Best Performance Car. Review on Maruti Suzuki Swift

Overview

The Maruti Suzuki unveiled the 2015 Swift at the Indian Auto Expo in February, 2014. In the markets of Japan and European countries, the Hatchback has already shown its strong presence. Now, the company has launched the 2015 model of Swift in India with an ex-showroom price of INR 4.42 lakhs for the base model of petrol.

What’s NEW in 2015 Maruti Suzuki Swift

The petrol Swift now generates 83.1 BHP in comparison to 85.7 BHP developed by the outgoing model

The diesel powered model develops same amount of power and torque

The certified mileage of petrol model is now 20.4 KMPL and diesel model is good for 25.2 KMPL

The top models ZXi and ZDi comes equipped with engine start/stop button and keyless entry

The VXi, VDi, ZXi and ZDi variants comes equipped with electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs

The company has introduced an all-new LXi(O) petrol variant

The VDi diesel variant now comes equipped with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist

New Maruti Swift gets silver L-shaped design element near the front fog lights

Maruti has also introduced 3 new shades – Mysterious Violet, Fire Red and Granite Grey

Exterior

The overall 2015 Swift is based on its earlier model. But there are certain subtle changes seen in the new 2015 Swift with all new L-shaped LED headlights(was epected but the company has not included this design element), revised fog lamps with LED’s, all new bumper with a silver detailing at the front. The 16-inch alloy wheels highlight the side profile of the hatchback. The redesigned mounted stop lamp at the rear enhances the beauty of car.

Interior

Nonetheless, the interiors of 2015 Swift are almost same as before. Exceptions include new Blue and Grey lined leather seats, electronically adjustable side mirrors, automatic headlamps and auto-up touch function for the driver side power window. The car looks more premium with its red back light instrument dials and chromed door handles. The Swift features AC with climate control, remote central locking, remote fuel filter and tinted glass. The dash integrated music system with a MP3 and DVD support is well placed at the center. The adjustable 3-spoke steering wheel is mounted with the music, blue-tooth and phone controls.

Dimensions and Fuel Tank Capacity

The Hatchback has a length of 3850 mm, width of 1695 mm and a height of 1530 mm as its dimensions along with a fuel tank capacity of 42-litres.

Engine and Gearbox

The 2015 Swift diesel is powered by the same 1248cc, DDiS Diesel engine which will pump out a peak power of 74 bhp at 4000 rpm and a peak torque of 190 Nm at 2000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5 speed manual gearbox. The 2015 petrol swift now generates 83.1 BHP with 115 NM of torque in comparison to 85.1 bhp and 114 NM developed by the outgoing model.

Ride and Handling

It is a pleasure to drive this stunning hatchback. The increased wheel base, high ground clearance of 170 mm and R15 tyres holds the roads firmly. The revised suspensions and reduced minimum turning radius of 4.8m makes it more comfortable and easy to handle in the city.

Brakes and Suspension

The 2015 Swift will have wonderful braking characteristics with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The suspension system will comprise of McPherson strut at the front and torsion beam, coil spring suspension at the rear side.

Safety Features

The Hatchback comes loaded with dual airbags, ABS, EBD and fog lamps, all for the safety of driver as well as passengers.

Variants

The 2015 Swift is available in the seven variants: Lxi, Lxi(o), Vxi, Zxi, Ldi, Vdi and ZDi.

Shades

New Maruti Swift is available in six striking colors: Fire Red, Mysterious Violet, Silky Silver, Pearl Arctic White, Glistening Grey and Granite Grey