- For: Standard equipment, punchy and efficient engines, discounts
- Against: Not as cheap as it was, basic interior
- Verdict: Great value supermini that’s fun to drive
Key to the Swift’s appeal are low prices, a high level of standard specification, Suzuki’s reputation for reliability and excellent finance deals.
Standard kit includes air conditioning, Bluetooth and DAB digital radio, but the SZ-T adds smartphone integration and alloy wheels to the mix.
However, given the low prices and Suzuki’s regular discounts, we recommend opting for the Attitude and SZ-5 models.
Since a facelift in 2020, just one engine is available in the standard Swift: a 1.2 petrol developing 83hp (it now has 48v mild hybrid technology to save a bit of fuel). Pair it either with manual or automatic gearboxes.
The Suzuki Swift Sport is powered by a larger 1.4 turbocharged engine, which makes it fun to drive. There’s even the option of four-wheel drive.
It’s no longer the bargain it once was, which makes it harder to justify in the context of more mainstream rivals. It now costs from £15k and the Swift Sport is from a barely believable £22k.
The Swift’s interior can feel a bit cheap in places, but there’s a definite sense it’s been built to last.
KEY INFO
- Launched: 2017
- Facelifted: 2020
- Due for replacement: TBC
Rivals: MG3, Dacia Sandero (2013-2021), Seat Ibiza