INTRODUCTION

Maruti Suzuki India Limited, formerly known as Maruti

Udyog Limited, is an Indian automobile manufacturer, based
in New Delhi. It was founded in 1981 and owned by
the Government of India until 2003, when it was sold to Suzuki
Motor Corporation.[2][6] As of September 2021 Maruti Suzuki
has a market share of 49 percent in the Indian passenger car
market
HISTORY
Maruti Udyog Limited was founded by the Government of
India on 24 Feb 1981 with Suzuki Motor Corporation as a minor
partner, only to become the formal JV partner and license
holder of Suzuki in August 2021.The first manufacturing factory
of Maruti was established in Gurugram, Haryana, in the same
year

MANUFACTURING FACILITIES
Maruti Suzuki has two manufacturing facilities
in Haryana (Gurgaon and Manesar), and one manufacturing
complex in Gujarat wholly-owned by parent
company Suzuki which supplies its entire production to Maruti
Suzuki. All manufacturing facilities have a combined production
capacity of 2,250,000 vehicles annually (1.5 million from Maruti
Suzuki's two plants and 750,000 from Suzuki Motor Gujarat).
The Gurgaon manufacturing facility has three fully integrated
manufacturing plants and is spread over 300 acres
(1.2 km2).[22] The Gurgaon facilities also manufacture
240,000 K-Series engines annually. The Gurgaon facility
manufactures the Alto 800, WagonR, Ertiga, XL6, S-
Cross, Vitara Brezza, Ignis and Eeco. The Gurgaon facility also
assembles the Jimny starting from January 2021 solely for
export markets. It was reported the Indian-assembled Jimny will
be exported to African markets and countries in the Middle East
The Manesar manufacturing plant was inaugurated in February
2007 and is spread over 600 acres (2.4 km2).[22] Initially it had a
production capacity of 100,000 vehicles annually but this was
increased to 300,000 vehicles annually in October 2008.
The production capacity was further increased by 250,000
vehicles taking total production capacity to 800,000 vehicles
annually.[24] The Manesar plant produces
the Alto, Swift, Ciaz, Baleno and Celerio. On 25 June 2012,
Haryana State Industries and Infrastructure Development
Corporation demanded Maruti Suzuki to pay an additional Rs
235 crore for enhanced land acquisition for its Haryana plant
expansion. The agency reminded Maruti that failure to pay the
amount would lead to further proceedings and vacating the
enhanced land acquisition.
In 2012, the company decided to merge Suzuki Powertrain
India Limited (SPIL) with itself.[26] SPIL was started as a JV by
Suzuki Motor Corp. along with Maruti Suzuki. It has the facilities
available for manufacturing diesel engines and transmissions.
The demand for transmissions for all Maruti Suzuki cars is met
by the production from SPIL.
In 2017, the new Suzuki Motor Gujarat facility was opened.
This third facility is not owned by Maruti Suzuki, but instead
wholly owned by Suzuki Motor Corporation. Despite that, the
plant supplied vehicles to Maruti without any additional cost.
Located in Hansalpur, Ahmedabad, the plant has the total
annual capacity of 750,000 units.
In November 2021 Maruti Suzuki announce to set up a big
plant in IMT Kharkhoda in Sonipat district across 900 acres with
a investment of 18000 crore.
Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development
Corporation gives 900 acres of land to Maruti Suzuki for setting
up a new plant in Industrial Model Township at Kharkhoda,
Haryana.
CAR SAFETY
Maruti Suzuki's has been criticized for cutting costs and
compromising safety in their products by automotive
enthusiasts, journalists, and the Global NCAP, as they are
made lighter in terms of kerb weight to achieving higher fuel
economy. Starting 2014, several of their made for India cars
were crash tested at Global NCAP, most of which have given
disappointing results. Cars like Alto, Swift, Celerio, S-Presso
(with driver's airbag), and Eeco which had no safety features
like airbags were awarded 0 stars, while Wagon-R and Swift
(2018 model year) which had dual front airbags were awarded
2 stars out of 5. Only the Vitara Brezza (4 stars), Ignis (3 stars)
and Ertiga (3 stars) have been awarded decent safety
ratings.[60] Though Maruti Suzuki claimed that they were
following the safety standards mandated by the Government of
India, it however only implied with the safety features included
in their cars and not the strong body shell or build quality which
suffers the impact of the crash.[61] Maruti Suzuki has also come
under fire for discrimination with customers in India, by making
cars safe meant for exports to European and African markets.
The chairman, RC Bhargava stated that "If carmakers
incorporate such features in even entry-level cars, obviously
the price would go up, which would lead consumers to opt for
two-wheelers, which would be more unsafe", which attracted
criticism.[63] The company, in February 2020, decided not to
send their cars to Global NCAP for testing, as they only believe
in the Safety Standards set by the Government of
India.[64] Following the crash test results of S-Presso, Alejandro
Furas, Secretary General of Global NCAP said, “It is very
disappointing that Maruti Suzuki, the manufacturer with the
largest share of the Indian market, offers such low safety
performance for Indian consumers. Domestic manufacturers
like Mahindra and Tata have demonstrated high levels of safety
and protection for their customers, both achieving five star
performance. Surely it’s time for Maruti Suzuki to demonstrate
this commitment to safety for its customers?” Alongside, David
Ward, President of the Towards Zero Foundation said, "We
have seen important progress on car safety in India, with new
legislation introduced by the government and manufacturers
like Mahindra and Tata accepting the Global NCAP five star
challenge and producing models which go well beyond
minimum regulatory requirements. There is no place for zero
rated cars in the Indian market. It remains a great
disappointment that an important manufacturer like Maruti
Suzuki does not recognize this.
CURRENT MODELS
Model Production Image Outlet

Wagon R 1999–present Arena

Alto 2000–present Arena

Swift 2005–present Arena

Eeco 2010–present Arena

Ertiga 2012–present Arena

Celerio 2014–present Arena

Arena (2014-2016)
Ciaz 2014–present
NEXA (2017-present)
 Baleno 2015–present NEXA

S-Cross 2015–present NEXA

Vitara Brezza 2016–present Arena

Dzire 2017–present Arena

Ignis 2017–present NEXA

XL6 2019–present NEXA

S-Presso 2019–present Arena

MARUTI SUZUKI SWIFT
The Suzuki Swift is a subcompact car produced by Suzuki.
The vehicle is classified as a B-segment marque in the
European single market, a segment referred to as
a supermini in the British Isles. Prior to this, the "Swift"
nameplate had been applied and purchased from Swift
Engineering to the rebadged Suzuki Cultus in numerous export
markets since 1983 and became its own model since
2004.Currently, the Swift is positioned
between Ignis and Baleno in Suzuki hatchback global lineup.

The Maruti Suzuki Swift was launched in India on 25 May 2005

with the familiar 1.3-litre SOHC 16-valve G13BB petrol engine
seen in Maruti Esteem. Later, in early 2007, Maruti introduced
the Swift with a Fiat-sourced 1.3-litre Fiat's DDiS turbodiesel
engine. In 2010, due to the new BS-IV emission norms, Maruti
replaced the 1.3-litre petrol engine with the more modern 1.2-
litre DOHC (later model has VVT) K12M engine.
SWIFT (2021)
The Suzuki Swift received a minor facelift in May 2020 for the
Japanese market. European market received the facelifted
model in September 2020.It was also released in November
2020 for the Mexican market, and in February 2021 for the Thai
and Indian market.
The hatchback received new radiator grille, alloy wheels and
dual tone colour option. Some features from the higher trim
now become available for lower trims, some markets also
received new features from other markets which was standard
in the pre-facelift model. The engine is also revised for markets
with stricter emission standards (see below). The 12-volt mild
hybrid system has also been upgraded with a bigger 10Ah
battery, replacing the old 3Ah unit to boost energy recovery.
PRODUCTION
The strike at Maruti Suzuki‟s Manesar plant in Haryana is yet to be
resolved, however the company has managed to take production of
the Swift to 700 units a day. The new Swift is being produced at both
the Manesar and Gurgaon plant of Maruti Suzuki. The increase in
production has been done by hiring new workers. If the company is
able to maintain the same level of output, it could produce close to
17,500 units of the Swift every month. Currently in its 27th day, the
workers strike at India‟s largest car maker has caused severe losses as
well as cancellation of bookings for the company.
“Maruti Suzuki today produced 700 Swift cars from Manesar and
Gurgaon plants, combined. At this level of daily production, the
company can now produce over 17,500 units of Swifts in a month.
Focussed efforts to augment manpower strength at Manesar plants
and starting production of Swift model at Gurgaon plant also have
helped the company to reach this level of monthly production for the
model,” Maruti Suzuki said in a statement.
Swift engine
The Maruti Swift has 1 Petrol Engine on offer. The Petrol
engine is 1197 cc . It is available with Manual & Automatic
transmission.Depending upon the variant and fuel type the
Swift has a mileage of 23.2 to 23.76 kmpl . The Swift is a 5
seater 4 cylinder car and has length of 3845, width of 1735 and
a wheelbase of 2450.

Engine Type K series Dual Jet

Displacement (cc) 1197

Max Power 88.50bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque 113Nm@4400rpm

No. of cylinder 4

Valves Per Cylinder 4

Transmission Type Automatic

Gear Box 5-Speed

SWIFT MILEAGE
Maruti Suzuki Swift powers your passion to explore limitless
possibilities. Experience the thrill and excitement of the new
2021 Swift which packs a punch without compromising on fuel
efficiency.
The 2021 Swift gets the next-gen K-Series 1.2-Litre Dual Jet,
Dual VVT BS6 compliant petrol engine that outperforms every
challenge the road throws at you. Maruti Suzuki Swift offers
segment-leading mileage of 23.20 Km/l* for Petrol MT and
23.76 Km/l* for Petrol AMT.
Enhancing the engine’s fuel efficiency is the first-in-segment
Idle Start Stop (ISS) function that helps save fuel in stop-go
traffic and boosts the car’s overall mileage.
*The mileage figures mentioned here are certified by the Test
Agency under Rule 115 (G) of CMVR 1989.

SWIFT VARIANTS MILEAGE

Fuel Type Transmission ARAI Mileage

Petrol Manual 23.20 km/l*

Petrol Automatic 23.76 km/l*

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)37.0

Emission Norm ComplianceBS VI

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut

Rear Suspension Torsion Beam

Steering Type Electric

Steering Column Tilt

Turning Radius (Metres) 4.8

Front Brake Type Disc

Rear Brake Type Drum

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm) 3845

Width (mm) 1735

Height (mm) 1530

Boot Space (Litres) 268

Seating Capacity 5

Wheel Base (mm) 2450

Front Tread (mm) 1520

Rear Tread (mm) 1520

Kerb Weight (Kg) 875-905

Gross Weight (Kg) 1335

No of Doors 5
INTERIOR
On the inside, the cabin is highlighted with silver ornamentation and a
twin-pod instrument cluster with a coloured 4.2-inch TFT display.
The new Swift is now benefitted by a cruise control, idle start-stop
function, and key synchronised auto-foldable ORVMs. It continues to
be offered with a host of safety features such as dual airbags, ABS
with EBD, reverse parking camera, driver and co-driver seat belt
reminder, and ISOFIX anchorage points.

 Swift is designed by Gerard Unger

EXTERIOR
Visually, the 2021 Swift features a new chrome stripe on the single-
piece front grille which now has a mesh-pattern. Other highlights
include a dual-tone exterior shade which can be had with the top
ZXi+ trim. The three dual-tone options include – Pearl Arctic White
and Solid Fire Red with Pearl Midnight Black roof and Midnight Blue
with Arctic White roof. The projector headlights, LED DRLs, 15-
inch precision-cut alloy wheels, floating roof effect are to be carried
over from the current model.
 Ex-showroom Price
Swift version

Maruti Suzuki Swift Lxi ₹ 5.85 Lakh

Petrol, 1197 cc, Manual, 23.2 kmpl

Key features: Android and Apple Smart Connectivity, Steering Adjustment, Average Fuel Consumption
Display, Gear Shift Indicator Display, 2 Airbags

Maruti Suzuki Swift Vxi ₹ 6.64 Lakh

Petrol, 1197 cc, Manual, 23.2 kmpl

Key features: Android and Apple Smart Connectivity, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment,
Average Fuel Consumption Display, Gear Shift Indicator Display

Maruti Suzuki Swift Vxi AMT ₹ 7.14 Lakh

Petrol, 1197 cc, AMT, 23.76 kmpl

Key features: Android and Apple Smart Connectivity, Steering Mounted Controls, Steering Adjustment,
Average Fuel Consumption Display, 2 Airbags

Maruti Suzuki Swift Zxi ₹ 7.27 Lakh

Petrol, 1197 cc, Manual, 23.2 kmpl

Key features: Push Button Start, Android and Apple Smart Connectivity, Steering Mounted Controls, Parking
Sensors - Rear, Steering Adjustment

Maruti Suzuki Swift Zxi AMT ₹ 7.77 Lakh

Petrol, 1197 cc, AMT, 23.76 kmpl

Key features: Push Button Start, Android and Apple Smart Connectivity, Steering Mounted Controls, Parking
Sensors - Rear, Steering Adjustment

Maruti Suzuki Swift Zxi Plus ₹ 8.03 Lakh

Petrol, 1197 cc, Manual, 23.2 kmpl

Key features: Push Button Start, Android and Apple Smart Connectivity, Steering Mounted Controls, LED
Headlights, Parking Sensors - Rear
SAFETY
The Swift that was crash tested by Latin NCAP was equipped
with two airbags. As per Latin NCAP, the results are valid for
both, the hatchback and the sedan (Dzire).
In the crash test, the Swift achieved 15.53 percent (6.21
points) in Adult Occupant protection, 0 percent (0 points) in
Child Occupant protection, 66.07 percent (31.71 points) in
Pedestrian and Vulnerable Road Users protection and 6.98
percent (3 points) for its Safety Assistance systems.
Latin NCAP says that the 0-star result attributes to poor side
impact protection, a low whiplash score, the lack of standard
side protection airbags, absence of ESC, the use of a lap belt
in the rear centre seat, instead on a three-point unit, and
because of Suzuki not recommending CRS (Child Restraint
Systems).
Latin NCAP further noted that while the protection offered to
the driver’s and passenger’s head and neck was good, the
driver’s chest area showed weak protection. Adding to that,
the driver’s and one of the passenger’s knees showed only
marginal protection as they could have an impact with
structures behind the dashboard. The other passenger knee,
meanwhile, showed good protection.
In terms of side impact, the head and pelvis protection were
good, abdomen protection was adequate but the chest
protection was poor, resulting in zero points in this test.
Overall, the bodyshell was rated as borderline unstable due to
asymmetries and the Swift was adjudged not capable of
withstanding further loadings.
Maruti Suzuki Swift Expert Review
Ever since its introduction back in 2005, the Maruti Suzuki Swift has
been a household name in the Indian car buying scene. With close to
23 lakh takers, the Swift was sold in huge numbers in the last one and
a half decade – that‟s an average of about 13,000 each month. So
when a new one arrives, everyone sits up and takes notice. This is the
MY2021 Maruti Suzuki Swift and with subtle design tweaks and
added features on the inside, it also gets a new engine under the hood.
What makes this new Swift stand out? Let‟s find out.
As mentioned above, the changes to the design are subtle when you
look at it. The closely-stacked horizontal louvres of the fish-mouth
grille are now replaced by a mesh grille. Although the number plate
position hasn‟t been changed, there‟s a chrome strip now running
through the centre of the grille to add a bit of zing. Apart from that,
there‟s also a dual-tone paint scheme for three exterior colour options
– red with a black roof, white with a black roof, and blue with a white
roof.
So the new Swift remains a modern-looking hatchback with eccentric
styling which is more quirky and likeable than dubious. There‟re
projector headlamps upfront with handsome looking LED day-time
running lights combined with integrated circular fog lamps on the
lower bumper. On the side, the hidden rear door handle still stands out
and the pronounced shoulder arches lend the Swift a muscular stance.
At the back, the well-designed LED taillamps and minimalistic design
to the boot and bumper are easy on the eyes.
Similar to the exterior, the changes on the inside are minimal. Get
inside and there‟s a new instrument cluster welcoming you with its
4.2-inch coloured screen nestled between the dual-circular analogue
dials. However, it doesn‟t appear to be the same unit as the one you
find in more expensive models like the Baleno or Ertiga, so there are
a few displays/information that are missing. You do get a clock, fuel
consumption graph, door ajar display, trip computer, and an idle-stop
time meter. Oh yes, the last one is in the conjunction with the new
auto-start-stop feature which has debuted in the Swift. Also new are
the right-side controls on the steering wheel debuting cruise control.
Neither of these features are available in the direct rival viz. Grand
i10 Nios but can be had in the Altroz i-Turbo.
Otherwise, the cabin of the Swift has remained unchanged. You get
an all-black interior with silver inserts on the dash and the flat-bottom
steering wheel. The quality of materials on the inside is good and
even the ergonomics are spot-on for a hatchback of this size. You get
good visibility all around and over the bonnet, but the same cannot be
said about the rear windscreen which is quite narrow and the C-pillar
is quite thick obstructing quite a view – especially when parking.
As for the seats, they are large and comfortable with soft padding and
extra support on the side. They could do with more shoulder support
though. Otherwise, there‟s no complaining even after spending long
hours in. Even the seats at the back offer excellent under-thigh and
back support. There‟s ample legroom here with enough headroom
even for taller passengers. With 268litres of boot size, it is deep and
large enough to swallow a large suitcase with room to spare for a
couple of backpacks or a duffle bag.
In terms of features, the new Swift comes loaded with cruise control,
idle start-stop function, push-button start, auto-foldable ORVMs, auto
AC, steering mounted controls, auto headlamps, and powered
windows. Additionally, it also offers the familiar seven-inch
Smartplay Studio infotainment system with smartphone connectivity
along with voice command and cloud-based services. It‟s a similar
unit found in other Maruti Suzuki vehicles and has an easy-to-use, no-
fuss interface with good touch response as well. In terms of safety, the
MY2021 Swift comes with dual airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP with
hill hold assist (in automatic only), reverse parking camera, driver
and co-driver seat belt reminder, and ISOFIX anchorage points.
Maruti Suzuki could have taken this update as an opportunity to
introduce other features like wireless charger, sunroof or even rear
AC vents in the Swift. But they are still given a miss, which is a bit of
a bummer.
The most important change in the new Swift is the engine. All the
traits of the 1.2-litre four-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine
are the same. But this is a K12 Dual Jet Dual VVT motor – one that
also does duties in the Dzire. As a result, power is up by 7bhp to
89bhp while the max torque of 113Nm remains the same. The Dual
VVT in the engine nomenclature stands for „variable valve timing for
both intake and exhaust valve‟. With an improved EGR (exhaust gas
recirculation) system and idle-start-stop function, the new motor is
not only more powerful but also more efficient, claims Maruti. The
manual version we have here has a claimed ARAI fuel efficiency of
23.20kmpl, while the AMT version is good for 23.76kmpl.
With the bump in power, the new Swift posted a slightly quicker 0-
100kmph time of 11.75 seconds compared to 12.26 seconds of the old
car. In terms of roll-on acceleration, it did 20-80kmph in third in
14.35 seconds and 40-100kmph in fourth in 16.90 seconds. At idle,
the four-cylinder engine is refined and completely vibe-free to a point
that you‟ll have to double-check whether the engine is on. Get on the
move and the refinement continues with good grunt both in the low
and mid-range. Since there‟s no turbo, there‟s no lag of any sort and
the power delivery is linear. The motor revs freely to redline, it might
get noisy past 4,000rpm, but the corresponding noise isn‟t
accompanied by any unpleasant vibration. The motor feels the best
between 1,500-2,500rpm and you can potter around in a gear too high
at city speeds without the motor stuttering and urging you to
downshift. This K12 unit is peppy and responsive even from low
engine speeds. Even highway speeds come up quickly and easily if
you hold a gear a bit longer and overtaking at triple-digit is no hassle
either.
t‟s a refined engine through and through, and you can experience it
while downshifting or engine braking where it neatly dials down
without making any fuss. Moreover, the new idle-start-stop function
works brilliantly. Pull up to a traffic signal, slot in neutral and get on
the brakes, and it kills the engine immediately. To pull away, just
depress the clutch and the engine is back to life in no time. It works
flawlessly every single time. Like before, the clutch is light and
complements the five-speed manual gearbox we have here. The short
and precise throw of the gear lever makes it extremely fun to drive.
We love how smooth and crisp it is when rowing through the gears
and it‟s enjoyable rather than a task to drive this manual.
Going almost three and a half turns lock-to-lock, the new Swift‟s steering is light and slightly
vague off-centre. It‟s not slow to respond though and has a direct feel once you start pushing it.
Show it some corners and the well-balanced chassis and controlled body roll are good enough to
induce a wide grin each time. In terms of ride, the new Swift has a good composure at slow
speeds going over bad surface. Only the sharpest potholes are felt on the inside. Otherwise,
everything else is taken astride with good poise. And it only gets better as speed increases.
Another good thing about it is that the ride remains consistent so you can predict the speed you‟d
like to take on a bad patch or speed breaker beforehand. It‟s a light car – thanks to the new
Heartect platform – and it is felt as the high-speed stability isn‟t something to write home about.