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i20 vs Swift

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Hyundai

i20

i20
Price Range

₹6 lakh – ₹10.68 lakh

Mileage

16 - 20 km/l

Petrol • 15 TrimsOpen model
VS
Maruti Suzuki

Swift

Swift
Price Range

₹5.84 lakh – ₹8.89 lakh

Mileage

25.35 - 26.25 km/l

Petrol / CNG • 17 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Swift takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in lower fuel consumption. While i20 remains a capable contender, Swift offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
i20

83.1 PS

114.7 Nm

Swift

82.9 PS

112.4 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Swift
i20

16 - 20 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Swift Standout

25.35 - 26.25 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Hyundai

i20

Listed items₹3,33,333
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,33,333
Maruti Suzuki

Swift

Listed items₹2,32,558
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,32,558
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹6,700(Swift lower)

Magna Executive

1197 cc • Manual • 16 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹6.75 lakh

VXi

1197 cc • Manual • 25.35 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹6.68 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

i20
Swift
Engine Type
i20:1197 cc
Swift:1197 cc
Max PowerDiffers
i20:83.1 PS
Swift:82.9 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
i20:114.7 Nm
Swift:112.4 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
i20:Manual, CVT
Swift:Manual, AMT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
i20:Petrol
Swift:Petrol, CNG
Claimed MileageDiffers
i20:16 - 20 km/l
Swift:25.35 - 26.25 km/l
i20
Swift
Seating
i20:5 seats
Swift:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
i20:—
Swift:163 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
i20:311 litres
Swift:265 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity
i20:37 litres
Swift:37 litres
Body Type
i20:Hatchback
Swift:Hatchback
i20
Swift
Airbags
i20:6
Swift:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The i20 has a published mileage of 16 - 20 km/l. The Swift has a published mileage of 25.35 - 26.25 km/l.
Using published mileage and stored ownership figures, the calculated running cost is ₹3,33,333 for i20 and ₹2,32,558 for Swift.