The new Swift is likely to retain the original character of the hatchback.
Suzuki Motors on Wednesday unveiled the first look of the next-generation of its popular hatchback in India, the Swift, at the 2023 Japanese Mobility Show. When launched, the car, which debuted in India in 2005, will leap in its fourth generation. The new design retains the core characteristics of the car, which is among the best-selling models in India. However, the latest iteration has received some touch-ups, such as new headlamps and DRLs, a refreshed front grille with a more rugged mesh pattern, new fog lamps and a sportier-looking bumper.
The overall design, stance and curves remain the same. The model that Suzuki unveiled had blue-coloured body and blacked-out roof.
Though the rear of the car is not visible, it is expected to retain the same seat of taillights.
There are changes in the car's interiors too. The new hatchback will get an all-new cabin, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, new digital driver display and more.
There are also reports that the new Swift will come with electric sunroof, ventilated front seats, 360-degree camera and wireless charging, but Maruti hasn't said anything about it.
Will it make India debut?
The fourth-generation Swift is expected to come to India in 2024 and is expected to be produced for both domestic and international markets.
The new car will be a competition for established players like Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Renault Triber, Citroen C3, Tata Punch, and Hyundai Exter.
There is no conformation about the price of the new Swift.
About Japan Mobility Show
The biennial show was not held in 2021 because of the pandemic. It was held at a critical moment for the domestic industry.
Toyota, the world's top-selling automaker, this year announced a strategic pivot to battery EVs, including plans to commercialise advanced batteries and adopt die-casting technology pioneered by Tesla.
Japan's auto industry is also facing pressure from high input costs and slumping sales in China, where Japanese brands such as Nissan and Mitsubishi, which reportedly has decided to end production there, have been hit harder than other non-Chinese makers.