The Suzuki Swift & Dzire Thread

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Maruti Swift vs Ford Figo | Diesel Comparison | ZigWheels

- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Ford Figo vs Maruti Swift; diesel hatchbacks comparison review.

- Grand i10 Nios has been launched recently at a price of Rs 4.99 lakh. It is powered by a 1.2-litre engine while the Swift is available with a 1.3-litre engine; the Figo comes with the largest engine of the three, at 1.5 litres

- Hyundai Grand i10 iNios s available in 5 variants - Era, Magna, Sportz & Asta.

- Grand i10 Nios is loaded with lots of features like an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment, rear AC vents and a 12V charging socket for rear passengers..

- In their respective top-spec variants, all three cars offer tilt-adjustable steering, driver’s seat height adjustment, automatic climate control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Grand i10 Nios, Maruti Swift, Ford Figo are available with a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Swift is the current segment leader, and remains popular given its sporty styling, spirited performance and fuel-efficient motor. But can the Nios outdo it in these aspects? And where does the Ford Figo stand in this equation?

This comparison reviews tells all!

 
Comparison Review: Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Rivals | NDTV carandbike

The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is the latest product in the hatchback segment and we had to compare it to its rivals. So here it is the Grand i10 Nios versus the segment leader Maruti Suzuki Swift and of course the Ford Figo.

Watch our review to know which hatchback takes the top spot.

 
Pricing! Suzuki Swift and Ignis ranges gain new special-edition variants

Suzuki Auto South Africa has added special-edition variants to its Swift and Ignis ranges. The local arm of the Japanese firm says the new models have been introduced to celebrate the brand’s recent sales success.

Three new derivatives have been added to the mix: the Swift 1,2 GL SE, the Ignis 1,2 GL SE and the Ignis 1,2 GLX SE. Each employs Suzuki’s naturally aspirated 1,2-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine, sending 61 kW and 113 N.m to the front axle via a five-speed manual gearbox.

Priced at R193 900 (or some R12 000 more than the variant on which it is based), the Swift 1,2 GL SE gains model-specific decals (including stripes on the bonnet and tailgate), a blue rear roof spoiler, blue side-mirror caps, door visors, a door-sill guard and a new front grille with blue trim.

Inside, the special-edition hatchback upgrades to a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Suzuki SA will offer the Swift 1,2 GL SE in either Arctic White or Silky Silver exterior paint, with 50 units of each hue available.

And the Ignis 1,2 GL SE? Well, this derivative is priced at R186 400 (some R6 000 more than the standard GL) and gains black door cladding, door visors, mud flaps, red trim on the grille and red body decals on the flanks. It will likewise be available in Arctic White and Silky Silver, with just 25 examples of each set to hit the local market.

The Ignis GLX SE, meanwhile, comes in at R212 400 (an increase of R10 000 over the normal GLX) and is set apart by its white grille surround, centre bar garnish and foglamp bezels. The upgrade also includes door visors, a cheeky rear spoiler and white decals on the body (with the final product thus ending up looking exactly like our recent long-termer).

Some 50 units of the Ignis GLX SE will be offered in South Africa, each finished in Tinsel Blue with white highlights.

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Pricing! Suzuki Swift and Ignis ranges gain new special-edition variants... - CAR Magazine

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Suzuki spices up Swift and Ignis with new special editions

Suzuki South Africa is adding some spice to its compact hatch range with the release of three special editions based on the Swift GL as well as the Ignis GL and GLX models.

The Swift 1.2 GL SE, as it is abbreviated, gains a touchscreen infotainment system with CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, as well as a number of unique exterior features. These include a new honeycomb grille, blue rear roof spoiler, unique decals (including racing stripes), door visors and a door sill guard.

The Swift GL SE is available in Arctic White and Silky Silver exterior colours and there is an exclusivity factor here as only 50 of them will be sold, at a price of R193 900. This makes it R12 000 more expensive than the regular GL, by the way.

On the Ignis front, the cheaper option is a 1.2 GL SE model, which receives a red garnish for the front grille as well as red side body decals, black door cladding, door visors and a rigid mud flap set. This car retails for R186 400, which is a R6000 premium over the standard GL.

The Ignis GL SE is available in the same silver and white hues as the Swift SE, with numbers limited to 25.

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Suzuki spices up Swift and Ignis with new special editions

Suzuki South Africa has released three special editions based on the Swift and Ignis hatchbacks.
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Suzuki Launches Special Edition Swift, Ignis in SA

Suzuki has introduced a special edition version of its popular Swift and Ignis in South Africa. See details below...

Suzuki has experienced notable sales success in South Africa recently and set a new monthly sales record in October 2019 with 1 629 Suzuki’s finding new homes across the country. To celebrate, Suzuki is now offering a Swift 1.2 GL SE (Special Edition) as well as 2 Ignis special editions in both GL and GLX guise.

“The Swift Special Edition and two Ignis Special Edition variants offer customers the chance to express their unique style and individuality. As exclusive versions of our top-selling models, we are confident that it will find favour with fans of the brand and the specific models alike” says André Venter, divisional manager for sales and marketing at Suzuki Auto South Africa.

Suzuki Swift and Ignis Special Edition - Price in South Africa

Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL Special Edition - R193 900

Suzuki Ignis 1.2 GL Special Edition - R186 400

Suzuki Ignis 1.2 GLX SPecial Edition - R212 400

The Suzuki Swift and Ignis Special Edition (SE) are sold with a promotional 5-year/200 000 km warranty and a 2-year/30 000 km service plan.

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Suzuki Launches Special Edition Swift, Ignis in SA

Suzuki has introduced a special edition version of its popular Swift and Ignis in South Africa. See details below… Suzuki has experienced notable sales success in South Africa recently and set a new monthly sales record in October 2019 with 1 629 Suzuki’s finding new homes across the country. To...
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Suzuki Swift Facelift Images Emerge

There’s an updated Suzuki Swift on the way and these leaked images give us some idea of what to expect…

The Swift is Suzuki’s best-selling model in South Africa by a fair margin and the all-new Swift came to market back in 2018 and the lineup was later bolstered with the arrival of the punchy turbocharged Swift Sport in 2019. It's worth noting that the Swift 1.2 GLX is the current Budget Car champion in the Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank while the Swift Sport 1.4T was a finalist in the Fun Hatch category in the 2019/20 iteration of the awards.

Now, brochure images of a facelifted Swift have leaked online hinting that an updated Swift is on the cards in the near future.

In terms of styling, Suzuki has revised the bumper and grille slightly and new alloy wheel designs will be available. It also appears that new two-tone colour schemes will be offered on the updated Swift such as Flame Orange with a black roof and Rush Yellow with a silver roof.

Under the bonnet, however, the same 1.2-litre petrol engine will be put to work with 61 kW and 113 Nm of torque with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission driving the front wheels.

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Facelifted Suzuki Swift debuts in Japan

There’s an updated Suzuki Swift on the way. These images from the Japanese marque's site (in its home market) indicate the changes that are in store… The Swift is Suzuki’s best-selling model in South Africa by a fair margin and while the all-new Swift came to market back in 2018, the lineup was...
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Facelifted Suzuki Swift debuts in Japan

There’s an updated Suzuki Swift on the way. These images from the Japanese marque's site in its home market indicate the changes that are in store…

The Swift is Suzuki’s best-selling model in South Africa by a fair margin and the all-new Swift came to market back in 2018 and the lineup was later bolstered with the arrival of the punchy turbocharged Swift Sport in 2019. It's worth noting that the Swift 1.2 GLX is the current Budget Car champion in the Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank while the Swift Sport 1.4T was a finalist in the Fun Hatch category in the 2019/20 iteration of the awards.

In terms of styling, Suzuki has revised the bumper and grille slightly and new alloy wheel designs will be available. It also appears that new two-tone colour schemes will be offered on the updated Swift such as Flame Orange with a black roof and Rush Yellow with a silver roof.

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Facelifted Suzuki Swift debuts in Japan

There’s an updated Suzuki Swift on the way. These images from the Japanese marque's site (in its home market) indicate the changes that are in store… The Swift is Suzuki’s best-selling model in South Africa by a fair margin and while the all-new Swift came to market back in 2018, the lineup was...
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2021 Suzuki Swift gets new engine, styling and tech upgrades

Suzuki’s popular supermini is given mid-life overhaul, moves to hybrid-only power

Suzuki is beginning a renewed assault on the UK market with the introduction of a facelifted version of its Swift supermini.

Updated for the 2021 model year as a mid-life overhaul after launching in 2017, the Swift’s styling has been lightly revised at the front end with a redesigned grille and headlights. All models now feature LED front and rear lights, previously reserved for SZ5 models.

The Mazda 2 rival also receives a new version of its 1.2-litre Dualjet naturally aspirated petrol engine. With a redesigned dual injection system, electronic variable valve timing, a variable displacement oil pump and electric piston cooling jets, the new unit is claimed to offer boosts in responses and efficiency.

Figures are similar to the old unit, however, with 82bhp and 79lb ft of torque and a 0-62mph time of 12.2sec with a new, optional CVT gearbox. The 12V mild-hybrid system has also been upgraded on the 1.2, with a battery more than three times the size of the old one (up to 10Ah) to boost energy recovery. Combined fuel economy is put at 57.2mpg for the manual model.

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2021 Suzuki Swift gets new engine, styling and tech upgrades | Autocar

Suzuki’s popular supermini is given mid-life overhaul, moves to hybrid-only power
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I wonder when manufacturers will get over the 'black floating roof look' - which definitely aids in turning your car into a convection oven when parked outdoors on a Highveld summer's day - and switch over to a white roof panel instead - or you could just get a white wrap instead to solve that issue yourself...
 
The Suzuki Swift has gone (mild) hybrid only - TopGear

First the Sport, now electrification is squeezed into the standard Swift hatchback

Regular TopGear.com readers will know we’ve liked the Suzuki Swift for well over a decade now. Since its stylish mid-2000s rebirth, in fact.

This latest version will hope to continue that, with subtle design changes and hybrid power.

While it may look much the same as the outgoing model, the devil is in the detail, with revised front-end styling including a new headlight design and grille.

All models now feature LED front and rear lights, previously reserved for top-spec SZ5 models.

The most noticeable change comes under the bonnet, though. Like the rest of Suzuki’s range, it’s going hybrid-only. Albeit mild hybrid.

The new 1.2-litre Dualjet petrol engine features a 12v energy recuperation system, as introduced earlier this year on the Swift Sport Hybrid.

Figures? Maximum power output is 82bhp, 79lb ft of torque, and a 0–62mph time of 12.2 seconds. Not so Swift. CO2 emissions start from 111g/km, with claimed fuel economy of 57.2mpg for the manual model.
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The Suzuki Swift has gone (mild) hybrid only

First the Sport, now electrification is squeezed into the standard Swift hatchback
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Suzuki UK adds hybrid power and 4WD to facelifted Swift range for 2021 model year

• Suzuki facelifted its Swift range for 2021 model year.

• The Swift now features hybrid technology.

• Four-wheel-drive has also been added to the range.

Suzuki has given its Swift a significant facelift in the United Kingdom and Ireland ahead of the 2021 model year.

One of the biggest changes takes place under the bonnet. The car still employs a 1.2-litre petrol engine, but a 12V hybrid system enhances it. A 48V hybrid system has also bolstered the Swift Sport's turbocharged 1.4-litre engine.

In all, the revised powertrains bring about improved performance and better fuel consumption.

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And then there's the BAD news from Suzuki SA, from the Wheels24 report:

"At this stage, we will not get the hybrid or AllGrip models due to the extra cost."

"The hybrid model is also slower than the current model."

"In reference to Swift or Ignis fitted with the AllGrip system: No, we won't receive it due to the fact that these models are made in Japan and are at a much higher spec level. This, in turn, increases the cost drastically for the South African consumer in the end."
 
Suzuki Swift Dualjet Hybrid 4WD SZ5 2020 UK review

Should I buy one?

In lower forms, especially the new SZ-L grade, the Swift continues to make sense in a world where even the Ford Fiesta costs nearly £17,000 in its most accessible form. It’s easy to imagine paying £14,749 for a Swift and not feeling short-changed if you spend most of your time nipping about town and care little about getting away from the traffic lights first.

At nearly £19,000, however, this SZ5 model is less justifiable. The four-wheel-drive system is equal parts unnecessary weight and occasional boon (how often does it snow properly in the UK?), and most of the top-rung trim’s niceties are standard on lesser versions of its rivals.

If we were specifying a Swift, we would plump for front-wheel drive, the manual ‘box and the cheapest trim level. And that would do just fine, so long as we steered clear of the motorway.

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Suzuki Swift 2017-2024 review | Autocar

Suzuki’s best-selling supermini returns in a new guise and with mild hybrid tech
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Suzuki’s Dzire compact sedan gets fresh look, extra safety kit

The Suzuki Dzire is often overlooked in favour of its funkier hatch sibling, the Swift, but it remains a trusty option for those seeking an affordable sedan and it just got a bit better with the release of the facelifted version in South Africa.

Upfront the 2020 model is fitted with a redesigned front bumper, in which the grille and lower air intake are now combined to form one unit in an almost Audi-like manner. The grille surround is finished in silver in the case of the GA entry derivative, or chrome in the more luxurious GL. The latter model also gets new 15-inch alloy wheels in place of the previous model’s plastic-covered steelies.

Furthermore, Suzuki has added two new exterior colour choices in the form of Premium Silver Metallic and Phoenix Red Pearl.

The local importer states that only the Dzire 1.2 GL manual is available at present, priced at R196 900, with the automated model and the lower-spec 1.2 GA set to join the range shortly. However, the Suzuki SA website lists the GA model at R178 900.

That, by the way, makes it the country’s most affordable sedan.

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Suzuki’s Dzire compact sedan gets fresh look, extra safety kit

South Africa’s most affordable sedan gets a new face for 2021 as well as added features.
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Refreshed Suzuki DZire brings extra standard kit (including ESC) to SA

The refreshed Suzuki DZire has been introduced in South Africa, gaining updated styling and extra standard equipment.

We should point out, though, that only the GL variant in five-speed manual form (for R196 900) is currently available locally, with the base GA derivative and the automated manual version of the GL scheduled to arrive “soon”.

The revised Dzire, which is effectively a sedan version of the popular Swift hatchback, gains a new grille and front bumper. The grille is finished in silver on the GA variant and in chrome on GL derivatives, with the latter also gaining chrome bezels for the front foglamps.

Suzuki Auto SA has furthermore added two fresh exterior paint colour options in the form of Premium Silver Metallic and Phoenix Red Pearl. Inside, the Japanese firm has introduced “new-look” upholstery, which it describes as “hard-wearing and durable”.

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Refreshed Suzuki DZire brings extra standard kit (including ESC) to SA

The refreshed Suzuki DZire has been introduced in South Africa, gaining updated styling and extra standard equipment (including ESC).
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More Power for Updated Suzuki Swift

The latest generation of Suzuki’s popular Swift hatchback is going under the knife for its first makeover and is reportedly due for reveal in February 2020. It's also expected to pack more power!

The Swift hatchback is one of Suzuki’s most popular products in South Africa. More than that, the Swift has scalped the competition numerous times in the Budget Car category of the #CarsAwards powered by WesBank.

The latest third-generation Swift was launched in South Africa back in 2018 and Suzuki is now gearing up to introduce the facelifted Swift. In a report filed by Indian online publication, Indianautosblog.com, an updated Swift is due to launch in India in February 2021. Swifts destined for South Africa are sourced from India and the specification is therefore not quite the same as the Euro-spec Swift pictured above.

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More Power for Updated Suzuki Swift, But Not For SA

The latest generation of Suzuki’s popular Swift hatchback has gone under the knife for its first makeover and is reportedly due for reveal in February 2021. *pictured is the Euro-spec Suzuki Swift The Swift hatchback is one of Suzuki’s most popular products in South Africa. More than that, the...
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DRIVEN: Suzuki Dzire 1,2 GL

Summary

For everyday driving, the Dzire has the basics very competently covered. It possesses that solid feeling we’ve appreciated from Suzuki for so long and feels as though it will last for many years. Expect some delayed performance from the automated manual model, though. The manual, however, offers a well-sorted driving experience, mirroring exactly what we enjoy most about the Swift range, just with extra luggage space.

FAST FACTS

Model: Suzuki Dzire 1,2 GL
Price: R196 900
Engine: 1,2-litre, four cylinder, petrol
Power: 61 kW at 6 000 r/min
Torque: 113 N.m at 4 200 r/min
0-100 km/h: 11,32 seconds (tested)
Top Speed: 175 km/h
Fuel Consumption: 4,9 L/100 km
CO2: 116 g/km
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Service Plan: 2-year/30 000 km

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DRIVEN: Suzuki Dzire 1,2 GL - CAR Magazine

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Maruti Dzire VXi updated with new infotainment system - Team-BHP​

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Maruti Suzuki has started dispatching the 2021 Dzire to dealerships across India. The VXi variant now comes with an updated infotainment system.

The infotainment system offered in the 2021 Dzire VXi is the same unit that is available in the Ertiga. Besides this, the car also gets features such as air-conditioning, electrically adjustable ORVMs, dual airbags, ABS with EBD and rear parking sensors.

A 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment head-unit is available in the top-spec Dzire. The SmartPlay Studio system is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The higher variants also get automatic climate control, projector headlamps, cruise control, keyless entry, engine start / stop button, among other features.

The 1.2-litre petrol engine remains unchanged for the 2021 model year. This engine puts out 89 BHP and 113 Nm and is available with either a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT.
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Maruti Dzire VXi updated with new infotainment system | Team-BHP

Maruti Suzuki has started dispatching the 2021 Dzire to dealerships across India. The VXi variant now comes with an updated infotainment system.The infotainment system offered in the 2021 Dzire VXi is ...
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