The new generation Suzuki Swift competes with the Toyota Yaris.

This model will be distributed first in the UK, followed by other markets in Europe. To meet customer demands, 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 of (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 wider body design.

Inside, the second-row seating space has been extended by 23 mm compared to the previous version, while the front seats have been moved approximately 10 mm to the sides.

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

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

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

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

The new generation Suzuki Swift will compete with rivals such as the Toyota Yaris, Ford Fiesta, KIA Rio, and Mitsubishi Mirage in the small hatchback segment. The price of this model has not yet been announced. In Vietnam, the previous generation Suzuki Swift is currently distributed in three versions with prices ranging from 569 to 609 million VND.

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