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James Wong
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Suzuki Swift vs Mazda 2
Comparing 2 of 3 vehicles
Overview
Variant
GL
Variant
Pure
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.2 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
66kW / 120Nm
Power and torque
82kW / 144Nm
804km
815km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 90
CO2 Level (Combined): 106
CO2 Level (Urban): 110
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 125
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1242
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: K12c Dualjet
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Bore Engine: 74.5
Engine (cc): 1496
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Skyactiv-G P5uk
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 85.8
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 Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.8
Main Capacity (L): 37
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.1
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.6
Main Capacity (L): 44
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.7
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 804
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 500
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 21.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 61
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 51
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 25.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 3.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 72
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 60
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 41
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 815
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 506
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 21.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 60
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 50
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 35
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 175
Maximum Speed (mph): 109
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 90
Maximum Power (kW): 66
Maximum Torque (Nm): 120
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 112
Maximum Power (kW): 82
Maximum Torque (Nm): 144
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.4
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Mt52
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
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
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
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: 83
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 83
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
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: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Heartect
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Skyactiv-B
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 19.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 556
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 242
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 250
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9600
Front Track (in): 59.8
Front Track (mm): 1520
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 120
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 31.5
Overall Height (in): 58.9
Overall Height (mm): 1495
Overall Length (in): 151.2
Overall Length (mm): 3840
Overall Width (in): 68.3
Overall Width (mm): 1735
Rear Track (in): 59.8
Rear Track (mm): 1520
Wheelbase (in): 96.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2450
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9400
Front Track (in): 58.9
Front Track (mm): 1495
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 152
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.8
Overall Height (in): 58.9
Overall Height (mm): 1495
Overall Length (in): 160.0
Overall Length (mm): 4065
Overall Width (in): 66.7
Overall Width (mm): 1695
Rear Track (in): 58.5
Rear Track (mm): 1485
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.7
Front Headroom (mm): 984
Rear Headroom (in): 37.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 945
Front Hip Room (in): 52.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1322
Rear Hip Room (in): 47.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1212
Front Leg Room (in): 41.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1063
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 881
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1352
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 50.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1273
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: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
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): 870
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1918
Tare Weight (kg): 850
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1515
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3340
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1085
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2392
Tare Weight (kg): 1060
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 50
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
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: 6
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
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 7.00
Navigational Systems
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: 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
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: 20200713
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Gl Navigator And Above
Crash Test Results
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Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
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
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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