Maruti Suzuki Swift has been among the favourite hatchbacks in India from 2005 till today. It's a compact car with high fuel efficiency and reliable performance. The all-new Swift comes with a new design that seems to be inspired by the Mini Cooper. Along with an appealing road presence, Swift has been impressing car buyers with its features now.
Apart from a modest price range, the Swift offers the reliability of Maruti cars and the efficiency of their widespread network of service centres and authorised dealers. The low maintenance and service costs associated with the Maruti cars are another big advantage for the Maruti Suzuki Swift car owners. All these factors come together to make the Maruti Suzuki Swift one of the most in-demand cars in both the used and new car markets.
| Popular Variants | On-Road Price*in Delhi |
|---|---|
Lxi petrolmanual1197 cc24.8 kmpl | ₹ 6.44 Lakh |
Vxi petrolmanual1197 cc24.8 kmpl | ₹ 7.55 Lakh |
Vxi (O) petrolmanual1197 cc24.8 kmpl | ₹ 7.84 Lakh |
Vxi Amt petrolautomatic1197 cc25.75 kmpl | ₹ 8.05 Lakh |
Vxi (O) Amt petrolautomatic1197 cc25.75 kmpl | ₹ 8.34 Lakh |
From a layman’s perspective, the Swift offers practicality and fuel-efficiency which most cars in its segment fail. Its smaller dimensions suit the city traffic, and parking in tight spaces is never a problem for Swift car owners. The aggressive Swift new model price makes it all the more tempting for the car buyers who are already swooning over its redesigned grille and body contours. Modern features such as smartphone connectivity and wireless charging make it more practical for city dwellers, but its limited ground clearance of 163 mm can be a problem while driving on the rural roads of India.
| Design | 5/5 | |
| Paint Quality | 4/5 | |
| Panel Gaps | 4/5 |
| Design | 5/5 | |
| Space | 4/5 | |
| Comfort | 4/5 |
| No. of Airbags | 2 | |
| Features | 3/5 |
| Stability | 4/5 | |
| Eng. Response | 5/5 | |
| Clutch & Gears | 5/5 |
| Pros | Plenty of zip for city driving | Ergonomic and comfortable seats | High fuel-efficiency | Stable at high speeds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cons | Advanced safety features are missing | Not crash-tested for safety ratings | Some people still prefer the old design of Swift | Idling vibrations can be annoying |
"Best car! The comfort is amazing and it drives very swiftly. The acceleration is way better than every other in the market, and you can quickly overtake other vehicles on the road. The handling is so agile and doesn’t let you tire in day-to-day travelling. Above all, it gives the best mileage and maintenance is very affordable."
"The car is good for fun. It’s fast, agile, and has an unmatchable ease of driving, especially on city roads. The mileage is also good; however, the build quality is very poor."
"I like this car for its fuel economy and the fact that it’s a better five-seater hatchback as compared to every hatchback out there. But you can knock anywhere on the car and tell the hollowness of its structure."
"It’s a supremely comfortable car and produces a fuel-efficiency that makes your pocket smile. Five passengers can sit more comfortably than they can in Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Tata Tiago. I love driving this car, it is super quick and maneuvers through the traffic with ease. Nonetheless, the music system is not as good as that of Tata Tiago."
"I would certainly recommend this car to someone looking for a fuel-efficient family car. The car is extremely comfortable and sufficiently spacious for five family members. The engine is responsive and refined, just what you need to tackle the city traffic."
"I use my Swift mainly for office travel and weekend drives. The car feels light, quick, and very easy to manage in traffic. Mileage is also good, especially if you drive calmly. Rear seat space could have been slightly better, but for city use, it works really well."
"The Swift is a good car if you mostly drive alone or with one or two passengers. It is smooth, fuel-efficient, and easy to park anywhere. However, three people sitting at the back can feel tight on longer trips. Apart from that, the ownership experience has been positive."
"The Swift is one of those cars that feels simple and familiar from the first drive itself. Steering is light, parking is easy, and the engine feels smooth. I also like the sporty look of the new model. Boot space is average, but for daily use, it is a very practical car."
"My family has been using the Swift for more than a year now. It has been easy to maintain and gives no unnecessary trouble. The size is just right for city roads, and service cost is also manageable. It may not feel very spacious, but it is dependable."
"I feel comfortable while driving this car. Even my children never complain during long trips as the ergonomic and plush seats offer the required comfort during long drives. I would definitely recommend this car for small families. "
"With its features, comfort, and efficient performance, Swift turns out to be the segment-leader in its category. I find the Swift VDI car price perfect as it offers a nice blend of comfort, features, and mileage. "
"I’ve always been a Swift lover but the all new Swift has truly impressed me with its responsive driving and aggressive looks. I just took a test drive and want to buy this as soon as possible. "


Yes, the Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with CNG on the VXI CNG, and ZXI CNG trims.
The Swift is available in 11 variants: VXI CNG, ZXI CNG, ZXI + DT, ZXI + AMT, ZXI +, VXI AMT, ZXI AMT, ZXI, LXI, VXI, ZXI + DT AMT.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with dual front airbags.
The best-selling colour of the Maruti Suzuki Swift is Pearl Arctic White and Solid Fire Red.
Yes, the Swift is available with three dual-tone options; Solid Fire Red with Pearl Midnight Black Roof, Pearl Metallic Midnight Blue with Pearl Arctic White Roof, and Pearl Arctic White with Pearl Midnight Black Roof.
No, the Swift is not expensive to maintain. The average maintenance cost of the hatchback for 5 years/services is approximately Rs. 23,520.
The Swift should be serviced every 10,000 km or 12 months whichever is earlier.
The Swift is available in 11 variants: VXI CNG, ZXI CNG, ZXI + DT, ZXI + AMT, ZXI +, VXI AMT, ZXI AMT, ZXI, LXI, VXI, ZXI + DT AMT.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, ESP, reverse parking sensors etc., as standard safety features across all variants.
The CNG variants of the Swift namely VXI CNG and ZXI CNG offer the best mileage overall. For petrol trims, the automatic variants: ZXI + AMT, VXI AMT, ZXI AMT, ZXI, and ZXI + DT AMT offer great mileage.
Yes, the Swift is a great car for long drives and offers the comfort of automatic transmission and cruise control as well.
Yes, the Maruti Suzuki Swift offers automatic climate control on the ZXI, ZXI CNG and ZXI+ trims.
The Swift is currently not offered with a diesel engine. However, in the pre-owned segment, the maintenance cost for Swift’s diesel trims is around Rs. 5000 per service.
The Swift is offered in six monotone colours: Metallic Magma Grey, Pearl Midnight Blue, Pearl Arctic White, Metallic Silky Silver, Solid Fire Red, Pearl Metallic Lucent Orange; and three dual-tone exterior colours: Solid Fire Red with Pearl Midnight Black Roof, Pearl Metallic Midnight Blue with Pearl Arctic White Roof, and Pearl Arctic White with Pearl Midnight Black Roof.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift is a 5-seater hatchback.
The ARAI claimed mileage of the Maruti Suzuki Swift is 22.38 kmpl for the petrol manual, 22.56 kmpl for the petrol automatic and 30.90 km/kg for CNG.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift is not yet offered in black colour.
The best-selling version of the Swift is the ZXI+ trim.
The base model of the Maruti Swift is the Swift LXI, available with a manual transmission. The on-road price of the Swift LXI in Mumbai is Rs. 7.01 lakh.
The base model of the Maruti Swift is the Swift LXI, available with a manual transmission. The on-road price of the Swift LXI in Ahmedabad is Rs. 6.70 lakh.
The top model of the Maruti Swift is the Swift ZXI+ DT AMT, available with an automatic transmission. The on-road price of the Swift ZXI+ DT AMT in Hyderabad is Rs. 10.63 lakh.
The on-road price of Maruti Swift in Bangalore ranges between Rs. 7.27 lakh to Rs. 10.83 lakh. The on-road price of Swift in Bangalore depends on the variant as well as any discounts available at the time of purchase.
The on-road price of Maruti Swift in Mumbai ranges between Rs. 7.01 lakh to Rs. 10.41 lakh. The on-road price of Swift in Mumbai depends on the variant as well as any discounts available at the time of purchase.
The top model of the Maruti Suzuki Swift (ZXi Plus AMT DT) is priced at ₹8.80 Lakh (ex-showroom) in India