Suzuki Swift vs Volkswagen Polo

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    2025 Suzuki Swift - Base

    2025 Suzuki Swift - Base

    1.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD

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    2026 Volkswagen Polo - Life

    1.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD

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    Overview

    Variant
    Variant
    Life
    Body type
    Hatchback
    Body type
    Hatchback
    Engine size
    1.2 L
    Engine size
    1.0 L
    Drive type
    Front
    Drive type
    Front
    Fuel efficiency (combined)
    3.8 / 100 km
    Fuel efficiency (combined)
    5.4 / 100 km
    Power and torque
    61kW / 112Nm
    Power and torque
    85kW / 200Nm
    974km
    741km
    Warranty
    5 years
    Warranty
    5 years
    Doors
    5
    Doors
    5
    Seats
    5
    Seats
    5
    Fuel type
    Unleaded
    Fuel type
    Premium Unleaded
    Safety rating
    3 Stars
    Safety rating
    5 Stars

    Specifications

    Cruise Control
    Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
    Cruise Control
    Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
    Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
    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: Unlimited
    Android Wireless Connection: yes
    Apple Carplay: yes
    Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
    Apple Wireless Connection: yes
    Mirrorlink: yes
    Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
    Vanity Mirror
    Driver Mirror Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger
    Vanity Mirror
    Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Driver Mirror Location: Driver
    Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Location: Passenger
    Voice Activating System
    Virtual Assistant: Other
    Voice Activating System
    Navigational Systems
    Controls: Touch Screen
    Information Type: 3d And Voice
    Screen Size (in): 9.00
    Navigational Systems
    Parking Assistance
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Guidance Display
    Parking Assistance
    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: Sensor & Camera
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Entry: yes
    Includes Keyless Start: yes
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    USB Charging Port
    Location: Front
    Number of Ports in Front: 1
    USB Charging Port
    Location: Front
    Number of Ports in Front: 2
    Location: Rear
    Number of Ports in Rear: 2
    Embedded Infotainment User Interface
    Embedded Infotainment User Interface
    UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
    Electrical System
    Voltage: 12
    Electrical System
    Voltage: 12
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Combined): 85
    Standard Met: EU5
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Combined): 123
    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): Unlimited
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine Code: Dkja
    Engine (L): 1.0
    Number of Cylinders: 3
    WLTP Emissions
    HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
    WLTP Emissions
    Compressor
    Compressor
    Compressor: Turbo
    Number of Compressors: 1
    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: 95
    Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
    Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
    Octane Number: 95
    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: 10.6
    Main Capacity (L): 40
    Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.8
    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
    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): 8.00
    Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
    Location: Instrument Cluster 1
    Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
    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): 741
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 460
    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): 20.4
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
    ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.6
    ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.4
    ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 44
    ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 37
    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): 116
    Maximum Power (kW): 85
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
    Fuel Economy
    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 3.8
    Fuel Economy
    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.4
    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
    Performance
    Performance
    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.4
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 200
    Maximum Speed (mph): 124
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Front
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Front
    Transmission
    Description: Manual
    Number of Simulated Gears: 0
    Number of Speeds: 5
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual
    Transmission
    Code: Dq200
    Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
    Gear Change Paddles: yes
    Manual Mode: yes
    Manual Sequential: yes
    Number of Simulated Gears: 0
    Number of Speeds: 7
    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: 2
    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: Alloy & Leather
    Power Steering
    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: 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: 88
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
    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: H
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
    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: 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: Mqb A0
    Wheelbase Type: Short
    Spoiler
    Location: Roof
    Spoiler
    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: ISO
    Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 39.7
    Rear Seat Down (L): 1125
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 351
    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): 59.9
    Front Track (mm): 1522
    Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.8
    Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 148
    Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
    Overall Height (in): 57.1
    Overall Height (mm): 1450
    Overall Length (in): 160.6
    Overall Length (mm): 4080
    Overall Width (in): 68.9
    Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 77.3
    Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1964
    Overall Width (mm): 1751
    Rear Track (in): 59.3
    Rear Track (mm): 1505
    Wheelbase (in): 100.9
    Wheelbase (mm): 2564
    Internal Dimensions
    Internal Dimensions
    Front Headroom (in): 40.1
    Front Headroom (mm): 1019
    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: 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: Day Time Running Lights
    Location: High Beam
    Location: Low Beam
    Location: Rear Lights
    Headlight Control
    Auto Highbeam: yes
    Dusk Sensor: yes
    Height Adjustment: Manual
    Headlight Control
    Dusk Sensor: yes
    Paint
    External Colour: White
    Type: Gloss
    Paint
    External Colour: White
    Type: Gloss
    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
    Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
    Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
    Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
    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
    Rear View Mirror Camera
    Rear View Mirror Camera
    Auto Dimming: 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): 919
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2026
    Tare Weight (kg): 899
    Weights
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1100
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2425
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 580
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1279
    Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1690
    Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3726
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1203
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2652
    Tare Weight (kg): 1181
    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: Rigid
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
    Doors: Colour High Gloss
    Instrument Panel: Colour High Gloss
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Colour High Gloss
    Doors: Colour High Gloss
    Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    Instrument Panel: Colour High Gloss
    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
    Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
    Crash Test Results
    ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 67.0
    ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 65.0
    ANCAP Date Tested: 20250901
    ANCAP Overall: 3.0
    ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
    ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301230
    ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
    ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 55.0
    ANCAP Standard: Ancap
    ANCAP Version Tested: Swift Gl+
    Crash Test Results
    ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 94.0
    ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 80.0
    ANCAP Date Tested: 20220401
    ANCAP Overall: 5.0
    ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 70.0
    ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
    ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
    ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 70.0
    ANCAP Standard: Ancap
    ANCAP Version Tested: Volkswagen Polo 70tsi Life Lhd
    Lane Departure Warning
    Lane Departure Warning
    Activates Steering: yes
    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 Lumbar Type: Manual
    Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
    Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
    Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
    Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
    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: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
    Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
    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: Manual
    Air Conditioning
    Type: Manual
    Ventilation System
    Engine Heater: yes
    Ventilation System
    Engine Heater: yes
    Power Locks
    Operation: Card Key
    Power Locks
    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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