Maruti Swift: LXi 1.2 Petrol MT vs ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT

The ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹2,45,000 more than the LXi 1.2 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 61% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.

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The verdict

LXi 1.2 Petrol MT → ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT

Fair upgrade

You pay extra

₹2,45,000

₹5,83,900 → ₹8,28,900

Features are worth

₹1,50,450

20 gained

Equipment covers

61%

of what the variant costs extra

ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹2,45,000 more than LXi 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 20 features we value at ₹1,50,450, roughly 61% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.

We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.

*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026

What the extra equipment is

Factory-only or fit it later

Only from the factory
₹73,950 · 11 features
Could be fitted later
₹76,500 · 9 features

Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.

Maruti Swift — manufacturer photograph
Photograph: Maruti Suzuki. Shows the Maruti Swift, not either trim specifically — the table below is what separates them.
Where the money goes

Feature-by-feature valuation

22 of 77 features differ between these trims.

FeatureLXi 1.2 Petrol MTZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MTValue
Safety & driver assistance
Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility.Up from Rear Defogger — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value.NoYes+₹2,550
Rear DefoggerHeated rear screen, without the rear wiper and washer. The tier below defogger-and-wiper.Counted in Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washer, which replaces it.YesNo—
Day/Night Inside MirrorManually flipped anti-glare inside rear-view mirror. The tier below the auto-dimming mirror.NoYes+₹1,700
Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls.NoYes+₹5,100
Comfort & convenience
Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control.NoYes+₹10,200
Cruise ControlElectronic highway speed control for relaxed long-distance cruising.NoYes+₹8,500
Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value.NoYes+₹5,950
Rear AC VentsDedicated air-con vents for rear passengers.NoYes+₹5,950
Steering-Mounted ControlsAudio and phone controls on the steering wheel. Cruise control buttons are priced with cruise control.NoYes+₹3,400
Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach.NoYes+₹3,400
Electrically Adjustable ORVMsWing mirrors adjust from a switch inside the cabin.NoYes+₹4,250
Auto-Folding ORVMsWing mirrors fold in automatically when the car is locked.NoYes+₹5,100
60:40 Split Rear SeatRear bench folds in two sections for mixed load and passengers.NoYes+₹4,250
Ambient Cabin LightingInterior accent lighting across the dashboard and doors.NoYes+₹5,950
Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it.YesNo—
Leather-Wrapped Steering WheelLeather or leatherette covering on the steering wheel, and usually the gear lever too, rather than plastic. A wrapped gear knob on its own does not count.NoYes+₹3,400
Infotainment & connectivity
Wireless Phone ChargerA Qi wireless charging pad built into the console.NoYes+₹5,950
9-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentMid-size touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, wired or wireless.NoYes+₹25,500
Wireless Android AutoThe factory touchscreen runs Android Auto without a cable — built into the head unit, or through a wired-to-wireless adapter the manufacturer supplies as standard. Most cars that have it pair Apple CarPlay wirelessly too, but this entry asks only about Android Auto. Wired-only Android Auto does not count.NoYes+₹2,550
Exterior & wheels
15-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory alloy wheels in place of steel rims with covers.NoYes+₹18,700
Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsFull-LED headlamp units with integrated LED daytime running lights.NoYes+₹20,400
LED Fog LampsDedicated low-mount LED fog lamps for adverse weather.NoYes+₹7,650
Net feature value20 gained₹1,50,450

Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.

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On our figures

₹1,50,450 of equipment against ₹2,45,000 — 61% of the variant

Fair upgrade

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What you actually pay

On-road price, side by side

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In Delhi, ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹2,94,358 more on the road than LXi 1.2 Petrol MT, against ₹2,45,000 ex-showroom. ₹49,358 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.

Drive-away cost

LXi 1.2 Petrol MT

petrol · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹5,83,900
RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹2,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹26,407
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹29,195
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹6,42,602
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Drive-away cost

ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT

petrol · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹8,28,900
RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹63,515
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹41,445
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹9,36,960
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Common questions

What is the price difference between the Maruti Swift LXi 1.2 Petrol MT and ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT?
₹2,45,000 ex-showroom — LXi 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹5,83,900 and ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹8,28,900.
Is the Maruti Swift ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the LXi 1.2 Petrol MT?
ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹2,45,000 more than LXi 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 20 features we value at ₹1,50,450, roughly 61% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
What do you actually get on the ZXi+ 1.2 Petrol MT that the LXi 1.2 Petrol MT doesn't have?
20 features, led by 9-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs, 15-Inch Alloy Wheels. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.