While Maruti Suzuki could have ruled out the Swift
Sport for India, the company may not be shunning a sportive variant, as per a
new report from GaadiWaadi. The website is claiming that the new Maruti Swift 'RS' will likely
have a more dynamic character with styling add-ons among other enhancements. It
may feature more aggressive bumpers, mesh design front grille, underbody
spoilers, 16-inch alloy wheels with contrasting decals and a rear upper
spoiler. Furthermore, its grille may sport a Burning Red trim.
As for the interior, expect an all-black cabin with
Burning Red trim for the centre console, instrument panel and front doors,
sports alloy pedals and steering wheel with piano black accents. A stiffer
suspension setup should provide sharper handling, while the engine will deliver
more power and torque compared to the standard variant’s K12M 1.2-litre
naturally aspirated four-cylinder unit.
According to the report, the Maruti Swift RS will
share the imported K10C 1.0-litre Boosterjet engine with the Maruti Baleno RS.
This turbocharged three-cylinder petrol mill puts out 102 PS at
5,500 rpm and 150 Nm of torque at 1,700-4,500 rpm. It should send drive to the
front wheels via a standard 5-speed manual transmission.
The Maruti Swift RS will slot below the Maruti
Baleno RS (INR 8.47 lakh* onwards). Demand for the Baleno RS has been muted,
and it would take MSIL some conviction to introduce a second go-fast hatchback
variant.
