New-Gen Maruti Swift & Dzire to Get SHVS Hybrid System

The SHVS system with a larger capacity battery, integrated starter generator (ISG) and start-stop technology that work in conjunction to improve a vehicle's fuel efficiency. The SHVS system, incorporated with ISG, offers engine power assistance through motor when required, and achieves efficient power regeneration. The system basically stops the engine at a traffic light and start upon releasing the clutch, which ultimately results into less fuel consumption.

Though the technology will be imported to India, subsidy of Rs. 12,000 - Rs. 13,000 under the government's new policy FAME and lower excise duty of 12.5 per cent will offer the high cost, and will allow the company to price SHVS versions aggressively.

Expected to be priced around Rs. 35,000 - Rs. 40,000 more than the regular diesel model, the Ciaz is expected to return over 28km/l of mileage.