One of Maruti Suzuki’s many bestsellers, Swift is anticipated to be launched in its next-gen avatar within the second half of CY2024. New Swift has already been launched in its dwelling market Japan. It reveals attention-grabbing particulars in regards to the new 3-cylinder Z Series (Z12E) engine.
New Swift Z Series engine particulars
New Swift launched in Japan is provided with a 1,197cc engine. It generates 82 hp of max energy at 5,700 rpm and 108 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 rpm. The engine is being supplied with a CVT gearbox. In Japan, new Swift additionally has a mild-hybrid choice.
It is provided with a DC synchronous motor that provides an extra 3.1 hp and 60 Nm. Along with vital efficiency enhance, the mild-hybrid engine can also be extra gasoline environment friendly. While the usual model has mileage of 23.4 km/l, the mild-hybrid engine gives 24.5 km/l. These numbers are as per WLTP cycle.
Existing Maruti Swift in India is provided with a 1.2-litre superior Ok Series twin jet, twin VVT engine. It has 4 cylinders, as in comparison with the brand new 3-cylinder engine. The current engine generates 90 hp at 6,000 RPM and 113 Nm at 4,400 RPM. When working on CNG, the numbers drop to 77 hp and 98.5 Nm.
Each engine has its personal advantages. With 3-cylinders, the brand new Z collection engine has improved volumetric effectivity and torque. This enhances the engine’s pulling energy at decrease rev vary. But the brand new Z collection engine will not have the free-revving nature of the prevailing Ok collection engine. How a lot of a distinction it can make might be assessed solely after one will get to check drive the brand new Swift.
As in comparison with the CVT choice obtainable with new Suzuki Swift in Japan, India-spec new-gen Swift is more likely to proceed with the prevailing transmission selections of 5-speed guide and 5AMT. Also, Swift will proceed with FWD compared to 4WD choice obtainable in Japan. Swift caters to the inexpensive, entry-level phase in India, which is why there’s hardly any scope for premium tools.
New-gen Swift – Key highlights
New Swift is 15 mm longer, though its width and peak has been lowered by 40 mm and 30 mm compared to the present mannequin. It is unlikely that there can be any main distinction in inside area. Both fashions have the identical 2,450 mm of wheelbase. New Swift seems sportier, with beauty touch-ups to the lighting parts, grille and bumper.
As in comparison with the C-pillar mounted door handles of current mannequin, the brand new Swift has typical door handles. Rear profile has been enhanced with adjustments to the back lights, tailgate and bumper. Inside, new Maruti Swift can be getting a brand new 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It could have wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Updates have additionally been launched for the dashboard, local weather management panel and centre AC vents.