Maruti Swift Prices Over The Years – Base Vs Top Difference

Maruti Swift 1st-gen model was launched in India in 2005. With its elegant profile and robust performance, Swift has remained one of the popular hatchbacks in India. Even today, when consumer preferences are shifting towards mini-SUVs such as Tata Punch, Maruti Swift continues to register strong sales.

First-gen Maruti Swift launched in 2005 was available at a starting price of Rs 3.87 lakh. The top-spec variant was offered at Rs 4.85 Lakh. Second-gen Swift was introduced in 2011, priced at Rs 4.22 lakh. The top-spec variant was available at Rs 6.38 lakh. In 2014, Maruti introduced the facelift model in the price range of Rs 4.42 lakh to Rs 6.95 lakh.

3rd-gen Maruti Swift was launched in 2018. It was available in the price range of Rs 4.99 lakh to Rs 8.29 lakh. A facelift was introduced in 2021, offered in the price range of Rs 5.73 lakh to Rs 8.41 lakh. The latest, 4th-gen model was launched in May 2024. It is available in the price range of Rs 6.49 lakh to Rs 9.64 lakh. These are introductory prices, available for a limited period.

For the base variants, prices have increased by 67.70% since 2005. In the case of top-spec variants, prices have nearly doubled from the 1st-gen to 4th-gen Swift. That’s understandable, as the top-spec variants usually get a higher number of updates. New, 4th-gen Swift has received a comprehensive range of new features.

New Swift has a sportier design with updates to the grille and front and rear bumpers. It has sharp LED projector headlamps with integrated DRLs, LED fog lamps, sporty 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and C-shaped tail lamps. Inside, key features include a 9-inch touchscreen, Arkamys Surround Sense, voice commands and OTA updates. There’s wireless charger, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, engine start/stop button with smart key, cruise control, rear AC vents, all power windows and electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs.

Safety kit includes 6-airbags, electronic stability program, hill hold assist, reverse parking sensors and camera and ABS with EBD. 4th-gen Swift has a new Z Series 1.2-litre engine that delivers 82 PS and 112 Nm. Transmission choices include 5MT and 5AMT. New 4th-gen Swift has a best-ever