Grand i10 Nios vs Swift: AMT City Car Battle (8-10L) | Compare
Published: December 24, 2024 at 11:24 AM
Updated: January 23, 2025 at 07:54 AM
Hyundai's feature-rich Grand i10 Nios Asta AMT at Rs 8,56,300 meets Maruti's efficient Swift ZXi AMT at Rs 8,79,500.
Target Buyer Profile
- City-focused drivers
- Values automatic ease
- Prioritizes fuel economy
- Needs compact size
- Requires modern features
- Considers running costs
- Values reliability
Key Considerations
Key Strengths Breakdown
Grand i10 Nios Asta AMT
1. Price Lead: Rs 23,200 lower
2. Screen Size: 8-inch display
3. Power Edge: 81.80bhp output
4. Premium Feel: Better features
5. Extra Kit: Wireless charging
Swift ZXi AMT
1. Efficiency Win: 25.75 kmpl
2. Size Lead: 1735mm width
3. Space Edge: 265L boot
4. Light Tech: LED headlamps
5. Brand Trust: Maruti network
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Technical Analysis
Performance Metrics
Engine & Performance Specifications:
Engine Capacity:
Hyundai Nios: 1.2L (81.80bhp)
Maruti Swift: 1.2L (80.46bhp)
Advantage: Nios with 1.7% higher power output
Torque Output:
Hyundai Nios: 113.8Nm@4000rpm
Maruti Swift: 111.7Nm@4300rpm
Advantage: Nios with 1.9% higher torque
Efficiency & Cost:
Fuel Economy:
Hyundai Nios: 16 kmpl
Maruti Swift: 25.75 kmpl
Advantage: Swift with 60.9% better efficiency
Price Point:
Hyundai Nios: Rs 8,56,300
Maruti Swift: Rs 8,79,500
Advantage: Nios costs 2.6% less
Dimensional Measurements:
Overall Length:
Hyundai Nios: 3815mm
Maruti Swift: 3860mm
Difference: Swift is 45mm longer
Overall Width:
Hyundai Nios: 1680mm
Maruti Swift: 1735mm
Difference: Swift is 55mm wider
Vehicle Height:
Both models: 1520mm
No difference between models
Wheelbase:
Both models: 2450mm
No difference between models
Cargo Capacity:
Hyundai Nios: 260L
Maruti Swift: 265L
Difference: Swift offers 5L more boot space
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Real-World Experience
Design & Features
Nios:
- Modern styling
- Premium interior
- Larger screen
- Wireless charging
- Cruise control
Swift:
- Sporty design
- LED lighting
- 7-inch display
- Auto headlamps
- Voice assist
Dynamics & Comfort
- Nios: Smoother ride
- Swift: Sporty handling
- Nios: Better NVH
- Swift: Better dynamics
- Both: AMT convenience
Value Proposition
- Nios (Rs 8,56,300): Features & comfort
- Swift (Rs 8,79,500): Efficiency & dynamics
Verdict
The Nios delivers better features and comfort, while the Swift offers superior efficiency and dynamics.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Gallery
1 / 5
Maruti Suzuki Swift Gallery
1 / 5
Recommendation
Choose the Nios if:
- Premium features wanted
- Lower price important
- Comfort ride preferred
- Larger screen needed
- Better build valued
Choose the Swift if:
- Fuel economy crucial
- Sporty drive wanted
- Service network priority
- Better resale valued
- LED lights needed