The new Suzuki Swift hits the road in South Africa

By Siyanda Hlatshwayo
Category: Motoring + Lifestyle

Suzuki recently launched the new generation of the Swift in South Africa, continuing its reputation for affordability, efficiency, and practicality in a stylish, updated package. The new Swift arrives with three trim levels: GL, GL+, and the top-end GLX, offering a variety of features across each to cater to different preferences.

Having the privilege to go on a experiential driving expedition of this new beast, the new Suzuki Swift’s driving experience along the scenic routes from Hazendal Wine Estate to Franschoek and into Stellenbosch offers a blend of responsive handling and comfort, ideal for the winding roads and varied terrain in this area.

This is what you should know about this new Suzuki Swift, about the features and the latest technology that comes with the new Swift, among other include the Apple CarPlay as well as Android Auto for seamless navigation into cruising in style.

The new Suzuki Swift is well positioned for a descent market price, as compared to the rivals in the market, making it the ideal purchase for things like fuel consumption and the latest features included in this model.

Over the years, Suzuki Auto SA has saw three generations of Swift model – the 3^rd generation model has witness sales of over 66 400 units sold in the market and counting, between the year 2018-2024, and now with the new model, it is set to exceed boundaries in the motor industry.

Some of the features you should know of the new Suzuki Swift that recently launched in South Africa:

Pricing

Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL (Manual) – R219,900
Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL+ (Manual) – R239,900
Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL+ (CVT) – R259,900
Suzuki Swift 1.2 GLX (Manual) – R264,900
Suzuki Swift 1.2 GLX (CVT) – R284,900

Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL (Base Model)

Safety: Six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Hill-Hold Control, emergency brake assist, and ISOFIX child seat mounts.
Comfort and Convenience: Electric windows, 14-inch steel wheels with covers, a multi-information display, manually adjustable side mirrors, height-adjustable driver’s seat, and manual air conditioning.
Interior: 60/40 split-folding rear bench, basic infotainment display.

Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL+ (Mid-Level)

Additional Features: 15-inch alloy wheels, 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, multifunction steering wheel, and rearview camera.
Transmission Options: Available in both 5-speed manual and CVT.

Suzuki Swift 1.2 GLX (Top Model)

Enhanced Comfort: Automatic LED headlights with daytime running lights, LED fog lamps, and automatically closing mirrors.
Infotainment and Controls: Upgraded to a 9-inch infotainment system, leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise control, tweeters for improved sound quality.
Climate Control: Fully automatic air conditioning.
Additional: Paddle shifters for the CVT variant.

Performance and Engine

All trims come with a 1.2-liter, three-cylinder petrol engine producing 60kW and 112Nm of torque, available with either a 5-speed manual or CVT. The updated engine features a new multi-point fuel injection system aimed at improved fuel efficiency compared to the previous model, with an estimated consumption of around 4.9L/100km

Warranty and Service Plan

Each new Swift model comes with:

A 5-year/200,000 km warranty
A 2-year/30,000 km service plan

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