Maruti Suzuki Swift

Petrol 1197 cc Engine:
Positives:

• The 1.2-litre naturally aspirated Z-Series petrol engine produces 80bhp and 111.7Nm of torque.
  
• This three-cylinder engine is paired with a five-speed manual or AMT gearbox.
  
• This three-cylinder engine is paired with a five-speed manual or AMT gearbox.
  
• Despite modest power figures, the car offers good pick-up and throttle response at low revs.
  
• The engine feels lively in the mid-range, easily reaching 100kmph and cruising effortlessly at 120kmph.
  
• It produces a distinct engine note with sporty overtones, making high-rev driving enjoyable.
  
• The clutch is light and progressive, with precise gear shifts for an engaging drive.
  
• The clutch is light and progressive, with precise gear shifts for an engaging drive.
  
• The Swift remains stable at high speeds, feels nimble around corners, and has strong, reassuring brakes.

Negatives:

• The AMT gearbox feels slightly less responsive and not as smooth as a conventional automatic.
• When pushed hard, the engine feels a bit rough and produces a slight droning noise at 100kmph in fifth gear.

CNG 1197 cc Engine:

• The CNG version of the 1.2-litre Z-Series petrol engine produces 69bhp and 102Nm.
  
• ​It is a three-cylinder engine paired exclusively with a five-speed manual gearbox.
• Claimed mileage is an impressive 32.85 km/kg.
  

Positives:

• The car comes equipped with six airbags, hill-hold assist, ABS with EBD, ESP, and reverse parking sensors as standard.
• It also features a rear parking camera, speed-sensitive auto door lock, and a day/night adjustable IRVM.
• Additional safety features include ISOFIX child seat mounts, front and rear seatbelt reminders, and a high-speed alert system.
  

Negatives:

• The Swift can secure only three-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests.
• It also misses out on any ADAS safety features.
  

Positives:

• ​The Swift’s sporty exterior design makes it instantly recognizable on the road.
• It comes in several monotone shades: Luster Blue, Sizzling Red, Magma Grey, Pearl Arctic White, Splendid Silver, and Novel Orange.
• Buyers can also choose dual-tone options in red, blue, and white, each paired with a Midnight Black roof.
• The top variants feature smoked projector headlamps with boomerang-shaped DRLs.
• A glossy black grille, precision-cut dual-tone alloy wheels, and C-shaped taillamps further enhance its appeal.
• Inside, the Swift gets an all-black cabin with faux metal inserts for a sportier touch.
• The dashboard uses a layered design with textured black plastic for a more premium feel.

Negatives:

• ​Despite the higher price, the Swift’s cabin falls short of offering a premium interior experience.
• Swift Left Front Three Quarter View
  

​Positives:

• ​The Swift’s cabin offers ample headroom, legroom, and shoulder room for four occupants.
• Storage includes a central console, usable front door pockets, and a reasonably spacious boot.
• Two front cup holders and bottle holders on all doors add convenience.
• Key features include a multi-information display, rear AC vents, cruise control, Suzuki Connect telematics, and a wireless charger.
• The SmartPlay Pro+ infotainment system is angled toward the driver for better ergonomics and comes with a high-quality music player.
  

Negatives:

• ​Maruti has missed the chance to offer a sunroof on the hatchback.
• Seating three passengers in the second row is cramped and uncomfortable.
• The instrument cluster is an analogue unit with only a small digital display, lacking a modern full-digital MID.