Hatchback Petrol Manual FWD 5-seat

Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation ZC33S-series Swift Sport — third generation of the Sport nameplate globally; K14D BoosterJet replaces the naturally-aspirated M16A used in the previous generation; significant step change in performance and specification over the prior model Current version 2021 Body style Hatchback
Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.
ZAR 469,900
On-road in
ZAR 484,499
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 469,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,100
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,000
Insurance
ZAR 4,699
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 469,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 8,247/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1373cc (1.4L) Torque:230Nm (170 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:130mm (5.1″) Power:103kW (138 bhp) Boot265L (9.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 16.4 km/l (39 mpg)
City 12.8 km/l (30 mpg)
Highway 18.9 km/l (44 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 8,247
Total Interest
ZAR 119,834
Total Payable
ZAR 494,834
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT

Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.

At approximately R460,000–R480,000 it sits in a unique space: more driver-focused than the VW Polo GTI (which costs R100,000+ more) and more powerful and involving than anything in its immediate price bracket. The K14C Boosterjet 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder produces 103kW and — crucially — 230Nm of torque from 2,500rpm. In a car weighing approximately 970kg, this torque figure creates immediate, linear acceleration that feels dramatically more intense than the spec sheet alone suggests. The Swift Sport uses a torsion beam rear suspension setup — unconventional for a performance car but cleverly tuned by Suzuki's engineers to produce rear stability and predictable handling balance. The 47-litre fuel tank gives a realistic highway range of 600+ km. The sport-specific interior — red stitching, sport seats with lateral support, flat-bottomed steering wheel, exclusive instrument cluster display — communicates performance intent clearly without the artificial aggression of some hot-hatch rivals. Current Swift Sport generation introduced to SA 2021; updates in 2023 for infotainment. Sport bucket seats with red stitching, flat-bottomed steering wheel, 7-inch touchscreen, paddle-shift indicator on MT variant (sequential mode available), red brake callipers. Front-wheel drive variants suit metropolitan buyers. A proper look at the Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a Manual transmission sits beside Petrol power, while the top trim sets a practical boundary. The Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT has a clearer South African buying case when its hatchback shape is connected to the work it must do. Here, a South African price reference of R469,900 sits beside engine of 1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol, while a power output of 103 kW @ 5500 rpm sets a practical boundary for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT

Suzuki Swift Sport — Quick Facts

Suzuki Swift Sport Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.4 Turbo MT Top Petrol Efficiency16.4 km/l Manual ZAR 469,900
1.4 Turbo AT Flagship Petrol Efficiency15.6 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 493,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.4 Turbo MT Top Petrol Efficiency16.4 km/l Manual ZAR 469,900
1.4 Turbo AT Flagship Petrol Efficiency15.6 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 493,900
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Suzuki Swift Sport Specifications

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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.4 Turbo MT
Production Status
active
Model Year
2026
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Facelift Launched Since
2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
970 kg
Color Note
Champion Yellow, Super White Pearl, Speedy Blue, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl
Model Introduced Year
2019
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Generation
ZC33S-series Swift Sport — third generation of the Sport nameplate globally; K14D BoosterJet replaces the naturally-aspirated M16A used in the previous generation; significant step change in performance and specification over the prior model
Facelift History
Current K14D BoosterJet-engined Swift Sport generation launched in SA in 2019; AT variant added to the SA range in 2021; no major mechanical updates since launch; specification aligned with global ZC33S series
Segment
Hatchback
Length
3890 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1480 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
265 l
Kerb Weight
970 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1390 kg
Payload Capacity
420 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
4.8 m
Front Headroom
965 mm
Rear Headroom
962 mm
Front Legroom
1032 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
Engine
1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
K14D
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1373 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection (DI) — BoosterJet
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Bore
74 mm
Stroke
79.4 mm
Maximum Power
103 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
230 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.1 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
106.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
237.1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Manual
Number of Gears
6
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
2.5
Final Drive Ratio
4.062:1
Drivetrain
Two-wheel drive
Paddle Shifters
Sport Paddle Shifters on Steering Column
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
Low Range
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Manual
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
6
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Manual
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Sport Paddle Shifters on Steering Column
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
16.4 km/l
City Mileage
12.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
18.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
37
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.4 km/l
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Independently Rated
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Passenger Airbag
6
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
6
Side Airbags
Not Available
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
EBD
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
All Seats
Seatbelt Pretensioners
All Seats
ABS EBD
Standard
Driver Airbag
6
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
All Seats
Speed Alert System
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Whiplash Protection
Active Head Restraints
BA
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Lane Change Warning
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Standard
Central Locking
Remote Central Locking with Smart Key
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
Reversing Camera
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Front Camera
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Rear View Camera
Standard
Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Seat Material
Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering
Seat Fold Type
60:40 Split Fold
Seat Belt Warning
All Seats
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Integrated in Seat Back
Interior Colours
1
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering
Interior Trim Colour
1
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Alcantara sports seats with red stitching, flat-bottomed sport steering wheel, 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, sport-specific instrument display with boost gauge and oil temperature, dual exhaust
Front Shoulder Room
1370 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
1345 mm
Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile
Cup Holders
4
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
0
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel
Instrument Cluster Type
4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display
Interior Colour Options
1
Driver Lumbar Support
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
All Four Door Pockets
Fabric Seats
Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile
60 40 Split Seat
60:40 Split Fold
Boot Space Seats Down
579
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile
Armrest Rear
Integrated in Seat Back
Armrest Front
Standard Sport Armrest
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile
Rear Armrest
Integrated in Seat Back
Front Armrest
Standard Sport Armrest
Folding Rear Seats
60:40 Split Fold
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile
Seat Trim
Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
All Four Windows
Keyless Entry
Smart Key System
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
579 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
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
Standard
12V Accessory Socket
1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
Standard
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Auto Dimming Irvm
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
Electric Folding Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Engine Start Button Illumination
Push Button Start
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Engine Warranty
4 Years
Front Armrest
Standard Sport Armrest
Front Power Outlet
1 x 12V Socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.1
Glovebox Cooling
All Four Door Pockets
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Four Windows
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Rear Defogger
Standard
Rear Seat Split
60:40 Split Fold
Rear Wing
Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design
Seat Type
Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
All Seats
Skid Plates
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Spare
Speed Alert System
Standard
Stabilizer Bar
Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
Via Smartphone
Voice Command Support
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Accelerator 0 100
8.1 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Bottle Holders
4
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard Sport Armrest
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection (DI) — BoosterJet
Diff Lock
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display
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
Smart Key System
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 Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual Air Conditioning
Mirror
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key System
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
Smart Key System
Remote Side Mirror
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors
Rim Size
17 Inches
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
Standard
Sonar
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Sound System
4
Source Model Column
swift-sport
Sports Bar
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Uprated 16mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
HEARTECT Sport Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Trim Level
top
Unlocking
Smart Key System
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Vdc
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key System
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key System
Number of Speakers
4
Smartphone Connectivity
Wired Apple CarPlay
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Radio
Standard
Infotainment Display
7-inch Touchscreen
Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Rear Usb
2
Infotainment Screen Size
7 inches
Navigation System
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Audio System
Standard
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
Audio Speakers
4
AUX Input
Not Available
Audio
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Wired Apple CarPlay
Voice Recognition
Via Smartphone
Infotainment Screen
7-inch Touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
Infotainment System
7-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
2
Display Audio
7-inch Touchscreen
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
FM Radio
Standard
Multi Information Display
4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display
Touchscreen
7-inch Touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Connected Services
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
4.2-inch Colour LCD
Voice Control
Via Smartphone
Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRLs
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Roof Rails
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlamps
Standard
Headlight Type
Standard
Headlights
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design)
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
4
Roof Type
Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors
Rear Wiper
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRLs
Door Handle Finish
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Sunroof Slide
Not Available
Sunroof Tilt
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
Exterior Mirror Folding
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Rear Spoiler
Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design
DRL
LED DRLs
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Body Cladding
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
Rear Spoiler
Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design
Body Type
Hatchback
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Four Windows
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Auto Headlights
Standard
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlamps
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Breakover Angle
0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
22 deg
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
17 deg
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
130 mm
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Wading Depth
0 mm
Departure Angle
22 deg
Crawl Control
Not Available
Approach Angle
17 deg
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Wheel Rim Size
17 Inches
Wheels
17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design)
Tyre Speed Rating
Y
Tyre Load Index
81
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
259 mm
Front Brake Disc Diameter
300 mm
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver Spare
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver Spare
Wheel Material
17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design)
Wheel Size Type
17 Inches
Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Wheel Type
17-inch BBS Sport Alloy
Tyre Size
195/45 R17
Brake Type Rear
Solid Disc
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Spare Tyre
Space Saver Spare
Tyre Type
195/45 R17
Wheel Diameter
17 Inches in
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring — Sport Rate
Front Track Width
1510 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Track Width
1510 mm
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Uprated 16mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers
Chassis Type
HEARTECT Sport Monocoque
Chassis Material
HEARTECT Sport Monocoque
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted Sport Tuned (EPAS)
Shock Absorber Type
Bilstein Sport Telescopic Gas Dampers
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
Shock Absorbers
Bilstein Sport Telescopic Gas Dampers
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring — Sport Rate
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers
Suspension
MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned
Engine Oil Capacity
3.7 l
Service Plan Distance
60000 km
Service Plan
Not Included
Battery Warranty
12 Months
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost
Approx R2,500–R3,500 per Service
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
Service Plan Duration
4 Years
Warranty
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Years
5 years
Warranty Kilometers
200000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Basic Warranty
5
CO2 Emissions
140 g/km
Noise Level
70 dB
CO2 Emissions G Km
140
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
Start Stop System
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Variable Valve Timing
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 RON Unleaded
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
Real-world City Mileage Max
9.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
7.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
5.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
7.0 l/100km
Owner Review Count
0
Ownership Role
Top
Price Zar
469900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Starting Price Zar
469900
Starting Price
469900

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OEM URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/swift-sport
Model
Swift Sport
Market
South Africa
Make
Suzuki
Brand
Suzuki
Variant
1.4 Turbo MT
Brand Slug
suzuki
Configuration Note
Petrol / Manual
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Source URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/swift-sport
Source Page URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/swift-sport
Source Name
Official OEM South Africa
Average Fuel Consumption
6.1
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6.1 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
6.1
Combined Consumption L 100km
6.1 l/100km
Combined Consumption
6.1
Fuel Efficiency
16.4 l/100km
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Suzuki Swift Sport Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

Younger buyers purchasing their first performance car. A shopper researching Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT should separate need from showroom appeal

City
The six-speed manual gearbox is one of the best units in any car under R600,000 in SA: precise, short throws, well-matched ratios for both city acceleration and highway cruising, and a clutch that weights perfectly for performance driving without being heavy in traffic. Around town, Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R469,900 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT. A Two-wheel drive drivetrain helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT
Off-Road
The result is a car that inspires confidence on winding roads (the Cape Winelands R44, the Swartberg Pass approach roads, Gauteng's northern suburb curves) without punishing drivers on South Africa's broken urban surfaces. If the Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check engine of 1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol against the stated drivetrain

Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT — Should You Buy It?

Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a Manual transmission and accept the limitation represented by an active listing. A fair review of Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 103 kW @ 5500 rpm, a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a 6-Speed Manual transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Manual
  • ✓Trim: top
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R469,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 103 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT budget.
  • ✕A short Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT stock and support terms.

Suzuki Swift Sport FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is R469,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 1.4 Turbo MT, 1.4 Turbo AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is 130 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is 1373 cc, with output shown as 103 kW (138 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT is around 16.4 km/l.

Younger buyers purchasing their first performance car. A shopper researching Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT should separate need from showroom appeal

The six-speed manual gearbox is one of the best units in any car under R600,000 in SA: precise, short throws, well-matched ratios for both city acceleration and highway cruising, and a clutch that weights perfectly for performance driving without being heavy in traffic. Around town, Swift Sport...

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo MT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

Buyers researching the Suzuki Swift Sport often compare it with rivals such as Mazda Mazda3 , Toyota Corolla Hatch , BYD DOLPHIN , Honda Fit , Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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Data verified against: Suzuki Official South Africa Website

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