Maruti Swift: VXi 1.2 Petrol MT vs ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT
The ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹94,000 more than the VXi 1.2 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 85% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.
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You pay extra
₹94,000
₹6,67,900 → ₹7,61,900
Features are worth
₹79,900
10 gained
Equipment covers
85%
of what the variant costs extra
ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹94,000 more than VXi 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 10 features we value at ₹79,900, roughly 85% 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
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹57,800 · 8 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹22,100 · 2 features
Most of it — ₹57,800 of the ₹79,900 this variant adds — is equipment that only comes from the factory, led by Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs and Automatic Climate Control. If you want it, a dearer variant is the only way to get it.
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
13 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | VXi 1.2 Petrol MT | ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | No | Yes | +₹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. | Yes | No | — |
| Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls. | No | Yes | +₹5,100 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control. | No | Yes | +₹10,200 |
| 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. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| Rear AC VentsDedicated air-con vents for rear passengers. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach. | No | Yes | +₹3,400 |
| 60:40 Split Rear SeatRear bench folds in two sections for mixed load and passengers. | No | Yes | +₹4,250 |
| 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. | Yes | No | — |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| Wireless Phone ChargerA Qi wireless charging pad built into the console. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| 15-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory alloy wheels in place of steel rims with covers.Up from Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹16,150 |
| Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsFull-LED headlamp units with integrated LED daytime running lights. | No | Yes | +₹20,400 |
| Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels.Counted in 15-Inch Alloy Wheels, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Net feature value | 10 gained | ₹79,900 | |
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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Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washeradded
replaces Rear Defogger — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Automatic Climate Controladded
ours₹Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Startadded
replaces Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Wireless Phone Chargeradded
ours₹15-Inch Alloy Wheelsadded
replaces Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsadded
ours₹Rear AC Ventsadded
ours₹Height-Adjustable Driver's Seatadded
ours₹60:40 Split Rear Seatadded
ours₹Automatic Headlampsadded
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On our figures
₹79,900 of equipment against ₹94,000 — 85% of the variant
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VXi to ZXi on all 4 powertrains
Maruti Suzuki sells this upgrade on 4 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. The upgrade costs ₹94,000 on every one.
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual (this page) | ₹94,000 | ₹79,900 | 85%Fair upgrade |
| Petrol AMT | ₹94,000 | ₹79,900 | 85%Fair upgrade |
| CNG manual | ₹94,000 | ₹79,900 | 85%Fair upgrade |
| CNG AGS | ₹94,000 | ₹79,900 | 85%Fair upgrade |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,05,449 more on the road than VXi 1.2 Petrol MT, against ₹94,000 ex-showroom. ₹11,449 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
VXi 1.2 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹6,67,900
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹51,955
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹33,395
- 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
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹7,61,900
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹58,704
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹38,095
- 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
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 VXi 1.2 Petrol MT and ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT?
- ₹94,000 ex-showroom — VXi 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹6,67,900 and ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹7,61,900.
- Is the Maruti Swift ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the VXi 1.2 Petrol MT?
- ZXi 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹94,000 more than VXi 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 10 features we value at ₹79,900, roughly 85% 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 VXi 1.2 Petrol MT doesn't have?
- 10 features, led by Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs, 15-Inch Alloy Wheels, Automatic Climate Control. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.