KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Maruti Swift CNG starts at Rs 8.19 lakh and Hyundai i10 CNG starts at 7.75 lakh.
- The Swift claims a mileage of 32.85 km/kg, while the i10 NIOS offers 27 km/kg.
- Maruti Suzuki is ahead with better features and more variants.
Maruti Suzuki has launched the S-CNG version of their popular hatchback, the Swift, starting at Rs 8.19 lakh. The closest rival to this Swift model is the Hyundai i10 NIOS CNG, which comes with twin-cylinder technology and starts at Rs 7.75 lakh, ex-showroom. Both vehicles are fresh on the market and are popular among citizens in metro cities. So, which hatchback offers a better overall package in terms of features and performance? I'll tell you in this quick comparison. Let's start, and in the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Maruti Swift CNG vs Hyundai i10 NIOS CNG: Price Difference
The Swift CNG is available in three variants: VXi CNG, VXi (O) CNG, and ZXi CNG. On the other hand, the i10 NIOS is available in only two variants: Magna and Sportz. Now, let's check out their ex-showroom prices, starting with the Swift.
- VXi CNG - 8.19 lakh
- VXi (O) CNG - 8.46 lakh
- ZXi CNG - 9.19 lakh
Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS
- Magna - 7.75 lakh
- Sportz - 8.30 lakh
Maruti Swift CNG vs Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS CNG: Power and Mileage
The Swift CNG features the all new Z Series 1.2L 3-cylinder engine that debuted with the 4th generation Swift. It comes with a factory-fitted CNG tank, producing 69 PS and 101.8 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. It achieves a staggering fuel efficiency of 32.85 km/kg, placing this model among India's top 5 most fuel-efficient cars.
The Hyundai i10 features twin-cylinder technology, ensuring that the boot space capacity isn't significantly reduced. This car uses the same 1.2L Kappa engine, and with a 60L CNG tank, it produces 69 PS and 95.2 Nm of torque, and is only available with a 5-speed manual gearbox. In terms of mileage, it achieves 27 km/kg.
Features Comparison
There is no change in the features of the all-new Maruti Swift CNG, as all the features available in each variant of the ICE model are also present here. To add more, let's take a closer look at what is included in the ZXi variant.
- LED Projector headlamps
- LED Daylight Running Lamps
- Painted Alloy
- Side Turn Indicators on ORVMs
- Body Coloured Outside Door Handles
- Front & Rear Bottle Holder
- Driver Side Sunvisor with Ticket Holder
- Multi-information Display
- SmartPlay Pro with 17.78 cm Touch Screen
- Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Steering Mounted Audio & Calling Controls
- 4 speakers and 2 tweeters
- Digital Air Conditioner with Panel Illumination (Automatic ac)
- Rear AC Vents
In the Hyundai i10, the CNG option is not available with the top trim Asta, so it misses out on several features. That said, the ones included are sufficient, and the driver won't feel the need to visit the aftermarket to add more. Let's check them out now.
- 6 airbags
- Rear camera with static guidelines
- Rear defogger
- Rear parking sensors
- Projector headlamps
- R15 Dual Tone Styled Steel Wheel
- Roof rails
- Premium glossy black inserts
- Speedometer with multi information display
- 8 inch touchscreen display audio with smartphone navigation
- Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Voice recognition
- Rear AC vent
- Eco coating
- Air conditioning (Auto/manual)
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Verdict
In the end, the all-new Maruti Swift CNG proves to be the better vehicle, as it offers more features, a greater number of variants to choose from, and an impressive mileage of 32.85 km/kg. Although this vehicle is more expensive compared to the i10 NIOS, it still provides significant value for the extra cost. The Hyundai i10, even with the CNG kit, has a lower mileage of 27 km/kg and is available in only two mid-spec variants. The best decision would be to go for the Swift.
