Maruti is known for the plethora of "limited editions" it introduces time and again. These models are supposed to add some spice to the existing line up of cars with the sticker jobs and additional kit on offer.

Recently, Maruti introduced a limited edition of its popular hatchback called the Swift Windsong. Based on the regular 'V' trim, the base price of the Windsong edition is actually lesser than the regular 'V' trim variants but comes with additional kit at an added cost.

Exteriors of the Windsong edition include body graphics all around the car. Mud flaps and a rear spoiler are standard too. Maruti has added parking sensors on the rear bumper.

On the inside, the seats are wrapped in black seat covers with yellow borders. The same theme is carried on the steering and gear lever. The illuminated door sills with 'Swift' badge, illuminated footwells and PVC floor mats are added too.

A Sony touchscreen music system with 4 speakers is included in the Windsong edition. This unit supports CD/DVD/VCD, USB, AUX-in, bluetooth and external mic. It also doubles up as a rear parking display.

The remaining equipment list remains the same as the 'V' spec Swift. Do note that this edition is available in Arctic White colour only.

Ex-showroom Delhi prices of the Swift Windsong edition are:
VDI - Rs. 6,10,246 (Rs. 14,351 cheaper than the standard VDI)
VXI - Rs. 5,14,973 (Rs. 11,350 cheaper than the standard VXI)

Earlier this year, we had reported that many popular hatchbacks sold in India had fared poorly in Global NCAP crash tests, scoring zero stars. It was only the Volkswagen Polo, equipped with a pair of front airbags that managed to score a respectable four stars.

The latest to join the ranks are the Datsun GO and Maruti Suzuki Swift. Neither of these cars could manage to score even one star in the crash tests. Both the cars were not equipped with airbags and Global NCAP's testing protocol mandates that all cars (including base variants) must carry at least airbags and ABS to get its certification.

The analysis for the Swift showed that the crash-test-dummies sustained near-fatal injuries in a 64 kph crash. The driver in particular fared very badly. The car's structural integrity has also been termed as unstable. The Swift exported to Latin America received a 3-Star rating. While this was due to the presence of airbags and ABS, the structural integrity of the car is similar to the Indian Swift. The European Swift however, has managed to score five stars in the Euro NCAP crash tests as it has a much stronger structure.

In the case of the Datsun GO, the car's structure suffered severe disintegration with both the crash-test-dummies sustaining fatal injuries to the head, torso and legs.

Source: NDTV Auto

The refreshed edition of the Maruti Suzuki Swift is finally here at starting price of Rs.4.42 lakhs ex-showroom Delhi. The Swift continues to be powered by the same engines - 1,248cc diesel and 1,197cc petrol motor. The power ratings of the diesel remain identical to the outgoing car i.e. 74 bhp @ 4000 RPM and 190 Nm @ 2000 RPM. However, the petrol motor is down to 83 bhp @ 6000 RPM (previously it was 86 bhp @ 6200 RPM) and 115 Nm @ 4000 RPM (increased by 1 Nm).

The talking point of this refresh are the improved fuel efficiency figures from the existing motors, which have risen by up to 10% over the outgoing car and now stand at 25.2 kmpl for the Diesel and 20.4 kmpl for the Petrol Swift. The advanced thermal management system in diesel engine along with low friction engine oil and modified fuel injection system helps the diesel engine to warm up faster and reduce frictional losses. The compact combustion chamber and higher compression ratio on the petrol engine helps to improve engine efficiency.

New additions to the exteriors include a restyled front bumper and grill, silver accents in the fog lamp housing, new alloy wheels and electric ORVMs with integrated turn indicators.
Changes to the interiors are even more subtle and include an engine start/stop button, silver accents on the dashboard and new upholstery. 60:40 split seats, an additional reading light, steering mounted controls for audio and phone and reverse parking sensors have been added to the refreshed Swift.

The Swift will be available in 6 colours (3 or which are new) - Mysterious Violet, Fire Red, Granite Grey, Pearl Arctic White, Silky Silver and Glistening Grey.

Ex-showroom Delhi prices for the petrol Swift are LXi - Rs.4.42 lakh, LXi (o) - Rs.4.49 lakh, VXi - Rs.5.08 lakh and ZXi - Rs.5.90 lakh. The ex-showroom Delhi prices for the diesel Swift are LDi  - Rs.5.56 lakh, VDi - Rs.6.00 lakh and ZDi - Rs.6.95 lakh.

Maruti Suzuki is expected to launch the Swift facelift soon. The company recently started accepting bookings for the car. Now the details of the various trim levels of the Swift have been leaked. Here's a look at some of the features that will be available on the different variants.

Like most Maruti products, the Swift will be available in three trim levels - L (base), V (mid) and Z (top). All the variants will get height adjustable driver seats. The V trim level cars (VXi and VDi) will get an integrated music system and four speakers. The V and Z variants will get electrically retracting wing mirrors and L-shaped silver inserts on the front fog lamp housings. LED daytime running lights will not be available. The Z trim level cars (ZXi and ZDi) will get keyless entry and go (start / stop button), Bluetooth connectivity and reverse parking sensors.

While the engine options are expected to remain the same as the current car, Maruti is rumoured to have altered the power and torque outputs of the engines to improve fuel efficiency. An automatic transmission is also expected to make an appearance in the Swift.

Source: Indian Autos Blog

Maruti Suzuki have begun accepting bookings for the refreshed Swift (according to dealers in Mumbai). While no other details related to the exact launch date, variants or additional features are revealed, the launch for the car is slated in the weeks to come.

Sources say that the Swift is likely continue to sell in 3 trims - L, V and Z spec with minor cosmetic additions. Exteriors will sport L-shaped silver inserts around the fog lamp housing and a new alloy wheels. Interiors will get some added equipment such as an engine start/ stop button, reverse parking sensors, etc.

The motors powering the Swift will remain the same - 1.3L Fiat-sourced diesel and 1.2L K-series petrol motor. Both these will be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The big news however, is the automatic transmission which is likely to make its way in the petrol Swift.

A few days ago, we had reported that Consumer Affairs Ministry was considering taking action against Maruti Suzuki for accepting bookings for its recently introduced Ciaz, without revealing any details about the car (Read article). That however, hasn't stopped the company from accepting bookings for the new Swift ahead of its launch.

Maruti Suzuki, India's largest carmaker in terms of sales, has recalled 69,555 diesel cars to rectify a problem with their wiring harnesses. This recall is pertinent to 12,486 units of the old Swift, 55,938 units of the old Dzire and 1,131 units of the Ritz manufactured between March 8, 2010 and August 11, 2013.

Maruti claims that the problem with the wiring harnesses was noticed based on feedback monitoring and internal checks by the company.

The company's dealers will contact owners of all the affected vehicles and the dealership workshops technicians will inspect the wiring harnesses. The necessary repairs will be carried out free of cost.

Additionally, owners of the abovementioned Maruti Suzuki models can log on to the manufacturer's website and ascertain if their vehicles are in the list of recalled vehicles. Owners need to enter their car's chassis number (MA3 or MBH followed by 14 digit alpha-numeric number) in the provided field.

Alternately, owners can visit the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer workshop to ascertain the same.

Thank you to the Team-BHP fan who sent this information in (he prefers to remain anonymous). Heartfelt gratitude for sharing it with other enthusiasts!

Maruti Suzuki, India's largest carmaker in terms of sales, is planning to introduce a slew of new models and variants in the near future. Here's a quick look at what we can expect:

1. Production of the current Alto K10 has been stopped. We have already seen the facelifted K10 in spy pictures. Click here to read what BHPians have to say about the new Alto K10.

2. Maruti has had a successful run with the AMT-equipped Celerio hatchback and plans to introduce the gearbox in its other budget offerings as well. Therefore, the technology will be introduced in the Wagon R and Alto K10 hatchbacks.

3. The Swift Sport test vehicle is in the Gurgaon plant. However, the company has no plans to launch the car in the market as yet. Click here to read what BHPians have to say about the Swift Sport.

4. The launch of the Y9T, the company's first LCV and rival for the Tata Ace, has been pushed to 2015. The Y9T is rumoured to be powered by an 800 cc, twin-cylinder diesel engine. This engine is also likely to be used in the Celerio hatchback and the Eeco as well. Click here to read what BHPians have to say about the Y9T.

5. Maruti's C2 segment offering, the Ciaz sedan will be available with a conventional automatic gearbox in VXi+ and ZXi trims. The company has created an exclusive Ciaz-only sales team, which is being deployed in every dealership. They will sell only Ciaz and are currently being trained for the same. Manpower recruitment in this regard has been done already. The company has received more than 6,500 bookings for the sedan across dealerships in India. Click here to read what BHPians have to say about the Ciaz.

Maruti Suzuki, India's largest carmaker in terms of sales, appears to be gearing up to launch a facelifted version of the Swift hatchback. The car has been spotted at what is believed to be the company's stockyard in Manesar.

While the images have been clicked at long range, they do give us an idea of some of the changes we can expect on the Swift facelift. The car gets a reworked front bumper with day-time running lights that line the fog lamp housings and alloy wheels of a new design.

Maruti is also likely to make some changes to the interiors and equipment levels of the Swift. These include keyless entry and go (engine start / stop button), dual-tone upholstery, one-touch up / down window for the driver, updated infotainment system, reverse parking sensors and electrically retracting ORVMs with integrated turn indicators.

Engine and transmission options for the Swift are likely to remain the same as the current model:

• 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol, 86 bhp @ 6200 rpm, 114 Nm @ 4000 rpm, 5-speed MT
• 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel, 74 bhp @ 4000 rpm, 190 Nm @ 2000 rpm, 5-speed MT

The Maruti Suzuki Swift facelift is expected to be launched during the on-going festive season.

Source: GaadiWaadi

Launched in 2011, the 2nd-gen Maruti Swift has been the best-selling hatchback in the B2 segment. Its dominance has been unchallenged, but with the competition upgrading its cars regularly, Maruti is taking no chances. The company has given the Swift a mid-life makeover and is rumoured to be gearing up to launch the car soon. A report by Overdrive claims that the facelifted Swift may be introduced as early as July.

The car is expected to gain daytime running lights (DRLs), electrically retracting ORVMs with integrated turn indicators and a redesigned centre stop lamp at the rear. Coming to the interior, the Swift is expected to get an engine start / stop button, Bluetooth compatible audio system, dual-tone upholstery and one-touch up / down window for the driver. Automatic headlamps are also likely to be included in the list of features.

Engine and transmission options for the Swift are likely to remain the same as the current model:

• 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol, 86 bhp @ 6200 rpm, 114 Nm @ 4000 rpm, 5-speed MT
• 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder diesel, 74 bhp @ 4000 rpm, 190 Nm @ 2000 rpm, 5-speed MT

Maruti could use the Dzire's 4-speed automatic gearbox in the Swift. There are rumours that an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) could be offered.

India's largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India Limited has recalled 1,03,311 cars to rectify a problem with their fuel filler necks. This recall is pertinent to 47,237 units of the Swift, 42,481 units of the Dzire and 13,593 units of the Ertiga manufactured between November 12, 2013 and February 4, 2014.

Maruti Suzuki claims that in the affected vehicles, there is a possibility of fuel smell and in extreme conditions there may be some fuel leakage, if fuel is filled up to the fuel cap, beyond the 'auto cut-off level'.
The company's dealers will contact owners of all the affected vehicles and the company will replace the affected part free of cost. New fuel filler necks are being progressively dispatched to workshops and the company is building up stocks at workshops before inviting customers.

Additionally, owners of the abovementioned Maruti Suzuki models who have bought their cars post November 12, 2013 can log on to the manufacturer’s website and ascertain if their vehicles are in the list of recalled vehicles. Owners need to enter their car’s chassis number (MA3 followed by 14 digit alpha-numeric number) in the provided field.

Alternately, owners can visit the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer workshop to ascertain the same.