Maruti Suzuki doesn’t believe the sporty models will be viable for the market.

Maruti Suzuki recently launched the fourth-generation Swift in India. While the carmaker is likely to introduce a CNG variant in the near future, don’t expect to see a performance version of the popular hatchback in India anytime soon.

Partho Banarjee, head of Sales and Marketing at Maruti Suzuki, has confirmed that the company has no plans to bring the Swift Sport or the Swift RS to India. The carmaker doesn’t believe the sporty models will be viable for the market. 

When asked if Maruti would offer the Swift with the 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo-petrol engine from the Fronx, Banarjee said, “The Swift is [already] very sporty. When you experience it, I don’t think you will ask for a turbo.”

The previous generation Swift Sport had been spotted testing in India. However, it is said that the car was imported for testing by a component maker. This generation of the Swift Sport was offered with a 1.4-litre mild-hybrid turbo-petrol engine in select markets.

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The next-gen Suzuki Swift could be powered by a 1.2-litre mild-hybrid engine.

Japanese media is reporting launch timelines for the fifth-generation Swift. Reports suggest that the new model could arrive later this year, while the Swift Sport could debut in 2024.

As expected, the 5th-gen Swift is expected to get major design changes both inside and out. Reports suggest that the hatchback will feature a stylish exterior with rounded edges while maintaining the concept. The interior is also expected to be improved.

The Swift Sport will reportedly debut in the spring of 2024. It is likely to be powered by a K14D 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with a mild-hybrid system. On the other hand, the standard car could use a 1.2-litre mild-hybrid unit.

The next-generation Swift is expected to be launched in the Indian market sometime next year. The Swift Sport though, is unlikely to be part of Maruti Suzuki's product portfolio.

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Maruti could be looking to introduce ADAS tech on some of its domestic offerings.

A Suzuki Swift Sport was recently spotted testing in India. The car appears to have been imported from a right-hand drive market to test ADAS features.

As the name suggests, the Swift Sport is a more aggressive version of the standard hatchback. While it is unlikely to be offered in India, Maruti could be looking to introduce ADAS tech on some of its domestic offerings.

The Swift Sport test mule has a unique front fascia and is equipped with a radar module, along with other sensors necessary for features like lane keep assist, radar-guided cruise control, lane departure warning, and automatic emergency braking; among others.

Unlike the standard Swift, the Swift Sport is powered by a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine that makes 127 BHP and 235 Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox.

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The Swift Sport is powered by a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine that puts out 127 BHP and 235 Nm.

Earlier this week, a Suzuki Swift Sport landed at the Mumbai airport. At the time, it was unclear if the car was in transit or a private import. Well, it seems both our guesses were wrong.

The Suzuki Swift Sport has now been spotted in Pune. It is being tested by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI).

The Swift Sport features a sporty body kit with different grille and bumpers. It also gets dual exhausts and unique dual-tone alloy wheels. Being a performance-oriented hatchback, the car has a stiffer suspension setup and gets disc brakes all around.

The Swift Sport is powered by a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine that puts out 127 BHP and 235 Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Suzuki claims a 0-100 km/h time of 9.1 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h.

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The Swift Sport is powered by a 1.4-litre, turbo-petrol engine that puts out 127 BHP and 235 Nm.

A Suzuki Swift Sport has been spotted at Mumbai airport. It is said that the hot hatch could be a private import or may be in transit to another country.

As the name suggests, the Swift Sport is a performance-oriented hatchback. Keeping with the theme, the exterior features a sporty body kit with different grille and bumpers. The rear looks equally aggressive with the dual exhausts.

The Swift Sport is powered by a 1.4-litre, turbo-petrol engine that puts out 127 BHP and 235 Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Suzuki claims a 0-100 km/h time of 9.1 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h.

Besides the potent engine, the Swift Sport also gets a few chassis modifications. These include a stiffer suspension setup and disc brakes all around.

On paper, the Swift Sport appears to be a fantastic little hatchback. If only Maruti offered it in India.

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A Suzuki Swift Sport has been spotted at Delhi airport. The car rides on 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels shod with 195/45-section ContiSportContact+ tyres.

It measures 3,890 mm in length, 1,735 mm in width, 1,495 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,450 mm.

The Swift Sport is powered by a 1.4-litre, 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine producing 138 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and 230 Nm @ 2,500-3,500 rpm. The engine is paired to a 6-speed manual transmission. The 0-100 km/h time is said to be 8.1 seconds and the top speed is claimed to be 210 km/h.

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According to a media report, Maruti Suzuki is not likely to launch the new Jimny in India.

Maruti Suzuki's R&D head has told the media that a recreational vehicle like the 3-door Jimny is unlikely to drive sales given how small this segment is in India. Currently the only other recreational vehicles in its price point are the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha.

The fourth generation Suzuki Jimny was launched in Japan in July 2018. The SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine that produces 101 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 130 Nm of torque @ 4,000 rpm. It has all-wheel drive and a low range transfer box and comes with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic gearbox.

Maruti Suzuki has also ruled out the Swift Sport for India. According to the company, the 1.4-litre, Boosterjet turbocharged petrol engine would drive up costs, making it unviable for the Indian market.

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According to a media report, Maruti is likely to launch the 3rd-gen Swift Sport in India. The car maker is also believed to offer the Swift Hybrid in addition to the standard petrol and diesel versions.

The Suzuki Swift Sport made its public debut at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. It features a more aggressive body kit which includes a low front splitter, side skirts, a rear bumper with an integrated diffuser and twin exhausts. The Swift Sport rides on sports suspension with a lower ride height and 17-inch diamond cut alloy wheels. Inside, the car gets predominantly black interiors with red accents. It gets a flat-bottom steering wheel, twin-pod instrument cluster with red detailing and a touchscreen infotainment system.

Under the bonnet, the India-bound Swift Sport will reportedly be powered by a 1.4-litre Boosterjet petrol engine. This engine delivers 138 BHP and 230 Nm of torque which will be channeled through a 6-speed manual gearbox.

On the other hand, the Swift Hybrid uses the familiar 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine which makes 83 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 115 Nm @ 4,000 rpm. It is coupled to a 10-kW electric motor and a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT). 

Maruti hasn’t made a formal announcement confirming the Swift Sport and Hybrid for India. However, recent spy shots suggest that road trials of the hybrid might be underway. Moreover, we can expect the Swift Sport and Hybrid to be showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo.

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The Suzuki Swift Sport scheduled to be unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show on September 12, 2017. Based on the third-generation Swift hatchback, the Sport edition is unlikely to come to India. 

The Swift Sport's bodykit includes revised front and rear bumpers and alloys wrapped with low-profile tyres. Although not yet confirmed, the all-new Swift Sport is expected to be powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged engine. This new 138 BHP petrol engine reportedly replaces the old 1.6-litre naturally aspirated unit. 

The new Swift Sport could receive most of the creature comforts and safety features as the standard top-spec Swift. These include a 4.2-inch LCD instrument cluster, a host of driver assistance technologies with autonomous emergency braking, radar guided cruise control, lane departure warning, high beam assist, etc.

If recent media reports are to be believed, Maruti Suzuki is planning to introduce the next-gen Swift Sport in the Indian market. The Swift is about to get a major update globally, which will likely be launched here later next year. With the new Swift, Suzuki will also be unveiling a new-gen model of its performance-oriented sibling - the Swift Sport. This is the vehicle which is currently under consideration for the Indian market.

The Swift has been an important product for Maruti Suzuki, ever since its launch in 2005. However, the automaker never brought the Swift Sport to India, as it didn't see a potential customer base for it in the country. But with the hot hatchback segment now intensifying with launches like the Abarth Punto and the upcoming Polo GTI, Maruti Suzuki too appears to be interested in putting its contender in the market.

Another important reason behind the rumoured Swift Sport launch can be attributed to the growing competition for the Swift brand in India. Having a 'true' sporty version of the hatchback in the market might also enhance the 'Swift' moniker's brand image, thus in turn giving a push to the regular hatchback's sales.

The new-gen Swift Sport is expected to get a retuned version of Suzuki's 1.4-litre BoosterJet engine. It will also be equipped with a stiffened chassis, a sportier suspension setup, and slightly improved braking. The car will also be getting various cosmetic additions like a sportier front bumper, larger alloys, twin exhaust pipes, and a blacked-out rear diffuser.

Source: Autocar India