A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 61 kW @ 6000 rpm | 60 kW @ 5700 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 113 Nm @ 4200 rpm | 112 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 18.9 km/l | 20 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Boot / Load Bay | 260 l | 265 l |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Kerb Weight | 855 kg | 975 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
= leads in this spec
Ignis and Swift are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Generation | Second-generation Ignis on Suzuki's lightweight platform — 850kg kerb weight makes it one of the lightest five-seater crossovers available in any market. K12M engine retained for proven reliability track record. | Third generation (AZ/NZ series) on HEARTECT platform; Z12E DualJet engine generation introduced globally 2020-2021; current SA specification reflects 2022 range update with GLX tier added |
| Facelift History | Original global Ignis launched in 2016; second generation arrived 2020 with updated styling and connectivity; current SA specification reflects 2023-2024 equipment update with GLX trim and active safety additions. | Third-generation Swift launched in SA in 2017 with K12B engine; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in 2021 bringing improved fuel economy and refined low-rpm performance; GLX trim added to the SA range in 2022 with heads-up display and dual-zone climate control; ongoing specification updates maintain competitive equipment levels |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Color Note | Silky Silver Metallic, Granite Grey Metallic, Pearl Snow White, Burning Red Pearl, Sphere Blue Metallic, Speedy Blue | Solid White, Pearl Snow White, Metallic Blue, Metallic Red, Metallic Granite Grey, Metallic Silky Silver, Pearl Midnight Black, Burning Red Pearl |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | published | published |
| Segment | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Tare Mass Kg | 855 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Width | 1690 mm | 1735 mm |
| Height | 1595 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2450 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 260 l | 265 l |
| Kerb Weight | 855 kg | 975 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | - | 1380 kg |
| Payload Capacity | - | 425 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | - | 4.8 m |
| Front Headroom | - | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | - | 967 mm |
| Front Legroom | - | 1032 mm |
| Rear Legroom | - | 890 mm |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | 1480 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | 1480 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | HEARTECT Monocoque Platform |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Torsion Beam | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | HEARTECT Monocoque Platform |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Standard | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | 15W Wireless Charging | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED Projector Headlights | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 260 l | 579 l |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Manual Air Conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Standard | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 4 Years | 4 Years |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.3 | 5 |
| Heads Up Display | Not Available | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Standard | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Standard — Front | All Seats |
| Skid Plates | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Space Saver Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare |
| Stabilizer Bar | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Voice Command | Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 14.0 sec | 12.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Automatic High Beam | Standard | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Multi-Information Display (MID) | Analogue with Digital Trip MID |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Standard | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | Standard | Standard |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Standard | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Mirror | Standard | Manual Fold Black Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | LED Tail Lamps | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Standard | Remote Central Locking |
| Rim Size | 15 Inches | 15 Inches |
| Sound System | 4 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | ignis | swift |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | HEARTECT Monocoque Platform |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Trim Level | flagship | flagship |
| Unlocking | Standard | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Standard | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | 15W Wireless Charging | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 260 l | 579 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Centre Console | - | Not Available |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Manual Fold Black Mirrors |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | K12M | Z12E |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Bore | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Stroke | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Maximum Power | 61 kW @ 6000 rpm | 60 kW @ 5700 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 113 Nm @ 4200 rpm | 112 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed AMT | CVT |
| Top Speed | 152 km/h | 160 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 14.0 sec | 12.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 71.3 kW/tonne | 61.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 132.2 Nm/tonne | 114.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 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 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT) | CVT Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | 4.388:1 |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Plate with Electronic Clutch Actuator | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | 5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT) | CVT Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 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 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT) | CVT Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 7 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.7 |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 18.9 km/l | 20 km/l |
| City Mileage | 15.2 km/l | 16.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21.7 km/l | 23.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 l | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 18.9 km/l | 20 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 32 | 37 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Available | Standard |
| Central Locking | Standard | Remote Central Locking |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Standard — Front | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard | Not Available |
| AEB | Standard — Low Speed AEB | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Available | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | Not Available | - |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard — Front | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Standard — Front | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Not Available | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard — Low Speed AEB | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Standard — Low Speed AEB | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Automatic High Beam | Standard | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reversing Camera | Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-way | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1370 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1345 mm |
| Rear AC Vents | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | 2 USB | 0 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Multi-Information Display (MID) | Analogue with Digital Trip MID |
| Interior Colour Options | 6 | 2 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 6-way | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-way | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-way | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Driver Seat | Manual 6-way | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights and fog lights on GLX, 15-inch alloy wheels on GLX, keyless entry and push-button start from GL AMT, six airbags on GLX, AEB and lane depar | 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, heads-up display on GLX, dual-zone climate control on GLX, leather-wrapped steering wheel on GLX, rear parking camera from GL+, dual front airbags standard, |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Interior Colours | 6 | 2 |
| Seat Belt Warning | Standard — Front | All Seats |
| Seat Trim | Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Armrest Front | - | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 579 |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Bluetooth Audio |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto | Not Available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Multi-Information Display (MID) | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 2 USB | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | Wired Android Auto |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 9-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Standard | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | 9-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | 2 USB | 2 |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 6 |
| Audio System | 4 | Standard |
| Display Audio | 9-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 USB | 2 |
| Head Up Display | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 9-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Multi-Information Display (MID) | Analogue with Digital Trip MID |
| Connected Services | Standard | Bluetooth Audio |
| Voice Control | Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRL | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Standard | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Body Cladding | Black Plastic Wheel Arch Cladding | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 7 |
| Roof Type | Not Available | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Rear Wiper | Standard | Standard |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| DRL | LED DRL | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | Standard | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | Standard LED | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | LED Projector Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Led Taillights | LED Tail Lamps | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | Standard | - |
| Auto Headlights | LED Projector Headlights | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED Projector Headlights | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRL | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 8 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Standard | All Four Windows |
| Front Fog Lamps | Standard | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED Projector Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | LED Projector Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | LED Projector Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlights | LED Projector Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual Fold Black Mirrors |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 0 deg | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle | 0 deg | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | 0 deg | 17 deg |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | 0 deg | 22 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 175/65 R15 | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space Saver Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 228 mm | 258 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | 84 | 88 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | H |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15 Inches | 15 Inches |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | 175/65 R15 | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel Diameter | 15 Inches | 15 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Standard — Low Speed AEB | Not Available |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Standard | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Space Saver Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | 15 Inches | 15 Inches |
| Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R1,800–R2,200 per Service | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | Not Included | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.3 l | 3.1 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Included | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Plan | Not Included | Not Included |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 120 g/km | 114 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | 67 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | VVT on Intake Camshaft | Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Independently Rated | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Limits | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 120 | 114 |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.0 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 7.5 l/100km | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 5.0 l/100km | 4.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 6.5 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 5 | 0 |
| Spec | Ignis | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 293900 ZAR | 296900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 293900 | 296900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 293900 | 296900 |
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Ignis and Swift are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Ignis leads. However, Swift may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
This Ignis and Swift comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Ignis 25 vs Swift 28.
Efficiency index: Ignis 71 vs Swift 75.
Safety-equipment index: Ignis 88 vs Swift 86.
Practicality index: Ignis 57 vs Swift 52.
Ownership-cover index: Ignis 71 vs Swift 71.
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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