2024 Maruti Swift Vxi Variant Analysis: Is This The True Entry-level Variant?

Modified On May 19, 2024 09:46 AM By Rohit for Maruti Swift

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It is the new hatchback’s entry-level variant if you want it with the automatic transmission

In case you’re on a strict budget for the new Maruti Swift, you’re probably deciding if the Vxi variant is worth the jump over the base-spec Lxi variant. The upgrade commands a premium of around Rs 80,000 at least for the manual transmission, while this is the most affordable choice if you need the convenience of an automatic. But does the Swift Vxi justify the premium? Let’s find out.

Variant	1.2-litre petrol-MT	1.2-litre petrol-AMT
Vxi	Rs 7.30 lakh	Rs 7.80 lakh
Vxi (O)	Rs 7.57 lakh	Rs 8.07 lakh
Difference	Rs 27,000	Rs 27,000

Why Consider The Swift Vxi?

The 1-above-base Swift Vxi gets useful additions in the form of exterior design as well as comfort and convenience features. It looks better thanks to body-coloured elements and full wheel covers. The equipment set of the Maruti hatchback is enhanced as well, courtesy of a 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, electrically adjustable ORVMs, and a 4-speaker music system. It’s also the entry-level variant if you want the hatchback’s petrol-AMT combo.

Here’s what all you get:

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and Convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlight features	Full wheel covers Body-coloured ORVMs Body-coloured door handles Turn indicators on ORVMs	Sun visors for front passengers Day/night IRVM (MT only) Rear parcel tray Fabric upholstery Adjustable front seat headrests	Electrically adjustable ORVMs Steering-mounted audio and calling controls Type-A USB ports (front) Manual AC	7-inch touchscreen unit Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay	Six airbags Rear defogger ABS with EBD Burglar alarm
Other features	Halogen projector headlights LED tail lights Body-coloured bumpers	Front and rear bottle holder 12V power socket (front)	Tilt steering Keyless entry Auto up-down driver-side window	4-speaker music system	Electronic stability programme (ESP) Hill-hold assist ISOFIX child seat mounts
Upgrade to Vxi (O) if you want	N/A	N/A	Electrically foldable ORVMs Push-button start/stop	Connected car tech	N/A

Why Skip The Swift Vxi?

The Swift Vxi gets a lot more basic comfort and convenience features over the base-spec variant, making it a true entry-level variant. It is also your go-to variant if you want the most affordable variant of the hatchback with an automatic transmission. However, you can stretch to the Vxi (O) variant for a few more practical conveniences at a justifiable premium of Rs 27,000.

Variant	Verdict
Lxi	Covers just the basics with a strong focus on safety. Skip to Vxi for more comfort features and the option of an automatic gearbox.
Vxi	The true entry-level variant of the new Swift. Also, the only choice if you want the AMT option.
Vxi (O)	Consider only if you want connected car tech and a couple of extra features over the Vxi. Else, skip to the Zxi for a more stylish car and better features.
Zxi	Our recommended variant as it gets a lot more tech at a justifiable premium. Skip only if you want the full premium experience of the new Swift.
Zxi+	Pick the fully loaded Zxi+ variant if you want the full premium experience of the new-gen Swift and a dual-tone paint option.