The immensely popular hatchback has been an instrumental product in its space for the last 2 decades
Maruti Swift has completed 20 years in the Indian automobile market. That is a testament to its appeal and how the Indo-Japanese car marque has kept it updated. Swift has been a household name in our country since 2005. It is fascinating and impressive to see that even after being in existence for 2 decades, the charm and appeal of the hatchback is still at an all-time high. Despite fierce competition in this segment, the Swift has been able to hold its own. Let us delve into the details of this incredible achievement.
Maruti Swift Celebrates 20 Years in India
The Maruti Suzuki Swift was first launched in 2005 as a sporty hatchback with a fresh design and new features. The second-generation avatar arrived in 2011, with a lighter body and improved agility. In 2018, the third-generation model introduced modern tech to match changing customer needs. Now, the fourth-generation Swift is here. It brings updated styling and a new Z-Series engine aimed at better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. The latest Swift has a wrap-around body line, a black front grille, and LED projector headlamps.
The interiors include a driver-focused cockpit, flat-bottom steering wheel, and sporty instrument cluster. The new Swift also focuses on safety. It comes with the ARENA Safety Shield, which offers six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Control, and reverse parking sensors. Seat belts for all passengers and seat belt reminders are also included. Maruti Suzuki offers a standard warranty of three years or 1,00,000 km. The Swift has evolved with time, blending performance, style, and safety for urban drivers.
| Specs | Maruti Swift |
| Engine | 1.2-litre 3-Cyl Z Series Petrol |
| Power | 82 PS |
| Torque | 112 Nm |
| Transmission | 5MT / AMT |
| Mileage | 25.75 kmpl (AMT) / 24.8 kmpl (MT) |
| Boot Space | 265 L |
Speaking on this momentous occasion, Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “The Swift is an icon in its own right. Celebrated by over 3 million customers in India alone, the Swift is an expression of fun and freedom. The Swift has set new benchmarks over the years with every new model, improving on the inherent ‘fun-to-drive’ DNA. This ever so special nature of the Swift has ensured that nearly one out of every four Swift owners come back to buy another Swift. Today, it enjoys an admirable 31% market share in its segment, contributing to over 10% of MSIL sales. On this special 20-year anniversary, we would like to thank all our customers for their unwavering love for brand Swift.”
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