Swift Is King: Reasons Why the Used Maruti Suzuki Swift is Popular In Delhi NCR

While the demand for SUVs is rising, Hatchbacks remain the most popular body types in Delhi NCR’s used car market. Riding this trend is the Maruti Suzuki Swift. The hatchback consistently tops the list of most sought after cars in India and remains the best selling used car in Delhi, and its surrounding regions collectively known as NCR,

And, in case you’re planning on trading in your existing car and use the proceeds to fund the purchase of your next car in Delhi, it might be a good idea to understand what your car is worth. Most people planning to sell their car begin by checking market trends, browsing prices of similar models online, or using a reliable used car valuation tool to get a fair estimate. 

There are many reasons behind Swift’s popularity. The hatchback is a fantastic example of an all rounder. It has sporty looks, handles well, has frugal petrol and diesel engine options and is quite affordable to run and maintain. In this article, we are going to delve deep into the Swift’s popularity as well as discuss what to look out for while buying the used hatchback. 

Why do Delhi NCR used car buyers love the Maruti Suzuki Swift?

The Swift’s popularity is not just limited to used cars in Delhi NCR, but extends across India. It is an allrounder with multiple traits which appeal to a wider audience. Used car buyers appreciate the sporty styling seen across all generations of the Maruti Suzuki Swift. The sporty and premium styling extends to the cabin as well, which is large enough to comfortably accommodate a family of four. The cabin offers a decent array of tech and safety features which makes it appealing to a younger audience as well. 

Buyers trust Maruti Suzuki cars for their reliability and the Swift is no different. The hatchback has earned a name for its reliability and if anything does go wrong, you can easily fix it thanks to both service and spare parts being quite affordable. In fact, the Swift is one of the few modern hatchbacks with very low running costs. Another highlight is its multiple powertrain options. All generations of the Swift (except the current one) came with both petrol and diesel engine options with the later generations featuring CNG engine options as well as automatic transmission options. 

The Swift offers  fantastic value for money which appeals to both the younger and older crowd. The hatchback also enjoys a high resale value owing to its popularity. This makes the Maruti Suzuki Swift the first choice when it comes to used car buyers. 

Which Swift To Buy?

Maruti Suzuki sold four generations of the Swift in India. The second generation Swift sold between 2011 and 2018 offers the best value for money proposition in terms of cabin space, feature and choice of engines which included both petrol and diesel engines as well as automatic transmission options. 

If you can increase your budget, the third generation Swift (sold from 2018 to 2024) is a more sensible option as it features a fresher, more premium looking design both inside and out. The third generation Swift introduced a frugal AMT transmission that gained widespread popularity. Also automatic versions of this particular generation are easily available. 

In terms of transmission, the Swift gets multiple petrol, diesel and CNG engine options. Go for the petrol engines for its refinement, the diesel engine for its fuel efficiency and CNG powertrain for low running costs. However, Maruti Suzuki officially introduced a CNG engine option in the fourth generation Swift so it will be expensive and harder to find. All Swift engine options are reliable and known for their low spare parts costs. 

What To Look Out For While Buying A Swift?

There are some things you should look out for if you want to buy a second hand Swift in Delhi. Given its sportiness and light body, the Swift has a firm suspension feel. High mileage Swifts are prone to cabin squeaks and dashboard rattles. You can easily fix both issues with new cushioning and bushes. 

While both petrol and diesel powertrains are reliable, there are some issues to look out for. In the case of the petrol Swift, some models experience rough idling after a cold start. However, it smoothes out once the engine is warmed up. In the case of diesel engines, watch out for engine misfires and erratic idling. These symptoms may indicate faulty injectors. Early Swift diesel cars were known to consume oil, requiring a top up between oil changes. While buying a Swift, look out for clutch slippage as this could point towards a worn out clutch and pressure plate. 

Conclusion

The Maruti Suzuki Swift is a popular car in Delhi NCR due to a number of reasons. Its sporty styling, feature packed interiors, ample cabin space, multiple frugal powertrain options and very low running costs make the Swift highly sought after which also enhances its resale value. Thanks to its all round capabilities, the Swift attracts a wider range of buyers making it the first choice among used car buyers.

Maruti Suzuki sold four generations of the Swift in India. Among this the second generation Swift offers the best value for money quotient while the second generation Swift offers a more premium feel along with a widely adopted AMT gearbox option. While buying a used Swift, look out for cabin rattles of squeaks. Common powertrain issues include erratic idling in the case of petrol engines and higher oil consumption for diesel engines in early models. Check for injector issues in diesel engines and indications of clutch wear for both.