Suzuki Motor Corporation unveils the new Swift Sport, created especially for the European market. Based on previous experience with the same and similar models, this guy comes with extremely light weight construction and massive power output.
As part of the standard equipment there are included sporty interior trimming with special seats and vivid colors, revised dashboard and console areas, six airbags, auto air conditioning, satellite navigation, leather steering wheel, DAB radio and LED daytime running lights. Sweet.
Drivetrain system
The new Swift model features a well-known 1.4-liter Boosterjet turbocharged power unit and produces a total of 140hp and 230Nm of torque. This results on agile and quick response and also some confident road behavior. In terms of speed it is pretty quick – it sprints from 0 to 100km/h in mere 8.1 seconds and chases a maximum speed of 234km/h.
Furthermore, Suzuki’s flagship is geared with advanced engineering solutions that make the difference. For example, there is optimized roll rigidity, reduced suspension roll angles and better shock absorbers installed. Also, there is a special braking system featuring 285mm discs in diameter and calipers in diameter of 123.5mm.
The team hasn’t forgotten to include some advanced safety and utility systems – there is this advanced detection system that supports many safety technologies, among which is the Dual Sensor Brake Support that determines risks of collision and activates audio and visual warning. There is also new kind of Lane departure warning gadget that informs driver for departing the line via vibrating and lightning indicators.
Suzuki Swift Sport has been named Best Hot Hatchback at the Carbuyer.co.uk Awards. The small performance car was comprehensively judged by the editorial team and was the clear winner against some strong competition. 2012 Swift Sport managed to score 5 out of a possible 5 overall with the judges all agreeing that the new model combines agile handling, sparkling performance and an affordable price in perfect quantities.
The new Swift Sport is powered by a 1.6 liter VVT engine with 136PS (100 kW) and 160Nm (118 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h in 8.7 seconds and a top speed of 195 km/h (121 mph). The fuel economy is 6.4 l /100 km with 147 g/km CO2. The engine is mated to a new 6-speed manual gearbox. Furthermore, the car is in Insurance Group 19, which down four groups over previous Sport model.
2012 Suzuki Swift Sport is priced from £13 499. It comes with a very high standard equipment specification including 7 airbags, auto air conditioning, cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity and USB port, rear privacy glass, 17“ alloy wheels – as well as metallic paint finish. HID Projector headlamps for both low and high beam are also fitted as standard.
“We are of course really pleased with our award from Carbuyer.co.uk which reinforces the message to our customers that Suzuki offers a great value and fun to drive new Swift Sport with higher standard specification, lower emissions and even better fuel consumption than before”, said Dale Wyatt, Sales and Marketing Director, Suzuki GB PLC.
Suzuki has announced the new 2012 Swift Sport, which is the flagship of the model. It comes with high level equipment, tuned steering, braking and suspension. The new Swift Sport offers better handling, driving performance, environmental compatibility and an uncompromising focus on quality. Overall, it offers a rewarding experience of Suzuki’s sporting DNA.
The exterior boasts a complete aerodynamics package with improved airflow. The car also has a High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with a metallic-grey coating as well as new design rear lamps.
The interior is also focused in sport. It features sport seats in an exclusive fabric and a five-dial meter cluster.
The suspension boasts greater toe and camber rigidity for the torsion beam, greater lateral rigidity in the torsion-beam bushings and larger rear wheel bearings. All this improvements enhance stability at the rear under hard cornering. The springs are also revised as well as the steering-gearbox member and suspension-frame member.
2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
The small car is powered by a new M16A petrol engine featuring VVT and increased valve lift. The result is 136PS (100 kW) and 160Nm (118 lb-ft) of torque. The fuel economy is superb – 6.4 liters per 100 km on combined cycle with emissions of 147 g/km CO2. The engine is mated to a newly developed 6-speed manual gearbox.
The safety is at high level, too. It includes seven airbags and ESP (Electronic Stability Program) as standard.
2012 Swift Sport is available in five metallic / pearlescent colours which are as follows:
Silky Silver metallic
Kashmir Blue Pearl metallic
Cosmic Black Pearl metallic
Cool White pearl metallic
Ablaze Red Pearl metallic
In line with other models in the Suzuki range, new Swift Sport models are covered by a three-year/60 000-mile new vehicle warranty. Service intervals are every 9 000 miles. 2012 Suzuki Swift Sport is priced at £13 500 OTR.
2012 Suzuki Swift Sport Equipment List:
COMFORT
Electric windows with drivers side auto-down
Heated electric and folding door mirrors
Remote central door locking
Keyless entry and push button start
Front Sport seats
Automatic Air Conditioning
Pollen filter
MP3 / WMA compatible Radio/CD with USB port + 6 speakers
Bluetooth integrated audio unit with voice activation and music streaming facility
Audio controls on steering wheel
Cruise control
Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel
Tinted glass
Rear privacy glass
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Lights-on/key-in reminder
Digital clock
Outside temperature display
Fuel consumption display (average / instantaneous / tank range
Driver’s seat belt warning lamp & alarm
Door ajar warning lamp
INTERIOR
Boot light (2 positions)
Sun visor/vanity mirror (both sides)
Front map light
Centre console storage
Cup holders x 3
Front seat height adjuster (driver’s side)
60/40 split rear seat backs
Accessory socket
EXTERIOR
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with headlamp washers
Automatic headlamp levelling
2 speed & intermittent windscreen wipers
Rear wash/wipe with intermittent facility
17” Alloy wheels
Black coloured A & B pillars
Body coloured door mirrors & handles
Electromagnetic tailgate opener
Body coloured side sill covers
Body coloured Tailgate mounted rear roof spoiler
Front fog lamps
Towing eye
SAFETY & SECURITY
Driver and front passenger airbags
Side curtain airbags
Curtain Shield Airbags
Drivers knee airbag
Front passenger airbag deactivation system
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
ABS with EBD
Automatic headlamps
3-point ELR seatbelts for all seats
ISOFIX child seat restraint system with top tether anchors