Verdict
The 408 has a 51% bigger boot, the 408 is 35% more powerful, while the Swift Sport is about 10% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 146,055 | RM 130,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 140 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 230 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 9.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 6AT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | 8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 205 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,787 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | — | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 536 litres✓ | 265 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Granite Grey Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90 | RM 70✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.