The new generation of Suzuki Swift is already available in Greece, with the Greek dealership announcing its full price list.
THE fourth consecutive generation of Suzuki Swift, of the Japanese company's small hatchback model, which already has more than 9 million sales in more than 169 countries around the world, is now also available in the Greek market.
Design-wise, the reference point in the new Swift's silhouette is the trapezoidal shape new mask in piano-black color, as well as the redesigned ones lights L-shaped LED. Its design stands out on the side third pillar, the… hidden ones handles of the back doors as well as wider bumper and 3D lighting fixtures at the rear. Beyond that, the new Suzuki Swift color palette consists of 8 options and 4 bi-tone combinationsincluding the new Frontier Blue Pearl Metallic and Cool Yellow Metallic colors.
In terms of dimensions, there are no significant differences compared to the past. The length of the body is increased to 3,86 m., with the width and height amounting to 1.735 and 1,495 mm The wheelbase remains unchanged at 2,45 m.as well as the capacity of the luggage compartment which varies, depending on the position of the rear seats, from 265 up to 980 liters. In agreement with Suzuki, the weight of the new Swift ranges from 1.024 up to 1,112 kg.
In the interior the design has become more driver-centric, with the dashboard topped by a large 9 inch touch screen for the multimedia system. This ensures smartphone connection for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via Wi-Fi and USB port, supports voice recognition, Bluetooth music playback while also displaying vehicle status information. From there, the driver has a sports steering wheel in front of him, with a sharp bottom and analog instruments. It is also redesigned central console which houses the air conditioner controls.
The security systems and the engine of the new Suzuki Swift
Significant upgrades have also been made to the available driver assistance systems. So it is available Dual Sensor Brake Support II (DSBS II) to detect vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians in front of the vehicle, Lane Keep Assist (LKA)which works with the adaptive cruise control, Driver Monitoring System (DMS) which… detects any signs of driver fatigue, as well as other corresponding goodies such as Lane Departure Prevention (LDP), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR). Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and eCall.
The new Swift is powered by a new 3 cylinder engine naturally aspirated 1.2 liter petrol engine of Suzuki, which is codenamed Z12E and is combined with an automatic transmission CVT type the 5-speed manual transmissionwhich sends power to the front or all four wheels through the system Allgrip Auto, depending on the version. This engine, which delivers 82 horsepower and upgraded to 112 Nm, assisted by a 12V mild hybrid system for improved environmental performance – the system converts the kinetic energy generated during deceleration and stores it in a lithium-ion battery and assists the engine during acceleration for higher fuel efficiency.
Compared to the previous K12D engine, higher fuel economy has been achieved with optimization of mixture swirl in the cylinder for faster burning, use one intermediate locking mechanism in the variable timing of the VVT intake valves, increasing the flow rate of the EGR valve and adoption pendulum tensioner mechanism and use of electric water pump. Also, the emitted particulate number (PN) has been reduced by suppressing the incomplete combustion that can occur at higher compression ratios and by using a three-way catalytic converter and a gasoline particulate filter referred to as a GPF (gasoline particulate filter).
The prices of the new Suzuki Swift in Greece
Her price GL edition is 18,450 euros, with equipment including LED lights, 6 airbags, 4 electric windows, adaptive cruise control, 9-inch Infotainment screen, rear parking sensors, reversing camera, hill hold, automatic high beam and a full package of assistance/comfort/ security. THE GL+ version Costs 19,530 euros and the GLX 21,250 euros (versions with manual transmission).
The new Swift with all four wheel drive costs from 20,600 euros (GL), with the versions GL+ and GLX to cost respectively 21,680 euros and 23,250 euros, while with the CVT transmission prices are set at 21,330 euros (GL+) and 23,250 (GLX).
Like the existing Swift, the new one comes with 5 year old warranty (or 100,000 km for mechanical/electrical parts) and 12 year old for the bodywork, while provided 5 years free roadside assistance.