Swiftly growing up too
A few weeks ago, Suzuki previewed the next-generation Swift that was set to be shown at the Japan Mobility Show 2023. At the time, details were limited, but Suzuki did show the entire car. Now that we’re here at the show, we can tell you more about it.
The 2024 Suzuki Swift is the fourth-generation model of the popular hatchback. With that, it continues the small hatchback’s lineage that dates back nearly 20 years.JMS 2023: Honda revives the Prelude as a sports car concept As expected, the redesigned Swift is larger that its predecessor in all directions. Longer, wider, and taller than before, the hatchback grows in each passing generation.
Suzuki didn’t mention specifics about the engine just yet. However, it does have a mild-hybrid powertrain arrangement. It’s a 1.25-liter, three-cylinder mill mated to a 48v system, a setup similar to the Ertiga we have in the country. Non-hybrid models are to be expected, along with a full hybrid version.
So, is Suzuki Philippines bringing it to the country? It's a huge question mark for now given that more people have been choosing mini crossovers over subcompact hatchbacks in recent years. That said, it would be a shame if it won't come to the country given that there's a distiinct lack of B-segment hatchbacks in the Philippines these days
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