Maruti Suzuki Swift Sails Past 30 Lakh Unit Sales Milestone
The Maruti Suzuki Swift has achieved a cumulative sales milestone of 30 lakh units in India. Launched in May 2005, the hatchback has gone on to become one of the most successful offerings from the brand and is now among highest-selling cars in India. The Swift surpassed 10 lakh sales in 2013 within 8 years of its introduction, while the 20 lakh sales mark was achieved in just five years, in 2018.
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The Swift achieved the 30 lakh sales mark 19 years after its launch in 2005
Maruti Suzuki launched the fourth-generation of the Swift in India in May 2024 at a starting price of Rs. 6.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The manufacturer recently shared that a total of 19,393 units of the hatchback have already been sold, making it the highest selling model of the brand in its debut month. The manufacturer has also shared that the bookings for the new Swift have already crossed the 40,000 mark. Maruti Suzuki also revealed that manual gearbox variants accounted for 83 per cent of sales.
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Commenting on the occasion, Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “The Swift has been more than just a car to the millions who have owned it – it has been a symbol of fun, freedom and exhilaration. With each new generation, the Swift has continued to raise the bar, offering cutting-edge technology, contemporary style, and that unmistakable ‘Swift DNA’ which continues to captivate customers. This accomplishment fills us with immense gratitude, and we are thankful to all Swift owners across the country.”
Maruti Suzuki will soon introduce a CNG derivative of the Swift in India. The new version is expected to retain the same 1197 cc, three-cylinder motor as the current model, but with a lower power output. For reference, the current version makes 80.4 bhp @ 5700 rpm and 111.7 Nm of peak torque. Expect it to solely be offered with a manual gearbox.
