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Suzuki Swift

(2017 - present)

    Summary


    The Suzuki Swift is a supermini-class small hatchback. The current model was launched in the UK in 2017. There is a performance model called the Swift Sport that sites above the regular Swift range.

    The Suzuki Swift has received a wider range of review scores from the UK motoring media than most cars, ranging from ‘Don’t Buy’ recommendations from some media sources to outstanding results from others. The poorer reviews are largely due to the Swift’s relatively poor three-star safety rating in standard form (four stars for the top-spec SZ5 model) when many rival cars have five-star safety ratings.

    In its 2020 owners’ survey, What Car? rated the Suzuki Swift equal fourth (with the Hyundai i20) on its list of the most reliable small cars. In 2021, the Swift improved to third place.

    Key specifications


    Body style: Five-door hatch
    Engines: petrol only
    Price: From £15,499 on-road

    Launched: Spring 2017
    Last updated: Autumn 2020
    Replacement due: TBA


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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 3 stars
    Date tested: May 2017
    Read the full Euro NCAP review

    Adult protection: 83%
    Child protection: 75%
    Vulnerable road users: 69%
    Safety assist: 25%

    Note on safety rating
    The Suzuki Swift received a three-star safety rating from Euro NCAP in standard specification, which in the UK applies to the Swift SZ3 and SZ-T models. The top-spec SZ5 model gets additional safety equipment included, which bumps it up to a four-star rating.

    Eco rating


    Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

    No eco rating

    As of January 2023, the Suzuki Swift has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

    All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

    The Suzuki Swift has a reliability score that’s higher than average, according to exclusive extended warranty data provided by our partners at MotorEasy. This score covers both the current-generation Swift and the previous (pre-2017) versions.

    Faults are reportedly cheap to fix across the board for Swift owners, with engine, suspension and braking system repairs being the most common.

    If you’re looking at a used Suzuki Swift, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

    Awards


    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Suzuki Swift has received

    2019

    • Honest John Awards – Real MPG Car of the Year

    2017

    • Scottish Car of The Year Awards – Eco Award

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