- By Divanshi Sharma
- Mon, 20 May 2024 01:27 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Maruti Suzuki Swift CNG: Maruti Suzuki, one of the largest automobile manufacturers in India is set to launch a CNG variant of its newly introduced fourth-generation Swift in India soon. This step is part of the company’s plan to expand its range of eco-friendly vehicles and meet the growing demand for alternative fuel options.
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The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift is equipped with a new 1.2-litre, three-cylinder Z12E naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces a power output of 82 bhp and 112 Nm of torque. This engine is available with a 5-speed manual transmission and an optional 5-speed AMT. Following the trend of other Maruti Suzuki Arena models, the Swift will soon offer a CNG option. This makes it the first model to pair the new Z12E engine with a CNG powertrain. In CNG mode, the engine will produce slightly less power and torque than the petrol version and will likely be available only with the 5-speed manual transmission.
Currently, the petrol variants of the new Swift are priced between Rs 6.49 lakh and Rs. 9.64 lakh (ex-showroom). The upcoming CNG variants are anticipated to be about Rs 90,000 to Rs. 95,000 more expensive than the petrol models. It is yet to be confirmed which specific variants will include the CNG powertrain, but the options will be limited.
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The petrol Swift already offers impressive fuel efficiency, with 24.80 km/l for the manual version and 25.75 km/l for the AMT. The CNG variant is expected to deliver even better mileage, projected at over 32 km/kg. This would position the Swift CNG as a strong competitor against rivals like the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Tata Tiago, both of which also offer CNG options.