New Maruti Swift Becomes India's Best-Selling Car In May 2024: Top 5 Features Detailed

2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift Quick Highlights 

• 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift becomes the top selling car in May 2024. 

• The milestone was achieved after a while as the last time it was on top spot was in August 2023. 

• Fourth-gen Swift has been launched on May 9 from Rs 6.49 lakh onwards (ex-showroom). 

• Top features include a 9-inch touchscreen, six airbags as standard and wireless phone charger. 

The new-gen 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift, post its launch on May 9, has zoomed its way to take the top spot as the best selling model in India in 2024. It has overtaken the Tata Punch, which was holding the first place last month in April. This is also a big achievement for the Swift as the last time it was in first place was way back in August 2023. 

Here’s a look at the top 10 best selling cars in May 2024: 

It’s no doubt the latest generation update has helped the Swift to become the best selling car in May. The fourth-generation of the hatchback comes with a refreshed design, a brand new dashboard layout, plentiful feature additions and a new petrol engine underneath the hood. 

Here are the top feature that are available in the 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift:

Six Airbags As Standard 

The new Swift comes packing with six airbags as standard right from the base variant. This important safety feature addition could help the model post a better crash safety score if tested by Global NCAP or Bharat NCAP. 

Larger 9-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System 

With the latest update, the 2024 Swift comes packing a larger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with a crisp interface. Not only that, this infotainment supports wireless connectivity for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also comes with connected car tech, where you can operate certain features using your smartphone. 

Wireless Phone Charger 

The new Swift comes with a wireless phone charger and if your phone supports it, your cabin can be devoid of any cables. It will also keep your phone topped up while using wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

LED Headlights 

The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift is the only model in its segment to offer LED headlights in higher-end variants. These ensure good illumination when driving through the night.

Rear AC Vents With USB Chargers 

Rear-seat occupants in the Swift are now treated to an added dose of comfort, courtesy of the rear AC vents. And if you have kids at the rear, who are on their i-Pad all the time, Maruti has provided the Swift with separate charging ports for rear seat occupants. 

We feel these are the top 5 features that are offered in the new-gen 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift. Other features such as automatic climate control, cruise control, a multi-info display, keyless entry with push button start, rear parking sensors with camera, electronic stability control can be found in rival cars such as the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. 

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Swift 2024 Review: Manual And AMT First Drive

2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift Engine Option

The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift is powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine that belts out 82PS and 112Nm. It can be paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT. In terms of fuel efficiency, the manual returns 24.8 kmpl, while the automatic delivers 25.75 kmpl. 

2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift Price And Rivals 

Prices of the new Maruti Suzuki Swift range from Rs 6.49 lakh to Rs 9.65 lakh (ex-showroom). It’s available in five broad trims and here is the detailed variant-wise prices: 

The new Maruti Suzuki Swift rivals the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, while being an SUV alternative to the Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter, Nissan Magnite and Renault Triber.