating as it's implied).

As I stepped off the brake pedal, the car crept forward smoothly, some input on the gas and it made progress just as expected, some additional input and now we are progressing rapidly. It felt like the car was just inviting you to push it hard. The steering was so much better than the Hyundai experience and I was impressed with that driving experience. The smile that I experienced from driving was back on my face. We noted the points to consider- the same old parts from Maruti's bin. The rear design that we did not like and the fact that the car looks old and might not age well since we plan to keep it for 10 years at least.

Subsequently, we test-drove the Fronx 1.2 Delta AMT and Baleno 1.2 but the Ignis stole my heart with what it had to offer. Also at a price that made it true value for money.

• Honda Amaze

None of the family members wanted a compact sedan and I had to pursue them by advertising CVT.
Test drive- Oh boy! The smoothness of that CVT was superb! However, the car did feel a bit old. The lack of rear adjustable headrests even in the top-spec, front armrest, etc. were a few points to consider. The fact that a new gen is due was also something on our minds.

• Maruti Swift

So much has been said about the looks and those 3 cylinders. BHPians have expressed their views and the majority of those views also meant that I ain't boarding this ship. With reluctance, we head to Maruti Arena. Let me put it this way- We did not hate the way it looked and can live with it for a decade. The smoked effect on the head and tail lights is good and adds to some character.

Test drive experience.

The front seats were comfortable. The side bolstering was very useful since the majority of the cars we test drove, did not have a good front seat. The dashboard tilt towards the driver is done so well that instinctively the phone went where it should have so did the wallet and keys. Ergonomics- Good. A lot of things that I hate Maruti for were absent in this car- Eg: I hate the absence of firewall insulation, bonnet insulation, boot cover, wires hanging around, at least some basic layer for underbody protection, no space to tug the rear seat belts, boot lamp at times restricted to top variants, etc. Oh, and I hate that door flex on operating those windows. Well, I curse Maruti every day for this. But....

Swift had all this in place. The majority of my hate points were taken care of by Maruti in this new gen. So far so good.

As I step off the brake pedal, the car takes off smoothly and silently. Very minimal vibrations inside the cabin as well. With every throttle input, the car made good progress. The steering is so light at city speeds but still provides feedback. At 80 kmph it weighed up so well. The brakes were progressive as well. IMHO one can feel the additional low-end torque in play. It probably has helped in reducing that AMT jerk from 1st to 2nd gear. (I may be wrong about this) but the gear shifts were barely noticeable no matter the scenario.

But remember where Hyundai had a soft corner, the scenario was otherwise with MSIL. So I requested that we have a 25 kms long test drive on EEH and a few city roads. The salesperson obliged and we crossed the Mulund Toll. The car built speed and we were cruising on a Sunday early evening at about 90 kmph. The passengers inside were so comfortable. We also liked the speakers provided. The ride quality was stiff. We love stiff suspension set-ups. It meant that minor undulations could be handled at speed and with confidence. We did not scrape any speed breakers with full load and Thane has some crazy ones. I stepped out satisfied with the car. Swift did better than Ignis and had so much to offer

With the best possible objectivity, the Swift came out to be a winner! Never expected this and have yet to bite the bullet due to the absence of that cylinder, decrease in power, parts from the same Maruti bin, etc.

However, in reality, the car did its job so well!! Here I say it- It was fun to drive and as mentioned in the official review- It is brisk and probably that brisk behaviour is all we need in our cramped cities.

What also helped was test-driving all the cars back to back and taking notes after every drive.

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The Swift scored 67% for adult occupant safety and 65% for child occupant protection.

The fourth-generation Suzuki Swift has been awarded a 3-star rating by Euro NCAP. The Swift scored 67% for adult occupant safety and 65% for child occupant protection.

According to the crash test report, the Swift offered good protection to the head in the frontal impact test. Chest protection for the driver and passenger was rated as weak and marginal, respectively. The car offered adequate protection for the occupant's legs.

In the full-width rigid barrier test, the new Swift offered marginal protection to the chest of the driver and rear passenger, and head protection was rated as good. The car offered adequate and good protection to the chest in the side barrier and side pole impact tests, respectively.

The crash report states that Suzuki did not provide evidence to demonstrate the degree to which the Swift would control excursion (the extent to which a body is thrown to the other side of the vehicle when it is hit from the far side). The car also has no countermeasure to mitigate head-to-head contact between the front seat occupants, so far-side protection was rated as poor.

In the frontal offset test, protection of the neck of the 10-year-old dummy was rated as poor. Chest protection was marginal, and head protection was adequate. For the 6-year-old dummy, tensile forces indicated weak neck protection, while head decelerations resulted in a marginal rating for that body area. In the side barrier test, chest accelerations showed poor chest protection for the 10-year-old dummy, and neck protection was rated as weak.

The EU-spec 4th-gen Swift comes equipped with autonomous emergency braking (AEB). The system performed adequately, but it does not offer any protection against dooring, where a car door is suddenly opened in the path of a cyclist approaching from behind.

Maruti is also offering discounts on the unsold stock of the previous generation Swift.

Maruti Suzuki is offering discounts on the recently launched Swift for the first time. There are multiple offers on other models like the Alto K10, S-Presso, Wagon R, Celerio and Dzire as well.

According to a media report, Maruti Arena dealers are offering discounts of around Rs 10,000-15,000 on the Swift. Additionally, there’s an exchange bonus of Rs 15,000.

The 4th-gen Swift was launched in May this year. It is available in five variants and is powered by a new Z-series 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 80 BHP and 112 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT.

Maruti is also offering discounts on the previous generation Swift. The petrol version is available with a Rs 35,000 discount, while the CNG version gets benefits worth Rs 15,000.

The Swift was introduced in the Indian market back in May 2005.

The Maruti Suzuki Swift has achieved a new sales milestone of 3 million units in India.

The Swift was introduced in the Indian market back in May 2005. Since then, it has been one of the most popular hatchbacks in the country. Sales crossed the 1 million unit mark in November 2013 and surpassed 2 million units in May 2018.

This year, Maruti Suzuki launched the fourth-generation Swift in India. The new model is available with a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine that produces 80 BHP and 112 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT.

The new Swift is available in five variants: LXi, VXi, VXi (O), ZXi, and ZXi+, with prices starting at Rs 6.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

The toughest part was to get the license to drive from family members. At- last we received “The License” from family members to drive to Ladakh on the condition that we do not venture out in public in Jammu, Srinagar and Kargil.

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This is an old travelogue (done in 2010) which was hosted on BCMTOURING.com. After the site going down (Other Indian Web Forums are dying | That's a depressingly big loss for Netizens), I just thought to keep the thread active (nostalgic reasons, being my first long drive)

Planning

Last year when my co-brother (Vasuki) and myself were having a casual talk about a long vacation during the summer of 2010, he came up with an idea of driving to the “Highest Motor able Road” in the world. When he suggested that, I did not take it seriously. Then came the “Overdrive” magazine in which they’d tested small hatch backs to Leh from Manali which rang a bell in me. And this led me into “search mode” for the feasibility of the drive (a long one too, I think). After going through many sites, books etc I came into conclusion that it’s possible if you have the nerve. After looking into the feasibility it was time to do the actual planning like how to go, where all to visit, what to carry, what all can be crammed in the short 20 odd day’s time etc. This is where bcmtouring came into light. After going through the posts/travelogue it was time for clarifying the doubts and decided to become the member of bcmtouring. This was a real good decision as the actual planning was done with the help from the members of bcmtouring especially from “Yogesh Sarkar”.

Selection of Days

Not much selection was here. Had just a window of 45 days from May 15 June last week from which 20 to 25 days were available. So decided to take the last part i.e. from May end to June End and thus 28.May.2010 to 20.Jun.2010 was selected with a buffer of 5 days (in case of any unforeseen events)

Selection of Vehicle

We had two options:

Hyundai Elantra CRDI

• Advantages
• Comfortable Car
• Safety Features – ABS, Airbags, Traction Control (Peace of mind)
• Diesel
• Ground Clearance 180+mm
• Disadvantages
• Already clocked 1.3+Lakhs
• Phased out model, so spare parts availability is a big question
• Number of Service centres less compared to the competition
  

 Maruti Swift VDI+ABS

• Advantages
• Comparatively new car – Clocked 30+K kms
• Maruti Service centres are present every where
• Frugal compared to Elantra
• Disadvantages
• Airbags and Traction Control Missing
• Not as comfortable as Elantra
• Ground Clearance is only 170mm 

At last we zeroed in on Maruti Swift as service is available anywhere and we were just 2 persons who were ready to sacrifice the comfort of Elantra.

Selection of Route

We wanted to drive through the golden quadrilateral. So had initial plans to cover whole of GQ (Trivandrum -> Kochi -> Salem -> Bangalore -> Mumbai -> Delhi -> Ladhak -> Delhi -> Calcutta -> Vizag -> Chennai -> Salem -> Kochi -> Trivandrum), but had to drop out due to all kinds of problems in the eastern parts of India (West Bengal , Orissa, Andhra Pradesh). The final route

Trivandrum -> Kochi -> Salem -> Bangalore -> Mumbai -> Delhi -> Amritsar -> Srinagar -> Ladhak -> Delhi -> Mumbai -> Goa -> Kochi -> Trivandrum (wanted to drive via the Konkan Ghats).

Others

We decided to follow the Rules:

1. Not to drive above 100KMP when co-passenger is sleeping
2. Not to drive above 120KMPH at any time
3. Try to maintain a speed around 100kmph or so wherever possible.
4. Never to take any dangerous maneuvers
5. Change driver if drive feels sleepy, if both of the drivers are feeling sleepy “Stop for the day”
6. No driving time restrictions in South India
7. No driving after 9pm between Mumbai to Delhi
8. No driving after 6pm (after sunset) beyond Delhi

Toughest Part

The toughest part was to get the license to drive from family members. At- last we received “The License” from family members to drive to Ladakh on the condition that we do not venture out in public in Jammu, Srinagar and Kargil.

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Apparently, the owner used to stay somewhere else and didn't get a chance to drive it much. The dealer is asking Rs 3.4 lakh for the car.

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As my used car search journey continued, I came across an 8-year-old petrol Swift VXI that has a noticeably low running of 14-15,000 odd kilometres. With two owners to its credit. Fishy, eh?

Upon speaking to the dealer, turns out that the service history ended a few years ago, and since then the car has been driven only around 10,000 Km more, in the last five years or, so. After that, the new owner who used to stay somewhere else didn't get a chance to drive it much really. Not that I find his words credible, but I don't have the know-how to determine a low-running car.

I did check his reviews, and they seem great. As usual, whenever I am in doubt I turn to this forum, as I believe it has the fairest opinion of all.

Factors to consider:

• For a car that has run only 14,000 Km, is it odd to have a few parts repaired? (the bumpers, and doors) We are talking about Kolkata, and it is a super congested place. As per the dealer, it falls under minor touch-ups to cover the scratches. Now I am a bit skeptical, as nobody bothers to touch up such minor scratches especially if they never bothered to drive the car a lot, why would they care about touching it up to enhance its looks if it isn't a daily driver?
• Moreover, seems like the car has a gap in the service history for a few years after the second owner took the car. Should I go ahead with it? The car looks fine based on the pics, and the dealer's reviews are okay.

The price quoted is around Rs. 3,40,000 and he is not reducing below that.

This car would be my first rodeo, and I want to make it a good one! BHPians, I need your serious opinion. Should I go for it? What things should I check?

Here's what BHPian boniver had to say about the matter:

Yeah, no chance an 8-year-old car with 2 owners has been driven just 14k. On the contrary, if the reading is indeed true, this car will be problematic in the long run.

Here's what BHPian Jeroen had to say about the matter:

As Boniver pointed out, very unlikely that an eight-year-old car has such low mileage.

There are a few other telltales. At such a low mileage the interior should be immaculate, almost new! So look closely at the driver seat. Any sagging in the cushions. Roll out the safety belt, it should look brand new. Look at the pedals, at this mileage there should be no wear to be seen at all on the rubber pads on the pedals. Check the shifter and other controls for signs of usage.

If you have access to a good OBD scanner you might be able to extract the mileage from the ECU. Most modern cars have the mileage stored in two different positions. The odometer and the ECU. Flashing the odo tends to be a lot easier than the ECU.

As this will be your first car you need to think hard about whether you really want it. A first car should not bring any worries, the buying process should be a positive experience. When something doesn’t feel right don’t try and rationalize it away. Look for a car with a good vibe!

Good luck.

Here's what BHPian mayankk had to say about the matter:

When in doubt, walk away.

One owner may have sold it since he didn't have usage, but the second as well?

And it's not a Mach 1 Mustang, that it has to be had. There must be hundreds of others for sale, in proximity to your budget, with a more believable/honest reading and history.

My advice is to not consider it.

Here's what BHPian bosespeaks had to say about the matter:

There's a very easy way to check if it has indeed run so low numbers. Check the A/B/C pedals. If there is noticeable wear around the edges, it has definitely run way more.

The pedals start wearing off after 20-25k kms, if it has indeed run only 14K km, the interiors can be taken to a detailer and made as good as new, but the wear on the clutch pedal particularly, is hard to hide.

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Manual transmission variants of the Swift make up 83% of the total bookings.

Maruti Suzuki has received over 40,000 bookings for the new Swift since it was launched in the Indian market.

The new-gen Swift was launched on May 9, 2024. Since then, the Maruti Suzuki has sold 19,393 units, making it the brand's highest-selling model in its debut month. Manual transmission variants make up 83% of the total bookings.

Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, "We have right now introduced the petrol variant (of the Swift), the CNG variant has not yet been introduced. 40,000 bookings just for Petrol is a very good response, and we’re seeing good traction for the Swift in the first month of launch."

The Maruti Swift is available with a new Z-series 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 80 BHP @ 5,700 rpm and 112 Nm @ 4,300 rpm. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT.

The new Z-series engine is 10% more fuel efficient than the old K-series unit.

Earlier this month, Maruti Suzuki launched the fourth-generation Swift in India. Just like other models in the brand's line-up, the Swift will also get a CNG option.

With the new Swift, Maruti debuted the Z-series 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine. This unit produces 80 BHP and 112 Nm. The overall output though, is expected to be affected when running on CNG. It is likely to be offered only with a manual transmission.

Maruti Suzuki claims the new Z-series engine is 10% more fuel efficient than the old K-series unit. This could also translate into better fuel efficiency when running on CNG.

The Swift CNG is expected to be offered in select variants. That being said, it will be more expensive than the corresponding petrol variants.

Source: Autocar India

Good dynamics along with a precise steering and a sporty soundtrack make the Swift a fun car to drive.

Driving the Maruti Swift 1.2L Petrol MT

1.2L, 3-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine makes 81 BHP @ 5,700 rpm and 112 Nm @ 4,300 rpm:

The fourth-gen Swift is powered by a 1.2L, 3-cylinder petrol engine. This unit is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and puts out 81 BHP and 112 Nm. These numbers are lesser than the outgoing car (4-cylinder, 89 BHP & 113 Nm). With a kerb weight of 920 kg, the power-to-weight ratio & torque-to-weight ratio are 88 BHP/ton & 122 Nm/ton respectively. These are considerably lower than the outgoing car. This means that the new Swift is not as fast a performer as the previous generation car. It can be termed as brisk at best.

Maruti claims that the 1,197cc, Z12E unit has improved low-end torque delivery. It is equipped with an electric water pump for better engine cooling and a Lambda air-flow sensor for up to 12% lower CO2 emissions and higher fuel efficiency.

Start the engine by pressing the light clutch and hitting the engine start/stop button. Ease off the clutch and the Swift moves off the line smoothly without any throttle input. Throttle response is good and power delivery is linear. Driving about at city speeds, the car feels smooth. Good driveability is the key here. The car can pull from as low as 500 rpm without any clutch input albeit with a judder. The engine doesn't struggle at low revs and the car can keep up with the traffic without the driver having to shift down too often. This trait combined with a small footprint and light controls makes the Swift very easy to drive around in the city. The engine starts feeling comfortable at 1,500 rpm. The car is relaxed doing 50 km/h in 4th gear with the engine spinning at 1,500 rpm. It starts pulling well above 2,500 rpm.

On the open road, the Swift can be described as a brisk performer. It is not as fast or exciting as the outgoing car. The power delivery is linear and doesn't feel urgent at all. Enthusiastic drivers won't be very impressed by the performance. However, it's not slow and with proper use of the gears, good progress can be made.

There is decent mid-range delivery, but in order to facilitate quick overtaking manoeuvres, it's advisable to shift down to a lower gear. The engine revs up to 6,000 rpm, which is where the redline starts. At this point, the fuel cuts off, which can catch you out in the middle of an overtaking manoeuvre. This, coupled with the lack of power means that passing slower vehicles needs some careful planning. In terms of cruiseability, in 5th gear, 100 km/h is seen at 2,500 rpm while 120 km/h is achieved at 3,000 rpm.

The engine note needs a special mention here. While the typical 3-cylinder thrum is present, the engine sounds very sporty when revved. It's genuinely one of the best-sounding motors out there. It's extremely addictive and enjoyable, which urges you to rev hard and drive fast.

The 5-speed manual transmission is an absolute joy to operate. The throws are short and the shift action is very smooth. With well-defined gates, the gearbox is sure-slotting and it's very hard to miss a shift. The clutch is very light and the travel range is medium.

Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH)

Straight off the bat, the 3-cylinder Z12E lacks the refinement of the K12 motor that we've been so used to. It is not terrible by any means and there is a slight shake of the body as the engine cranks and at idle. You will feel mild vibrations coming in through the floor and on the seats. But, there is no engine noise heard at all. If it were not for the vibrations, one would be hard-pressed to tell if the engine is running.

While driving around calmly, the engine sound doesn't bother the cabin. However, as the revs climb, the engine makes itself heard a lot more in the cabin. While it's a likeable sound for enthusiasts, other occupants might complain as things get louder at higher revs.

There is a hint of wind noise above 100 km/h and gets louder with speed. Even so, it’s not excessive at 100-120 km/h. Road noise and tyre noise are average.

Mileage & Fuel Economy

Maruti claims that the fourth-gen Swift is the most fuel-efficient hatchback in its segment with a 14% improvement over its predecessor. The 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol has an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 24.80 km/l for the MT and 25.75 km/l for the AMT.

Maruti has equipped the Swift with an idling start/stop function to improve fuel efficiency. This feature worked seamlessly on our test drive and was not intrusive. It can be turned off by pressing a button on the centre fascia.

Bonnet gets insulation underneath and helps keep the noise levels low:

Sufficient insulation on the firewall:

Suspension

Ride Comfort

The Swift comes with a McPherson strut suspension at the front and a torsion beam suspension at the rear. The setup is on the firmer side and the slow-speed ride is stiff. The car feels jiggly on concrete surfaces with joints. Even small bumps on the road are noticeable. As the speed increases, the ride improves. At highway speeds, most bumps and undulations won't bother you. Large potholes do register themselves in the cabin though. What is impressive is how silently the suspension goes about its duty.

The ZXi and ZXi+ variants of the Swift ride on 15-inch wheels with 185/65 section tyres and the recommended tyre pressure is 29 PSI. Lower variants come with 14-inch rims fitted with 165/80 section rubber. These should provide a better ride.

Torsion beam suspension at the rear:

Handling & Dynamics

The Swift's stiffer suspension setup shows its true worth in the handling and dynamics department. Straight-line stability is very good for a car in this segment and occupants won't even know that the car is cruising at triple-digit speeds. Expansion joints on the highway do not unsettle it.

On long curves, the car holds its line well. Push the car on twisty roads and you will experience some body roll, but it's very well-controlled. The car changes direction without fuss and feels very sure-footed. Our test car came with 185/60 R15 Bridgestone Ecopia tyres, which provided enough grip for the power on tap.

Good dynamics along with precise steering and a sporty soundtrack make the Swift a fun car to drive. But we couldn't help thinking that a more powerful engine could have taken the experience to a whole new level.

Steering

The Swift gets an electric power steering, which is very user-friendly. It's light in the city and most owners will appreciate that. The compact dimensions of the car, light steering and a tight turning radius of 4.8 metres make the Swift very easy to drive in the city. At higher speeds, the steering weighs up well. There's no nervous feeling or twitchiness at all while cruising on the highways. On twisty roads, you will find that it is quick and precise. That being said, it doesn't relay much feedback.

One point to note is that the steering has a stronger return to centre action than some of the Maruti cars we have driven in recent times. It does need some input from the driver while taking on switchbacks, but still, it's a big improvement over the outgoing car. 

Braking

The Swift is equipped with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The performance is as expected and the car comes to a halt without much drama. Under hard braking too, the car doesn't lose its composure.

The pedal feel is good too and there is a little bit of travel before the brakes bite.

Niggles & Problems

The Swift is likely to be trouble-free like most offerings from Maruti. We did not face any problems in our test car and do not expect owners to do so either. However, as is always the case, we strongly recommend extended warranty coverage.

Continue reading the discussion on the 2024 Maruti Swift on our forum.

The Swift is built on Maruti's HEARTECT platform which underpins multiple other vehicles from the company. It comes with a body shell featuring 45% high tensile steel and 20% ultra-high strength steel.

Maruti Swift Pros

• Stylish exterior is unmistakably "Swift", although opinions can be polarizing
• Smart-looking interior with a good-looking dashboard and fine ergonomics
• Manual transmission with short throws is very slick and a joy to use. Absolutely brilliant MT! 
• Great drivability and light controls, along with a small footprint make it a joy in the city
• Sporty engine sound is addictive. It's the best sounding 3-cylinder I've driven
• Choice of sporty MT and convenient AMT - take your pick
• 3-cylinder engine is fuel-efficient; ARAI rating of 25.75 km/l for the AMT (MT is 24.80 km/l)
• Enjoyable handling & good high speed composure with a precise steering
• Long list of features including automatic LED projector headlamps, LED DRLs, LED foglamps, cruise control, 9-inch touchscreen HU paired with an Arkamys sound system, rear A/C vents, wireless charging, footwell lighting, connected car features etc
• Safety features such as 6 airbags, 3-point seatbelts for all, ESP, hill-hold assist, ABS+EBD, ISOFIX child seat mounts etc.
• Maruti's widespread service network, excellent after-sales support & fuss-free ownership experiences

Maruti Swift Cons

• 1.2L petrol is not fast & exciting enough for enthusiasts. Not as refined as the outgoing 4-cylinder, nor as powerful (power has actually dropped to just 81 BHP)
• Priced very close to the more premium & spacious Baleno
• Mediocre plastic quality (interiors) is typical Maruti grade; very ordinary
• AMT can get jerky & slow. Some competitors offered smoother ATs (e.g. Altroz DCT, Hyundai's AMT, i20's IVT)
• No CNG or diesel option like some rivals
• Low speed ride is jiggly due to suspension tune & 15-inch wheels
• Black interiors and smallish glass area can make one claustrophobic, particularly at the back
• Rear seat’s under-thigh support is mediocre for taller passengers
• Some misses (auto-dimming IRVM, TPMS, sunroof, driving modes, smaller spare tyre on the Z trims...)
• L & V variants get horribly skinny 165 mm tyres. Please upgrade
• 163 mm ground clearance raises our eyebrows, although Maruti hatchbacks aren't known to scrape speed breakers

Read Team-BHP's detailed 2024 Maruti Swift Review.