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NDTV
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Maruti Suzuki Swift Turns 20 In India, Surpasses 30 Lakh Sales Milestone
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) is celebrating 20 years of its beloved hatchback, the Swift, in the Indian market. The car was first launched in the country in May 2005 and has now become one of the brand's long-standing models. Along with this, the car has evolved through four generations to get multiple updates to fit consumer preferences. This helped the car to become a favourite among buyers. Since its introduction, the Swift has attracted over 30 lakh customers in India, establishing itself as one of the country's most favored and lasting nameplates. At present, it holds a remarkable 31 per cent market share in its category and accounts for more than 10 per cent of MSIL's total sales. The company claims that nearly 25 per cent of Swift purchasers have returned to buy another Swift. Also Read: Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge To Launch In India Tomorrow Over the past two decades, the Swift has experienced four significant generational updates, each reinforcing its fundamental characteristics of being a fun, stylish hatchback. The first-generation Swift (2005) brought a fresh design language to the Indian market. The second generation debuted in 2011, offering enhancements in weight and maneuverability. The third generation, which launched in 2018, introduced advanced features and technology to meet changing consumer preferences. Presently, the Maruti Suzuki Swift is in its fourth generation and comes at a starting price of Rs 6.49 lakh (ex-showroom). In this avatar, it is powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z-series petrol engine, which produces 80 hp of power and 117 Nm of peak torque. Transmission options include automatic and manual. The consumers also get a CNG version of the hatchback. Commenting on the occasion, 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.'
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Swift: India's favourite hatchback that ruled Indian roads for two decades now enters adulthood
The Maruti Suzuki Swift , a name that has become almost synonymous with the Indian hatchback segment, has completed 20 years on Indian roads. Since its launch in May 2005, the Swift has seen four generations, sold over 30 lakh units in India, and now holds a 31 % share in its segment. It continues to be one of the highest-selling models for Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL), accounting for over 10 % of the company's total sales. Swift owners come back to buy another Swift: Maruti thanks customers Marking the occasion, Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing and Sales at MSIL, 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.' A journey through four generations Since its first generation in 2005, the Swift introduced a new look to India's small car market. In 2011, the second generation offered a lighter build for better performance. The 2018 version came with upgraded features for tech-savvy customers. In 2024, the fourth-generation Swift was launched with new safety and sustainability goals and a redesigned look. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo Maruti Swift: New engine for a new era The latest Swift is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine. It delivers 82PS of power and 113Nm of torque. Buyers can choose between a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT. According to the company, the car offers fuel efficiency of 24.8 kml (manual) and 25.75 kml (AMT). Inside the car, a 9-inch Smartplay Pro+ touchscreen, a 4.2-inch information display, wireless charging, automatic climate control, and an Arkamys-tuned sound system are included. Suzuki Connect provides over 40 connected features including remote functions and diagnostics. Live Events Maruti Swift: Safety Features The Swift includes six airbags, ESP, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, hill hold assist, and 3-point seat belts for all passengers under the Arena Safety Shield. It is sold with a 3-year or 100,000-km warranty, extendable up to 6 years or 160,000 km. Maruti Swift Price by variant (ex-showroom) LXi MT – ₹6.49 lakh VXi MT – ₹7.29 lakh VXi AMT – ₹7.79 lakh VXi (O) MT – ₹7.56 lakh VXi (O) AMT – ₹8.06 lakh VXi CNG – ₹8.19 lakh VXi (O) CNG – ₹8.46 lakh ZXi MT – ₹8.29 lakh ZXi AMT – ₹8.79 lakh ZXi+ MT – ₹8.99 lakh ZXi+ AMT – ₹9.49 lakh ZXi+ MT Dual Tone – ₹9.14 lakh ZXi+ AMT Dual Tone – ₹9.64 lakh Swift still a key player for MSIL Even after two decades, the Swift continues to be one of the most important cars in the Maruti Suzuki lineup. Its high sales, wide appeal, and frequent repeat buyers show that the Swift has grown into one of India's most trusted hatchbacks.
Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Swift celebrates 20 years, contributes to over 10% of Maruti Suzuki sales
Maruti Suzuki is celebrating 20 years of its Swift in the Indian market. The sporty hatchback was first introduced back in May 2005 and has sold over 3 million units till now in the Indian market. Currently, the Swift has a 31 per cent market share and contributes to over 10 per cent of Maruti Suzuki's sales. Throughout its 20-year history, the Swift has consistently progressed and improved. By introducing a fresh perspective to the sporty hatchback category in 2005, the Swift became a remarkable success with because of its design and premium features. The 2nd Generation Swift, launched in 2011, was designed to be lighter and more nimble, reinforcing its reputation as a sporty hatchback. The 3rd Generation Swift, released in 2018, brought advanced technological features and catered to changing customer demands. In 2024, the 4th Generation Swift unveiled a new aspect of the Swift's iconic styling, along with the Z-Series engine The 4th Generation Swift is distinguished by its modern exterior which still retains the iconic sillouhitte of the original Swift. There is a wrap-around character line, a glossy black front grille, and smoky LED projector headlights. The Swift's interior, is driver-focused with a flat-bottomed steering wheel, and sporty asymmetrical instrument cluster dials, among other elements. Commenting on the 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." Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
India Today
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Staying strong, this hatchback from Maruti Suzuki completes two decades in India
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) marks the 20th anniversary of one of its most iconic models — the Maruti Suzuki Swift. Since its debut in May 2005, the Swift has evolved through four generations, consistently capturing the hearts of drivers with its styling and youthful appeal. Maruti Suzuki Swift advertisementThe Swift has garnered an overwhelming response from Indian consumers since its inception, with over 30 lakh units sold in the country. Reflecting on the occasion, Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing and Sales at MSIL, stated, "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."advertisementOver the past two decades, the Swift has transformed the hatchback segment in India. Its first generation broke ground with a design that blended dynamism and innovation. In 2011, the second generation introduced a lighter and more agile structure, enhancing its sporty credentials. By 2018, the third generation brought in high-tech features tailored to modern preferences. The latest fourth-generation Maruti Suzuki Swift, launched in 2024, brings a bold new design and a focus on sustainable mobility, powered by the brand-new Z-Series engine. On the outside, it features a modern and sporty look with elements like a sweeping wrap-around character line, a glossy black front grille, and sleek smoky LED projector headlamps. The interior continues to appeal to driving enthusiasts with its driver-centric cockpit, flat-bottom steering wheel, and sporty asymmetrical instrument the hood, the new Swift is equipped with a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine, delivering 82PS of maximum power and 113Nm of peak torque. It offers two transmission options: a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. Maruti Suzuki claims fuel efficiency figures of 24.8 km/l for the manual variant and 25.75 km/l for the AMT the cabin, the Swift is loaded with modern features including a 9-inch Smartplay Pro+ touchscreen infotainment system, a 4.2-inch multi-information display in the instrument cluster, automatic climate control, wireless charging, and an Arkamys-tuned sound system. It also comes with Suzuki Connect, offering over 40 connected car features to enhance the driving true to its commitment to safety, the new Swift comes standard with the Arena Safety Shield. This package includes six airbags, electronic stability program (ESP), ABS with EBD, hill hold assist, reverse parking sensors, and 3-point seat belts for all seats. The car is backed by a standard warranty of 3 years or 100,000 km, which can be extended up to 6 years or 160,000 km for added Suzuki offers the Swift in five trim levels: LXi, VXi, VXi(O), ZXi, and ZXi+. The variant-wise ex-showroom pricing is listed LXi MT - Rs 6.49 lakhSwift VXi MT - Rs 7.29 lakhSwift VXi AMT - Rs 7.79 lakhSwift VXi (O) MT - Rs 7.56 lakhSwift VXi (O) AMT - Rs 8.06 lakhSwift VXi CNG - Rs 8.19 lakhSwift VXi (O) CNG - Rs 8.46 lakhSwift ZXi MT - Rs 8.29 lakhSwift ZXi AMT - Rs 8.79 lakhSwift ZXi+ MT - Rs 8.99 lakhSwift ZXi+ AMT - Rs 9.49 lakhSwift ZXi+ MT Dual Tone - Rs 9.14 lakhSwift ZXi+ AMT Dual Tone - Rs 9.64 lakhFrom redefining hatchback design to fostering a culture of spirited driving in India, the Maruti Suzuki Swift continues to be a cornerstone of MSIL's product lineup — a legacy built over 20 years and four generations of unmatched to Auto Today Magazine
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Automotive
- India Gazette
India's largest automobile in-plant railway siding at Maruti Manesar facility starts operation
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): India's largest automobile in-plant railway siding at Maruti Suzuki's Manesar facility started operation on Tuesday, in the presence of Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. The Manesar railway siding, registered under the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, has been developed as part of the 126 Km Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor (HORC) running from Sonipat to Palwal in the state of Haryana. The project has been executed by a joint venture company called Haryana Orbital Rail Corporation Ltd (HORCL). Under the joint venture, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has committed to invest Rs 325 crore in developing HORC. Additionally, MSIL has invested about Rs 127 crore towards internal yard development. Overall, MSIL's total investment is about Rs 452 crore. Hisashi Takeuchi, MD and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, 'We are very happy that India's largest automobile in-plant railway siding is inaugurated today at Maruti Suzuki's Manesar facility. We are deeply grateful to the visionary leadership of the Union Minister for Railways and the Government of India's focused implementation of seamless multi-modal connectivity promoting green logistics. Aligned to the PM's GatiShakti National Master Plan, the company's second in-plant railway siding facility signifies a landmark achievement in its green logistics journey. We are also highly thankful to Government of Haryana and Chief Minister for their timely support and guidance on this project.' He added, 'The project underscores our strong commitment to India's Net Zero emissions target 2070. It will contribute to avoiding 175,000 tonne* of CO2e emissions, saving 60 million litre of fuel annually at full capacity, and reducing road congestion. Lowering carbon emissions remains a top priority at Maruti Suzuki and we aim to achieve this, by increasing the share of vehicle dispatches through railways to 35 per cent by FY 2030-31.' 'The inauguration of India's largest GatiShakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal at Manesar, Gurugram is a matter of joy and pride for all of us!... This pioneering project of Haryana will start a golden chapter of development. This project is an important step towards bringing revolutionary changes in the logistics sector under the 'PM Gati Shakti' campaign. This will give new speed, efficiency and convenience to industrial freight transport,' the Haryana chief minister said. Spread over 46 acres inside the MSIL Manesar facility, the railway siding features a fully electrified corridor having four full-length tracks for rakes and 1 track for engine escape, totalling 8.2 kms of track length. The siding also includes a two-floor station building, a dedicated pathway for guards and drivers along the tracks, advanced electronic train interlocking and more. Models manufactured at MSIL's Gurugram and Manesar facilities will be dispatched to 17 hubs from this railway siding serving 380 cities across India. Port locations of Mundra and Pipavav, used by the Company for exports, will also be served. The railway siding will have a dispatch capability of 450,000 vehicles at full capacity. MSIL has dispatched 2.5 million (25 lakh) vehicles cumulatively through railways since FY 2014-15. Its green logistics efforts align with UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No. 13 on climate action, reinforcing the Company's vision for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. (ANI)
