Re: Suzuki's New Premium Hatchback Baleno Now Launched!
Just one reason - Space. The Baleno has lots of it and the Swift lacks here.
I agree with the other points you mentioned. Swift has a cult following, like Bullet/Royal Enfield motorcycles (though Swift is very new as compared to RE, but still). Baleno would have to struggle in the market for 3-4 years with good sales figures to develop a fan base for itself.
I thought because of the Baleno, the sales of the Swift will be cannibalized. But in actual scenario it is not happening. what are the reasons,1. long waiting period 2. no nexa available in tier 2 cities. postives to swift 1. May be swift did not lose its cult image. 2. still looks something different 3. Better handling, dynamics and good pick-up over the baleno. if not all these why a customer would go for a swift over the Baleno?
I agree with the other points you mentioned. Swift has a cult following, like Bullet/Royal Enfield motorcycles (though Swift is very new as compared to RE, but still). Baleno would have to struggle in the market for 3-4 years with good sales figures to develop a fan base for itself.