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  • Suzuki reveals a new Swift model. Details here!

    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport 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

    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport

    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.

    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport

    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.

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    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.

    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport 2018 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2018 Suzuki Swift Sport

    Source: Suzuki 

  • Suzuki Has Upgrades For 2014 Swift

    2014-Suzuki-Swift-SZ4-Facelift-THUMB2014 Suzuki Swift is one of Suzuki’s world strategic models. It has great styling, exceptional safety for its class, delivers excelent driving performance, handling and low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. It is driven by 1.2 litre engine with Dual Variable intake and exhaust Valve Timing, which produces 94 hp (70 kW) at 6,000rpm with a torque figure of 118 Nm (87 lb-ft) at 4,800rpm. Swift is available in four specification grades: SZ2, SZ3, SZ4 and Sport. They are powered by the 1.6-litre engine.

    Next to the seven airbags and ESP as standard, SZ2 adds for 2014 front passenger airbag deactivation facility, electric front windows, remote central door locking with deadlocks, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, MP3 / WMA compatible CD tuner with USB port and steering wheel mounted audio controls. The SZ3 goes over the SZ2 and adds air conditioning, 16-inch alloy wheels, integrated audio unit and bluetooth connectivity with music streaming facility.

    The changes for the 2014 also include added LED Daytime Running Lights and front fog lights. A gear shift indicator has now been added to help aid fuel efficiency as well as Tyre Pressure Monitor System.

    Upgrades for the SZ4 include navigation and DAB digital radio as standard. The model has been already equipped with automatic air conditioning, electric rear windows, rear privacy glass, push button keyless start, automatic headlamps, cruise control and heated mirrors with integrated turn indicators. New is also the Amethyst Grey Pearl Metallic paint finish.

    The flagship Suzuki Swift Sport model offers a bespoke exhaust system with twin tailpipes, one on each side of the rear diffuser. It is powered by an M16A engine that has a variable intake system and an optimised intake Variable Valve Timing. The latter increases valve lift. The maximum output is rated at the impressive 100 kW (136 hp), while the maximum torque is 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) at an engine speed of 4,400 rpm.

    Source: Suzuki

  • 2012 Suzuki Swift Sport – Best Hot Hatchback

    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.

    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport

    Source: Suzuki

  • 2012 Suzuki Swift Sport Price – £13 500

    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
    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
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport

    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
    Remote fuel lid opener
    Side impact protection beams
    Visible VIN
    Freewheeling key cylinders
    Deadlocks
    Flat tyre repair system (in place of spare wheel)

    NEW SWIFT SPORT 1.6 VVT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

    ENGINE
    Engine type M16A with VVT
    No. of cylinders 4
    No. of valves 16
    Fuel distribution Multipoint injection
    EU emission standard compliance Euro 5
    Bore x stroke (mm) 78.0 x 83.0
    Capacity (cc) 1,586
    Compression ratio 11.0:1
    Max output (kW/hp @ rpm) 100/136 @ 7,000
    Max torque (Nm/lbft @ rpm) 160/118 @ 4,400
    TRANSMISSION
    Type 6-speed manual
    Gear ratios 1st 3.615
    2nd 2.047
    3rd 1.518
    4th 1.156
    5th 0.918
    6th 0.794
    Reverse 3.481
    Final drive 3.944
    CHASSIS
    Brakes – front Ventilated discs
    Brakes – rear Discs
    Suspension – front MacPherson strut & coil springs
    Suspension – rear Torsion beam & coil springs
    Steering Rack and pinion
    Turning circle (m) 10.4
    Tyre size 195/45R17
    WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
    Kerb weight kg 1,045
    Gross vehicle weight kg 1,480
    Towing capacity – braked kg 1,000
    Towing capacity – unbraked kg 400
    Overall length – mm 3,890
    Overall width – mm 1,695
    Overall height – mm 1,510
    Wheelbase – mm 2,430
    Track Front – mm 1,470
    Track Rear – mm 1,475
    Ground clearance – mm 130
    Seats 4
    Luggage capacity – rear seatback raised (l) 211
    Luggage capacity – rear seatback folded (l) 512
    Fuel tank capacity (l) 42
    PERFORMANCE & ECONOMY
    Urban cycle mpg (l/100 km) 33.6 (8.4)
    Extra urban mpg (l/100 km) 54.3 (5.2)
    Combined  mpg (l/100 km) 44.1 (6.4)
    CO2 emissions (g/km) 147
    Max. speed (mph) 121
    Acceleration 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) secs 8.7

    Source: Suzuki

  • 2012 Suzuki Swift Sport ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show

    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport will be exhibited at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

    The small hatchback is powered by a 1.6 liter M16A engine developed exclusively for the Swift Sport. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox boasting nice performance that is both exciting and environmentally responsible. The four-cylinder delivers 136 PS (100 kW) and 160Nm (118 lb-ft).

    The new Swift Sport offers superior cornering stability and brisker, more responsive handling thanks to struts with internal rebound springs and an exclusive rear-suspension design.

    High levels of safety are assured by features such as a light, stiff, impact-absorbing body, 7 airbags including curtain airbags and a driver’s knee airbag; and ESP (Electronic Stability Program).

    The new Swift Sport will hit the market later this year. Stay tuned for more information and price list.

    Check out the specification, below!

    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport FrontSide
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport FrontSide

    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport Specification:

    • Overall length 3,890mm
    • Overall width 1,695mm
    • Overall height 1,510mm
    • Wheelbase 2,430mm
    • Treads Front 1,470mm
    • Rear 1,475mm
    • Piston displacement 1,586cm³
    • Maximum output 100kw/6,900rpm *²
    • Maximum torque 160N-m/4,400rpm *²

    *¹ The show will be open to the press on 13 and 14 September. It will be open to the general public from 15 to 25 September. The Suzuki stand will be located in hall 3.1, stand no A07.

    *² The data is provisional pending the results of homologation procedures.

    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport
    2012 Suzuki Swift Sport

    Source: Suzuki