Suzuki Swift 1 generation, restyling 06.2003 - 11.2004

Updating the Suzuki Swift model in June 2003, as is usually the case in such cases, affected the exterior of the car in detail, the interior was slightly updated, and the composition of the trim levels was revised. Buyers now have the opportunity to choose - the three-door Swift “1.5 Sport”, which was proposed as a separate modification, or the standard five-door hatchback, which still had the role of being close to the ideal, due to its optimal size, family car. Salon Swift is very convenient and comfortable, even people above the average height will feel great in it. It is still equipped with a 88-horsepower 1.3-liter inline 4-cylinder DOHC engine.
 The car has everything you need. As an entry-level model "with carefully selected equipment", as before, is the version of SE-Z. In it, Swift could offer a tachometer, power accessories, radio, air conditioning, a rear wiper and a rich set of additional options. The SF model features aerodynamic parts for external tuning and standard 14-inch aluminum wheels. As an intermediate version, the SG-X was proposed, which is an improved version of the canceled SG package: for example, it included a new CD player and electrically folding mirrors. The latter were also included in the limited edition L Limited, which appeared at the end of 2003 on the basis of the basic SE-Z design. Under the hood of the first-generation Suzuki Swift five-door hatchback is a 16-valve 1.3-liter inline 4-cylinder DOHC with distributed injection. It does not have high power, but due to the changing phases of the valve lift, it will give its owner a pleasant, calm movement. In addition, it has a high level of quiet operation. Swift was produced with front-wheel or all-wheel drive, equipped with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic gearbox. It was noted that after restyling, front-wheel-drive cars received a certificate of conformity for a “low-emission car”. Fuel consumption in 10/15 mode ranged from 5.4 to 6.1 l / 100 km. The volume of the tank is 41 liters.

 The chassis of the Suzuki Swift (HT51S) includes MacPherson struts in front and a dependent rear suspension. Her character is a little harsh, but at the same time there are no special complaints about handling. The car has front ventilated disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Ground clearance is 165-175 mm. The wheelbase is short (2360 mm), but this gives its advantages in the form of compactness. Body length - 3615 mm, width and height are 1600 and 1540-1545 mm. The turning radius is 4.9 meters. Interior dimensions: 1695 x 1345 x 1250 mm (L x W x H). The presence of a rear seat with separate and folding backs makes the car quite practical. Trunk volume - about 300 liters, and if you fold the back row, more than doubles. Safe enough for its time, Swift was considered due to the presence of both front airbags (for driver and passenger) as standard equipment, seat belts with force limiter and pretensioner (for front seats), four-wheel anti-lock braking system with brake force distribution function, and brake assist system .

 Standing out among classmates with an increased attention to safety and equipment, Suzuki Swift offered a full five-seater interior, was well-equipped, “firmly knocked down” and reliable. As before, the five-door hatchback has no alternative power unit, but it is perfectly tuned, economical and unpretentious. Cons are more associated with some ascetic interior, stiffness of the suspension, possible problems with the search for spare parts.