This Maruti’s fun-to-drive hatchback has always stayed true to sporty nature. Being sold in its third-generation avatar, it is now leaps ahead when compared to the original car. What car are we talking about? It is the Maruti Swift. Today’s article is all about how the Swift is the perfect first car for buyers of Maruti as well as buyers looking at other options as their first car. So, let’s begin.

Impressive driveability

Maruti Swift car

The Maruti Swift excels in terms of driving dynamics due to its ideal steering feedback and peppy engine. Its steering feels light at lower speeds for easy manoeuvring and weighs up good, boosting confidence for taking corners at higher speeds. Its dimensions stand at 3,845mm length, 1735mm width, and 1530mm height make it a compact hatchback that compliments its fun-to-drive characteristics.

Flexible specifications

Maruti Swift car

As far as performance is concerned, it has a class-leading petrol engine that makes 89bhp & 113Nm of torque. You get a 5-speed manual as well as a 5-speed AMT gearbox as transmission options for this engine. Moreover, the car has also been made available with factory-fitted S-CNG technology now that returns a claimed mileage of 30.90kmpl. This makes the Swift a flexible option for people who want a car for performance as well as economy.

Widespread Maruti service network

Maruti Swift car

Maruti has the largest number of service stations & dealerships spread throughout the country and also the service cost is affordable when compared to any other brand. Moreover, the spare parts are easily accessible with affordable pricing. This becomes a major plus point to buying the Swift, especially for first time buyers who wish to have a hassle-free ownership experience with their first car.

Maruti Swift – Long list of features

This hatchback along with being a fun-to-drive car also excels quite well in the feature department. A 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, idle start-stop, ESP, hill hold control, cruise control, dual airbags, reverse parking camera, etc.

Maruti Swift – Perfect first car

Maruti Swift car

Pricing of the Swift starts at Rs 6.95 lakh (on-road, Mumbai) for the base ‘LXi’ variant. Moreover, its compact dimensions and easy handling makes it easier to drive in intercity conditions. Even if you are a new driver, driving it is not an uphill task as it is easily manageable. The availability of CNG also makes it lighter on the pocket by saving your fuel costs. Considering these points, it becomes the ideal choice for your first car.

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