2018 Suzuki Swift Sport review - faster, torquier, lighter and yellower. but not as fun!
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Date: 2022-04-17
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Nick
I drove the new SSS this afternoon and was not expecting much considering the reviews. I have to say that I was totally blown away by the new car. I've owned my second generation SSS for three years and I can honestly say this new car is on par with the second generation model in terms of handling (it might be ever so slightly softer, but totally trumps it in acceleration, ride and braking. All SSS are known for being much faster than advertised - Top Gear's second gen car timed 0-62mph stood at 7. 2 seconds (8. 4 claimed) but the new car is in a different league (and I have heard rumours from Australia/NZ it's in the mid sixes. It certainly feels realistic. Out of corner acceleration and traction is superb and it pulls well to the redline. This is a much faster A-B tool then any SSS before.
In fact, there were only a couple of gripes. in hard undulating corners, the steering squirms in the hand a bit strangely (whereas the old car would just plough through) but the car was still tracking perfectly. I found the speedometer difficult to read (but there apparently is a digital readout that would help matters - in my hour or so with the car I did not seek to activate it. And finally, the plastic fantastic interior is no better build then the second generation - but still perfectly liveable. People say there is not much of a soundtrack, but neither is their in the MKII, so this was mute point for me.
Long story shorty, be sure to take it for a test drive, because you might be surprised. I spend just over an hour with the car and drove it on my favourite A, B, and C roads to make the best comparison I could with my gen 2 SSS (which I adore. I might well be buying a MKIII now.
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I drove the new SSS this afternoon and was not expecting much considering the reviews. I have to say that I was totally blown away by the new car. I've owned my second generation SSS for three years and I can honestly say this new car is on par with the second generation model in terms of handling (it might be ever so slightly softer, but totally trumps it in acceleration, ride and braking. All SSS are known for being much faster than advertised - Top Gear's second gen car timed 0-62mph stood at 7. 2 seconds (8. 4 claimed) but the new car is in a different league (and I have heard rumours from Australia/NZ it's in the mid sixes. It certainly feels realistic. Out of corner acceleration and traction is superb and it pulls well to the redline. This is a much faster A-B tool then any SSS before.
In fact, there were only a couple of gripes. in hard undulating corners, the steering squirms in the hand a bit strangely (whereas the old car would just plough through) but the car was still tracking perfectly. I found the speedometer difficult to read (but there apparently is a digital readout that would help matters - in my hour or so with the car I did not seek to activate it. And finally, the plastic fantastic interior is no better build then the second generation - but still perfectly liveable. People say there is not much of a soundtrack, but neither is their in the MKII, so this was mute point for me.
Long story shorty, be sure to take it for a test drive, because you might be surprised. I spend just over an hour with the car and drove it on my favourite A, B, and C roads to make the best comparison I could with my gen 2 SSS (which I adore. I might well be buying a MKIII now.
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Neoklis
Hi everyone is entitled to their own opinion especially when they are reviewing cars which I have done myself in the past
This particular review is quite rare amongst all the other reviewers from around the world whether they be from UK Italy Australia South Africa and many other countries around the world including its own home country Japan
I own a 2005 Swift S it is now 16 years old it is been the most joyous reliable car I-ve ever owned in my life the fun factor alone is worth the ticket price, let alone the reliability, the honest pricing of the spare parts and the bullet-proof and easy fix tuning ability of this car
it is also seriously the most underrated car manufacturer on this planet bar none
The Suzuki motor car brand and in particular the Suzuki Swift sport is all about bang for buck common sense cars that are still a lot of fun and that do not cost too much money to run, this is the principle of the Suzuki motor company they not only make cars that are very reasonably priced but are also tested in the most trying and conditions around the planet, so they actually last!
You only need to see their rich history in WRC, to get that Suzuki it is not a prestige brand it is not only a real practical brand but will also always be one the most popular enthusiasts bang for buck choice
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Hi everyone is entitled to their own opinion especially when they are reviewing cars which I have done myself in the past
This particular review is quite rare amongst all the other reviewers from around the world whether they be from UK Italy Australia South Africa and many other countries around the world including its own home country Japan
I own a 2005 Swift S it is now 16 years old it is been the most joyous reliable car I-ve ever owned in my life the fun factor alone is worth the ticket price, let alone the reliability, the honest pricing of the spare parts and the bullet-proof and easy fix tuning ability of this car
it is also seriously the most underrated car manufacturer on this planet bar none
The Suzuki motor car brand and in particular the Suzuki Swift sport is all about bang for buck common sense cars that are still a lot of fun and that do not cost too much money to run, this is the principle of the Suzuki motor company they not only make cars that are very reasonably priced but are also tested in the most trying and conditions around the planet, so they actually last!
You only need to see their rich history in WRC, to get that Suzuki it is not a prestige brand it is not only a real practical brand but will also always be one the most popular enthusiasts bang for buck choice
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paulus
Based on that report I think i'll keep my 2012 swift sport - yes its thirsty(ish, yes its a 3 door with 4 seats and yes the boot is tiny- not to mention the gearbox is clunky in traffic- but for my purposes and where i live ( south of France), i continue to have such fun with this little car that has never claimed to be anything more than a warm hatch- Of course i will test the 2018 model just to compare - that said if i want a -lighter ride- it might be better for me to go on a diet rather than lightening my wallet.
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Based on that report I think i'll keep my 2012 swift sport - yes its thirsty(ish, yes its a 3 door with 4 seats and yes the boot is tiny- not to mention the gearbox is clunky in traffic- but for my purposes and where i live ( south of France), i continue to have such fun with this little car that has never claimed to be anything more than a warm hatch- Of course i will test the 2018 model just to compare - that said if i want a -lighter ride- it might be better for me to go on a diet rather than lightening my wallet.
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Peter
Was never impressed with the Swift Sport, a few years back my Wife and I were looking for a new Car, we stopped in at the local Suzuki dealer and had a seat in a Sport, I wasn-t impressed, talk about getting what you pay for, I had a seat in the back nice seat but the floor I thought I was going to put my Foot through it, in the end we Bought a Seat Ibiza sport, a great Car, never let us down over eight years ownership. -
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Was never impressed with the Swift Sport, a few years back my Wife and I were looking for a new Car, we stopped in at the local Suzuki dealer and had a seat in a Sport, I wasn-t impressed, talk about getting what you pay for, I had a seat in the back nice seat but the floor I thought I was going to put my Foot through it, in the end we Bought a Seat Ibiza sport, a great Car, never let us down over eight years ownership. -
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Imo
Well, I personally don't agree that Suzuki shot itself into the foot. The Fiesta ST may offer a more agressive, sportive ride with much more power, but in terms of long life durability where you have no trouble with even when driving it over years the Suzuki is just right!
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Well, I personally don't agree that Suzuki shot itself into the foot. The Fiesta ST may offer a more agressive, sportive ride with much more power, but in terms of long life durability where you have no trouble with even when driving it over years the Suzuki is just right!
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Victor
A nice car with a bad review. I have seen at least 12. reviews of this car and from different countries and this is the only one that says that it is a bad car. I have driven it and is a nice and quick little car that packs a lot of value. give it a try and drive it.
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A nice car with a bad review. I have seen at least 12. reviews of this car and from different countries and this is the only one that says that it is a bad car. I have driven it and is a nice and quick little car that packs a lot of value. give it a try and drive it.
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Tan
Careful to consider buying this car cos of alarming fuel consumption.
Normal driving is 10. 3km/l
Hard driving is 7. 9km/l
Track driving is 5km/l
Tank is 37 litres. Unless your country petrol is cheap you can consider visiting petrol station every 2 days
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Careful to consider buying this car cos of alarming fuel consumption.
Normal driving is 10. 3km/l
Hard driving is 7. 9km/l
Track driving is 5km/l
Tank is 37 litres. Unless your country petrol is cheap you can consider visiting petrol station every 2 days
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Malte
I watched nearly a dozen reviews about this car now. This one was by far the most critical about it. You can get one straight from the dealer for under 17k -. In Germany though.
Fair price for a well performing every day small car. Can't wait for a test drive
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I watched nearly a dozen reviews about this car now. This one was by far the most critical about it. You can get one straight from the dealer for under 17k -. In Germany though.
Fair price for a well performing every day small car. Can't wait for a test drive
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Simon
What utter rubbish. It doesnt have the same power as an UP GTi, but this review is what I expected when they are usually biased towards Ford and VW anyway. I would be more than happy to own this Suzuki because at least its a bit different than the rest.
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What utter rubbish. It doesnt have the same power as an UP GTi, but this review is what I expected when they are usually biased towards Ford and VW anyway. I would be more than happy to own this Suzuki because at least its a bit different than the rest.
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DazzaSport
Having driven the new car for 16k miles now. I know just how good the car is when pushed hard down a back road. The car is incredibly good fun, and rotates beautifully. This reviewer is clueless and doesn't know how to drive. Simple as that really.
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Having driven the new car for 16k miles now. I know just how good the car is when pushed hard down a back road. The car is incredibly good fun, and rotates beautifully. This reviewer is clueless and doesn't know how to drive. Simple as that really.
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