Suzuki Swift

Selected: Swift 1.2 GL • Price: R 228 900
Model range: R 228 900R 296 900
Body type
Hatchbacks
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Drive
Front
Power
60 kW
Torque
112 Nm
Fuel consumption
4.4 L/100km
Monthly fuel cost
R 1 436/month
Your monthly km driven
km/month
The entry-level option in the range, designed to keep monthly repayments and upfront costs lower.
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72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR
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APR: 10.75%
Monthly: R 3 190

Estimated instalment based on a R 228 900 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.

Balloon due: R 80 115
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Estimated monthly premium
R 900 – R 1 200
Rough estimate only. Assumes standalone comprehensive cover — multi-policy or loyalty discounts (typically 15–25%) are not reflected. Actual premium depends on your full risk profile, claims history, and insurer.

About the Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a compact hatchback available in South Africa across a range that spans from the entry-level 1.2 GL through to the performance-oriented 1.4T Sport, making it one of the more versatile hatchback ranges in the local market in terms of price spread and driver appeal. The standard 1.2-litre range covers GL, GL+, and GLX specification levels with manual and automatic transmission options, and represents one of the strongest value propositions in the affordable hatchback segment alongside the Volkswagen Polo Vivo and Toyota Starlet. The Swift Sport targets a different buyer entirely, offering a 1.4-litre turbocharged engine and a sportier chassis tune for drivers who want performance hatchback character at a price below the Volkswagen Polo GTI.

Who is the Swift best for?

  • First-time and budget-conscious buyers who want a reliable, fuel-efficient hatchback with Suzuki long-term reliability
  • Commuters comparing the Swift 1.2 against the Volkswagen Polo Vivo and Toyota Starlet on running costs and ownership experience
  • Buyers who want an affordable automatic hatchback and are weighing the GL+ auto against the GLX auto on specification
  • Performance hatchback buyers who want the Swift Sport as an affordable alternative to the Volkswagen Polo GTI

Suzuki Swift — frequently asked questions

How much does the Swift cost in South Africa?
The Swift is priced from R228 900 to R296 900 in South Africa, depending on variant (5 variants listed).
What is the monthly instalment on a Swift?
Based on a 72-month contract with 10% deposit, 35% balloon and 10.75% APR, repayments on the cheapest Swift (from R228 900) start from about R3 190/month — indicative only, subject to credit approval.
What is the Swift's fuel consumption?
The Swift has a claimed fuel consumption of 4.4 to 4.6 L/100km.
What engine options does the Swift come in?
The Swift range includes Petrol options, with a 1.2L engine, producing up to 60kW.
Is the Swift available with automatic or manual transmission?
The Swift is available with both manual and automatic transmission options.
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Swift 1.2 GL
R 228 900
Monthly
R 3 190
72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR • Balloon plan