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James Wong
Suzuki Swift's one-star safety rating debacle explained: Who's to blame?
Suzuki's local boss has explained why Australia initially received a one-star ANCAP-rated Swift when Europe got a three-star car.
25 Days Ago
Overview
Variant
VTi
Variant
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Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
1.2 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.5 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
3.8 / 100 km
Power and torque
88kW / 145Nm
Power and torque
61kW / 112Nm
615km
974km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5.00 Stars
Safety rating
1 Stars
Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 147
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 85
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 73.0
Engine (cc): 1497
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: L15z2 I-Vtec
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.4
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Engine (cc): 1197
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: K12c Dualjet
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 3
WLTP Emissions
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WLTP Emissions
HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 10.6
Main Capacity (L): 40
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.8
Main Capacity (L): 37
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 9.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 615
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 382
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 28
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 974
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 605
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 26.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 3.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 74
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 62
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 120
Maximum Power (kW): 88
Maximum Torque (Nm): 145
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 83
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 3
Maximum Power (kW): 61
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 2
Maximum Torque (Nm): 112
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 60
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5700
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.5
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 3.8
Secondary Power
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 83
Maximum Power (kW): 61
Maximum Torque (Nm): 107
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Gsp2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Heartect
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 46.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1314
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 354
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 20.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 589
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 265
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 58.7
Front Track (mm): 1492
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 137
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 60.0
Overall Height (mm): 1524
Overall Length (in): 158.6
Overall Length (mm): 4028
Overall Width (in): 66.7
Overall Width (mm): 1694
Rear Track (in): 58.3
Rear Track (mm): 1481
Wheelbase (in): 99.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2530
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9600
Front Track (in): 60.2
Front Track (mm): 1530
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 115
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 31.5
Overall Height (in): 59.8
Overall Height (mm): 1520
Overall Length (in): 152.0
Overall Length (mm): 3860
Overall Width (in): 68.3
Overall Width (mm): 1735
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1530
Wheelbase (in): 96.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2450
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1003
Rear Headroom (in): 37.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 953
Front Hip Room (in): 51.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1308
Rear Hip Room (in): 45.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1145
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 39.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 997
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1393
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1336
Internal Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
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Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1605
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3538
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1055
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2326
Tare Weight (kg): 1033
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1365
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3009
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 919
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2026
Tare Weight (kg): 899
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.0
Front Touch Screen: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
—
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
—
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Other: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 9.00
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Colour High Gloss
Instrument Panel: Colour High Gloss
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20150128
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Honda Jazz Vti-S
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 47.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 59.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20241201
ANCAP Overall: 1.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 54.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Swift Gl Rhd
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Automatic Locking: yes
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 60
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 3.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 2.2
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 12.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.36
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
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