If you are planning to buy Maruti Suzuki New Generation Swift, then there is a great opportunity for you. You can get a huge discount of up to Rs 1.28 lakh on buying this car through CSD (Canteen Stores Department). CSD is an undertaking of the Government of India. which provides various products to armed forces personnel, retired soldiers and their families at affordable rates, including cars. The special thing is that those who buy cars from CSD have to pay only 14% tax instead of 28% GST, which can save lakhs of rupees.
Price and savings of new Swift on CSD
If you buy the LXI MT trim of the new Swift from the showroom, its ex-showroom price will be ₹ 6,49,000. But if you buy it from the CSD canteen, then its price will be only ₹ 5,36,134. That is, a direct saving of Rs 1,12,866. Similarly, discounts of up to ₹ 1.28 lakh can be availed on other variants of Swift.
What is CSD and who can buy from here
CSD (Canteen Stores Department) is a sole proprietorship organization of the Government of India under the Ministry of Defense, which provides essential commodities to the people associated with the armed forces at affordable rates. CSD has 34 depots in India, located in major cities like Ahmedabad, Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Kolkata, Bagdogra.
There are some special eligibility conditions to buy a car from CSD. Currently serving armed forces personnel, retired military officers and jawans, widows of martyred military personnel and defense civilian employees can avail this facility.
Great interior and features of the new Swift
The cabin design of the new generation Swift has been completely redesigned. It has rear AC vents, wireless charger, dual charging port and a new 9-inch free-standing infotainment system. Swift’s interior features include new dashboard design, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, auto climate control panel like Baleno and Grand Vitara, rear view camera and new changes in the center console.
Safety features of the new Swift
Maruti has introduced Swift this time with all new safety standards. Now 6 airbags have been given standard for all variants. Its safety features include Hill Hold Control, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Cruise Control, 3-point seatbelts for all seats, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), Brake Assist (BA) and new LED fog lamps.
Engine and mileage of Swift
The new Swift has an all-new Z-series engine, which gives better mileage and strong performance. It gets a 1.2L Z12E 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, which generates 80bhp of power and 112Nm of torque. It also includes mild hybrid technology.
Swift has the option of 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearbox. Talking about mileage, the manual version gives a mileage of 24.80 kmpl and the automatic version gives a mileage of 25.75 kmpl.