2024 Suzuki Swift Sport Review | The last affordable hot hatch?
Great performance cars don’t have to be expensive
If you think you need to spend big to buy a great performance car, the Suzuki Swift Sport proves that isn’t the case.
While the popular warm hatch is not as cheap as it once was, its punchy engine and playful handling make it a genuine joy to drive on almost any road.
A new Suzuki Swift isn’t far away, but given there’s no mention of a new Sport version as yet, it might pay to jump on arguably the last truly affordable hot hatch on the market today.
Fast Forward
00:00 Intro
00:38 Pricing and specs
02:28 Interior review
02:56 Infotainment & safety
03:18 Passenger space
03:37 Luggage space
04:08 On the road
07:14 Verdict
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I have had a 600hp falcon, fiesta st, i30n, you name it…. And i own this swift and let me tell you. It surprises everyone. 970kg. Sticky front tyres, tune, and its a blast
875 kilos
I have an i30n too and wonder how it compares to this? Guessing I’ll only miss the exhaust and 0-60?
What kind of tune, Is it Shistralia street legal?
This review nails EXACTLY why I’ve had 3 x Swift Sports in a row, including the current model. My driving is principally around town with the odd weekend road trip and a Swift Sport makes every drive a pleasure. It looks good, feels fast, and it’s cheap to run and service. I’m already looking forward to the next model 👍
Let's hope it's not that ugly as the regular one.
Hi! I just got a ZC31S with only 12K on the odometer. I always liked the older generation. What's your take on that one???
@@YuichiTamaki I really loved my ZC31S, except for the high revs on the motorway. I had mine for 6 years and it was always fun and super reliable.
was told at the suzuki dealers that they were stopping the manufacture of the swift sport / hope it's not true
@@frankmckenna2290 Nooooo! I'm hanging out for the new model!
I like how he says service intervals are only 10,000kms like its a bad thing. As a mechanic of many years i can say long service intervals may sell vehicles but kill them at the same time. Max 10k on any car.
Interesting take, appreciate the feedback.
@@carsales just a fact
@@michaelhart5886 100% I really don't get the complaint with 10000km/1 year service intervals. Lots of moving parts to a car, Less expensive to take care of it and service then have it fail at warranty end and have to get a new one especially if you get a car like this. There are still swifts on the road today with 200km+ and nearly 20 years old just due to the bare minimum of taking care of them.
@sirjarko8762 servicing yearly or 10,000kms which ever comes first or sometimes even earlier is cheap insurance
Long life oil bro, get with the times.
"Last affordable Hot Hatch?" Indeed a brash and bold comment there Scott!!
I got the swift 2023 CNG Indian version. Similar specifications, but Indian swift has 0 gncap ratings! Nonetheless, there is virtually zero difference when driving in petrol or cng because of amazing tuning of the engine. It gives me a fuel efficiency of, let's say in petrol terms, 34.5 kms per litre in cng (actually it's measured in kgs, but for petrol reference I've used 'litres'). That's mind blowing fuel efficiency, better than most bikes in India. The immediate consequence of this is I visit the cng fuel pump once every 20 days. Great ROI. You gotta respect swift to not have major accidents as the car races from 0 to 60 in city traffic rapidly. You gotta respect the car to keep yourself and others safe too.
My dad has an ND Mazda MX-5. When he drove this car he actually commented on the similarity in feeling between the Swift Sport and the MX-5.
Naturally Aspirated RWD Mazda MX-5 vs. Swift Sport's turbo FWD setup? Yep, the "big" similarities are that both are Japanese cars, with 4 wheels, low weight, very short gears, old school feeling etc. I own a Miata ND2 RF Top Revolution, there are huge differences when compared to the Swift Sport (that is a very nice car, but nowhere close to a legend).
I heard the same thing about the NA versions. Moog from Mighty Car mods talked about that.
Absolutely one of my all time favourites, going way back to the original 3 door GTi of the late 80’s. Yes the GTi name is gone , but the little Japanese legend lives on. If only we got the 3 door 🤔.
just purchased another one last month, great little car
Great review!
Thanks!
600$ for paint for a small car, its the same price for a larger car. Paint per sq cm is expensive. Yet per decibel it offers great value.
I dont understand why we cant get these fun and affordable cars in the usa, its like our government doesnt want affordable cars over here.
I always wondered why Americans complain about this. It's not just you! Maybe American car companies nexus with the government? That's why America has 'gas guzzlers' and unreliable cars. Especially the German ones 😮
It's not your government, but possibly a plot between some local producers and some guys at the Consumer Reports - that published a fake, detrimental report on Suzuki Jimny few decades ago, resulting in Suzuki withdrawing from the North-American market, even though that manipulative, damaging review done by the Consumer Reports was proven false and was taken out by CR.
I dunno, maybe because I've driven mostly NA cars that top out at 6000rpm i dont mind that. Plus its doing the job of paying homage to the old M16A it had with its power band higher in the rev range while still giving you the business low in the rev range. If you want thrills at 7000rpm get a type R or a Golf R, but those cars arent as good for the day to day as this.
Interesting review that does justice to what this car stands for!
Was the hybrid sport not available?
fun little car. btw they should put that engine in the jimny!
Agreed, would be a fun little package!
jimny transmission has a 130nm input limit that's why the k15b in the jimny has been detuned to 130nm from 138nm i think
It has a 660cc turbo in Japan
Had a brand new sport swift in metallic black 2021 . Had it remapped to give 162bhp and torque to 280lb/ft . Made a world of difference and truly put it in hot hatch class . 0 -60 mph went from 9 seconds to just under 7 seconds with improved fuel consumption due to remap type . Certainly turns a few heads when blasting away of the lights with BMW and Audi drivers thinking "ok whats going on there " lol . And its the 1.4 mild hybrid as well .. Why they couldnt do this as a standard set up beyond myself . Remapping was done in accordance with manfacturers recommended bhp/ torque curves and ramp parameters so as not to cause premature component failure .. wonder what a 2024 updated sport spec will be ?
And just like the current MX5, the Swift Sport has no spare tyre (not even a space saver). I vacillate between selling/keeping my 1500cc ND MX5 to purchase one of these practical beauties. Lusted after a Swift GTi in my 20's. Purchased one when I turned 40. Now pedal the MX5. Great video. The reviewer really hones in on the essence of this little fun machine. Every drive is an event.
I understand comparing the Swift Sport with a similar (but not that reliable) car like i20N. But comparing it with a RWD naturally aspirated Miata is pretty dumb.
This is one happy-face car with charm and charecter!!!!
I had 3 Swift Sports , two 1.6 and This one - This one didn't have the Hot Hatch feel - Was more 'warm ' Gt. Great for a 1000km drive with all the tech . Nothing ever went wrong - Most of these off the shelf in dealers aren't $30000 they are more like $34000-$37000. Having said that the servicing cost are more th. Moat my I20N along with insurance costs . Great car , I put a Remus Cat back on in that made it complete though . Had all the tech you need though. But more fun than an I20N or I30N (I own both) ... nope , not at all
i20 N is definitely a more serious performance car (and brilliant) but you're right this is softer and also a fair bit cheaper so has its own appeal.
I have to wonder whether a hatch that can't get near a 6 second 0-100 can really be called a hot hatch. Sure a warm hatch or sporty hatch but hot is a bit over the top.
17" alloys
Where are these reviewers getting their info on prices? In Melbourne a manual is 31k and auto 35k depending on when there's specials on.
We quote Recommended Retail Price as on-roads depend on which state you're in.
$30k - tell them they are dreaming
this is 5 star safety rated 😲😲, indian version is 1star for the same kerb weight
I thought it was zero rated.
@@sushant3196 but the main question remains if the amount of metal is same by weight then what is the difference, why is maruti missing the opportunity to bring this here
1:29 Safety in swift in other countries ;💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🔥🔥😈😈 In India: 🤡🤡🤡🤡💅🏼💅🏼
The new UI on your website is shit, please change it back.
As fun as it is. It’s not a “hot hatch”. It’s more a Luke warm hatch.
I disagree. Its way faster than my old 205 gti. That was definitely a hot hatch. Its also very easily tuned to go a lot faster.
Have you actually driven one?
this version of the swift looks way better than the Indian version
Suzi Q meets Tay Tay 😂. I’ll show myself out.
Please do 🙂
Out 👉
I declare swifter
Blud those alloys are 17 inch
I have Suzuki sport it’s great experience
I didn't hear anything nice about the car lol, you are not alone my friend I feel the same about the car, short comings from every aspect I'm not sure if I would consider it even if it was 10000 cheaper
Apart from the torquey engine, great gearbox, comfortable ride, engaging handling and surprising roominess you mean?
@@carsales I have a 2007 Swift Sport and I like it but over 30000 with not much performance improvement is a little too much. I bought mine at 16000. Sure inflation exists but not almost double the price. With all this car payments banks schemes etc they think they can charge whatever this days. Maybe a good condition used one will be a better option.
why do u say 30,000 they are 33500 manual 35500 auto
Recommend retail price is $28,990, though this does creep over $30,000 (by varying amounts depending on state) when on-road costs are applied
5k over 30k is not a 'creep' ..
I have swift vehicle & engine broke without any hiting on dated 07/03/2024 😢😢😢😢
how much did you buy it
5 star safety rating 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Service intervals are a deal breaker for me.
LOL, if you want a car to last, that's exactly when they should be serviced. Let the deal be broken for you. Or, find a good qualified mechanic who will do a better job of servicing the car, for less money, and keep your factory warranty. Like who knew?
Obviously, you have no idea of what is affordable. Just like car manufacturers. People want a car that has running costs. If car makers want to increase prices, they had better make them very fuel efficient and low maintenance.
$30k for a supermini hot hatch is affordable when the average new car sale price is over $50k. Get with the times. Inflation is a thing. Can't afford it, buy used.
How is a 7.5 second 0-100kph sprint a "hot hatch"? the price tag is a joke for a class like this.
Thirty thousand bleedin Sovs, they're havin a lend.
$30K affordable? don't make me laugh.
Tell me about a cheaper car nowadays and and more "sport" than this one
Find something cheaper and show us.
If you didnt know most of the competition costs way more than this.
Average new car price is now >$50k. Get with the times
@@Strand0410 I know mate but still $30K is still expensive.
The reviewer obviously has no love for the i20n 😢
Heaps of love, i20 N is awesome and much more serious than the Swift, but it’s another $6000 which is a lot at this price point
No love for the Korean unreliable clunkers is normal.
Yellow on it is gross. Others are better.
I like the yellow but it looks slick in black
Just look at the crash test of this car😂
You expected it to bounce off the barrier right?
5 stars
@@aldrinpabraham6932 that's in your dreams 😂
@@hahastudioslive The world does not revolve around where you live buddy. This is for the developed markets. Its ANCAP 5 starts
Normal swift is 0 and sport has 5@@hahastudioslive
It's still has the ugliest infotainment and dash ever It's 2024 there still isn't been an upgrade to it
I can live with that, the new gen swift infotainment is even uglier.