The 2024 Maruti Swift has been launched in India, and it has already become a hit in the country. This new hatchback has been launched with a starting price of Rs 6.49 lakh and goes up to Rs 9.64 lakh. Now, we understand that a lot of people love the Swift. However, in today’s competitive market, there are other lucrative options as well. So if you are one of those who is looking at Swift alternatives, then here is the list.
Hyundai Exter
The first car on this list is the newest micro-SUV in the country. We are talking about the Exter. You can get the Exter starting at Rs 6.13 lakh, the same as the Swift LXI variant. The top-spec variant of the Exter is priced at Rs 10.28 lakh.
This micro-SUV comes equipped with a 1.2-litre petrol engine. It produces a maximum power of 83 bhp and 114 Nm torque. In terms of features, it comes loaded. The list includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, speed alert and rear parking sensors. Higher trims add a sunroof, alloy wheels, and an advanced infotainment system.
Tata Punch
The next vehicle on this list is the country’s top-selling car – Tata Punch. This micro-SUV starts at Rs 6.13 lakh and goes up to Rs 10.20 lakh. The Tata Punch comes powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine delivering 86 PS and 113 Nm.
As for the features, the Punch’s base model includes dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors. Additionally, more premium variants add features like a 7-inch touchscreen, automatic climate control, and an iRA connected car suite.
Hyundai Aura
As for the sedan alternative of the Swift, buyers can take a peek at the Hyundai Aura sub-compact sedan. This sedan is priced in the range of Rs 6.49 lakh to Rs 9.05 lakh. Engine-wise, it comes with a 1.2-litre petrol engine with 83 PS and 114 Nm torque. It is also available in CNG.
Coming to the features, Hyundai offers the base Aura variant six airbags and ABS with EBD, speed alert, and others. Higher trims offer an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, and projector headlamps.
Honda Amaze
On the slightly premium side of the spectrum, buyers can also opt for the Honda Amaze. This sedan is priced at Rs 7.20 lakh for the base, and its top-spec variant costs Rs 9.96 lakh. Honda offers the Amaze with a 1.2-litre i-VTEC petrol engine producing 90 PS and 110 Nm.
Entry-level variants come with dual airbags and ABS, EBD, seat belt warning, speed alert, and others. However, the top-spec trims add automatic climate control, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and leather upholstery.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
When it comes to the direct rival of the Swift, look no further than the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. This hatchback starts at Rs 5.92 to Rs 8.56 lakh. Unlike the new Swift, it comes with a 4-cylinder 1.2-litre petrol engine delivering 83 PS and 114 Nm.
The Grand i10 Nios is a feature-loaded car, and its top-spec trims come with a lot of them. Its list includes projector headlights, 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless charger, and a ton of others.
Renault Triber
If you are looking for a larger vehicle for the price of the Swift, you can opt for the Renault Triber. It starts at Rs 6 lakh and goes up to Rs 8.98 lakh. This affordable MPV comes equipped with a 1.0-litre petrol engine with 72 PS and 96 Nm torque.
Standard safety features include dual airbags and ABS with EBD. Meanwhile, its top variants add modular seating options, an 8-inch touchscreen, and a cooled glovebox, wireless charger, driver armrest, and powered ORVMs.
Maruti Dzire
If you are looking for a Maruti Suzuki alternative to the Swift, then you can go with the Dzire. This sedan, which is also about to get a facelift, is priced at Rs 6.56 and goes up to Rs 9.39 lakh. It comes powered by the 1.2-litre Dualjet petrol engine generating 90 PS and 113 Nm.
The list of features of the current Dzire includes cruise control, automatic LED headlamps, and a SmartPlay Studio infotainment system. The upcoming Dzire, which will be coming in the few months, will be launched with a sunroof as well. So you can wait for that as well.
Hyundai i20
If you want to go with something more premium than the Swift, you can opt for the Hyundai i20. This premium hatchback starts at Rs 8.13 lakh and goes up to Rs 12.94 lakh. The i20 comes with a 1.2-litre petrol engine with 83 PS and 114 Nm.
Basic safety features offered with the Hyundai i20 include 6 airbags and ABS, EBD, ESC, digital instrument gauge cluster, and a lot more. Top models boast a sunroof, wireless charging, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
