New Suzuki Swift Concept Unveiled, Previews Fourth-gen Maruti Swift

The new Swift is slated to get some ADAS tech for the first time, but it isn’t likely to be offered on the India-spec model

• 2023 Suzuki Swift concept to be revealed at Japan mobility show between October 26 and November 5.

• Has a more evolutionary design; retains typical Swift-like traits including a floating roof.

• Cabin is in line with newer Maruti Suzuki models; seen with a 9-inch touchscreen and push-button start/stop.

• Could be powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine, might get mild-hybrid assistance.

• India launch expected by early 2024 at a premium over the existing model.

More than a year since we got to see the first spy shots of the fourth-generation Swift, Suzuki is about to reveal it in concept form soon. But before that, it has surfaced online in a set of images. The new Swift will be showcased at the Japan mobility show scheduled to take place from October 26 to November 5.

What’s Changed?

Suzuki has only revealed the concept version of the Swift, but it looks close to production. On the first glance, its design seems more of an evolution than a revolution, as it has many similarities with the previous-gen model. Its overall silhouette and proportions are still pretty much like the current version, save for the muscular panels and windowline.

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New bits include sharper LED headlights and LED DRLs and a small oval-ish grille with a honeycomb pattern. In profile, the hatchback now sports a more traditional set of door handles while continuing with a ‘floating roof’ effect. Its rear gets a redesigned tailgate, bumper and tailights, which have inverted C-shaped lighting elements and black inserts.

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Cabin Gets An Overhaul Too

The new Swift’s cabin resembles that of newer models like the Maruti Fronx and Maruti Grand Vitara in the carmaker’s (Maruti Suzuki) Indian lineup, of course with minor differences in dashboard design. While the new Swift concept’s cabin gets a touch of black, gloss black and white, the India-spec model might get a different colour theme altogether.

While not all features have been revealed of the new Swift, the cabin’s image does show a free-floating 9-inch touchscreen taking centrestage. You can also notice a twin-pod analogue instrument cluster, while the new Swift should continue with push-button start/stop, cruise control, and auto climate control.

The new Swift will likely get multiple airbags, electronic stability programme (ESP), hill-hold assist, and a reversing camera. That said, the carmaker has announced that the hatchback will be equipped with some advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) such as high-beam assist and autonomous emergency braking (AEB).

What Will Power It?

The fourth-gen Swift will come with the same 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine (90PS/113Nm) with some sort of electrification, probably a mild-hybrid setup. It will likely be offered with a choice between a standard 5-speed MT and a 5-speed AMT. An optional CNG kit should also be available later.

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Expected Time Of Arrival

With the production-ready version expected to break cover soon, we believe Maruti Suzuki could launch the new Swift in India only in early 2024. It will likely be priced at a premium over the current model (Rs 5.99 lakh to Rs 9.03 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi). The Maruti hatchback will continue to rival the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios while also taking on the similarly priced Renault Triber crossover MPV.

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