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Suzuki Swift vs Subaru Impreza
Comparing 2 of 3 vehicles
Overview
Variant
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Variant
L
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.2 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
3.8 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.5 / 100 km
Power and torque
61kW / 112Nm
Power and torque
115kW / 196Nm
974km
667km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
1 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
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
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: 0
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
Virtual Assistant: Siri
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 9.00
Navigational Systems
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
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: 2
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 85
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 170
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1197
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: K12c Dualjet
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 3
Engine
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Code: Fb20
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
WLTP Emissions
HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
WLTP Emissions
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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: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
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
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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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): 9.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 11.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
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
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 667
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 414
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 24
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
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 156
Maximum Power (kW): 115
Maximum Torque (Nm): 196
Measurement Standard: DIN
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): 3.8
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.5
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
Secondary Power
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Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Code: Tr580
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
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
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 89
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 89
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
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): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
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: SGP
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
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
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 31.2
Rear Seat Down (L): 883
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 291
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
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 130
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 58.3
Overall Height (mm): 1480
Overall Length (in): 176.8
Overall Length (mm): 4490
Overall Width (in): 70.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 79.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2019
Overall Width (mm): 1780
Rear Track (in): 60.8
Rear Track (mm): 1545
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.4
Front Headroom (mm): 950
Rear Headroom (in): 37.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 940
Front Hip Room (in): 55.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1398
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1401
Front Leg Room (in): 43.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1095
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 926
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1441
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1441
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: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
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Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
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
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
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
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
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 650
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1433
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1920
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4233
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1446
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3188
Tare Weight (kg): 1416
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 120
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
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: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Colour High Gloss
Instrument Panel: Colour High Gloss
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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 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
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
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
Crash Test Results
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
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
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
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
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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