Maruti Launches CNG Automatics Across Swift, Dzire, Baleno
Maruti Launches CNG Automatics Across Swift, Dzire, Baleno
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Maruti Suzuki is the second manufacturer in India to offer an AMT with a factory-fitted CNG powertrain; Tata Motors introduced the combination first on select models.
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The Swift CNG AMT retains the fourth-generation Swift’s equipment package, including six airbags, electronic stability control, hill-hold assist, automatic climate control, rear air-conditioning vents, wireless charging and Suzuki Connect.
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The Baleno’s broader updated range includes features such as a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS functions including blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert and safe-exit warning.
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The Dzire CNG AMT is a transmission-only update: Maruti has not changed the sedan’s design, engine hardware, cabin or equipment list. Its standard safety specification includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, brake assist, electronic stability control, hill-hold assist and ISOFIX mounts.
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The Dzire continues to be listed with a five-star Global NCAP safety rating, adding an important safety credential to the CNG-AMT variant’s unchanged package.
Maruti Suzuki has expanded its automatic CNG lineup across three popular models — the Swift, Dzire, and Baleno — bringing five-speed AMT transmission to its factory-fitted CNG engines Auto India Daily. Introductory prices start at Rs 7.92 lakh for the Swift CNG AMT, Rs 8.32 lakh for the Baleno CNG AMT, and Rs 8.53 lakh for the Dzire CNG AMT, all ex-showroom AutoCar Pro. The move positions Maruti as the second manufacturer in India to offer this combination, following Tata Motors' earlier entry into the segment.
All three models share Maruti's 1.2-litre, three-cylinder engine producing roughly 69-70 horsepower and 102 Newton-meters of torque in CNG mode Zee Biz. Claimed efficiency ranges from 33.73 kilometers per kilogram to 36.47 kilometers per kilogram depending on the model, with the Dzire CNG AMT topping the list as India's most fuel-efficient automatic sedan Zee Biz.
Swift and Dzire Bring Automation to CNG Buyers
The Swift CNG AMT retains the fourth-generation Swift's full equipment package, including six airbags, electronic stability control, hill-hold assist, automatic climate control, and wireless charging Auto India Daily. Maruti offers the Swift AMT across multiple mid- and high-level trims, giving buyers flexibility in choosing their preferred feature set.
The Dzire CNG AMT is a transmission-only update with no changes to the sedan's design, engine, cabin, or feature list Auto India Daily. Safety equipment includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, brake assist, electronic stability control, hill-hold assist, and ISOFIX mounts. The Dzire maintains its five-star Global NCAP safety rating, a major selling point for buyers prioritizing crash protection.
Baleno Gets Modern Tech With Automatic CNG Option
The Baleno's updated range includes a new 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS functions AutoCar Pro. Blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe-exit warning features come standard on higher trims. The Baleno CNG AMT is available in Delta and Zeta variants, targeting buyers who want modern convenience alongside CNG's low running costs.
Limited Luggage Space Remains a Tradeoff
All three models retain boot-mounted single CNG tanks and spare wheels, which limits luggage space compared to dual-cylinder alternatives available on some competitor vehicles The Daily Jagran. This design choice keeps production costs down and simplifies installation but means buyers sacrifice cargo flexibility for fuel economy benefits. The tradeoff reflects Maruti's focus on affordability and mass-market appeal rather than premium positioning Rush Lane.
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