This Maruti Swift Variant Emerges As Top Pick, Grabs 60% Of Bookings | Auto News

VXI Become Top Pick

Maruti Suzuki shared insights into customer preferences for the new Swift, with mid-trims, the VXI and VXI (O) variants capture a dominant 60% share of total bookings, while the entry-level LXI variant share stands at 11%. The higher-priced ZXI and ZXI+ trims combined account for 19% share.

Only 17% of new Swift buyers are opting for the automated manual transmission (AMT) variants, available from the VXI trim onwards. The VXI AMT holds a 10% share, while the ZXI and ZXI+ AMTs collectively contribute a 7% share in total bookings.

New Swift Powertrain

Replacing the 1.2-litre 4-cylinder K-series petrol engine, the new Swift is powered by 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine, producing 82hp and 112Nm of peak torque. It comes with a 5-speed MT and a 5-speed AMT option. The claimed fuel efficiency figures are 24.8kpl for MT and 25.75kpl for AMT.

Features

Available in 6 monotone and 3 dual-tone colour options, the new Swift is equipped with many features, including a 9-inch touchscreen, automatic AC with rear vents, 6-speaker Arkamys audio system, wireless phone charging, push-button start/stop, cruise control, and connected car tech.

On the safety front, Swift gets 6 airbags as standard, electronic stability programme, rear parking sensors, rear parking camera, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages.