Suzuki Swift (2024) versus Suzuki Swift (2023) - Review

Sean Nurse got the keys to the new Suzuki Swift and compared it with the outgoing model. He finds out if the newcomer is truly a step up or if the previous generation model offered more value for the investment.

0:00 - Introduction
0:50 - Trim descriptions
1:10 - Performance figures
1:59 - Exterior styling
2:40 - Boot space
3:08 - Rear occupant space
3:50 - Build quality
4:31 - Safety
4:46 - Price
5:24 - Fuel consumption
6:24 - Transmission
7:00 - 3-cylinder VS 4-cylinder

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Presenter: Sean Nurse I Producer: Ryno Fourie I Post-production: Ryno Fourie

[CuTMan]

I recently bought one and it's very nice, fuel efficient, specious. I just love it 🔥

[anthonyturner]

For the record guys, I've just bought the GLX and I'm extremely happy 😄 been a Suzuki man for many years 🎉

[mannyc]

Very good, no BS, to the point reviews. Tx, I've subscribed.

[LakheKamvalakhe]

🐐This car is about to grab some awards pretty soon, I love it - the all-new Suzuki Swift, 10 out of 10 🔥.

[Lefaid]

Thanks for taking it on the highway and checking the A/C!

[ARR]

Excellent review. I have three questions though:

1. Was the aircon still switched ON when you were climbing in top gear on the steep incline towards Winnie Mandela Drive?

2. When you was in top gear (5th) traveling at the national speed limit (120 km/h), where was the rev counter sitting at?

3. Relating to question 2, how does this (the gearing) compare to the outgoing car? Does the rev counter sit higher or lower at 120 km/h on the outgoing car?

Thanks.

[monicasmith]

Honestly, all freaking swifts are top tier.

[Djekkie-gjjz]

It's striking to see the differences between the new Swifts in different parts of the world. In Europe (I'm from the Netherlands) all Swifts have the same 3-cylinder engine, but they are supported by a mild hybrid drive. They all have Adaptive Cruise Control with radar, AC, Lane Keep Assist, blind spot recognition, traffic sign recognition and a 9-inch multimedia screen from the basic version. It also has a good audiosysteem with 6 speakers. The dashboard has white parts, which makes everything look a bit fresher. Unfortunately, they are also more expensive than yours.

[anthonybrown]

Older model with the hidden rear handles has the edge on looks but the new model is a street ahead on the interior and equipment but importantly lacks a Sport option.
We test drove the new shape and it was nice and very economical as we had a UK SZL model with was well equipped anyway it was a difficult decision well we bought an old shape Sport turns out we were willing to forgoe mpg for the looks, ride and handling of the Sport.
Spec wise the only thing the new model lacks is a heated steering wheel had the new model possessed that it might have swung it.

[Wezo]

I like the new grill ; reminds me of the fiesta

[memomedia]

As for my hair doesn’t allow me to speak about styling…just legendary ❤😂😂

5.2l/100km that’s something but 3 cylinder engine with a full house might mess up the figures and overwork the engine

Just my thoughts, amazing review non the less🎉

[rohitmishra]

Is GL+ is same VXI+ in India ..also here the guarantee is for 2 year

[weetbix]

Great car. Feel sorry for youngsters who have to get saddled into quarter of a million Rand debt to get one. We are being robbed blind through taxation.

[crispinswainstonharrison]

I own both. Both of them GLX’s. The drive of the old is better. 4 cyl is definitely smoother than the 3 cyl. The specs of the new is better. I also prefer the higher profile tyre of the old one.

[Edog]

These cars are getting very expensive. Consumers don't need more features in budget cars, they simply need cheaper cars.

[nagyboti]

What about the reliability of a 3 cylinder engine vs a 4 cylinder engine?

[DeaconClark-nv]

The old glx doesn’t have cruise control ?

[DeogratiusJrMichael]

i'll stick with the old one honestly

[ntshembomashaba]

That space around the screen always has me cringing

[reinhardtvoges]

Great review! I really enjoyed the comparison between the previous and new generation. Also, I know that looks are subjective, but I too prefer the look of the new car. Not that the old one is bad to look at in any way...