Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Hyundai i20 - Which One Should You Buy

Maruti Suzuki Swift vs Hyundai i20 Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Maruti Suzuki Swift and Hyundai i20 Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Maruti Suzuki Swift

5.79 Lakh

Hyundai i20

6.87 Lakh

Pros & Cons

Maruti Suzuki Swift

  • Fuel efficiency at 24.8 kmpl (petrol) and 32.8 km/kg (CNG) keeps costs low—real-world tests prove it’s a wallet-saver in a fuel-pricey era.
  • Design pops with bold grille, LED lights, and nine vibrant colors—dual-tone options give it flair over boxy peers like S-Presso.
  • Affordable entry at ₹6.49 lakh paired with Maruti’s vast service network—reliability and reach trump pricier options like Altroz.

Hyundai i20

  • Premium Interior & Features – Best in segment for tech & cabin feel.
  • Refined & Smooth Drive – The petrol engine is silent and effortless to drive.
  • Six Airbags Standard – Now safer than before.
Engine and Performance

The Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi is powered by a z12e engine producing a maximum power of 80.46bhp@5700rpm and maximum torque of 111.7Nm@4300rpm. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive is powered by a 1.2 l kappa engine producing a maximum power of 82bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 114.7Nm@4200rpm.

Max Power
80.46bhp@5700rpm
82bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
111.7Nm@4300rpm
114.7Nm@4200rpm
Displacement
1197 cc
1197 cc
No. of Cylinders
3
4
Battery Saver
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Fuel Specifications
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Dimensions and Design

The Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi has a height of 1520 mm, length measures 3860 mm, width is 1735 mm. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive has a height of 1505 mm, length measures 3995 mm, width is 1775 mm.

Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Gross Weight
1355 kg
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Ground Clearance
163 mm
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Height
1520 mm
1505 mm
Kerb Weight
920
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Interior Specifications

The Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi offers a boot space of 265 Litres. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive offers a boot space of 311 Litres.

Boot Space
265 Litres
311 Litres
No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi runs on tyres sized 165/80 R14. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive offers wheel and tyre features such as Wheel Covers. Hyundai i20 Magna Executive runs on tyres sized 185/65 R15.

Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
165/80 R14
185/65 R15
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheel Covers
Wheel Size
14 Inch
14 Inch
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Ventilated Disc at the front and Drum at the rear. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Shock Absorbers Type
-
Gas Type
Safety Features

The Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more.

Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
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Anti Theft Alarm
Anti Theft Device
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Central Locking
Interior Features

The Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The Hyundai i20 Magna Executive includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
Driver Side Foot Rest
Sunglass holder,Rear parcel tray
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi offers Adjustable Headrest, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, and and many more. For comfort, the Hyundai i20 Magna Executive offers Adjustable Headrest, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Adjustable Headlamps
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Height only
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Air Conditioner
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Hyundai i20 Magna Executive offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Voice Commands, Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, and and many more.

Android Auto
Antenna
Micropole
Shark Fin
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Google Alexa Connectivity
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Maruti Suzuki Swift
Maruti Suzuki Swift

LXi

5.79 Lakh

Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20

Magna Executive

6.87 Lakh