Swift Hybrid Coming Soon Or Just A Test Bed For ADAS Finetune
In May 2024, Maruti Suzuki launched the new Swift in India with a starting price of Rs. 6.5 lakhs (ex-showroom). It is powered by a 1.2-litre Z-series 3-cylinder engine, producing 80 BHP and 112 Nm of torque. Later, in September, they also introduced the CNG variant of the new Swift, priced from Rs. 8.19 lakhs (ex-showroom).
Internationally, the Swift is also available with a hybrid powertrain, which produces slightly more power at 82 BHP with the same 1.2-litre engine paired with the hybrid system, while maintaining the same torque output of 112 Nm. Both models come with a 5-speed manual transmission; however, the international variant features a 5-speed CVT instead of the 5-speed AMT offered in India.
The spy images reveal the new Swift without camouflage, featuring a Hybrid badge and a Test Vehicle sticker on the doors. We can expect a mild-hybrid engine to power this Swift, although it appears to be undergoing testing for ADAS fine-tuning. If the Swift is introduced with hybrid technology, it would likely boost its sales, albeit with a slight increase in price.
Do you like the new generation of the Maruti Suzuki Swift? Should it come with hybrid technology for India? Which generation of the Swift is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
