Maruti Suzuki Swift : NCAP Global Safety Ratings Guide

Posted on: Jul 14, 2023 | 3 mins | Written by: HDFC ERGO Team

Maruti Suzuki Swift : NCAP Global Safety Ratings Guide

NCAP is the short for New Car Assessment Programme. Known as one of the most well-recognised agencies in the world, Global NCAP determines a vehicle’s safety rating. For the last few years, it has been promoting the importance of safer cars in India. The UK-based agency tests the Indian vehicles and gives them awards in the form of safety ratings. Global NCAP has given the Maruti Swift safety rating, which we will discuss in this blog.

Maruti Swift overview

Launched in 2005, the Maruti Swift is one of the most popular cars in India. Let us take a look at some of the best features of the Maruti Suzuki Swift that make it a crowd

1. Sporty cross mesh grill that comes with a stylish chrome accent

2. A very attractive information display

3. LED projector headlamps with DRLs

4. Available in dual-tone colours

5. Alloy wheels in two tones

6. Driver-oriented and stylishly designed interiors

7. Cruise control

8. ABS with EBD

9. Automatic climate control

Additionally, take a quick look at the Maruti Suzuki Swift's key specifications:

ARAI Mileage	22.56 kilometres per litre, may vary as per variant
Engine type	K series Dual jet
Fuel type	Petrol
Emission Norm Compliance	BS-VI
Body type	Hatchback
Engine displacement	1197 CC
Power	88.50bhp@6000rpm
Seating	5 adults
Dimensions	Length 3845 mm, Width 1735 mm, Height 1530 mm
Boot space	268 litres
Number of cylinders	4
Transmission	Automatic
The capacity of the fuel tank	37 litres
Gear Box	5-Speed

Check out the Maruti Swift prices of different variants:

Maruti Swift Variants	Maruti Swift Price
LXi MT	INR 5,99,000
VXi MT	INR 6,95,000
VXi AMT	INR 7,50,000
ZXi MT	INR 7,63,000
VXi CNG	INR 7,85,000
ZXi AMT	INR 8,18,000
ZXi+ MT	INR 8,34,000
ZXi CNG	INR 8,53,000
ZXi+ AMT	INR 8,89,000

Note: These are ex-showroom prices from Delhi, which may vary as applicable.

Global NCAP testing and criteria

Global NCAP testing parameters comprise inspections of frontal & side impact protection, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), pedestrian protection as well as side impact pole protection assessment. All in all, the agency evaluates the vehicle’s crashworthiness and protection.

Maruti Swift safety features

Listed below are some of the safety and security features that come with the Maruti Suzuki Swift:

1. DUAL FRONT AIRBAGS

For the safety of the driver and co-driver in case of an accident

2. ABS WITH EBD

Don't let the wheels lock during sudden braking

3. SEATBELT REMINDER

Reminds the driver and co-driver to not miss wearing seatbelts

4. HILL HOLD

This feature helps prevent the car from rolling backwards when on an incline

5. ESC

ESC stands for Electronic Stability Control. It maintains the vehicle’s stability when there are sudden movements

6. SPEED LIMIT ALERT

If the pre-set speed limit is crossed, an alert is sounded

7. CENTRAL LOCKING

Securely locks all doors

8. ENGINE IMMOBILISER

Prevents all kinds of unauthorised access

9. ISOFIX ANCHORS

Help in attaching child seats to the car securely

Maruti Swift NCAP rating

It is important to explore the Maruti Swift safety rating, especially considering its widespread popularity. The rating is given in two categories, adult and child protection. Let’s check in detail.

Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) Rating for Maruti Swift

The Swift scored a 1-star safety, where it bagged a total of 19.19 points out of 34. During the frontal offset crash test, the car’s structure was found to be unstable. It was also assessed that:

1. The driver’s and the passenger’s chest areas were at high risk of injury

2. The seatbelt pre-tensioners and load limiters were not functioning properly

3. The driver’s and the passenger’s knees showed marginal protection

In the side impact crash test, while there was good protection of the head, pelvis and abdomen, the chest protection was assessed as poor.

Child Occupant Protection (COP) Rating for Maruti Swift

In the child occupant crash tests, the Swift again scored a 1-star safety, where it gathered a score of 16.68 points out of 49. The test was conducted on dummies of an 18-month and a 3-year-old, seated in forward-facing child seats on the rear seats. While there was poor chest and head protection for the 18-month, in the case of the 3-year-old, the seats could prevent forward movements and thus provided good protection to the head and chest.

Frequently asked questions

1) Which is the most popular Maruti Suzuki car in India?

As of the latest reports, Swift is the most popular Maruti Suzuki car in India.

2) Which Maruti Suzuki car is the safest?

Currently, the Brezza and the Ertiga are the safest Maruti Suzuki cars with a safety rating of 4 stars and 3 stars, respectively.

3) How many airbags does the new Maruti Suzuki Swift have?

All the variants of the new Maruti Suzuki Swift come with six airbags.

CONCLUSION

Making sure that you have the safest car features is your prime responsibility as a car owner. When you use your car to drive with your loved ones, especially your children, safety should be paramount.

Even if a car has a good safety rating, having car insurance for your vehicle is necessary. It will protect yourself financially against any unfortunate incidents leading to damage to the car or third-party injuries. Car insurance will be an added safety.

It is always good to buy a comprehensive insurance policy as the scope of a standalone third-party car insurance policy is limited. Also, make sure that you renew your Maruti car insurance timely so that there is no break in the coverage.

Disclaimer: The above information is for illustrative purposes only. For more details, please refer to the policy wordings and prospectus before concluding the sales.

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