New generation Suzuki Swift competes with Toyota Yaris

The model will be distributed first in the UK, then to other markets in Europe. To suit the needs of customers, the new generation Suzuki Swift has undergone more than 90 different tests since January 2016.

The new generation Suzuki Swift has dimensions of length, width, and height (3,840 x 1,735 x 1,495) mm respectively. The wheelbase of this small hatchback is 2,450 mm. Compared to the versions distributed in its home country of Japan, the new Swift exclusively for the European market has a larger vehicle width.

Inside, the second row of seats is 23 mm longer than the previous version, while the front row of seats has been moved to the sides by about 10 mm.

Entering the new generation, Suzuki Swift adds more technology and entertainment features. Specifically, standard equipment on the version using the 1.2 liter engine includes: leather-wrapped steering wheel, LED daytime running lights, electric front windows, 15-inch wheels and an entertainment system with integrated radio, Bluetooth connectivity and 4-speaker sound system.

The two higher-end SZ-T and SZ5 versions also feature automatic air conditioning, a 4.2-inch LCD color screen, 16-inch alloy wheels, a navigation system, electric rear windows and a smart key.

The new generation Suzuki Swift offers two engine options in the European market. One of them is a 1.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 109 horsepower and 170 Nm of torque. This engine is inherited from the Suzuki Baleno model that was introduced in June 2016.

In addition, the new generation Swift also has a 1.2-liter Dualjet engine version, 89 horsepower, 120 Nm torque. With this engine, the Swift SZ3 2WD version can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 11.9 seconds. In addition, the new generation Swift also has a hybrid version, combining a 1.2-liter engine and an electric motor.

The new generation Suzuki Swift will compete with rivals Toyota Yaris, Ford Fiesta, KIA Rio, Mitsubishi Mirage... in the small hatchback segment. The selling price of this model has not been announced yet. In Vietnam, the old generation Suzuki Swift is being distributed with 3 versions with prices ranging from 569 - 609 million VND.

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