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Toyota Camry vs Suzuki Swift Sport: the short answer
Camry holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Swift Sport.
Recorded price context
Camry:
last listed from
ZAR 659,900
·
Swift Sport:
current from
ZAR 469,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Camry
Swift Sport
Maximum Power
Camry160 kW @ 5700 rpm
Swift Sport103 kW
Maximum Torque
Camry221 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Swift Sport230 Nm
Engine Size
Camry2487 cc
Swift Sport1373 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Camry19.2 km/l
Swift Sport16.1 km/l
Ground Clearance
Camry140 mm
Swift Sport0 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Toyota Camry
2.5 Hybrid XSE CVT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Camry
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Swift Sport
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Camry
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Swift Sport
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Model Introduced Year
2019
2026
Generation
Current generation Camry on TNGA platform
Current market generation
Facelift History
Latest generation with hybrid technology
Current market specification
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2026
Facelift Version Ending
2024
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Hatchback
Model Year
2021
2026
Production Status
discontinued
active
Segment
Sedan
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
1575 kg
-
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Hatchback
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Length
4885 mm
3860 mm
Width
1840 mm
1735 mm
Height
1445 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2825 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
140 mm
0 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
493 l
265 l
Kerb Weight
1575 kg
920 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2055 kg
1380 kg
Payload Capacity
480 kg
460 kg
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
5.2 m
Front Headroom
986 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
941 mm
950 mm
Front Legroom
1037 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
899 mm
900 mm
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Front Track Width
1575 mm
-
Rear Track Width
1580 mm
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Torsion beam
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Torsion beam
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Engine
2.5L Hybrid Petrol-Electric
1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
K14C
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Parallel Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2487 cc
1373 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Dual Injection
Multi-point fuel injection
Compression Ratio
14.0:1
12.0:1
Bore
82.0 mm
73.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
85.0 mm
Maximum Power
160 kW @ 5700 rpm
103 kW
Maximum Torque
221 Nm @ 3600 rpm
230 Nm
Combined Power
1 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
1 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
1
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Integrated transmission electric motor
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
e-CVT
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
180 km/h
190 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.3 sec
9.5 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
16.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
112.0 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
250.0 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
64.8 kWh
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
400 V
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Gearbox
CVT Automatic (e-CVT)
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
2WD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Yes
4.3
Number of Gears
6
4
Transmission Type
CVT Automatic (e-CVT)
4-speed automatic
Clutch Type
Yes
Torque converter / CVT
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Yes
Floor-mounted selector
Drivetrain
FWD
2WD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
No
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic (e-CVT)
4-speed automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Front driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Transmission Speeds
6
4
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Claimed Mileage
19.2 km/l
16.1 km/l
City Mileage
16 km/l
16.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
21 km/l
19.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
37 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6 equivalent
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Yes
Real-world Mileage
19.2 km/l
16.1 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
37
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
700
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
650 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
600 km
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Airbags
9
6
ABS
Standard
Not Applicable
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
No
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Applicable
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Standard
-
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
No
AEB
Standard
No
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
No
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Not Applicable
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
No
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Yes
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Applicable
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Cruise Control
Standard
Cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
No
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
No
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Applicable
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
No
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Applicable
Auto Wipers
Standard
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
No
Park Assist
Yes
No
Around View Monitor
Standard
No
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Applicable
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
No
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Seat Material
Leather Sport
Fabric upholstery
Seat Adjustment
Electric 8-Way
-
Heated Seats
Front
No
Ventilated Seats
Front
No
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Multi-colour
No
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Standard
-
Rear Armrest
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Material
Yes
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way
Manual adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way
Manual adjustment
Seat Trim
Yes
Fabric upholstery
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Climate Control
Dual Zone Automatic
Manual air conditioning
Power Windows
All Doors
Yes
Keyless Entry
Smart Entry
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
No
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
No
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Applicable
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
-
AC Type
Dual Zone Automatic
Manual air conditioning
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Spare Wheel
Space Saver
Space-saver spare wheel
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Automatic
Manual air conditioning
Rim Size
18-inch Sport Alloy
16
Sound System
10
4
Unlocking
Smart Entry
Yes
Wireless Charger
Standard
No
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless
Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
10
4
Navigation System
Standard
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3-inch Full Digital
Digital instrument display
USB Ports
3
USB-A / USB-C
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Android Auto
Audio Speakers
10
4
Infotainment Screen
10.1
7
Touchscreen
10.1
7
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
LED Headlamps
Full LED
No
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
LED
No
Roof Rails
Not Available
No
Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch Sport Alloy
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Body Cladding
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Sport Rear Spoiler
-
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple manufacturer colours
Multiple Suzuki factory exterior colours
DRL
LED
LED
Led Headlights
Full LED
No
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Front Fog Lamps
LED
No
Headlamps
Full LED
No
Headlight Type
Full LED
No
Headlights
Full LED
No
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
No
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Approach Angle
25 deg
Not Applicable
Departure Angle
23 deg
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
500 mm
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
20 deg
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
140 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
140 mm
-
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Tyre Size
235/45 R18
195/60 R16
Wheel Type
18-inch Sport Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver
Space-saver spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch Sport Alloy
16
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Solid Disc
-
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Space-saver spare wheel
Wheel Diameter
18-inch Sport Alloy
16
Handbrake Type
Yes
Manual parking brake
Wheels
18-inch Sport Alloy
-
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Service Interval
15,000 km or 1 Year
-
Approx Service Cost
Approx R7,500
-
Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
Optional
-
Service Plan
Yes
5 Years / 90000 km
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 1 Year
-
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Warranty Years
3
5 Years / 200000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3
5 Years / 200000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3
5 Years / 200000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Warranty
3
5 Years / 200000 km
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
CO2 Emissions
93 g/km
145 g/km
Start Stop System
Standard
-
Hybrid System Type
Full Parallel Hybrid
-
Noise Level
64 dB
-
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Real-world City Mileage Min
14 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
18 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
18 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
22 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
19
-
Spec
Camry
Swift Sport
Ownership Role
Private and family
Suzuki ownership programme
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
250000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Historical listed price
Hagalu Research Team price estimate
Starting Price
749900
250000
Starting Price Zar
749900
250000
In depth: how these cars differ
This Camry and Swift Sport comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Camry 59 vs Swift Sport 45.
Efficiency index: Camry 79 vs Swift Sport 62.
Safety-equipment index: Camry 98 vs Swift Sport 67.
Practicality index: Camry 61 vs Swift Sport 42.
Ownership-cover index: Camry 43 vs Swift Sport not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Camry leads by 16 points
Camry holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Swift Sport.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Camry
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
79/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
43/100
Swift Sport
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
67/100
Practicality
42/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Camry
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 53 pts for Swift Sport
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Camry leads. However, Swift Sport may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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