New 2012 Swift Dzire Gallery

The new Dzire also gets a four-speed automatic transmission on the petrol model.

Rear-seat comfort is decent but the backrest is a tad too reclined

Two engine options – an 86bhp, 1.2-litre petrol and 74bhp, 1.3-litre diesel.

New Dzire is 165mm shorter than the current saloon.

The front gets a slatted grille while the bumper features a wider air dam and larger enclosures for the fog lights.

This sub-four-metre saloon now enjoys excise benefits

Cabin design is identical to the Swift’s though the use of beige plastics on the lower portion of the dashboard and door pads enhance the ambience inside.

At 316-litres, the new Dzire's boot is a whole size down on the old car.