After a series of leaks, the all-new Suzuki Swift has finally been launched in Japan, with six trim levels offered there – RSt, Hybrid RS, RS, Hybrid ML, XL and XG. The fourth-generation model will make its official world debut next year at the Geneva Motor Show.
As detailed previously, two engines will be available – the K10C 1.0 litre Boosterjet turbocharged three-cylinder and K12C 1.2 litre twin-injector Dualjet NA four-cylinder. The former produces 102 PS at 5,500 rpm and 150 Nm of torque at 1,700 to 4,500 rpm, while the latter makes 91 PS at 6,000 rpm and 118 Nm of torque at 4,400 rpm.
The K10C is only offered on the RSt, and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, driving the front wheels. Meanwhile, RS, XL and XG models that are powered by the larger of the two mills, get either a five-speed manual or CVT instead, with a choice of two- or four-wheel drive.
The two hybrid models – Hybrid RS and Hybrid ML – employ the K12C motor, but introduces a 3.1PS/50 Nm DC synchronous electric motor that acts as the car’s integrated starter generator (ISG). The ISG is linked to a dedicated lithium-ion battery pack and helps to assist the engine during acceleration, idling stops, as well as generate electricity while decelerating.
All hybrid models can only be had with a CVT, although there are two- and four-wheel drive options. According to Suzuki, the hybrid Swifts will be able to do 27.4 km/l (2WD) or 25.4 km/l (4WD) following the JC08 cycle, while non-hybrid models are capable of achieving up to 24 km/l (2WD, CVT).
Suzuki also adds that the Swift now rides on its new Heartect platform, which promises improved rigidity, performance and a weight savings. For the latter, the Swift now weighs between 840 kg and 970 kg, about 30 kg or up to 160 kg less than before. The car continues to use McPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam at the back, and gets disc brakes as well.
Dimension-wise, the hatchback now measures 3,840 mm long (+10 mm), 1,695 mm wide (unchanged), 1,500 tall (-10 mm) and with a wheelbase of 2,450 mm (+20 mm). However, the four-wheel drive hybrid models are taller at 1,525 mm (+15 mm) compared to the rest of the Swift range.
Resting on the Heartect platform is a body that appears to retain its predecessor’s profile, but with several updates. At the front, you’ll note the new LED headlamps, along with the slightly more curvaceous bonnet and pronounced wheel fenders. Suzuki offers two 16-inch wheel designs, along with a single 15-inch set, depending on variant choice.
The C-pillar design also gets reworked to feature a “floating roof” look, with a small area of it being blacked out, to accommodate the “hidden” rear door handles. Moving to the rear, the Swift’s taillights are more square-shaped than before, and there is a clearer separation between the rear hatch and number plate section. Models with the ‘RS’ designation are fitted with model-specific bumpers, front grille, side skirts and roof spoiler.
Moving inside, the Swift’s cabin has been revamped, now sporting a more upmarket appearance than before. Main changes include the new dash, circular air-con vents, two-tone trim, climate control switchgear, flat-bottom steering wheel and instrument cluster.
In terms of equipment, the Swift (depending on variant) can come with automatic air-conditioning, touchscreen infotainment unit (with navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility and an assortment of inputs), reverse camera, keyless operation, paddle shifters and steering wheel controls
However, it is the hybrid models that get the fancier items, like a multi-info colour display (other variants get a monochrome display) with eco-related functions, and a light bar that shows the current state and efficiency of the hybrid system.
The biggest improvement is seen in the safety and driver assistance feature set, with up to six airbags (dual front, side and curtain), ESP and ABS being standard items. On higher-spec models, there is even a camera and laser radar fitted just behind the rearview mirror, allowing for brake assist, autonomous emergency braking (AEB), lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control functions.
The new Swift is priced from 1,343,520 yen (RM51,268) , and goes all the way up to 1,941,840 yen (RM74,107) in Japan. What do you think about the all-new B-segment model?
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This could be on its way to Malaysia right soon as a Proton Swift? yay!
I advice Proton, since they are so dumb and still cannot figure out to do their own Hybrid and EV, why don’t they ask their so called partner Suzuki to allow Proton to rebadge their hybrids?
Come on Proton. Jangan lembap. All over the world, every car manufacturer is moving towards hybrid or EV. But Proton is still sleeping.
if proton have hybrid cars, are you gonna buy it? i bet you won’t! so why does proton have to moving towards hybrid???
Don’t misleading by currency exchange rate, to reflex actual India selling from rm36k-rm57k (lowest spec to highest spec).
I agree with you. It’s like someone asking a mamak stall to create a seven star hotel level of food, but won’t buy it because too expensive for a mamak. And that guy hates mamak anyway. So it’s no point at all
Who cares about hybrid. proton just focus on making reliable car with reliable parts
how pity has the consumer/proton expectation,everything launch by others just want to re-badge come into malaysia…there is nothing that proton can produce to go out of malaysia…and the people is embracing the mind set…
Huh? P1 ady in aussie and argentina. Get your fact right
Any chance of getting this in Malaysia?
So many people asking whether we can rebadge this. Hello, Suzuki only sell unwanted technologies to Proton. They will never sell hot selling Swift, Landy and Vitara to Proton.
Ertiga, other than Maruti in India, is a failure all over the world. Only Proton would pay hundreds of millions for rebadging rights.
Never say never. Everything can be arranged, for a price of course.
And soon, very soon people will see that Kunta Kinte is quoting by plucking ideas from thin air. If only you bothered to read in the business pages what the collaboration with Suzuki entails…
Ertiga is Selling more around the world than your beloved Alza.
Poodua lover Kunta Kinte is the failure here
The interior look like a golf gti
Looking forward p1 to rebadge as proton sweet….2 jenis engine pun sedap…
this swift is still slower than a polo gti. not a very good bargain.
My friend. Pls utilize your brain when commenting.
Good to know, Captain Obvious…
Too bad not available in Malaysia. Looks good.
Bila proton nak get rid of the iriz and replace with a rebadged proton swift in the top trim level as available in japan? only then I go to a proton showroom with downpayment ready. lepas dapat the car go change the emblems back to suzuki.
Bodo tu simpan sikit untuk anak cucu kau..
so now the hidden door handle is a trend..good job, kids would not able to open door themselves.
Thats what the parents are for. Stop being lazy and open the doors for your kids.
Looks like car manufacturers in Japan going into the 1000cc turbo vibe. As mentioned by Paul tan also on Toyota with the Toyota Tank 1.0 turbo
Care to explain what is AEB? Mentioned in the title but not in the story.
Autonomous emergency braking :)
New Ertiga based on this all new swift?
After they decide to stop selling it in Malaysia, it starts getting interesting, sigh.
Rear bumper reminds me of Mirage.
The top spec Swift looks good on papers. With all the latest tech & gizmos, it will be a leader in the B-segment hatch model.
The only problem i can see is in the last paragraph which reads priced from RM51,268 to RM74,107 in Japan. If you add import/excise duties it will cost more depends on CKD or CBU
Audi/Hyundai grille. WTF!
And gtr 35 headlamp
There is no real need for Proton to rebadge this new Swift model. Proton has got its own B-segment hatchback which is the Iriz, with a facelift model coming in 2017. The new GDI engine could make its debut in the Iriz together with a new Jatco transmission. Hope AEB would also be introduce too since Proton already tested a prototype model in collaboration with LG. And also not to forget, the Iriz has an EV version since the platform was built to cater to hybrid/electric powetrain.
P1 where got money to go on their own ?
1.5 bil tongkat finished so where to get more financing?
All talk but where is the new foreign partner and its restructuring plans?
So don’t have wet dreams everynite of new engine & all.
Your comment shows that you dun read a lot here
There is no need for the iriz to exist if proton rebadges the swift.
And then people would condemn Proton for rebadging cars, not creating their own
It has proper temperature gauge not like City , Vios , Axia and the rest of B and C segment which cut cost by installing two idiot lights for temperature which is dumb and stupid. They are in some sort of agreement or cartel.
Are you born in the 50’s? I have a real temprature gauge in my car. I might look at it perhaps once a year.
To the idiots at proton, this is what innovation looks like, not like the ugly clown car called persona your designers actually thought is a “good” looking car. I really do hope this model finds its way to MY, so that it eats into the persona’s sales.
I’m with you bro. Eveytime i see that persona on the road or at a parking lot, I always think how on earth did they manage to make a car that ugly.
Compare it with Iriz, not persona
LOL dream on getting this car in this form in MY, Suzuki will likely sell a hugely dumbed down version if it ever makes it here.
Can only look and admire coz it’s never going to come here officially….maybe only as a grey import.
another rebadge model going to be?? or can get it via AP dealer..
It looks like a Swift who juz undergone a failed plastic surgery in order to look like a Mini.
another rebadge model going to be without suzuki brand or ap dealer bring in originally..
looks like Mercedes a class. those head and rearlights