New Maruti Swift: Recently, the new Maruti Swift was spotted during testing on the streets of Delhi. This Swift also had a hybrid logo and ADAS suite. It looks quite similar to the current Swift. It has been spotted in a shining black shade. Let us know what features were seen in the Maruti Swift spotted during testing.
What was seen in the testing model
The Maruti Swift spotted during testing has a hybrid badge. According to a media report, the Swift Hybrid has a slightly sporty front and rear bumper. It has more black elements to reduce the visual bulk. Its front bumper has a silver finish. A radar module is also seen on its front grille, which is the main attraction.
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Talking about the side panel, it has the same alloy wheel design as the global Swift. Apart from this, a disc brake has been given at the rear, which is offered only in the Japanese-spec model. At the same time, the Swift Hybrid sold in Australia does not have rear disc brakes.
ADAS suite and hybrid technology
Compared to the India-spec model, the Japanese-spec model offers an ADAS feature, which further enhances passenger safety during driving. Along with this, there is also an option of an add-on electronic parking brake and heated seat.
The Japanese-spec model has a hybrid 1.2L Z12E powertrain, which has a CVT gearbox mild-hybrid technology. Hybrid technology helps reduce fuel consumption with the help of an ISG (Integrated Starter Generator) motor, which takes power from a battery.
Swift Hybrid will give more mileage
When vehicles have hybrid technology, fuel efficiency improves significantly. At the same time, Suzuki claims to give a mileage of 24.5 km/liter with Swift Hybrid. Talking about the Japanese-spec model Swift Hybrid is claimed to give a mileage of 20.8 km in urban areas, 24.8 km in suburban areas, and 26.3 km in expressway areas. On the other hand, the Maruti Swift sold in India without hybrid technology claims to give a mileage of up to 25.75 km with AMT.