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Suzuki Swift triumph: SA’s honest hero – and why I'm rooting for a new Swift Sport
Suzuki Swift triumph: SA’s honest hero – and why I'm rooting for a new Swift Sport
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Cheeky, stylish Suzuki Swift selling like hot cakes for a reason | Cars Under R300,000
Cheeky and stylish. Check. Fuel efficient. Check. Modern tech and comfort. Check. Affordability. Check.
It's kinda easy to realize why the Suzuki Swift is now one of the fastest sealing vehicles in South Africa.
It's affordable, it's affordable, it's affordable, it's massively fuel efficient, it looks good and it's a little cheeky, with the daring LED lights and cute little curves.
When you're not in a painful rush, the Suzuki Swift is an enjoyable little drive with all the bells and whistles, albeit on the low end of the market.
I drove the car for about a week and for the most part it was a pleasant drive, except when I found myself having to put my foot quite hard on steep inclines.
With a 1.2 litre three-cylinder petrol engine (60kW/83hp) with a 5-speed manual or CVT transmission, offering fuel efficiency (claimed at 4.4l/100km), it's not exactly a beast on the busy bustling streets of Johannesburg, but it is super fuel efficient and that will come in handy in these Trump tariffs era.
The car is not perfect by any means, but for the price, you get a lot of bang for your buck. The car simply does everything it is supposed to, albeit, quite rudimentarily.
I drove the GL CVT version - which is priced at about R265,500.
Cheeky and stylish. Check. Fuel efficient. Check. Modern tech and comfort. Check. Affordability. Check.
It's kinda easy to realize why the Suzuki Swift is now one of the fastest sealing vehicles in South Africa.
It's affordable, it's affordable, it's affordable, it's massively fuel efficient, it looks good and it's a little cheeky, with the daring LED lights and cute little curves.
When you're not in a painful rush, the Suzuki Swift is an enjoyable little drive with all the bells and whistles, albeit on the low end of the market.
I drove the car for about a week and for the most part it was a pleasant drive, except when I found myself having to put my foot quite hard on steep inclines.
With a 1.2 litre three-cylinder petrol engine (60kW/83hp) with a 5-speed manual or CVT transmission, offering fuel efficiency (claimed at 4.4l/100km), it's not exactly a beast on the busy bustling streets of Johannesburg, but it is super fuel efficient and that will come in handy in these Trump tariffs era.
The car is not perfect by any means, but for the price, you get a lot of bang for your buck. The car simply does everything it is supposed to, albeit, quite rudimentarily.
I drove the GL CVT version - which is priced at about R265,500.
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Do other cars have a sealing issue in inclement weather, perhaps?
Trump era tarrifs? We are based jn SA, nothing to do with us with Suzukis being imported from India. We do have a 25% duty imposed by our government on imported cars + vat.
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IOL is clearly schitposting guys. 
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One-off Suzuki Swift AllGripFX off-road version revealed - Team-BHP
One-off Suzuki Swift AllGripFX off-road version revealed | Team-BHP
A Jimny like Swift? Well thats exactly what it feels like. Suzuki has revealed a one-off Swift with rugged looks and taller suspension. This model has been created by Suzuki Netherlands, and will not ...
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Suzuki Swift (2025) Price & Specs
The new Suzuki Swift is one of the most popular cars sold in South Africa, powered by a fresh 3-cylinder engine. Here’s how much the Swift will cost you…
The new Suzuki Swift arrived in South Africa in the last quarter of 2024 and has since risen to the top of Suzuki’s sales chart.
Interestingly, the Swift range (excluding the Swift Sport warm hatch) again comprises 5 derivatives. The previous base GA grade falls away, meaning the line-up now kicks off with the GL specification. A new GL+ trim level slots in as the mid-tier option, with GLX again topping the portfolio.
While the outgoing Swift range ran from R213 900 to R272 900, the new line-up kicks off at R219 900 and tops out at R284 900 (respective increases of R6 000 and R12 000). As before, the SA-spec Swift is sourced from Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar facility in India, rather than from the brand’s domestic market of Japan.
What engine does the new Swift use?
All derivatives are powered by Suzuki’s new Z-Series (Z12E) engine. The new naturally aspirated 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol motor generates 60 kW at 5 700 rpm and 112 Nm at 4 300 rpm. As a reminder, all derivatives in the outgoing Swift range in Mzansi (again, bar the Japanese-built Swift Sport 1.4T variants) used a likewise atmospheric 1.2-litre, with similar maximum outputs of 61 kW and 113 Nm but 4 cylinders rather than 3.
The Swift’s front wheels are driven via either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The latter replaces the previous-gen model’s automated manual transmission (AMT). Only the entry-level GL is not available with the CVT at launch.
How much does the new Suzuki Swift cost in South Africa?
Note that pricing is accurate as of April 2025.
Swift 1.2 GL 5MT – R219 900
Swift 1.2 GL+ 5MT – R239 900
Swift 1.2 GL+ CVT – R259 900
Swift 1.2 GLX 5MT – R264 900
Swift 1.2 GLX CVT – R284 900
The new Swift ships standard with Suzuki’s 5-year/200 000 km warranty and a 2-year/30 000 km service plan.
The new Suzuki Swift is one of the most popular cars sold in South Africa, powered by a fresh 3-cylinder engine. Here’s how much the Swift will cost you…
The new Suzuki Swift arrived in South Africa in the last quarter of 2024 and has since risen to the top of Suzuki’s sales chart.
Interestingly, the Swift range (excluding the Swift Sport warm hatch) again comprises 5 derivatives. The previous base GA grade falls away, meaning the line-up now kicks off with the GL specification. A new GL+ trim level slots in as the mid-tier option, with GLX again topping the portfolio.
While the outgoing Swift range ran from R213 900 to R272 900, the new line-up kicks off at R219 900 and tops out at R284 900 (respective increases of R6 000 and R12 000). As before, the SA-spec Swift is sourced from Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar facility in India, rather than from the brand’s domestic market of Japan.
What engine does the new Swift use?
All derivatives are powered by Suzuki’s new Z-Series (Z12E) engine. The new naturally aspirated 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol motor generates 60 kW at 5 700 rpm and 112 Nm at 4 300 rpm. As a reminder, all derivatives in the outgoing Swift range in Mzansi (again, bar the Japanese-built Swift Sport 1.4T variants) used a likewise atmospheric 1.2-litre, with similar maximum outputs of 61 kW and 113 Nm but 4 cylinders rather than 3.
The Swift’s front wheels are driven via either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The latter replaces the previous-gen model’s automated manual transmission (AMT). Only the entry-level GL is not available with the CVT at launch.
How much does the new Suzuki Swift cost in South Africa?
Note that pricing is accurate as of April 2025.
Swift 1.2 GL 5MT – R219 900
Swift 1.2 GL+ 5MT – R239 900
Swift 1.2 GL+ CVT – R259 900
Swift 1.2 GLX 5MT – R264 900
Swift 1.2 GLX CVT – R284 900
The new Swift ships standard with Suzuki’s 5-year/200 000 km warranty and a 2-year/30 000 km service plan.
Had the new Swift as a rental car this past weekend.
I was super impressed with the fuel consumption, did a 400km round trip with it, basically drove it like I stole it, as one often does with rental cars and still got 21km/L (or 4.7L/100km)
It is also much nippier than the power output on paper suggests (but it was at sea level though)
I was super impressed with the fuel consumption, did a 400km round trip with it, basically drove it like I stole it, as one often does with rental cars
and still got 21km/L (or 4.7L/100km)It is also much nippier than the power output on paper suggests (but it was at sea level though)
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Suzuki Swift leads SA car market again in April as buyers shift to more affordable models
Despite a whirlwind of uncertainty collectively spun by US President Donald Trump’s trade war, and South Africa’s 2025 Budget impasse, the local new vehicle market showed remarkable resilience in April.
According to Naamsa, new vehicle sales totalled 42,401 units, an increase of 11.9%, versus the 37,899 units sold in April 2024. This was in spite of fewer selling days, owing to the configuration of public holidays this year. This followed a strong performance in March, which was the industry's best sales month in two years.
As has become the norm, passenger vehicle sales led the growth curve, increasing by 16.9% to 30,101 units last month, while light commercial vehicles grew by 3.2% to a total of 9,654.
Medium commercial vehicles, at 629 units, grew by 10.2%, while the heavies decreased by 11.1% to 1,710 units.
The Suzuki Swift enjoyed a stellar sales month, surging past the 2,000 mark once again to dominate the passenger car market, ahead of the Toyota Corolla Cross (1,584) and Hyundai Grand i10 (1,425).
With Volkswagen SA having temporarily shut its Kariega plant to tool up for its new compact SUV, which you can check out over here, the Polo Vivo, a regular front runner, fell to fourth place, at 1,366 units.
South Africa’s 50 Best-Selling Vehicles: April 2025
Toyota Hilux - 2,780
Suzuki Swift - 2,053
Ford Ranger - 1,728
Toyota Corolla Cross - 1,584
Hyundai Grand i10 - 1,425
Volkswagen Polo Vivo - 1,366
Suzuki Fronx - 1,186
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro - 1,133
Isuzu D-Max - 1,108
Haval Jolion - 973
Toyota Starlet - 905
Toyota Starlet Cross - 834
Kia Sonet - 812
Suzuki Ertiga - 778
Volkswagen Polo - 768
Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up - 654
Toyota Fortuner - 606
Omoda C5 - 588
Toyota Hi-Ace - 571
Toyota Urban Cruiser - 539
Mahindra XUV 3XO - 515
GWM P-Series - 497
Renault Kiger - 470
Nissan Magnite - 449
Toyota Rumion - 448
Toyota Vitz - 433
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro - 427
Suzuki Baleno - 420
Toyota Land Cruiser PU - 417
Hyundai Exter - 381
Volkswagen T-Cross - 362
Renault Triber - 357
Jetour Dashing - 334
Suzuki Jimny - 319
Suzuki S-Presso - 316
Ford Everest - 311
Renault Kwid - 300
Hyundai i20 - 295
Nissan Navara - 293
Hyundai Venue - 285
Ford Territory - 257
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado - 257
Volkswagen Amarok - 254
Haval H6 - 246
Jetour X70 Plus - 239
Suzuki Eeco - 233
Foton Tunland G7 - 212
Volkswagen Polo Sedan - 208
Volkswagen Tiguan - 207
Suzuki Celerio - 202
In the manufacturer's ranking, Suzuki surged to second place with an impressive 5,977 units, from Volkswagen’s 3,873 units, while Toyota led the way overall with sales of 10,363 vehicles.
Toyota - 10,363
Suzuki Auto - 5,977
Volkswagen - 3,973
Hyundai - 3,007
Ford - 2,398
GWM SA - 1,943
Chery Auto - 1,852
Isuzu - 1,383
Renault - 1,281
Mahindra - 1,278
Despite a whirlwind of uncertainty collectively spun by US President Donald Trump’s trade war, and South Africa’s 2025 Budget impasse, the local new vehicle market showed remarkable resilience in April.
According to Naamsa, new vehicle sales totalled 42,401 units, an increase of 11.9%, versus the 37,899 units sold in April 2024. This was in spite of fewer selling days, owing to the configuration of public holidays this year. This followed a strong performance in March, which was the industry's best sales month in two years.
As has become the norm, passenger vehicle sales led the growth curve, increasing by 16.9% to 30,101 units last month, while light commercial vehicles grew by 3.2% to a total of 9,654.
Medium commercial vehicles, at 629 units, grew by 10.2%, while the heavies decreased by 11.1% to 1,710 units.
The Suzuki Swift enjoyed a stellar sales month, surging past the 2,000 mark once again to dominate the passenger car market, ahead of the Toyota Corolla Cross (1,584) and Hyundai Grand i10 (1,425).
With Volkswagen SA having temporarily shut its Kariega plant to tool up for its new compact SUV, which you can check out over here, the Polo Vivo, a regular front runner, fell to fourth place, at 1,366 units.
South Africa’s 50 Best-Selling Vehicles: April 2025
Toyota Hilux - 2,780
Suzuki Swift - 2,053
Ford Ranger - 1,728
Toyota Corolla Cross - 1,584
Hyundai Grand i10 - 1,425
Volkswagen Polo Vivo - 1,366
Suzuki Fronx - 1,186
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro - 1,133
Isuzu D-Max - 1,108
Haval Jolion - 973
Toyota Starlet - 905
Toyota Starlet Cross - 834
Kia Sonet - 812
Suzuki Ertiga - 778
Volkswagen Polo - 768
Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up - 654
Toyota Fortuner - 606
Omoda C5 - 588
Toyota Hi-Ace - 571
Toyota Urban Cruiser - 539
Mahindra XUV 3XO - 515
GWM P-Series - 497
Renault Kiger - 470
Nissan Magnite - 449
Toyota Rumion - 448
Toyota Vitz - 433
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro - 427
Suzuki Baleno - 420
Toyota Land Cruiser PU - 417
Hyundai Exter - 381
Volkswagen T-Cross - 362
Renault Triber - 357
Jetour Dashing - 334
Suzuki Jimny - 319
Suzuki S-Presso - 316
Ford Everest - 311
Renault Kwid - 300
Hyundai i20 - 295
Nissan Navara - 293
Hyundai Venue - 285
Ford Territory - 257
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado - 257
Volkswagen Amarok - 254
Haval H6 - 246
Jetour X70 Plus - 239
Suzuki Eeco - 233
Foton Tunland G7 - 212
Volkswagen Polo Sedan - 208
Volkswagen Tiguan - 207
Suzuki Celerio - 202
In the manufacturer's ranking, Suzuki surged to second place with an impressive 5,977 units, from Volkswagen’s 3,873 units, while Toyota led the way overall with sales of 10,363 vehicles.
Toyota - 10,363
Suzuki Auto - 5,977
Volkswagen - 3,973
Hyundai - 3,007
Ford - 2,398
GWM SA - 1,943
Chery Auto - 1,852
Isuzu - 1,383
Renault - 1,281
Mahindra - 1,278
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Polo Vivo slips, Sonet returns: SA passenger-car sales for April 2025
The Volkswagen Polo Vivo found itself in an unfamiliar 4th place on the list of SA’s best-selling passenger cars in April 2025, while the Kia Sonet made a return to the top 10…
In April 2025, sales in South Africa’s new-vehicle market increased 11.9% year on year to 42 401 units. Drilling down further, the nation’s new passenger-car segment enjoyed 16.9% year-on-year growth to finish on 30 101 units, with the rental channel accounting for 8.9% of that figure.
So, what happened on the list of Mzansi’s best-selling passenger vehicles last month? Well, after placing 1st in this segment in Q1 2025, the Suzuki Swift continued its strong showing in April 2025, ending the month on 2 053 units. For the record, some 28.8% (or 591 units) of the Indian-made hatchback’s total represented sales to the rental industry.
Meanwhile, the Prospecton-built Toyota Corolla Cross (1 584 units) climbed a ranking to 2nd, with the Hyundai Grand i10 (1 425 units, including 370 units sold via the rental channel) likewise moving up a position to 3rd. Note that the Grand i10’s figure – which is its highest in recent memory – excludes the 38 units of converted Cargo-badged panel vans registered in the light-commercial vehicle (LCV) space last month.
That left the Volkswagen Polo Vivo down in an unfamiliar 4th position, with local registrations of the German firm’s most affordable hatchback falling 19.8% month on month to 1 366 units. However, we should keep in mind that VW halted production of the Polo and Polo Vivo at its Kariega plant on 14 April (and is set to ramp back up again from 12 May) to continue upgrading the facility.
SA’s 10 best-selling passenger cars in April 2025
1. Suzuki Swift – 2 053 units
2. Toyota Corolla Cross – 1 584 units
3. Hyundai Grand i10 (excluding LCV) – 1 425 units
4. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 1 366 units
5. Suzuki Fronx – 1 186 units
6. Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – 1 133 units
7. Haval Jolion – 973 units
8. Toyota Starlet – 905 units
9. Toyota Starlet Cross – 834 units
10. Kia Sonet – 812 units
The Volkswagen Polo Vivo found itself in an unfamiliar 4th place on the list of SA’s best-selling passenger cars in April 2025, while the Kia Sonet made a return to the top 10…
In April 2025, sales in South Africa’s new-vehicle market increased 11.9% year on year to 42 401 units. Drilling down further, the nation’s new passenger-car segment enjoyed 16.9% year-on-year growth to finish on 30 101 units, with the rental channel accounting for 8.9% of that figure.
So, what happened on the list of Mzansi’s best-selling passenger vehicles last month? Well, after placing 1st in this segment in Q1 2025, the Suzuki Swift continued its strong showing in April 2025, ending the month on 2 053 units. For the record, some 28.8% (or 591 units) of the Indian-made hatchback’s total represented sales to the rental industry.
Meanwhile, the Prospecton-built Toyota Corolla Cross (1 584 units) climbed a ranking to 2nd, with the Hyundai Grand i10 (1 425 units, including 370 units sold via the rental channel) likewise moving up a position to 3rd. Note that the Grand i10’s figure – which is its highest in recent memory – excludes the 38 units of converted Cargo-badged panel vans registered in the light-commercial vehicle (LCV) space last month.
That left the Volkswagen Polo Vivo down in an unfamiliar 4th position, with local registrations of the German firm’s most affordable hatchback falling 19.8% month on month to 1 366 units. However, we should keep in mind that VW halted production of the Polo and Polo Vivo at its Kariega plant on 14 April (and is set to ramp back up again from 12 May) to continue upgrading the facility.
SA’s 10 best-selling passenger cars in April 2025
1. Suzuki Swift – 2 053 units
2. Toyota Corolla Cross – 1 584 units
3. Hyundai Grand i10 (excluding LCV) – 1 425 units
4. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 1 366 units
5. Suzuki Fronx – 1 186 units
6. Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – 1 133 units
7. Haval Jolion – 973 units
8. Toyota Starlet – 905 units
9. Toyota Starlet Cross – 834 units
10. Kia Sonet – 812 units
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Suzuki Dzire (2025) Price & Specs
We’ve unearthed pricing for the new Suzuki Dzire ahead of this Indian-built small sedan’s official market launch in South Africa. Here’s how much it will cost in Mzansi…
Revealed in November 2024, the new Suzuki Dzire small sedan will soon hit the market in South Africa, featuring a fresh exterior design to further differentiate it from its popular Swift hatchback sibling as well as the latter’s new 3-cylinder petrol engine.
According to our information, the box-fresh range will again comprise a trio of derivatives, though the GL grade will interestingly make way for a new GL+ specification. The GA trim level, however, again looks set to serve as the entry point to the Dzire portfolio.
So, what will the 4th-generation Suzuki Dzire cost you in South Africa? Well, it’s our understanding that the Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GA 5MT will be priced from R224 900, making it R7 000 more expensive than the outgoing version. The Dzire thus remains Mzansi’s 2nd cheapest sedan after only the Proton Saga, which currently comes in from R209 900 (though the Malaysian brand’s future in SA looks uncertain).
Meanwhile, the Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ 5MT will kick off at R246 900, which likewise represents a R7 000 premium over its GL-badged predecessor. Finally, the Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ CVT will top the range at R266 900, priced some R12 000 higher than the outgoing AMT-equipped GL-badged version.
The latest Dzire is sourced from Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar facility in India. It drops the outgoing model’s 61 kW/113 Nm naturally aspirated 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine in favour of a likewise atmospheric 1.2-litre motor with 3 cylinders. This new “Z12E” engine offers the front wheels peak outputs of 60 kW and 112 Nm, just as it does in the new Swift.
In addition, while a 5-speed manual gearbox again does duty in the 3-pedal derivatives, the flagship (self-shifting) variant in the SA line-up ditches the old automated manual transmission (AMT) and switches to the continuously variable transmission (CVT) that debuted in the latest Swift.
What does the new Suzuki Dzire cost in South Africa?
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GA 5MT – R224 900
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ 5MT – R246 900
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ CVT – R266 900
The prices above likely include Suzuki’s 5-year/200 000 km warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan.
We’ve unearthed pricing for the new Suzuki Dzire ahead of this Indian-built small sedan’s official market launch in South Africa. Here’s how much it will cost in Mzansi…
Revealed in November 2024, the new Suzuki Dzire small sedan will soon hit the market in South Africa, featuring a fresh exterior design to further differentiate it from its popular Swift hatchback sibling as well as the latter’s new 3-cylinder petrol engine.
According to our information, the box-fresh range will again comprise a trio of derivatives, though the GL grade will interestingly make way for a new GL+ specification. The GA trim level, however, again looks set to serve as the entry point to the Dzire portfolio.
So, what will the 4th-generation Suzuki Dzire cost you in South Africa? Well, it’s our understanding that the Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GA 5MT will be priced from R224 900, making it R7 000 more expensive than the outgoing version. The Dzire thus remains Mzansi’s 2nd cheapest sedan after only the Proton Saga, which currently comes in from R209 900 (though the Malaysian brand’s future in SA looks uncertain).
Meanwhile, the Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ 5MT will kick off at R246 900, which likewise represents a R7 000 premium over its GL-badged predecessor. Finally, the Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ CVT will top the range at R266 900, priced some R12 000 higher than the outgoing AMT-equipped GL-badged version.
The latest Dzire is sourced from Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar facility in India. It drops the outgoing model’s 61 kW/113 Nm naturally aspirated 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine in favour of a likewise atmospheric 1.2-litre motor with 3 cylinders. This new “Z12E” engine offers the front wheels peak outputs of 60 kW and 112 Nm, just as it does in the new Swift.
In addition, while a 5-speed manual gearbox again does duty in the 3-pedal derivatives, the flagship (self-shifting) variant in the SA line-up ditches the old automated manual transmission (AMT) and switches to the continuously variable transmission (CVT) that debuted in the latest Swift.
What does the new Suzuki Dzire cost in South Africa?
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GA 5MT – R224 900
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ 5MT – R246 900
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL+ CVT – R266 900
The prices above likely include Suzuki’s 5-year/200 000 km warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan.
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Love the 'povvo spec' steelies (with NO hubcaps), single-DIN el-cheapo radio head unit AND the six blanking plugs on the right-hand side of the dash...
probably either owned by an OAP or used as an Uber... 
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All-new Suzuki Dzire sedan arrives with ultra-keen pricing
There’s an all-new Suzuki Dzire in town and this time it bears no resemblance whatsoever to the Swift, at least on the outside.
What it does have in common with its hatch sibling is aggressive pricing, with the entry-level 1.2 GA starting at R224,900 and the 1.2 GL+ priced at R246,900 in manual guise and R266,900 as an auto.
At that level it comfortably undercuts the soon-to-be-replaced Honda Amaze (R253,600 to R292,400) and Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan (R279,900 to R309,900).
Measuring a shade under four metres in length, the Dzire is based on the latest evolution of Suzuki’s ‘Heartect’ platform and boasts a unique exterior design with a wide grille and horizontal headlights. Boot space is listed at 378 litres.
The base GA rolls on uncovered 14-inch steel wheels while the GL+ gains 15-inch alloys.
As per the Swift, power comes from the new Z12E 1.2-litre, three-cylinder normally aspirated petrol engine, which produces 60kW and 112Nm.
Paired with a five-speed manual or CVT gearbox, Suzuki claims combined fuel consumption as low as 4.4 litres per 100km.
The Dzire’s interior carries through the basic architecture of the latest Swift, but comes with a beige colour scheme. This is popular in the vehicle’s home country of India, but won’t be well received by local buyers.
Safety features on both models include six standard airbags, as well as ABS brakes and ESP stability control. The Dzire has also received a five-star Global NCAP rating for adult protection and four stars for child protection.
There’s an all-new Suzuki Dzire in town and this time it bears no resemblance whatsoever to the Swift, at least on the outside.
What it does have in common with its hatch sibling is aggressive pricing, with the entry-level 1.2 GA starting at R224,900 and the 1.2 GL+ priced at R246,900 in manual guise and R266,900 as an auto.
At that level it comfortably undercuts the soon-to-be-replaced Honda Amaze (R253,600 to R292,400) and Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan (R279,900 to R309,900).
Measuring a shade under four metres in length, the Dzire is based on the latest evolution of Suzuki’s ‘Heartect’ platform and boasts a unique exterior design with a wide grille and horizontal headlights. Boot space is listed at 378 litres.
The base GA rolls on uncovered 14-inch steel wheels while the GL+ gains 15-inch alloys.
As per the Swift, power comes from the new Z12E 1.2-litre, three-cylinder normally aspirated petrol engine, which produces 60kW and 112Nm.
Paired with a five-speed manual or CVT gearbox, Suzuki claims combined fuel consumption as low as 4.4 litres per 100km.
The Dzire’s interior carries through the basic architecture of the latest Swift, but comes with a beige colour scheme. This is popular in the vehicle’s home country of India, but won’t be well received by local buyers.
Safety features on both models include six standard airbags, as well as ABS brakes and ESP stability control. The Dzire has also received a five-star Global NCAP rating for adult protection and four stars for child protection.