KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Swift 4th generation with mild hybrid spotted.
- Features the same 1.2L Z-Series 3 cyclinder engine.
- International markets already have the hybrid Swift.
Maruti Suzuki Swift, India's best-selling car, was recently spotted testing uncovered with a Hybrid badge. To be specific, it was the 'smartHYBRID' badge, which we have seen on Maruti cars over the last decade. These photos indicate that a mild hybrid version is finally going to power the Swift, which already achieves 25+ kmpl of mileage and 32.85 km/kg with CNG. Scroll down to see more photos of the car. In the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Maruti Swift Hybrid
The Swift 4th generation was launched in early 2024, and since then, it has been creating new sales records every month, securing the No. 1 position on the sales charts. Despite being a customer magnet, the Swift was never offered with a mild hybrid system, as the fuel economy of this car has never gone below 20 to 22 kmpl. To add to this, the new Z-Series 1.2L 3-cylinder engine takes it a notch higher by achieving 24.8 kmpl with the 5-MT and 25.75 kmpl with the AMT gearbox.
However, the new Swift has lost its main characteristics with this engine; it's no longer fun to drive, as the 3-cylinder engine is not peppy and delivers power leniently. Now, the smart hybrid can fill the void and provide the much-needed extra boost, which can bring back the smile on the drivers of the Swift.
Lastly, international markets does get a Swift Hybrid with same Z-Series engine with a 12V motor, with option of two transmissions: 5 MT and CVT.
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Verdict
The core reason behind the Swift Hybrid will be to make it faster and fill the void left by the 3-cylinder engine. If it launches, enthusiasts will also take another look at the Swift, as it was known to provide a thrilling experience and used to surprise people with how fast this small car could go. Let's see when it becomes available to the general public, and for more news like this, follow 91Wheels.
