Source type: Official South Africa OEM page / brochure
Renault Kwid vs Suzuki Swift
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.
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Renault Kwid
1.0L Evolution 5-Dr ABS
Petrol
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 178,799
ex-showroom
⚡ 50 kW
🔧 91 Nm
⛽ 20.4 km/l
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Decision summary
Renault Kwid vs Suzuki Swift: the short answer
Kwid and Swift are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Kwid starts ZAR 50,101 cheaper
Kwid from ZAR 178,799 · Swift from ZAR 228,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Kwid50 kW @ 5500 rpm | Swift60 kW @ 5700 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Kwid91 Nm @ 4250 rpm | Swift112 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Engine Size | Kwid999 cc | Swift1197 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Kwid20.4 km/l | Swift20 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Kwid180 mm | Swift145 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Kwid
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Swift
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Kwid
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Swift
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2017 |
| Generation | Current South Africa Kwid range | 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 | Current South Africa version listed by official source | 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 | 2026 | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Tare Mass Kg | 736 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Color Note | - | 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 |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3731 mm | 3890 mm |
| Width | 1579 mm | 1735 mm |
| Height | 1513 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2450 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 180 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 279 l | 265 l |
| Kerb Weight | 736 kg | 975 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1168 kg | 1380 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 432 kg | 425 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 4.9 m | 4.8 m |
| Front Headroom | 1000 mm | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 965 mm | 967 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1032 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 850 mm | 890 mm |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Available | 1480 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not Available | 1480 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut with lower transverse link | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Twist beam suspension with coil spring | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | - | HEARTECT Monocoque Platform |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | HEARTECT Monocoque Platform |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson strut with lower transverse link | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twist beam suspension with coil spring | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Manual / automatic by trim | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Standard | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 620 l | 579 l |
| AC Type | Manual / automatic by trim | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 620 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 |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5 |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt Adjustable |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt Adjustable |
| Voice Command | - | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | - | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 12.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Manual / automatic by trim | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital Trip MID |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | - | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Manual Fold Black Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Manual Fold Black Mirrors |
| Rim Size | 14-inch | 15 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | 4-6 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | swift |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt Adjustable |
| Sub Frame | - | HEARTECT Monocoque Platform |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Not Available |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Standard | Not Available |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Z12E |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 999 cc | 1197 cc |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 12 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Petrol injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 73 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 95.5 mm |
| Maximum Power | 50 kW @ 5500 rpm | 60 kW @ 5700 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 91 Nm @ 4250 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 Manual | CVT |
| Top Speed | 152 km/h | 160 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 67.9 kW/tonne | 61.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 123.6 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 | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | 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 | Not Available | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Manual clutch | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | 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 |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Manual | 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 |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Available | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.7 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 20.4 km/l | 20 km/l |
| City Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 16.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 24.4 km/l | 23.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 l | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro VIb | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 20.4 km/l | 20 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 28 | 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 | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Front airbags | 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 | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Standard | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Standard | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Standard | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | Kwid | 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 | Standard | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard Reverse Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | 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 |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Fabric or cloth trim | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Heated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Available | 1370 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Available | 1345 mm |
| Steering Wheel Material | Polyurethane / synthetic | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Standard | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Fabric | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt Adjustable |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital Trip MID |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Armrest Front | - | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 579 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 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, |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric with Leatherette Inserts |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Touchscreen infotainment | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Standard | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Bluetooth Audio |
| Number of Speakers | 4-6 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | Front and rear USB where listed | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch or larger by trim | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch or larger by trim | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Wired Android Auto |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Not Available |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch or larger by trim | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 4-6 | 6 |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital Trip MID |
| Connected Services | - | Bluetooth Audio |
| Voice Control | - | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Official Renault South Africa colours vary by model and dealer stock. | 7 |
| Headlights | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual Fold Black Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| DRL | Standard | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 8 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Available | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Available | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | 0 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 180 mm | 145 mm |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 185/65 R15 |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 14-inch | 15 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 258 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 200 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 88 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel Diameter | 14-inch | 15 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | - | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 15 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 15-inch Polished Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 118 g/km | 114 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Petrol | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 67 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 114 |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 2 year / 30 000 km | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.1 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | 2 year / 30 000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 2 year / 30 000 km | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | entry-value | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 178799 ZAR | 296900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | entry-value | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 178799 | 296900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 178799 | 296900 |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 Year / 150 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 5 Year / 150 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Year / 150 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Year / 150 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Kwid | Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 4.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Kwid 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: Kwid 26 vs Swift 28.
Efficiency index: Kwid 76 vs Swift 75.
Safety-equipment index: Kwid 91 vs Swift 86.
Practicality index: Kwid 52 vs Swift 52.
Ownership-cover index: Kwid not separately scored 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.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Kwid leads by 0 points
Kwid and Swift are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
60
/100
Lead
0
points
Data
60%
source coverage
60
#1
Evidence leader
Kwid
60% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 91
Check
Performance 26
Performance
26
Efficiency
76
Safety
91
Practicality
52
Leads by 0 points
60
#2
Swift
88% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 86
Check
Performance 28
Performance
28
Efficiency
75
Safety
86
Practicality
52
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Swift +2
Efficiency
Kwid +1
Safety
Kwid +5
Practicality
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Kwid
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
76/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
52/100
Swift
Performance
28/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
52/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Renault Kwid
leads the specification evidence index with 60 pts
vs 60 pts for Swift
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Kwid 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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Kwid vs Swift questions
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.