The new Swift will get sharper exterior design and main characteristic updates like a bigger touchscreen infotainment unit

It has been round seven months because the new-generation Swift made its debut in Japan, and it’s lastly able to enter the Indian market. Now, bookings for the 2024 Maruti Swift have began forward of the launch anticipated within the first half of May. Interested patrons can put their identify down for the brand new Swift with a deposit of Rs 11,000 both on-line or at Maruti Arena dealerships.

What We Know So Far – Design and Feature Changes

The new-gen Swift will get gentle exterior design modifications to look sharper however nonetheless recognisable. The teased picture reveals its front-end design, the place it sports activities a brand new grille and sharper LED headlights. 

Its larger modifications are within the cabin with a complete new dashboard to suit characteristic upgrades just like the 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and new local weather management console. Even the upholstery will get a revised design. All these modifications are anticipated to be carried ahead to the India-spec new-gen Swift.

In phrases of security, we did see the check mules of the Swift in India with blind spot detection however it’s unlikely to get the total suite of superior driver help methods (ADAS) provided within the Japanese-version. That stated, one can count on it to come back with six airbags, a 360-degree digicam and digital stability management. 

2024 Swift Powertrain Details

In its Japanese specification, the all-new Swift incorporates a new 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z collection petrol engine rated at 82 PS and 103 Nm together with the selection of a mild-hybrid powertrain and an all-wheel-drive variant. The India-spec mannequin is anticipated to get the brand new petrol engine, however won’t get the mild-hybrid or AWD choices. 

While international variations of the Swift get the selection of a 5-speed guide and a CVT automated, the India-spec hatchback may stick to the 5-speed MT and the 5-speed AMT possibility for affordability.

Expected Price and Rivals

The new-gen Maruti Swift is anticipated to hold a premium for its updates with costs more likely to begin from Rs 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom). It will proceed to rival the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and be a substitute for the likes of the Maruti Wagon R and Renault Triber.

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