GaadiWaadi has managed to acquire spyshots of the
2017 Maruti Swift Dzire undisguised, offering a first look at the next gen
Swift sedan’s exterior design.
The model spied seems to be the top-end ‘Z’ grade of
the Swift Dzire, which features new 15 inch multi-spoke diamond cut alloy rims,
ORVM-mounted blinkers, LED taillamps connected by a chrome embellisher. It
seems that the bumper of the new Swift Dzire looks different to that of the new
Swift. The rear-end
design looks evolutionary, featuring vertical wrap-around taillamps, a new boot
design, and a re-profiled rear bumper.
A spy shot of a test mule revealed beige fabric seat
upholstery that could be contrasted by a black dashboard similar to the current
model’s interior colors. Expect top variants to come with Maruti’s
Smartplay touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, 4.2
inch color MID and steering-mounted buttons. Maruti could make ABS and dual
airbags as standard across the range.
The model spied seems to the
diesel version, as it sports the DDiS badge on the front wing. Interestingly,
it also appears to feature what looks like the SHVS badge on the boot lid,
further affirming that the diesel variant is a mild-hybrid similar to the
Maruti Ciaz. It will continue with the 1.3L DDiS 190 4-cyl diesel engine, which
produces 75 PS and 190 Nm of peak torque. Other than a standard 5-speed manual,
a 5-speed AMT will be offered as optional.
As for the next gen Swift hatchback, it’s expected
to arrive in India in early 2018.