Maruti Suzuki launches S-CNG variant of the Epic New Swift

New Delhi: Country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki on Thursday launched the S-CNG variant of the Epic New Swift at a starting price of Rs 8.19 lakh (ex-showroom).

The company claimed that the new car offers a fuel-efficiency of 32.85 km/kg.

"Powered by our all-new Z-series engine, it delivers remarkable fuel-efficiency of 32.85 km/kg, more than a 6% improvement over its predecessor, without compromising the exhilarating drive that Swift enthusiasts love," said Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki.

Banerjee noted that Maruti Suzuki had pioneered the production of CNG vehicles in India back in 2010 and currently offers the widest range of 14 S-CNG powered vehicles across all body styles.

"Last fiscal year, our CNG sales in the passenger vehicle category witnessed a 46.8% growth compared to financial year 2022-23 and registered a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of around 28% since 2010,” he added.

In a media statement, Maruti Suzuki said that the Epic New Swift S-CNG can also be owned through Maruti Suzuki Subscribe at an all-inclusive monthly subscription fee starting from Rs 21,628.