Maruti Suzuki Swift History
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History
The Maruti Swift was launched in India on 25 May 2005, bringing a contemporary European-style hatchback with a 1.3-litre petrol engine (86 bhp) and, from 2007, a Fiat-sourced 1.3-litre DDiS diesel. The first-generation Swift became a class phenomenon, reaching 5 lakh cumulative sales by January 2010.
A second generation arrived in 2011, a third in 2018, and India received the fourth-generation model on 9 May 2024. Globally more than 6.5 million have been sold; in India alone the Swift has crossed 3 million units, making it one of the most successful cars the country has ever seen.
Sold through Maruti's standard (Arena) channel, the Swift consistently ranks among India's two or three best-selling passenger cars and remains the benchmark compact hatchback in its segment.
Generations
First generation · ZC71S / ZD71S
The launch car: 1.3L petrol + optional DDiS diesel; set a new benchmark for the premium-hatchback segment.
2008 Photo: “2008 Suzuki Swift (RS415) RE.3 5-door hatchback (2015-06-25) 01” by OSX / Wikimedia Commons — Public domain. Cropped to 16:9.
Second generation · ZC72S / ZD72S
Wider, more mature styling; updated powertrains and improved cabin.
Third generation · ZC83S
Heartect platform, sharper looks, and improved dynamics; diesel dropped in 2020 ahead of BS VI norms.
Fourth generation · ZC95S
Launched 9 May 2024; sportier design with advanced safety features and a CNG option.
Body styles
- Hatchback
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