Maruti S-Presso Vs Maruti Swift Comparison - Design, Specs And Prices

by Mohammed Burman | 27/09/2019
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Our Maruti S-Presso Vs Maruti Swift Comparison is going to provide you with a detailed comparison between the two Maruti hatchback

The Maruti S-Presso has been in the spotlight of many Indian car magazines recently with its launch expected to take place on September 30, 2019. With an SUV-ish design but a hatchback price, this vehicle is likely to attract numerous Indian auto buyers who are famous for being highly conscious for prices but having a deep passion for SUVs or at least SUV-ish cars. In the meanwhile, the Maruti Swift has established a great deal of respect and prestige in India as the best-seller not only in the hatchback segment but also in the whole Indian car industry. Being a well-equipped hatchback, Swift has become a favourite choice for many Indian auto customers. Can the Maruti S-Presso have the potentialities to become another Swift or at least level with its elder sibling in terms of sales number? Let’s come to a detailed Maruti S-Presso vs Maruti Swift comparison to discover the answer.

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Maruti S-Presso vs Maruti Swift Comparison - Looks

Exterior

While not much information has been revealed about the Maruti S-Presso, the test mules which have been spotted recently did reveal some important information on the upcoming Maruti hatchback. The S-Presso has retained the upright stance of the fashionable Future S concept which made its debut at the Auto Expo 2018.

The vehicle features a squared-off front with a high bonnets line and halogen headlamps which merge into the thin grille. The angular chrome components in the grille remind us of the Vitara Brezza. LED DRLs are located below the headlamps. To make the front harmonious with the micro-SUV theme, the hatchback is also equipped with black front and rear bumpers to go in line with the body cladding which stretches along the side profile. Some of the other outstanding exterior features of the S-Presso include a blacked-out B-pillar, muscular haunches, flap-type door handles and turn indicators which are mounted on the front fenders.

2019 maruti s presso ornage side profile angle

The Maruti S-Presso comes with an SUV-ish design.

On the other hand, the Maruti Swift now comes with a sportier and more contemporary appearance than the outgoing model. It features a bold frontal facet with stylish headlights, powerful projector headlights and multi-reflector LED DRLs. The grille now comes with wide hexagonal vertical slats with polishing Suzuki logo in the centre. On the side profile, the rear door handles now get a black colour theme. The hatchback runs on fashionable dual-tone alloy wheels. In the rear, it gets a large boot lid and red bright taillights. Particularly, the redesigned front and rear bumper also contribute to the vehicle’s appeal.

2018 maruti swift red front angle

The Maruti Swift features a sporty and contemporary exterior design.

Generally, since the exterior design is a matter of personal choice, we would like to refuse to give any conclusion on which one is the winner here. However, if you ask for our option, we would give the Maruti S-Presso a thumb up because of its SUV-ish design, which is likely to attract more Indian auto customers.

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Maruti S-Presso Vs Maruti Swift Comparison - Interior

Interior Features

Although few images showing the Maruti S-Presso interior are available, it is likely to feature a dual-tone dark-and-grey interior paint scheme. In the meanwhile, the Maruti Swift comes with an all-black cabin with some grey inserts on the driving wheel and the dashboard.

The expected interior feature list of the S-Presso includes a 7.0-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity. Some other outstanding interior features of the S-Presso will include an instrument cluster which is mounted in the centre of the dashboard and black door handles in the low-spec trims. Chrome inserts on the centre console and the door handles will be present in the higher variants.

2019 maruti s-presso interior

The Maruti S-Presso gets a well-equipped cabin with some modern features.

As regards the Maruti Swift interior, the hatchback provides the occupants a comfortable cabin with very supportive and well-cushioned front seats along with more amber knee room. Furthermore, the Swift is a very well-equipped hatchback with a wide array of top-notch features which consist of the same infotainment system as the S-Presso, automatic climate control and start-stop push button, etc.

2018 maruti swift interior dashboard

The Maruti Swift is also equipped with a wide range of top-notch features.

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Safety features  

Maruti hatchbacks do not do very well in the safety front. The S-Presso is expected to be a striking example of this with a limited list of safety features. These will include driver-side airbags, ABS with EBD as standard features across all variants and two front airbags, front seatbelt reminder and speed alert on the higher-spec trims.

2019 maruti s-presso interior dashboard with airbags on

The S-Presso comes with dual front airbags only in its high-spec variants.

The Maruti Swift is equipped with an equal list of safety features. The safety feature list of the best-selling hatchback in India include dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and ISOFIX child seat anchors, which are standard features across all of its variants. In this part of our Maruti S-Presso Vs Maruti Swift Comparison, the two vehicles level with each other both in terms of the interior and safety features. Therefore, there is no clear winner here.

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Maruti S-Presso vs Maruti Swift Comparison - Specifications

Dimensions

Exterior dimensions

 Dimensions

 Maruti S-Presso

Maruti Swift

Differences

 Length

 3,565 mm

 3,840 mm

 - 275 mm

 Width

 1,520 mm

 1,735 mm

 - 215 mm

 Height

 1,564 mm

 1,530 mm

 - 34 mm

 Wheelbase

 2,380 mm

 2,450 mm

 - 70 mm

 Ground Clearance

 180 mm

 164 mm

 17 mm

 Kerb weight

 805 kg

 Not available

 Not available

The Maruti Swift greatly dwarfs the S-Presso in almost all dimensions except for the ground clearance in which that of the latter measures greater than the former by 17 mm.

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Interior dimensions

 Dimensions

 Maruti S-Presso

Maruti Swift

 Seating capacity

 4

 5

 Width

 Not available

 268 litres

Not surprisingly, the greater dimensions translate into a greater seating capacity for the Maruti Swift, which is 5 seaters in comparison with only 4 seaters in the Maruti S-Presso.

maruti s-presso vs swift seating layout

The greater dimensions of the Swift has led to its larger seating capacity than its sibling.

Performance

 Figures

 Maruti S-Presso (expected)

 Maruti Swift

 Engine types

 1.0L petrol

 1.2L petrol

 1.3L petrol

 Max Power

 68 PS

 83 PS

 75 PS

 Peak torque

 90 Nm

 113 Nm

 190 Nm

 Transmission

 5-speed MT/AMT

 5-speed MT/AMT

 5-speed MT/AMT

 Fuel Mileage

 Not available

 20.0 kmpl

 28.4 kmpl

The Maruti S-Presso is expected to receive its power from only a gasoline burner; however, the Swift is powered by both petrol and diesel motors. Therefore, we have decided to compare the performance of the petrol engines of the two vehicles and also provide the information on the oil burner of the Maruti Swift in the table for those who are interested.

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While the S-Presso will be powered by a 1.0-litre gasoline burner which can generate a maximum power of 68 PS against a peak torque of 90 Nm, the Swift keeps under its hood a bigger 1.2-litre petrol motor which can produce a greater power/torque figure of 83 PS/113 Nm. Both of the petrol engines on the two cars are mated to a 5-speed MT/AMT units. The Maruti Swift also keeps under its hood a 1.3-litre diesel motor which can deliver 75 PS against 190 Nm and is coupled with 5-speed MT/AMT.

2018 maruti swift red side profile angle

The petrol engine of the Maruti Swift can deliver greater performance than the S-Presso.

In this part of our Maruti S-Presso Vs Maruti Swift Comparison, the Maruti Swift is the clear winner since it comes with greater dimensions and more impressive performance.

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Maruti S-Presso vs Maruti Swift - Prices

Models

 Prices

 Maruti S-Presso

 INR 3.5 lakh to INR 4.7 lakh

 Maruti Swift (petrol)

 INR 5.14 lakh to INR 7.53 lakh

The Maruti S-Presso prices are expected to range from INR 3.5 lakh to 4.7 lakh. On the other hand, the Maruti Swift is priced in the range of INR 5.14 lakh to INR 7.53 lakh in its petrol version. Nevertheless, with the introduction of the 1.2-litre petrol and CNG unit to its engine options in the foreseeable future, the S-Presso’s prices will experience a minor hike. Considering their features, engine and transmission options along with a reasonable price, both of the cars prove to be good deals in the Indian auto market. 

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Maruti S-Presso vs Maruti Swift Comparison Verdict

Overall, while the Maruti S-Presso has an SUV-ish design, the Maruti Swift comes with a sporty and contemporary exterior styling. The two hatchbacks can be assessed equally in terms of the value they offer. Nevertheless, in terms of features and specifications, the Swift clearly dominates its counterpart, thanks to the greater dimensions and more powerful. If you prefer a petrol car and are on a tight budget, the S-Presso is the more suitable choice for you. However, if you are willing to pay some more money and prefer a bigger car with larger choices of engine options, the Maruti Swift is the better option for you. This is a Maruti S-Presso vs Maruti Swift comparison in terms of their design, specifications and prices. Hope that this article will help you choose the ideal vehicle for yourself.

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