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New Suzuki Swift locked in for Australia
A new Suzuki Swift will touch down in Australia during 2024 packing a new engine and more safety equipment.
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About the Suzuki Swift
Last updated Oct 23, 2024The 2023 Suzuki Swift is classified as a 5 Door Hatchback currently on sale in Australia as part of the AZ SERIES II generation, starting from $20,300 MLRP for the GL NAVI and topping out at $32,200 for the SPORT TURBO (QLD).
There are 19 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in Jan of 2023. The Swift is built in Japan and is available with 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection, equipped with a 5 Speed Manual transmission with the drive sent to FWD. The Swift is offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
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2023 Suzuki Swift Price
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| GL NAVI | $20,300 | $21,100 |
| GL NAVI PLUS | $22,400 | $22,400 |
| GL SHADOW | $25,900 | $25,900 |
| GLX SHADOW | $31,200 | $31,200 |
*excl. on-roads
2023 Suzuki Swift Specs
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2023 Suzuki Swift Dimensions
1495mm
1735mm
3840mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Boot space is 242L, expanding to 556L with the rear seats folded (VDA).
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2023 Suzuki Swift Safety Rating
Dual frontal, side chest and side head-protecting (curtain) airbags are standard on all models, as is a reversing camera.
All bar the GL Navigator, GL and GL S also include:
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane-departure warning
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear parking sensors
The Swift wears a 2017-dated five-star ANCAP safety rating, scoring 35.13 out of a possible 37 points in local testing.
Models without the above mentioned safety suite have a lower four-star rating, with a score of 32.49 out of 37.
2023 Suzuki Swift Fuel Economy
The 2022 Suzuki Swift uses 4.6L/100km with the 1.2-litre manual powertrain, 4.8L/100km in 1.2-litre CVT models, 5.1L/100km as a GLX Turbo and 6.1L/100km in Sport models.
All models have a 37L fuel tank.
Turbocharged models require 95 RON premium unleaded fuel, while all other models can use 91 RON.
| Suzuki Swift | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| GL (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL NAVI | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL NAVI (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.6 |
| GL NAVI PLUS | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL PLUS (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL PLUS SPECIAL EDITION (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL S | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.6 |
| GL S PLUS | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL SHADOW | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GL SPECIAL EDITION (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 4.8 |
| GLX (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 5.1 |
| GLX SHADOW | UNLEADED PETROL | 5.1 |
| GLX TURBO | UNLEADED PETROL | 5.1 |
| SPORT TURBO | UNLEADED PETROL | 6.1 |
| SPORT TURBO (QLD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 6.1 |
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a Suzuki Swift?
| Variant | Engine Type | Month | Kilometre |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL NAVI | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL NAVI | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL NAVI PLUS | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL NAVI (QLD) | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL (QLD) | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL S | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL S | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL SPECIAL EDITION (QLD) | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL PLUS (QLD) | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL S PLUS | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL SHADOW | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GL PLUS SPECIAL EDITION (QLD) | 1.2L Multi Point Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| GLX TURBO | 1.0L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| GLX (QLD) | 1.0L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| SPORT TURBO | 1.4L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| SPORT TURBO (QLD) | 1.4L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| SPORT TURBO | 1.4L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| GLX SHADOW | 1.0L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| SPORT TURBO (QLD) | 1.4L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
You should service your Swift at your authorised Suzuki dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Swift’s warranty.
How does the 2023 Suzuki Swift drive?
Our expert take on Suzuki Swift drivability.
The 2022 Suzuki Swift’s standard engine is a naturally-aspirated 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine producing 66kW of power and 120Nm of torque. It’s mated with either a five-speed manual or a continuously-variable transmission.
The GLX Turbo upgrades to a turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder with 82kW and 160Nm, mated exclusively with a six-speed auto.
The Sport uses a turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder with 103kW and 230Nm, mated with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.
2023 Suzuki Swift Colours
What colours are available for the Suzuki Swift
Metallic paint is $690 in Queensland and $595 in all other states and territories. The Sport’s two-tone paint is $1190 in Queensland and $1095 elsewhere.
Pure White Pearl is standard on all models, with the following finishes optional:
- Speedy Blue
- Mineral Grey
- Premium Silver (excludes Sport)
- Super Black
- Burning Red
- Champion Yellow (Sport)
- Flame Orange with black roof (Sport)
2023 Suzuki Swift Warranty
In addition to a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, Suzuki offers five years of capped-price servicing.
The first five services are priced at $239, $329, $239, $429, and $239.
2023 Suzuki Swift vs other Small's to consider
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Suzuki Swift FAQs
The cheapest Suzuki Swift is the GL NAVI that starts from $20,300.
The most expensive Suzuki Swift is the SPORT TURBO (QLD) that starts from $32,200.
The best towing capacity of a Suzuki Swift is 1000Kg offered by the following variants
- GL NAVI
- GL NAVI PLUS
- GL NAVI (QLD)
- GL (QLD)
- GL S
- GL SPECIAL EDITION (QLD)
- GL PLUS (QLD)
- GL S PLUS
- GL SHADOW
- GL PLUS SPECIAL EDITION (QLD)
- GLX TURBO
- GLX (QLD)
- SPORT TURBO
- SPORT TURBO (QLD)
- GLX SHADOW
The largest Suzuki Swift is the SPORT TURBO which measures 1735mm wide, 3890mm in length and sits 1495mm tall.
The most powerful Suzuki Swift is the SPORT TURBO which has 103kW of power from its 1.4L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection engine.
The Suzuki Swift is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Suzuki Swift is the SPORT TURBO which weighs 1445 kg (kerb weight).
The Suzuki Swift uses unleaded petrol.