2024 Suzuki Swift Revealed! Everything You Need to Know

Jacob Brooke
November 7, 2023

Thanks to Suzuki Japan for the images.

The 2024 Suzuki Swift has officially been unveiled, showcasing its evolution in design, technology, and safety, positioning it as a strong contender against rivals like the Toyota Yaris, Hyundai i20, and Citroën C3. The Swift, initially presented in concept form, is now detailed in its final model for the Japanese market, emphasizing its advancements and appeal in the competitive city car segment.

Design-wise, the 2024 Suzuki Swift maintains its characteristic aesthetic while introducing subtle changes. The front end is marked by an oval grille with integrated radar and distinctive trapezoidal LED headlights. The profile is refreshed with a floating 'C' pillar, abandoning the previously hidden door handles for a more conventional approach. The Swift also offers custom two-tone paintwork and features unique blacked-out tail lights that integrate into the car's sides.

Floating 'C' pillar design and redesigned conventional rear door handles

Inside, the Swift presents a driver-focused dashboard, available in various shades, blending traditional and modern elements. The cabin features a 9-inch touchscreen, a redesigned steering wheel, and an instrument cluster with traditional dials. Keyless entry, digital climate control, and stylish, geometrically patterned upholstery enhance the interior's comfort and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the Swift incorporates the Suzuki Connect app, offering 24-hour assistance, smartphone-based status checks, and a driving recording function, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

New interior feature 9-inch touchscreen with Suzuki Connect, new steering wheel design, geometric seat pattern

Under the hood, the Swift 2024 is powered by a new 1.2-litre Z12E three-cylinder petrol engine, available with a CVT automatic transmission and the option of front or all-wheel drive. The mild-hybrid variant improves efficiency and reduces fuel consumption, featuring energy recuperation during deceleration and an electric parking brake.

New 1.2L Z12E 3-cylinder mild hybrid petrol engine

In terms of safety and technology, the Swift integrates the Suzuki Safety Support system, which includes cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning and assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a 360-degree camera. Advanced features like autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, traffic sign recognition, and automatic high beam headlights enhance the car's safety profile. Notably, the new driver attention monitor with facial recognition and adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assistance underscore Suzuki's commitment to driver safety and convenience.

Model Grades

Details not finalised for Australia, grades in Japan are:

2024 Suzuki Swift MZ
2024 Suzuki Swift MX
2024 Suzuki Swift XG

Key Changes

Updated Design:

  • New oval grille with integrated radar.
  • Trapezoidal LED headlights.
  • Floating 'C' pillar design.
  • Conventional rear door handles, replacing hidden ones.
  • Two-tone paintwork options.
  • Blacked-out tail lights.

Interior Enhancements:

  • Driver-focused dashboard in various shades.
  • 9-inch touchscreen multimedia system.
  • Flattened steering wheel.
  • Traditional dials in the instrument cluster.
  • Keyless entry and start.
  • Digital climate control.
  • Metallic inserts and various storage compartments.
  • Wrap-around seats with geometric patterned upholstery.

Connectivity and Technology:

  • Suzuki Connect app for 24-hour assistance and smartphone-based status checks.
  • Compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
  • Driving recording function.

Powertrain:

  • 1.2-litre Z12E three-cylinder petrol engine with mild hybrid
  • Option for a CVT automatic gearbox.
  • Front or all-wheel drive configurations.

Hybrid Powertrain:

  • Mild hybrid system for improved efficiency and reduced fuel consumption.
  • Energy recuperation during deceleration.
  • Electric parking brake.

Safety and Assistance Systems:

  • Suzuki Safety Support system:
  • Cross-traffic alert.
  • Lane warning and assist.
  • Blind spot monitoring.
  • 360º camera.
  • Predictive braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection.
  • Traffic sign recognition.
  • Automatic high beam headlights.
  • Driver attention monitor with facial recognition.
  • Adaptive cruise control with follow function and traffic jam assistant.

Specs:

  • Engine: 1.2-liter Z12E three-cylinder petrol.
  • Transmission: CVT automatic.
  • Drive Options: Front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

Pricing:

  • Specific pricing details have not been provided in the articles. The article mentions "preliminary business negotiations underway" to finalize prices.

As Suzuki unveils more details about the Swift's European model, this preview from Japan suggests a significant step forward for the brand in the competitive city car market. The 2024 Suzuki Swift's blend of design, technology, and safety features positions it as a compelling option for urban drivers.

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Jacob Brooke
Jacob Brooke, a respected voice in the world of automotive journalism, brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to his reviews at CarSauce. His keen eye for detail and passion for all things cars shine through in his in-depth analysis and honest evaluations of the latest models of cars. Join him as he guides readers through the car-buying process and explores the exciting world of motoring.

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